Itinerary
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Day 1
Paris Enjoy a private airport transfer in Paris in a private vehicle with a professional driver. A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Discover Paris in a truly original and personalised manner aboard your very own 2CV. The 2CV, the quintessential symbol of the “French touch”, thanks to its convertible, soft top roof offers a magnificent panoramic view. You will be driven by a knowledgeable, English speaking chauffeur, and discover the most famous, beautiful and elegant monuments of Paris including: Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysées, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, La Madeleine, Palais de l’Elysée, Invalides, Grand Palais, Opera Garnier, Place Vendôme, Notre-Dame de Paris, Champs de Mars, Musée d’Orsay, Ile de la Cité, Place de la Concorde, Trocadero and Petit Palais. The 2CV cars can hold up to 3 people. If there are more in your group additional cars will be arranged so you can travel in convoy. (Includes hotel pick up and drop off in central Paris). Consider a longer tour of 3 hours to see more gems in the city. Please speak to your Kensington Tours Sales Advisor if you are interested in this. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Park Hyatt Paris-Vendôme (4*) is a truly luxurious Parisan hotel, located in the heart of the city, on the prestigious Rue de la Paix and is within walking distance of the Place Vendôme and the Place de la Concorde. The Louvre and the Musee d'Orsay, as well as other major Paris landmarks are also closeby, together with Paris' most exclusive shops at Rue du Faubourg St-Honore. The hotel's bar has wood-panelled walls with expressionist paintings while the hotel spa features gilded cornices, and offers limestone saunas, a whirlpool bath, a relaxation room and a Turkish bath. Coaching sessions are available in the gym, and massage and beauty treatments are available including body scrubs, mud wraps, hot stone, aromatherapy and Shiatsu. Practical amenities include wireless Internet access and a complimentary garage parking and all facilities that you would expect from a first class hotel are on offer. Paris is confident that it's the world's most beautiful, fashionable and artistic capital. After visiting the city you will no doubt find it hard to disagree. Paris is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, with over 30 million foreign visitors per year. Three of the most famous Parisian landmarks are the twelfth century cathedral Notre Dame de Paris on the Île de la Cité, the nineteenth century Eiffel Tower, and the Napoleonic Arc de Triomphe. The city's most prized museum is the Louvre, though there are dozens of other important ones.
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 Paris by vintage 2CV |
 Park Hyatt Paris-Vendome Hotel |
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Day 2
Paris Located in a splendid private mansion of the Second Empire, the Jacquemart -André Museum presents a collection of works of art worthy of bigger museums. These paintings, sculptures and furniture were collected by Edouard André, a 19th century collector, and his wife Nélie Jacquemart, a renowned portraitist, during their trips in Europe and the East. In the company of a Professional Guide, you will get to discover these collections which are amongst the most remarkable in France, from the Italian Renaissance to the greatest Flemish Masters and the French School of the 18th century. Thanks to the fascinating theme of Restoration through your guided tour inside the public areas of the Jacquemart- Andre Museum you will discover the techniques & materials used, and the secrets a work of art can hide… this is a never before seen tour of the public areas of the Jacquemart-Andre Museum. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Enjoy a top class dinner while discovering Paris by night on board of one of the famous deluxe 'Bateaux Parisiens' boats with a 'Service Select' menu over 2 and a half hours. Step on board for a magical cruise on the 'Bateaux Parisiens' and admire Paris by night from the Seine. The 'Bateaux Parisiens' cruises are renowed to be some of the most sophisticated and luxurious cruises on the River Seine and the boats themselves are now landmarks. Whilst gliding past the sights, enjoy the delights of French cuisine freshly prepared on board by Chef Yves Gras, a member of the Academy Culinaire de France, while an orchestra and singer add a romantic touch to this candlelight dinner. A 'Service Select' menu will be served which includes a glass of Champagne, a choice of 4 starters, choice of 4 main courses and a choice of 5 desserts from the 'A La Carte' menu as well as a coffee and selected Chablis and Canon-Fronsac wines.(Includes cruise on the River Seine, 3 course dinner, pre dinner aperitif, coffee, 1/3 bottle of white wine, 1/3 bottle of red wine per person). Please let your Kensington Tours Sales Advisor know if you would like a return private transfer arranged. Overnight at Park Hyatt Paris Vendome (4*).
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Day 3
Paris The School of Fine Arts is a large ensemble, located opposite the Louvre, in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés. A veritable institution founded in the 17th century, it offers worldwide renowned instruction in art. The school houses prestigious collections related to its history, including sculptures, paintings or drawings. Enjoy private access to this treasure trove of Art with a private guided discovery of the amazing spaces and collections of this school including the Napoleon Courtyard, the Palais des Etudes, the 17th century Chapel of the Petits Augustin, the Andreatis Stratis library and the galleries. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Continue your full day tour. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Park Hyatt Paris Vendome (4*).
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Day 4
Paris Enjoy a half day (3hrs) guided tour of the Musee d’Orsay or the Louvre with a private English speaking Guide and private vehicle with driver. (Entrance to one of the museums (inc. special exhibitions) is included). Alternative museums can be arranged on request. Please ask your Kensington Sales Advisor if you are interested in visiting any particular musuem in Paris. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax at your hotel. Paris takes on a different hue at night and, with many of the magnificent buildings aglow which make it is possibly the best time to admire the beauty of the city. There are plenty of options to choose from for evening entertainment including an early evening wine tasting in a beautiful, airy Parisian loft of a French sommelier located close to the lively Marais district, a dinner cruise, a cabaret show, dinner in the Eiffel tower followed by a night-time cruise, an evening tour of the city, an independent walking tour of the Montemartre neighbourhood (with a planned out route) followed by dinner in a typical bistro and an evening at the renounced Moulin Rouge for a late night show. Overnight at Park Hyatt Paris Vendome (4*).
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 Musee d’Orsay |
 Paris by night |
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Day 5
Paris Enjoy a private airport transfer in Paris in a private vehicle with a professional driver. Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Depart from International Airport. End of itinerary.
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Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure – Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Cancellations 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund less any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise, or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
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