| Full Day Tours |
Chateau Country CL1 Duration: full day - 13 hours
During the Renaissance period, the Loire valley was the favourite place of the Kings of France and their courtiers who left behind many castles of amazing architectural elegance. Art and history combine with a certain sweetness of life in this part of the country known as “the Garden of France”.
Winter programme: from Paris we proceed to Chambord. Guided visit to the most imposing castle of the Loire Valley famous for its staircase then Cheverny. Guided visit followed by lunch at the Hotel Saint Hubert. The afternoon is dedicated to Chenonceau Castle, nicknamed “of the Six Ladies” because among the numerous owners, 6 ladies inhabited and decorated the castle.Summer programme : Tour includes guided visits of Blois, Chenonceau and Chambord. In October the Sautrday visit to Chambord is replaced by the Cheverny Castle. Please note: Lunch included only between 1 Nov 2004 – 18 Mar 2005. In the summer free time for lunch in Amboise or Chenonceau.
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris, 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro: Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Winter (Nov 1 – Mar 18): Tue, Thu & Sun at 7:15 a.m. Summer ( Mar 19 – Oct 31): Every day at 7:15 a.m. Note: Phone 24 hours in advance to make a reservation. |
Mont Saint Michel MS1 Duration: full day - 15 hours
Mont St Michel is a rocky island located in the largest bay in Europe. Its abbey is known as “The Marvel of the Western World” and it is still one of the most famous pilgrimage centres dating from the Middle Ages. The Mont St Michel is one of France’s most well known (and photographed) landmarks and enjoys a wonderful setting in the heart of the Normandy region, rich in history and well known for its characteristic architecture, rich farmland, gastronomic specialities and cheese.
From Paris the tour proceeds along a scenic route as far as the town of L’Aigle. Stop at 9:30 am at the restaurant “Le Dauphin” to enjoy a typically French brunch (Summer only). At around 10:30 am we leave for Mont St Michel when we arrive around 1 pm. During the winter months we lunch on arrival at the Relais St Michel restaurant. We begin our afternoon by ascending the monument (by the ramparts or by the village) as far as the abbey, located on top of the mount. Our guided visit covers the interior of the abbey. Clients are then invited to discover the village on their own. At 4:30 pm we leave for Caen for a buffet dinner including local specialities at the restaurant of the Caen Memorial (Peace Museum).
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris, 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro : Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Winter (Nov 1 – Mar 18): Mon, Wed & Sun at 7:15 a.m. Summer (Mar 19 – Oct 31): Every day except Sunday at 7:15 a.m. Return to Paris approx 10:30 p.m.
Note: Phone 24 hours in advance to make a reservation. |
Normandy Landing Beaches NP Duration: full day including lunch
This tour is dedicated to the memory of the landing of the allies and the Normandy battle in 1944 (Operation Overlord). It will be with strong feelings that you will visit some of the areas where the Allies fought to recover freedom. First, we make a stop at the Caen memorial museum (known as the Peace Museum) for a commented visit and film followed by lunch (included). After lunch we depart for the landing beaches with a stop at the Ponte du Hoc and the American cemetery Saint-Laurent at Omaha Beach. We continue with a visit of a German battery of artillery and make a stop at Arromanches. Our visit to the landing beaches include Gold, Juno and Sword (where the Canadians, French and British landed)
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris, 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro: Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Nov 1 – Feb 28, except Jan 1-16: Tue at 7:15 a.m. Mar 1-18: Tue & Sat at 7:15 a.m. Mar 19 – Oct 31: Tue, Thu & Sat at 7:15 a.m.. Tour return to Paris at approx 9:30 p.m.
Please note: Phone 24 hours in advance to make a reservation. |
Reims and Champagne RC Duration: full day
Reims is the capital city of the Champagne region and the city of coronations where most of the French Kings were crowned. Although the town suffered much destruction during World Wars I and II, the Gothic cathedral and the Saint-Remi basilica where the coronation ceremonies took place have been preserved. Today, Reims is a charming provincial town famous for its Champagne cellars, production and hillsides dotted with vineyards.
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris, 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro : Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Winter season (Nov 1 - Mar 18) – Friday and Tuesday at 8:00 AM. Summer season (Mar 19 – Oct 31): Tuesday, Friday and Sunday at 8:00 AM.
