THIS TOUR IS CLOSED

Treat yourself to a Spring you will long remember! Paris du Jour offers an exciting itinerary of Paris art, sights and cuisine. Experience the fun of meeting Parisians in their own homes. Enjoy all the fun with new friends in your small group of fellow travelers. The Eiffel Tower, Monet’s Garden and Home, Paris market----a few of your favorite pictures that will be in your 2010 Paris travel album.

Tour Highlights
Paris du Jour invites you to experience the beauty of Paris…the art treasures of the Louvre, the City of Light at night from the elegance of a dinner cruise, lunch in a country estate and French hospitality in a private estate in a Normandy village.   Small groups meet French culture, up close and personal, with a cooking class in a personal home of a gracious hostess.  If you are looking for a unique Paris experience, reserve your place now for the April tour.

What our clients say

• The day trips provided more than we could have ever seen on our own. Thank you, Cheryl!
  Marsha W., Fort Worth, Tx.
• I love the small group concept. I wanted to travel, and Paris du Jour provided the people to share the adventure.
  Sharon L., Frisco, Tx.
• This trip included everything “French” that I had ever dreamed of. Your relaxed and helpful manner made it most enjoyable. Merci! Maureen M., Pa.

Itinerary for April 22, 2010  Paris Tour

Note: Bolded items are included in Paris du Jour tour package.

Thursday, April 22 (Day 1)

• Departure from USA.
• Fly overnight to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.

Friday, April 23 (Day 2)

• Arrival day in Paris.
• After clearing customs and claiming your luggage, travel by reserved shuttle service to the hotel.
• Welcome Lunch will be in a charming restaurant located near the Eiffel Tower
• Short Paris Walk welcomes you to the sights, architecture and charming streets of your Paris neighborhood. Time to relax at the hotel before a very enjoyable Paris dinner.  
• Welcome Dinner for Paris du Jour.           
• L*D*

Saturday, April 24 (Day 3)

• Breakfast in hotel.
• Visit a typical Saturday market, a lively place where stalls of fresh vegetables and fruits are meticulously arranged like a colorful painting. Enjoy the market with the Parisians!
• Walking tour with Classics Walks. Tour offers an overview of some of the famous landmarks of Paris. A lunch stop in the park café of the Tuileries Garden, a beautiful public garden located in front of the Louvre (lunch not included).
• Dinner Cruise on the Seine. Paris is known as the ‘City of Light’! Enjoy delicious cuisine, wine and delightful musical entertainment aboard Bateaux Parisiens and glide under the beautifully lighted bridges of the river Seine.
• B*D*

Sunday, April 25 (Day 4)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Train to Normandy village of Pont de l’Arche. After a visit to the Sunday market, we will explore this typical Normandy village. Experience French hospitality at its very best! Spend the afternoon with a very gracious couple. Enjoy lunch, fine wine and great company in their lovely country estate.  Learn the history of La Chasse – ‘the chase’ – and the customs and traditional music involved in the sport of hunting. At the end of this very memorable day, return to Paris by train.
• B*L*

Monday, April 26 (Day 5)

• Morning in Montmartre. Visit Sacre Coeur Basilica perched upon the highest hill of Paris and enjoy the sweeping view. Follow Classic Walks along the cobblestoned rues in this picturesque quarter known for its famous artist square, the Place de Tertre. See the artists at work and learn about the history of this unique neighborhood.  
• Lunch at Montmartre café (not included).
• Private guided tour explores the treasures of the Louvre.
• B*

Tuesday, April 27 (Day 6)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Giverny, Monet’s Gardens and Home.
• Travel by train along the banks of the Seine to Vernon situated in the beautiful region of Normandy. We will arrive at Giverny to visit Monet’s gardens and home—full day trip. We will experience the breath-taking garden designed by Monet himself. The Japanese Bridge made famous in many Monet paintings beckons us to spend time in the magical garden before we tour the interior of Monet’s home. Enjoy lunch in a quaint café near the garden home. (lunch not included)
• Return by train to Paris.
• B*  

Wednesday, April 28 (Day 7)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Visit Notre Dame Cathedral.
• Cooking Class. We will enjoy a delicious lunch and learn to prepare a special menu. Sample wonderful French wine and feast on delectable creations in the home of our gracious hostess.
• Afternoon free for shopping or taking in the sights on your own Paris list. 
• B*L* 

Thursday, April 29 (Day 8)

• Departure day from Paris.
• Breakfast at hotel.
• Shuttle transport from the hotel to Charles de Gaulle for your return flight to the US.    
• B*    

Cancellation Policy

• Final tour payment is due March 22, 2010. If you must cancel your booking after March 22, 2010, only 25% of your final tour payment will be refunded. Trip insurance is recommended and can be purchased through your airline or other travel insurance companies online.

Expenses Included in Your Tour Price

• All admissions, tour costs, taxi, train travel and shuttle service organized for all planned group activities outlined in the tour itinerary. These are in bold when listed on the tour itinerary.
• Tour coordinator services for all planned tour activities.
• Hotel accommodations for six nights and continental breakfast six mornings.
• Round-trip shuttle service between Paris airport and the hotel.
• A carnet (book) of 10 Métro tickets. Once used, additional Métro tickets must be purchased by the tour participant.
• Several meals throughout the tour are included and are noted in the itinerary. A simple initial at the end of each day’s schedule indicates which meal(s) is included on that day (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner). No other meals or beverages are included in the tour price.

Expenses Not Included in the Tour

• Any activities, tours, bike rental, concerts, or any other activity not planned for the Paris du Jour group.
• Airfare, taxes and airport fees are not included.

Paris Tips for Additional Days
Many clients plan to add an extra day or two to their Paris stay. After your Paris du Jour tour, you will feel right at home in Paris. You might want to spend some extra time shopping or visiting another special highlight on your own personal Paris agenda. This extra hotel booking must be requested at the time of your tour reservation. Your costs for the extra nights, breakfasts or any other services you incur must be paid directly to the hotel at the time of your checkout.

Walking Required
Please remember to bring comfortable walking shoes. The best way to see Paris is on foot. The tour involves a great deal of walking each day. We use the Paris Métro for our transportation to and from many planned activities. The Paris Métro is the city’s underground public transportation system. Therefore, there are lots of steps involved. We ask that you carefully review the itinerary to decide if the planned daily activities are a good fit for you. Please refer to our website for comments from previous Paris du Jour participants. Paris du Jour looks forward to welcoming you to Paris. Join us!

Please see comments from previous Paris du Jour travelers.

Paris du Jour looks forward to welcoming you to Paris.   Join us!

Join Cheryl for April in Paris!