Treat yourself to autumn in Paris! Paris du Jour offers a unique itinerary of Paris art, sights and cuisine. The Perfect trip for a special getaway, mother-daughter trip or best friends! Walking tours introduce you to famous Paris sights. Train travel leads you to a Normandy estate for a champagne lunch.   A wine presentation and cooking class take you to the country home of a gracious hostess.  Relax while your guide takes care of the details for your daily itinerary.  

The perfect blend of activities with free time to relax and take in the magic of Paris!  October Special!
Whether you have been to Paris before or going for the first time, Paris du Jour invites you to experience the beauty of Paris…the art treasures of the Louvre with a private guide, the City of Light at night from the elegance of a dinner cruise, French hospitality in a private hunting estate in a Normandy village.  If you are looking for a unique Paris experience, reserve your place now for the October tour. Are you a Monet fan? An optional day trip to Monet’s home and garden can be added.  Accommodations are reserved for six nights in a charming inn located in the heart of Paris.   Contact Cheryl to reserve your tour today!

Client Comments:

I lost myself in Paris with no worries of where to go or how to get there. Cheryl introduced us to the beautiful sights of Paris. Such memories of the Eiffel Tower when it sparkles, our picnic at Versailles, the awesome visit to Napoleon’s tomb, our trip down the Seine at night…How can one pick a favorite? My first time in Paris was unforgettable, thanks to Cheryl and Paris du Jour.
Pat M, Lake Charles, La.

Itinerary for October 2-9, 2010 Tour of Paris

Saturday, October 2 (Day 1)

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

Sunday, October 3 (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*

Monday, October 4 (Day 3)

• Breakfast in hotel.
• Visit a typical 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*

Tuesday, October 5 (Day 4)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Train to Normandy village of Pont de l’Arche. After a walking tour to explore this charming village, we will spend the afternoon in the home of our gracious hosts. Experience French hospitality at its very best! 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*

Wednesday, October 6 (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*

Thursday, October 7 (Day 6)

•  Breakfast at hotel.
• Wine/Champagne presentation and Cooking Class
• Travel by train to Paris to garden setting home of our hostess.  Enjoy a delicious lunch and learn to prepare a special menu. Sample wonderful French wines 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* 

Friday, October 8 (Day 7)

• Breakfast at hotel.
• Free Day to enjoy the many faces of Paris on your own or spend the day in Monet’s Garden and tour his home in the quaint village of Giverny
• Take time to visit some of the places on your own Paris travel list, or perhaps enjoy a few of the suggested sites listed here.
• Explore the Rodin Garden—home of the famous sculpture The Thinker as well as other works by Rodin. The landmark gold dome Church of Les Invalides, lavish burial place of Emperor Napoleon offers an audio guided tour of this exquisite architectural masterpiece.  Musee d’Orsay, originally a Paris train station, sits impressively on the left bank of the Seine, and is home to Impressionist art.
• Optional Day trip to Giverny, Monet’s Garden and Home
•  $60 per person not including lunch (Excursion not included in the tour price)
• Travel by train along the banks of the Seine to Vernon situated in the beautiful region of Normandy. Arrive at Giverny to visit Monet’s gardens and home—full day trip. Experience the breath-taking garden designed by Monet himself. The Japanese Bridge made famous in many Monet paintings beckons to spend time in the magical garden before your tour of the interior of Monet’s home. Enjoy lunch in a quaint café near the garden home. Taxi or bus back to Vernon for the return train to Paris.
• B*

Saturday, October 9 (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*                                                                                

To Make a Reservation:

• Contact Paris du Jour and request a contract.
• Complete all required information and sign the contract.
• A $750.00 deposit check per person is required to accompany the signed contract.
• This deposit is non-refundable.
• Please mail your check and signed contract to:

Paris du Jour, LLC
3123 Eanes Circle
Austin, TX 78746

Payment Schedule for Tour Balance (per person)

•  Double Occupancy/ $1750 due by September 1, 2010.
• Single Occupancy/ $2120 due by September 1, 2010.

Cancellation Policy

• Final tour payment is due September 1, 2010. If you must cancel your booking after September 1, 2010, 50% 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. The excursion to Monet’s garden and home is not included.
• 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.