Note: Does not operate on Dec 24th & Jan 1st |
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| Half Day Tours |
City Sightseeing Hop On Hop Off Duration: 2.5 hours
The romance, the elegance, the beauty - Paris is a dream that you'll be living during your time here. See the City at its best - from the top deck of a City Sightseeing bus where you'll get a bird's eye view of the cobbled streets of the Left Bank, the Napoleonic splendour of the École Militaire and of course the structure that they thought wouldn't last more than a few years - the Eiffel Tower!
Meeting Point: Eiffel Tower (Mº Bir-Hakeim), Trocadéro (Mº Trocadéro), Louvre, Nôtre Dame, Champs Elysées
Departure Time: All year round 1st tour 9:30 a.m. last tour 4:30 p.m. from Trocadéro Summertime every 10-15 minutes Wintertime every 20-30 minutes |
Versailles Appartments VA Duration: 3.5 hours
Versailles represents a reminder of the grandeur of classical French architecture. The lavish decoration and layout of the entire site reflect the will of King Louis XIV, known as the "Sun King". In the beautifully decorated State Apartments (Hall of Mirrors, Queen's Apartments & Reception Halls) our guide will enthral you on the life of the Kings. The extravaganza of the Palace gardens (designed by André Le Nôtre) and the fountains are other souvenirs of this rich period in French history.
We leave Paris by the western districts of the city and follow the Normandy motorway as far as Versailles (Travel time on average 40 minutes). Our tour continues with a guided visit of the King and Queen's State apartments within the palace. Free time after the guided tour for exploring the palace gardens.
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro : Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Winter season (November 1st to March 18th ) : 9.30 a.m. every day except Monday and 1st Sunday of each month. Supplementary departures at 1.45 p.m. on 29th, 30th and 31st December & January 4th. Summer season (March 19th to October 31st ) : 9:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m. every morning except Monday - Every afternoon except Monday, Sunday and Saturday in June/July/August. Supplementary departures at 2:45 p.m. every Sunday in October.
Note: Does not operate 25 Dec & 1 Jan |
Fountainebleau Duration: 5 hours
The Fontainebleau palace, lavishly built and furnished in Renaissance period style was used as a hunting residence by the French Kings. Situated in the heart of one of France's most beautiful forests, Fontainebleau was the favourite residence of the French Kings and emperors from François I to Napoléon III. Napoléon Bonaparte named Fontainebleau "La demeure des siècles" (the residence of centuries) in reference to the large variety of architectural and decoration styles in the palace. This tour also includes a brief stop at the Barbizon village located just outside Fontainebleau and a popular meeting point for painters and writers in the XIX century. Ideal opportunity for exploring the Ile de France region in greater details in terms of countryside, forests, provincial villages (eg.Barbizon) and castles used as Royal hunting residences.
We cross the southern districts of Paris as far as the Porte d'Orléans and cross the Ile de France to take the Autoroute du Soleil (motorway of the sun) as far as Fontainebleau. Our tour begins with a guided visit of the castle (Napoleon's apartments were recently restored and are included in our visit). Barbizon has been known as an artistic centre since the 19th century when J-F Millet and R-L Stevenson lived there. On leaving Fontainebleau we cross a small section of the famous Fontainebleau forest before making a short stop at Barbizon still occupied by artists workshops and antique shops of yesteryear.
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris • 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro : Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Winter season (Nov. 1st - March 18): 1:45 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday. (except 25th December, 1st January). Summer season (March 18 to October 31): 1:45 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. Note: This tour does not operate on French public holidays : Easter Monday, 16th May and 15th August. |
Cruise and Illuminations Duration: 2 hours
One of the most original ways of viewing Paris is from the River Seine. From the comfort of our evening cruise visitors will be able to enjoy alternative views of the main monuments and see parts of Paris otherwise unnoticed from street level. Recorded commentary is included during the cruise and our Cityrama hostess is available for any further questions regarding the itinerary. After our cruise we continue the evening with an “illuminations” tour of Paris. Our special “Paris by night” commentary illustrates the curiosities of the capital by night while clients sit back and enjoy the magnificent illuminated monuments.
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris, 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro : Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Winter (Nov 01– Mar 18): Every evening at 7:00 p.m. (except Dec 24 and 31) Summer (Mar 19 Oct 31): Every evening ay 7:30 p.m. (except Jun 21 and Jul 14) |
Cityrama Tour Duration: 2 hours
Discover the beauty of Paris from the comfort of our unique and panoramic double-decker coaches. Our carefully designed itinerary covers the principal landmarks of the city in a minimal amount of time. Fascinating recorded commentary describes monuments, landmarks, points of interest with historical and up-to-date anecdotes of the city. Set against a background of French music and song the commentary complements the itinerary and has the effect of warming visitors to the capital and setting the mood for exploring and visiting. Please note : No visits or stops are included in the itinerary.
