Admire all the Paris topic highlights from three different points of view
It is so easy to fall in love with Paris when you visit it! Whatever your interest or passion is, this city is able to convey sensations like no other city in the world. Seeing Paris from three different points of view gives you the opportunity to admire the city in every detail. With this tour we give you the opportunity to live this particular experience, to be fascinated by the charm of this city from its streets during the itinerary with the private vehicle, then enjoy the breathtaking view of the city from the Eiffel Tower and finally admire its wonders from the Seine on board one of the many boats that sail it.
Meet our guide at the reception of your centrally located hotel or apartment and go with our driver and enjoy a full private experience to admire the must see attractions of the city. Our introduction to the City of Light will begin on the Rive Gauche, Paris’ Left Bank. Our route will take us through the famous districts of Saint-Germain-des-Prés with its notable cafés and the nearby legendary Latin Quarter. We will then drive along France’s oldest university, the Sorbonne, and we can admire the magnificent Luxembourg Gardens and the imposing Pantheon. Making our way north, we will head onto the Ile-de-la-Cité to have a short stop at Notre-Dame de Paris to discuss the impacts of the recent fire and the future of the building. From here, we will arrive on the Rive Droite, or Right Bank and walk towards the Louvre. We will pass by the main courtyard and the renowned Pyramid, while the guide explain the the grandeur of this royal palace turned art museum in 1793 we will drive along the magnificent Tuileries Gardens and the annex Place de la Concorde with its famous Champs-Élysées. Next, we might see the Palais-Royal before we make our way up a grand boulevard toward the majestic Opéra Garnier and the nearby magnificent Place Vendôme. Next, we will drive to the Arc de Triomphe to admire this important historical axis (which links the East of the city to the West) and discuss its symbolism with our local expert. As a final flourish, we will drive along the Trocadero and will arrive at the basement of the most emblematic monuments of the city - the Eiffel Tower. A great symbol of France, the Eiffel Tower pays tribute to many renowned scientists, engineers and notable figures engraved at the base of the Tower. Please note that, even if you have Skip the Line ticktes, during busy periods, there may be a wait to clear the line for the stairs and security. If there is a wait, your guide will use this time to explain the fascinating history of the Tower’s creation. As you climb the steps to the first level, you will marvel as City of Light emerges before your eyes while the guide shares the fascinating background of the architectural wonder that made Gustave Eiffel famous. On the first level, which is not regularly included on standard elevator tours, you will have time to take pictures or walk on the 188 ft (57 m) high glass floor. The guide will then lead you up the steps again, to witness more incredible views on the way to the 2nd level observation deck. Here, you'll be able to take in more of the city's most iconic landmarks including the Arc de Triomphe, Champs-Elysses, and Notre Dame while enjoying your guide's insightful and entertaining commentary. After seeing the city from the second floor, enjoy some free time or go to the summit of the 3rd level if you have booked the optional ticket to the summit. Once you are finished admiring the spectacular views, we will go down again to the base of the tower and we will join the last emotional part of the itinerary. Admire the Paris wonders from its famous river. Sailing along the Seine you will cross the splendid bridges that grace this Parisian river and you will be fascinated by the unmissable highlights of the city. This one-hour river cruise will allow you to explore Paris from a different perspective, and the guide will give you additional anecdotes sailing along the banks of the river.
At the end of the river cruise we will meet the driver again and you will return to the hotel. It has been a long day but you will have enjoyed a full immersive one day experience that you will never forget!