Friday Departures

Day 1: International Flight
Board your overnight transatlantic flight.

Day 2: Arrival in Paris, France
The day is free to rest or start exploring the splendid French capital. Later today join your host for a welcome meeting.

Day 3: Paris
See the sights on both banks of the Seine: Arc de Triomphe, Opéra, Madeleine, Louvre, Champs-Elysées... For a panoramic view take the elevator to the first floor of the EIFFEL TOWER. Of course you also visit Paris’ greatest treasure, the Gothic cathedral of NOTRE DAME with its gleaming stained-glass windows. Afternoon at leisure. (BB)

Days 4 to 7: At Leisure in Paris
Four more days to discover what this extraordinary metropolis has to offer. Explore the world capital of chic and style at your own pace. Visit the fashion houses and boutiques, take your pick from 90 fine museums including the Louvre, stroll through magnificent parks, promenade along the Champs-Elysées. You’ll never run out of things to do and see. If you want to go further afield, an optional excursion to the lavish Baroque Palace of Versailles is available. After dark check out some of the gourmet restaurants and irresistible cabaret shows. Ask your host for suggestions and reservations. (BB daily)

Day 8: Departure Home
Your homebound flight arrives the same day. (BB)

Included:

• Guided sightseeing

• Visit Notre Dame Cathedral & ascend Eiffel Tower

• Specially arranged discounts at the famous Galeries Lafayette department stores, Parfumerie Eden and other leading shops

• Paris city map

• One-day free Metro ticket

Tour DPCW–Hotel Sofitel Paris Bercy:

Located at 1 Rue de Libourne, F-75012 Paris–a superior first-class hotel with 396 rooms. It is in the heart of the delightful Bercy Quartier and within easy reach by metro to the Madeleine (city center). All rooms are air-conditioned and have private bath, color TV, phone and minibar. The hotel has a spacious and elegant lounge with a piano bar, restaurant and 24-hour room service. Facilities also include a sauna and a jacuzzi.

Tour DPMW–Hotel Mercure Montmartre:
Located at 3 Rue Caulaincourt, F-75018 Paris–a contemporary first-class hotel with 308 rooms, close to the Place Clichy with excellent bus and underground connections to Champs Elysées and the Opéra. All rooms have private bath, color TV, phone, minibar, and radio alarm clock. The hotel has air-conditioning, a bar, and room service is available between 6:30 a.m. and 11 p.m. Several excellent French restaurants are within walking distance.