London & Paris (Superior First Class)
8 day tour from US$1475
Tour Type: Leisurely Paced
 

Highlight

Itinerary

What's Included

Optionals

Dates & Rates

 

HIGHLIGHT

Map of London & Paris (Superior First Class) tour - click to enlarge

Highlights:
  • London
  • Windsor
  • Dover
  • Paris

ITINERARY

 
London & Paris (Superior First Class)
Days 1 to 4 - London (4 nights)
The pomp and pageantry of the Royal Horse Guards, the welcoming informality of colourful pubs, the crazy fashions of Chelsea's Kings Road and bespoke tailors of Savile Row make London a city of marvellous extremes.

A half day's sightseeing tour introduces you to London including Big Ben, Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Buckingham Palace. You'll have a chance to experience some of the world's best theatre and we've even included an excursion to Royal Windsor. Best of all, London is yours to explore. Maybe wander through Hyde Park, stroll down Piccadilly, check out the Knightsbridge boutiques en route to Harrods, and enjoy your choice of London's many restaurants.

Hotel: Thistle Lancaster Gate (4 nights)

 

Days 5 to 7 - Paris (3 nights)
We ferry across the English Channel from the White Cliffs of Dover, then drive across the Battlefields of World War I en route to Paris. On our first morning, we include a sightseeing tour which features a guided tour of Notre Dame Cathedral, and a drive along the Clamps Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe. Also included is a visit to the Fragonard Perfumery and Museum.

You have carte blanche to make the best of the 'City of Light'. Museums abound – try the Louvre or the Musée d'Orsay. Shop in elegant stores for next year's fashions Or explore the wide boulevards crowded with pavement cafés. Also, perhaps visit the gracious Palace of Versailles or Disneyland Paris just outside the city. During your stay sample the legendary nightlife and be sure to try a Parisian cabaret spectacular. Or maybe dine out in Bohemian Montmartre or one of the many bistros of the Left Bank's Latin Quarter.

Hotel: Ibis Alesia Montparnasse (3 nights)

 

Day 8 - Depart Paris
It's 'au revoir' after breakfast, as we transfer you to Charles de Gaulle Airport for your return flight home.

 

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

London & Paris (Superior First Class) What's Included 

Sightseeing Highlights
  • London: Sightseeing features the Buckingham Palace, the Houses of Parliament, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
  • Windsor: Excursion.
  • Dover: See the White Cliffs.
  • Paris: Sightseeing includes the ascent of the Eiffel Tower, Champs Elysées and Arc de Triomphe. Plus views of Notre Dame Cathedral and a visit to the Fragonard Perfumery and Museum.
Dining Highlights
  • Continental breakfast in London
  • Continental or Buffet breakfast with juice and cereal elswhere

 

First Class Travel Highlights
  • The services of one of Trafalgar's top professional multi-lingual Tour Directors from London and in Paris.
  • A qualified local city guide in London and Paris.
  • Cross-Channel ferry.
  • Chauffeur driven transfer between London and Paris on Trafalgar's luxury air-conditioned motorcoaches with reclining seats.
  • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport Transfer will be provided on Day 9
  • Complimentary pick-up if you stay at Trafalgar's recommended London hotel.
  • All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
  • A stylish travel bag and wallet containing tour documents and helpful information.
Airport Transfers
  • London Gateways: Transfers can be expensive, particularly between the Airport and central London. When you book your tour with Trafalgar your transfers to and from the airport are included. It's that simple. Trafalgar has included a Free transfer to and from your airport and Central London.
  • Important – Please Note: Passengers will only be entitled to transfers to and from London Airports providing the following conditions are met:
  • You are staying at a London hotel, booked by Trafalgar, on the night of your arrival and the night prior to the date of your departure.
  • Flights are either booked by Trafalgar or detailed information on flights is provided by your Travel Agent not less than 21 days prior to departure.
  • Only one included transfer both inbound and outbound per tour is included by Trafalgar. Transfers are by express train to a Central London Rail Station.
  • Heathrow Express operates between 05.10-23.30. Gatwick Express operates inbound services between 05.20-23.45 and outbound services from 04.30-23.45. Transfers outside of these times are at the passengers own expense.
  • In the event of unforeseen events (road or rail works, demonstrations, strikes) Trafalgar will not be held responsible for delayed or cancelled transfers.
  • No refund is available for passengers not utilising this service.
  • Why not upgrade to a Hotelink transfer from the Airport to-the-door of your Trafalgar London hotel? (please ask Trafalgar or your travel agent of the additional upgrade price per person when booking)
  • European Gateways: With Trafalgar all passengers will receive complimentary arrival and departure transfers on the scheduled arrival and departure day of their tour at the times specified below. Please ensure your Travel Agent reserves your flight to co-ordinate with the transfer times shown.
  • Trafalgar Bonus - Passengers who book Trafalgar's Land+Air package and who arrive or depart outside of these specified times on the scheduled arrival and departure day of the tour will also be provided with a transfer.
  • Passengers arriving before or leaving after the scheduled tour days are not entitled to a transfer but may book and purchase one through Trafalgar providing that they also purchase the additional pre and/or post tour hotel night(s) from Trafalgar. Please ask for prices of transfers at the time of booking your extra night accommodation.
  • Land only passengers arriving or departing on the scheduled tour arrival or departure days but whose flights don't coincide with the listed transfer times below may also book and purchase these transfers. Flight details must be provided to Trafalgar not less than 21 days before the flight departure.
Please Note
Room Mate Matching is not available on this tour.

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OPTIONALS

London & Paris (Superior First Class) Optional Excursions

Note:
All optional excursions listed are for 2004/2005 please use the information as a guide only.

