Soak up the Parisian atmosphere, history, beauty, and way of life with a local historian or scholar in a full-day tour by car. Together, we will explore the most charming sites in the city including the Louvre Museum, the exquisite exterior of Notre Dame Cathedral, Opera Garnier, and more. We’ll wander down boulevard-lined streets, visit famous masterpieces at the Louvre, marvel at the exquisite Gothic architecture, and delve deep into the history of “the City of Light”, in the comfort of a chauffeured car service. Get ready for a full-day Parisian adventure in France’s capital filled with fascinating history and quintessential charms. 

Our day of Parisian adventure and fun begins in the morning when we will pick you up from your hotel in your chauffeured car for the day. We will make our way to a local Parisian cafe for a coffee where you’ll receive a short briefing on Paris and the areas we are going to visit. We will then drive through Paris to the Ile de la Cité, the stunning island in the middle of the Seine, the river of France, where the city of Paris first started. 

Next, we will drive to our first stop, the stunning exterior of the famous Notre Dame. Here we’ll learn about the architecture, stories of the Hunchback, and the fire of this impressive Gothic building. Next, we will visit the nearby Gothic church of Saint-Séverin, exploring the majestic values, aisles, and gargoyles. Continuing our adventure, we will explore some of Paris’s oldest and most beautiful neighborhoods of the Latin Quarter and Saint-Germain-des-Prés where you might spot fashionistas, French food delicacies, and trendy salons. Saint-Germain-des-Prés is known to be the meeting point of literary and artistic celebrities, from philosophers, painters, and writers. 

Then, we’ll drive across the Seine to reach the Right Bank where we will visit the Palais Garnier the stunning opera house which was built for Emperor Napoleon III. We will also visit the awe-inspiring Palais Royal, a former palace from the 17th century. At both famous sites, you’ll learn some fascinating historical facts and what it was like living in the palace for Kings and Queens. 

We will venture onto Montmartre, the former neighborhood for Picasso and Van Gogh, talking about the evolution of this hillside area from the 9th century until today. Montmartre was at the center of 19th-century Paris rife with histories and intrigues to discover. It was a neighborhood that was once avoided by many Parisians due to the cabarets and other clubs that opened in the area. 

Driving onwards to Champs Elysées, we will admire various historical monuments such as the Arc de Triomphe and the Obélisque. Of course, a trip to Paris isn’t complete without seeing the iconic Eiffel Tower which we will drive near to view before we leave our driver and walk through the luscious Tuileries Gardens to get to the Louvre. After a morning of fun explorations across some of Paris’s main sites, we will stop at a local restaurant, all enjoying a delicious French meal tomorrow. Finally, we will make our way into the Louvre Museum to spark our creative imaginations, and you’ll see some of the world's most-known masterpieces, including the Mona Lisa. 

Embark on an engaging and interactive journey through the city's most beloved landmarks, and emerge with unforgettable memories that ignite your senses, intellect, creativity, and spirit of adventure.

Interested in exploring more areas of Paris? We suggest adding on our Paris by Luxury Yacht Tour to end your day tour on the water.