London & Paris via the Chunnel
Day 1 - Arrive London A private car will be waiting to transfer your hotel. The Rubens at the Palace or the Dukes Hotel. Day 2 - Everything London Tour Meet the guide for a full day tour of London. Drive through Westminster, past Downing Street, to the Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Stop to visit Westminster Abbey, the site of many royal coronations, then continue to Buckingham Palace for the colorful Changing of the Guard ceremony, and on through the busy streets to Piccadilly, home to London's theaters. After passing around Trafalgar Square and Nelson's Column. Afterward, head to the Thames River for a cruise to the Tower of London to see the Crown Jewels. Day 3 - A Day For You Enjoy London at your leisure today. Perhaps you would like to browse the shops of Mayfair or visit Covent Garden. Day 4 - Eurostar Chunnel Train to Paris After breakfast, you will be taken to Waterloo Station via private car to board the Eurostar Chunnel Train for your first-class ride to Paris. Upon arrival at Gare du Nord, a private car transfers you to your hotel, the Hotel du Louvre or the Sofitel Le Faubourg Hotel, near the Louvre and Orsay museums, as well as Cartier and Hermes. Buddha Bar is just across the street, and a 10 minute walk to the Tuilleries Gardens. Enjoy the rest of the day soaking up the Parisian atmosphere as you orient yourself to "The City of Light." Day 5 - Everything Paris Tour Paris was created 2000 years ago and began at the Cite Island (Ile de la Cite). The beautiful Gothic Notre Dame Cathedral is located here, famous for its flying buttresses. Visit is included to the Cathedral. Then explore the Marais District and the Latin Quarter. The Montmartre Hill is home to Parisian artists and many of them (Picasso, Van Gogh etc) settled here towards the end of the 19th century. Your guide will take you to the base of the hill, then take the funicular to the top and enjoy a guided walking tour of the village and Place du Tertre. Visit the Louvre to see its matchless art treasures, such as the Winged Victory, the Venus of Milo and Da Vinci's Mona Lisa. Day 6 - A Day For You The day in Paris is at your leisure. You can spend some time re-visiting the Louvre's fabulous collections or shop in the fashion district. Watch artists at work in Montmartre or take a seat in a cafe and sip a glass of wine while you people watch. Day 7 - Return Home After a leisurely breakfast at your hotel, you will be taken by private car to the airport for your flight back home.
4* Accommodations London Rubens at the Palace The award winning four-star Rubens at the Palace Hotel, London, is ideally situated opposite Buckingham Palace and The Royal Mews, moments from Victoria Station. Renowned for providing exceptional guest service, outstanding hospitality and luxurious facilities, London s famous landmarks, shopping, entertainment and theatres are easily accessible.
Paris Hotel du Louvre Located between the Louvre Museum, the Opéra Garnier and the Palais Royal, the Hotel du Louvre, a Hyatt hotel is in the heart of Paris. Place Vendôme, Place de la Concorde, the Marais neighborhood, the Tuileries Garden, the major department stores and Notre-Dame Cathedral are a few steps away.
5*Accommodations London Dukes Hotel Awarded Europe s Leading Boutique Hotel and the World s Leading Classic Boutique Hotel, DUKES LONDON is a hidden gem in the heart of St. James Mayfair, where quintessential British charm and the finest luxury mix together to create a timeless atmosphere.
Paris Sofitel Le Faubourg Hotel Located near Place de la Concorde and Place de la Concorde, this fashionable outpost is also a few steps away from the exclusive Faubourg Saint-Honoré, internationally renowned for its luxury boutiques. Inside this haven of tranquillity, 125 rooms are traditionally decorated whereas the 21 Suites and the "Couture" Apartment were designed in a contemporary spirit by the French designer Didier Gomez. The hotel featured a gourmet French restaurant and a charming landscaped terrace.
The cost of the above tour in 4 star accommodations as noted is $5,570.00 per person based on double occupancy. This does not include travel insurance and flights to London and from Paris. The cost of the above tour in 5 star accommodations as noted is $6,085.00 per person based on double occupancy. This does not include travel insurance and flights to London and from Paris. Please visit our website at http://www.maupintour.com/resources/terms/index.asp to refer to the terms and conditions attached to this quote. Please note that this is only a quote and it is therefore subject to availability at the time of booking. To confirm this tour or if you have any additional questions contact Maupintour at 1-800-255-4266.