Day 1: London to Paris
We travel on the afternoon Eurostar departure from St Pancras International to Paris and transfer by coach to your hotel the 3* Novotel Paris Vaugirard Montparnasse.
Day 2: Paris
This morning we enjoy a guided tour by coach of the ‘City of Lights’, passing by the majestic Notre Dame cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece set on the banks of the Seine, and the Louvre, brimming with priceless works of art with its striking glass Pyramid as a focal point. Our tour finishes in Montmartre, the artists’ quarter, filled with narrow, cobbled lanes, hidden gardens and cosy restaurants. Montmartre was, until the turn of the last century, a village in its own right, and visitors can stand on the steps of the spectacular white-domed Sacré Coeur and view the city spread out at their feet. Admire the Moulin de la Galette, one of the last remaining windmills in the district, which inspired countless artists over the years, or take the miniature road train for a ride through the winding streets. Your afternoon is free to explore at your own pace, maybe returning to one of your favourite haunts. (B)
Day 3: Exploring le Marais
Le Marais is one of Paris’ oldest and most beautiful districts, dating from the 13th century. The area rose to prominence in the 16th and 17th centuries as the aristocracy flooded in to build their magnificent mansions, but fell into decline soon after. Nowadays, it has been restored to its former glory and is again regarded as a quirky and bohemian part of Paris with an incredible mix of architectural styles. The neighbourhood is home to many designer shops, fascinating museums and the old Jewish quarter. We travel by coach to le Marais, where we enjoy a guided walking tour of its historic houses and winding lanes. Take a stroll around Place des Vosges, the beautiful square which holds Victor Hugo’s house, and admire the Village St Paul, renowned for its antique shops. We finish our tour here at lunchtime, and you have the rest of the day to explore under your own steam. Perhaps walk the short distance to the unusual Pompidou Centre, which houses a fascinating museum of modern art and offers amazing views over the city, or maybe stroll down the Seine to the Musée d’Orsay, home to a magnificent collection of Impressionist masterpieces. Alternatively, why not take a leisurely cruise down the Seine this evening. The ‘City of Lights’ comes into its own at night, with the Eiffel Tower rising up out of the darkness and the many bridges spanning the water providing illumination from hundreds of twinkling lights. (B)
Day 4: Homeward bound
After breakfast we are picked up by coach and transferred to the station, where we catch our Eurostar service back to St. Pancras International. (B)
Your hotel
The 3* Novotel Paris Vaugirard Montparnasse is located in the heart of Paris close to Montparnasse railway station. The hotel has a restaurant, bar and 7th floor terrace offering beautiful views over Paris. The en suite rooms have a hairdryer, safe, minibar and satellite television.
B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner
These meals, where shown, are included in the price of your holiday.
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