 

F8 - PARIS. Illuminations and Dinner
After an unforgettable dinner in typical Parisian style, drinks included, we take a drive through the city. By night, Paris is a city transformed - no other city has such striking illuminations, such glamour or romance. Amongst the splendours we see the Place de la Concorde, Arc de Triomphe, Cathedral of Notre Dame, Champs Elysées and the Eiffel Tower.
60.00 (€)

 

F9a - PARIS. Dinner & Montmartre or Seine Cruise. Bon appetit!
Enjoy dinner and drinks in a typical Parisian restaurant and toast our new-found friends on tour. Then visit Montmarte, the old artists’ quarter made famous in the paintings of Toulouse-Lautrec and Utrillo. Dominated by the brilliant white dome of the Sacre Coeur Basilica, its fascinating narrow streets and outdoor cafés, give a real flavour of Parisian life. Alternatively, after dinner, we will enjoy a floodlit Seine Cruise.
60.00 (€)

 

F11 - PARIS. Illuminations, the Sacre Coeur and Montmartre
See the splendour of Paris by night on this evening tour of the main sights, dramatically floodlit, then visit Montmartre, the old artists’ quarter made famous in the paintings of Toulouse-Lautrec and Utrillo. Dominated by the brilliant white dome of Sacré Coeur Basilica, its fascinating narrow streets and outdoor cafés give a real flavour of Paris life.
26.00 (€)

 

F12a - PARIS. The Louvre or Musee d’Orsay and Invalides or Montmartre or Seine Cruise
We start with a conducted tour, enhanced by our excellent audio system, of one of the finest Art galleries in the world – the Louvre. A chance to admire the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo amongst the many thousands of exhibits in this former Royal Palace. Alternatively, we will enjoy a guided visit of the Museum of the 19th century, housed in the ‘belle epoque’ former railway station – the Musee d’Orsay, famous for its splendid collection of Impressionist paintings. In addition, we will either take a funicular ride up to artistic Montmartre OR visit Les Invalides – the church in the army museum where Napoleon Bonaparte is buried OR take a cruise along the Seine in one of the ever-popular riverboats.
44.00 (€)

 

F13 - PARIS. Versailles - The Palace and Gardens
We leave the bustle of the city for thesplendour and magnificence of Versailles. Created by the “Sun King” Louis XIV, the palace becamethe envy of every other European ruler. Our guide takes us through the State apartments, including the famous Hall of Mirrors. All of this enhanced with the use of our excellent audio system. Afterwards, take a stroll through the meticulous tree-lined gardens.
57.00 (€)

 

F18 - PARIS. Excursion to Disneyland Paris
Visit Europe’s latest major attraction, Disneyland in France, where the young of all ages may explore their fantasies in a new setting. Entrance fees included.
65.00 (€)

 

F38 - PARIS. Dinner and Cabaret
Dinner with wines included at one of the most prestigious cabaret shows in town! Enjoy an evening of exciting acts, stunning tableaux and wonderful entertainment - including, of course, the world famous Can-Can. A night in Paris that you will never forget!
110.00 (€)

 

F39 - PARIS. Le Grand Louvre or Musee D'Orsay
The Louvre - the biggest and bestknown museum in the world was once the palace for the kings. Follow the expert guide through the sumptuous maze of galleries to see the main attractions including Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece - the 'Mona Lisa'. Alternatively, explore the world of the Impressionists in the prize winning converted railway station of the Musee d'Orsay. Our visit will be enhanced by the effective use of our excellent audio system.
38.00 (€)

 

F55 - PARIS. Moulin Rouge Cabaret and Dinner
An unforgettable evening of French entertainment at Paris’ most famous Cabaret, ‘Le Moulin Rouge’. Dinner, wine and Champagne will be included.
143.00 (€)

 

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DATES & RATES

Departs On
Returns On
Land Price
Guaranteed Departure
Thu, 13 April 2006 Thu, 20 April 2006 $1535  
Thu, 20 April 2006 Thu, 27 April 2006 $1535  
Thu, 27 April 2006 Thu, 4 May 2006 $1535  
Thu, 18 May 2006 Thu, 25 May 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 25 May 2006 Thu, 1 June 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 1 June 2006 Thu, 8 June 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 8 June 2006 Thu, 15 June 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 15 June 2006 Thu, 22 June 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 22 June 2006 Thu, 29 June 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 29 June 2006 Thu, 6 July 2006 $1475 Yes
Thu, 6 July 2006 Thu, 13 July 2006 $1475 Yes
Thu, 13 July 2006 Thu, 20 July 2006 $1475 Yes
Thu, 20 July 2006 Thu, 27 July 2006 $1475 Yes
Thu, 27 July 2006 Thu, 3 August 2006 $1475 Yes
Thu, 3 August 2006 Thu, 10 August 2006 $1475 Yes
Thu, 10 August 2006 Thu, 17 August 2006 $1475 Yes
Thu, 17 August 2006 Thu, 24 August 2006 $1475 Yes
Thu, 24 August 2006 Thu, 31 August 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 31 August 2006 Thu, 7 September 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 7 September 2006 Thu, 14 September 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 14 September 2006 Thu, 21 September 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 21 September 2006 Thu, 28 September 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 28 September 2006 Thu, 5 October 2006 $1535 Yes
Thu, 5 October 2006 Thu, 12 October 2006 $1535  
Thu, 12 October 2006 Thu, 19 October 2006 $1535  
Thu, 19 October 2006 Thu, 26 October 2006 $1535  
Thu, 26 October 2006 Thu, 2 November 2006 $1499  
*These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.

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