Explore Paris City: 3-Star Upgrade
All of Paris at your feet
Explore the City of Lights with this 4, 5 or 6-night package. Reach great heights as you ascend the Eiffel Tower or fall in love with the Mona Lisa's famous gaze with a trip to the Louvre - the city is yours to experience how you see fit!
What's Included
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Paris (CDG)
- 4 nights in Paris at Grand Hotel Dore Paris* or similar
- Breakfast daily
*Please note: this property does not offer twin rooms
Plus!
- Montparnasse Tower Observation Deck
- Paris 1 Day Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus Tour
- Paris Wine and Cheese Tasting
Great Ways to Explore
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One of the oldest Parisian bakeries, Poilâne still makes their sourdough bread in a wood-fired oven. Pay them a visit and taste the difference!
- The Eiffel Tower becomes an illuminated wonder in the evenings; visit between sunset and 2 AM for spectacular views.
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Get your art fix at the Louvre, Musee d'Orsay or Pompidou. Paris is an art lover's mecca!
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There are over 9,000 eateries in Paris with open terraces!
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France is known for its culinary arts, you can find some of the best baguettes, macaroons, cheese and crepes in Paris!
Over the course of this Paris city escape, you’ll be able to visit the Louvre which is home to one of Da Vinci’s most famous paintings, the Mona Lisa. You'll have the opportunity to peruse the typical French gardens or occupy a charming table at an outdoor cafe.
Arrange a trip to the Palace of Versailles, or stay close and visit the Arc de Triomphe and the Opera House. Your days will be at your leisure. From climbing the Eiffel Tower to relaxing at the Luxembourg Gardens- this is your Paris vacation!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Round-trip economy class airfare to Paris (CDG)
- 4 nights in Paris at Grand Hotel Dore Paris* or similar
- Breakfast daily
*Please note: this property does not offer twin rooms
Plus!
- Montparnasse Tower Observation Deck
- Paris 1 Day Hop-On/Hop-Off Bus Tour
- Paris Wine and Cheese Tasting
-
One of the oldest Parisian bakeries, Poilâne still makes their sourdough bread in a wood-fired oven. Pay them a visit and taste the difference!
- The Eiffel Tower becomes an illuminated wonder in the evenings; visit between sunset and 2 AM for spectacular views.
-
Get your art fix at the Louvre, Musee d'Orsay or Pompidou. Paris is an art lover's mecca!
-
There are over 9,000 eateries in Paris with open terraces!
-
France is known for its culinary arts, you can find some of the best baguettes, macaroons, cheese and crepes in Paris!
Over the course of this Paris city escape, you’ll be able to visit the Louvre which is home to one of Da Vinci’s most famous paintings, the Mona Lisa. You'll have the opportunity to peruse the typical French gardens or occupy a charming table at an outdoor cafe.
Arrange a trip to the Palace of Versailles, or stay close and visit the Arc de Triomphe and the Opera House. Your days will be at your leisure. From climbing the Eiffel Tower to relaxing at the Luxembourg Gardens- this is your Paris vacation!
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Paris!
Upon arrival in Paris, you'll make your way to your lovely accommodations. There are dozens of restaurants and bars surrounding your hotel along with shops and boutiques.
Nestled in the charming Daumesnil area, near the Viaduc des Arts. the Bastille, and the Gare de Lyon, this 3-star hotel features Parisian charm with a contemporary approach. Decorated in warm tones with wooden furnishings and interesting paintings, the Grand Hotel Dore is a the perfect place to escape the bustle of the city. Open the door to your cozy room and find air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, plush bedding, and luxurious bath amenities.
Step into charm and elegance at the recently renovated Grand Hotel Francais. This simple, yet sophisticated hotel perfectly balances location, comfort, and service. As you walk to your room, admire warm colors, wooden furnishings, and contemporary decor. With amenities like concierge service, ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk, this hotel is always at your service. Open the door to your spacious room and find plush bedding, free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and much more.
Nestled in the lively area of Bastille, this hotel offers easy access to public transportation, shops, restaurants, and bars.
Day 2. Paris
Get acquainted with the layout of the city with a ride on the Hop-on/Hop-off Bus. You'll make stops at many of the city's highlights including the Champ de Mars (Field of Mars), which surrounds the Eiffel Tower, or the world-renowned Musee du Louvre, which houses 35,000 works of art,!
Paris 1 Day Hop-On/Hop-Off - Big Bus Tour Paris (Classic)
Tour the highlights of Paris from the comfort of the Big Bus Tour. Featuring an open-top double-decker bus, this tour gives visitors one full day of exploring the best of 2 bus routes through the city. With 11 stops to choose from, you can hop on and hop off at your own pace and see everything you want to see! Pick the Red Route as it runs by the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and the Grand Palais, or perhaps the Blue Route is more your speed, with the Montmartre, Sacre Coeur, and Moulin Rouge along the way. Maybe you'll choose to mix and match routes! Its up to you to decide. Find history, romance, secrets, and stories tucked away behind each corner, and amazing photo and shopping opportunities!
Day 3. Paris
Why not spend the day exploring Paris' Montparnasse neighborhood, before climbing to the top of the famous tower! This area is overflowing with nooks and crannies that have inspired some of the greatest artistic minds - from Picasso to Hemingway. Here you'll also find Paris' famous catacombs; explore the centuries-old tunnels if you dare.
Montparnasse Tower Observation Deck Admission
The Montparnasse Tower Observation Deck offers an exceptional panoramic view of the whole city of Paris – revealing the city as you’ve never seen it before! This unique view point, which overlooks Paris from a height of 650 feet, offers a 360° view of the capital, with a stunning 25 miles of visibility on clear days. Ideally located in the Montparnasse neighborhood, this unique, central viewing point in Paris allows you to see all of the city’s most famous attractions and monuments: the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre Museum, the Arc de Triomphe, the familiar streets and rooftops, and much more. Each hour of the day has its own charm and quality of light: romantic morning shots facing the Eiffel Tower, the magnificent Parisian sunset, and the stunning lights of “Paris by Night.” Your voucher entitles you to access to the Montparnasse Tower Observation Deck at any time during opening hours.
The Tower is open 365 days a year, from 9:30am to 10:30pm, Sunday to Thursday and 9:30 am to 11:00pm, Friday, Saturday, and the eve of public holidays. The last elevator to the Observation Deck is 30 minutes prior to closing. Guests also have access to the on-site Café 360, Champagne Bar, souvenir shop, interactive viewing services, and photo exhibition of archived city photos.
Day 4. Paris
Make your way to the Arc de Triomphe de l’Etoile in the center of the city. This is the linchpin of the Historic Axis in Paris which is a sequence of monuments on a route running from the Louvre to the Grande Arche de la Defence. Upon arrival at the monument, you will be completely in awe as it stands 164-feet high.
After you admire the Arc’s beauty, move on to the Pantheon in the Latin Quarter. This mausoleum is a great example of neoclassicism in Paris. End the day with your included wine and cheese tasting!
Day 5. Depart France
Depart Paris today and head back home.
Fly home!
Where available, the Flexible Change Plan allows you to change your travel date for ANY reason (between 30 days and 14 days before planned departure). You will receive a Future Travel Credit for the entire amount you paid. Please note that prepaid instant purchase airfares and group airfare are not eligible for the Flexible Change Plan and are subject to airline-imposed change or cancellation fees based on airline rules at the time that the change is requested. You must rebook using the original air carrier at least 14 days prior to your originally scheduled departure and complete travel at least 1 year from original booking date. Additional fees may apply. Future travel credit is non-transferable, non-refundable, and may not be redeemed for cash.