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris, 4 Place des Pyramides
Departure Time: Daily all year round from the above address at: 10:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. Jan 01 – Mar 18 11:30 a.m. Saturdays only Jan 01 – Mar 18 10:00 a.m., 11:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. Mar 19 – Oct 31, July 14– no morning tours July 24– no tours at all due to the Tour de France
Phone 24 hours in advance to make a reservation. |
Illuminations Tour Duration: 1.5 hours
Magical and magnificent by night, a drive through Paris with its array of beautiful illuminated monuments and buildings should not be missed by any visitor to the capital. Your transportation is a unique, panoramic double decker bus. Our specially designed "Paris by Night" commentary illustrates the curiosities of the capital by night along with an interesting mix of historical and up-to-date anecdotes on Paris - suitable for all nationalities and tastes. Set against a French music and song background (eg: Edith Piaf and others), the illuminations tour enables visitors to capture the legendary atmosphere of the capital by night. Please note: No visit and stop are included in the itinerary.
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris, 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro: Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Winter season (Jan 01 - March 18): every evening at 7:00 p.m. (except December 31) Summer season (March 19 - October 31): Every evening at 10:00 p.m. (except June 21 - July 14) |
| Paris Seinorama PS Duration: 4 hours
A strong characteristic of the French people is the respect they have for their history and the restoration of their national monuments. The result of this preservation of the past has greatly contributed to the beauty of Paris today, with its unique perspectives, geometric squares, sculptures and monuments. This tour concentrates on showing Paris to the visitor from two different angles: Above and below. From the Eiffel Tower we enjoy panoramic 360° views of the capital from on high. From the River Seine cruise, visitors will be captivated by an original viewing angle of the monuments and bridges from below.
We leave the Cityrama office via the Place de la Concorde, Champs Elysées as far as the Arc de Triomphe. We then drive towards the 16th district, known as one of the most prestigious and residential areas in Paris and home to the celebrated Bois de Boulogne, created by Napoléon III at the end of the 19th century. We make our first stop at the quai de la Bourdonnais and board our Bateaux Parisiens boat for a commented cruise along the River Seine. (Duration: 1 hour). On leaving the cruise we catch the famous Eiffel Tower lift as far as the 2nd floor. From this point our guide will point out the principal landmarks. Possibility for clients to leave the tour at the Eiffel Tower or come back with the bus to our bus terminal.
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris • 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro: Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Winter and Summer (Jan 01 - October 31): Every day at 2:00 p.m. |
Chartres CH Duration: 5 hours
Recognized as a World Heritage site by UNESCO, the Chartres Cathedral is still considered today as an important centre for Christian pilgrims. Famous for its stained-glass windows and wonderful colours dating back to the 12 th and 13th centuries known as the "bleu de Chartres" - (the blue of Chartres), this tour offers a deeper insight into this historical shrine.
We cross Paris by the southern districts where we join the motorway. Our route leads us by the Beauce region where the long stretches of wheat fields give this part of the country the reference : "le grenier à blé de la France" - France's bread basket. We arrive at Chartres around 3:15. Our Cityrama guide conducts a full guided visit of the Cathedral followed by free time for clients to explore and enjoy Chartres on their own.
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris • 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro: Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Winter season (November 1st to March 18th) : 1.45pm Tuesday and Saturday
Summer season (March 19th to October 31st) : 1.45pm Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. |
Montmartre and Louvre ML Duration: 4.5 hours
A village is to be found on the top of the hill of Montmartre crowned by the white Sacred Heart Basilica so familiar to Parisians. Towards the end of the 19th century, numerous artists (Van Gogh, Renoir, Picasso, etc.) settled here with their families to enjoy the simple and peaceful country life. The Louvre museum is one of the richest in the world. It is impossible to visit it all in a short time, but a guided visit will show you the highlights.
Ride up to Montmartre by coach and funicular, guided walking tour of the village and Place du Tertre. Visit on your own the Sacred Heart basilica. At the Louvre museum, during more than one hour guided visit; you will see the Venus of Milo, the Winged Victory and Leonardo da Vinci's Mona Lisa. *Monday : the visit of the Louvre will be held before the one of Montmartre
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris, 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro: Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Winter season (Jan 01 - March 18) Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 2:00 p.m. Summer season (Jan 01 - October 31) Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 2:00 p.m.
