Paris Essentials
Icons, Art & the Art de Vivre
Duration
4 Days / 3 Nights
Region
Europe
Best Time
March-May, September-November
Ideal For
Couples, Photography lovers, Art enthusiasts
The Journey
Day by Day
Day 1
Arrival & First Impressions
Le Meurice
Your Paris adventure begins the moment you land. A private driver collects you at Charles de Gaulle in a Mercedes S-Class and whisks you to Le Meurice, your home for the next three nights.
After settling in, you'll experience the city in the most memorable way possible: from the sidecar of a vintage motorcycle. The Gentlemen Siders—part guide, part urban explorer—navigate Paris's storied streets, sharing anecdotes and historical insights while uncovering hidden corners that most visitors never see. Your two-hour journey deposits you at the foot of the Eiffel Tower.
Skip-the-line tickets whisk you to the summit for panoramic views across the city as the afternoon light softens. A professional photographer captures the moment, taking dozens of shots with Paris spread beneath you. You'll receive 20 edited digital images and three printed A4 photographs delivered to your hotel.
Day 2
Masters & Monuments
Le Meurice
Morning belongs to the Louvre. Your private art expert guides you through four hours of carefully curated discovery, bypassing the crowds to stand before the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and the Winged Victory of Samothrace. Beyond the famous works, your guide reveals lesser-known treasures and the stories that bring them to life.
After lunch at your leisure, the afternoon turns to the Champs-Élysées and the Arc de Triomphe. Your walking tour traces the grand avenue's history—from its origins as a royal promenade to its role as the world's most famous commercial street. Ascend the Arc for commanding views down the arrow-straight avenue toward the Louvre, understanding for the first time how Baron Haussmann's grand design reshaped Paris.
Day 3
Royal Grandeur & Left Bank Charm
Le Meurice
The morning unfolds at Versailles. Your driver-guide collects you from the hotel for the journey to Louis XIV's extraordinary palace. Over four to five hours, you'll explore the State Apartments, marvel at the Hall of Mirrors' 357 gleaming panels, and wander the geometric perfection of the formal gardens. Your guide brings the daily rituals of court life into vivid focus—the elaborate ceremonies, the political intrigues, the sheer theatre of absolute monarchy.
Returning to Paris, the afternoon shifts to the Left Bank's intellectual heart. Your walking tour begins in Saint-Germain-des-Prés, passing the literary cafés—Café de Flore, Les Deux Magots—where Sartre and de Beauvoir once held court. You'll stroll through the Luxembourg Gardens, admire the palace's Italian-influenced architecture, and make your way to Notre-Dame. Though the cathedral remains closed for restoration, its Gothic façade still commands reverence.
As evening approaches, board your private boat for a sunset cruise along the Seine. Drift beneath Pont Alexandre III's gilded lamps and the ancient arches of Pont Neuf while Paris's monuments glow in the fading light. Champagne flows as the Eiffel Tower sparkles to life—a perfect farewell to the city.
Day 4
Departure
Your private Mercedes returns you to Charles de Gaulle Airport, bringing your Parisian sojourn to a close. Departure times are flexible to accommodate your flight schedule.
Trip Highlights
- Vintage sidecar tour through Paris's historic streets with a Gentleman Sider
- Summit access to the Eiffel Tower with professional photoshoot and printed keepsakes
- Private four-hour Louvre tour with an art expert
- Half-day exploration of Versailles with a driver-guide
- Private sunset cruise on the Seine with champagne
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