Note : This tour does not operate on November 1st, March 28th, May 16th and August 15th. |
| Giverny Duration: 4.5 hours
Claude Monet, like many impressionist painters, was attracted by the beautiful, peaceful and colourful countryside of Giverny and settled here in 1883.The artist was greatly inspired by the flower gardens surrounding his Giverny home and created the now famous Japanese bridge and water garden which later became the main focus for his work. Our tour includes a full visit of Monet's home, studio and gardens with the opportunity for visitors to appreciate this artistic shrine with legendary play of light and colour contrasts.
We leave Paris by the western districts of the city and follow the Normandy motorway as far as Bonnières. After crossing the River Seine at Vernon we reach Giverny which is located at around 1h15 from Paris. Our guide gives an enlightening visit of the gardens before leaving clients to visit Monet's home and studio on their own accord. Adequate free time is included to enable clients to continue as far as the American museum in Giverny village (entrance fees not included).
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris • 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro: Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Summer season (April 1 - October 31): 1:45 p.m. Every day except Sunday and Monday - supplementary departure on Monday May 16th |
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| Paris Boat Excursions |
Cruise and Moulin Rouge CRM Duration: half day
A relaxing and captivating cruise along the River Seine with an original viewing angle of the floodlit monuments and bridges. At the Moulin Rouge the new revue offers dazzling cabaret in the tradition immortalised by Toulouse-Lautrec: sumptuous costumes and decoration with imaginative choreography and a high standard of dancing and singing.
Crossing Place de La Concorde as far as the banks of the Seine and embark with Bateaux Parisiens at the Quai de la Bourdonnais. At the end of the cruise we rejoin the Cityrama coach for transfer to the Moulin Rouge cabaret at the foot of the Montmartre hill. We assist to the second show which begins at around 11 pm. At the end of the evening clients will be accompanied to close proximity of their hotels in Paris.
Meeting Point: Cityrama Paris, 4 Place des Pyramides (nearest metro: Palais Royal)
Departure Time: Operates every evening from March 19 to October 31 (exc. July 14) at 8:30 pm.
This tour is not suitable for children. **Does not operate in winter |
Sightseeing Seine River Cruise
Information for all ages, combining history with Parisian news. An hour cruise along the Seine onboard unique boats. Throughout the cruise, narration on individual handsets is accompanied by musical selections played over speakers.
Meeting Point: Port De La Bourdonnais
Departure Time: HIGH SEASON (from Easter to end October) every 30 minutes From 10:00 to 11:00
LOW SEASON (from November to Easter). From 10:00 to 1:00 and from 5:00 to 8:00: every hour. From 1:00 to 5:00 and from 8:00 to 10:00: every 30 minutes (except 7:30 pm) |
Dinner Cruise (Etoile)
Depart from the Eiffel Tower, cruise along the left bank until the Ministry of Finance at Bercy; return to the Eiffel Tower via the right bank with a turn around the Statue of Liberty. Throughout the cruise musicians, a violinist and a singer interpret the greatest songs from a French and International repertoire. An Ave Maria in front of Notre-Dame, la Vie en Rose under the bridges of Paris…the evening becomes unique. Our menu combines tradition and fantasy. The dishes are prepared on board by our Chef Yves Gras and his team. Chef Gras is a member of the Académie Culinaire de France. Proper attire required. It is not advised to bring children for the dinner cruise.
Meeting Point: Port De La Bourdonnais
Departure Time: Boarding 7:45 - Departure 8:30 Return to the dock 11:00
Not Operating on: 14 th February 06, 24 th December & 31 st December 05 |
Lunch Cruise
A singer and a pianist will intervene from time to time to tell original anecdotes about Paris, its history, its people, etc. Classic French and International songs and music will set the pace for your cruise. Enjoy the capital in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere. Depart from the Eiffel Tower, cruise along the left bank until the Ministry of Finance at Bercy; return to the Eiffel Tower via the right bank with a turn around the Statue of Liberty. Every dish is prepared on board using the freshest produce by our Chef Yves GRAS, a Member of the Académie Culinaire de France and a Disciple of Auguste ESCOFFIER.The luncheon menu combines tradition and originality.
Meeting Point: Port De La Bourdonnais
Departure Time: Boarding 12:15 - Departure 12:45 - Return to the dock 2:45
Note: Telephone 24 hours beforehand to reserve |
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| Optional Services |
| PARIS AIRPORT TRANSFERCITY/AIRPORT:PARIS - CDG or ORLY TRANSFER
DESCRIPTION: Private Car Transfer between airport and hotels
INSTRUCTIONS - ARRIVAL: Look for Euroscope representative outside customs area
(Note: Pre-booked reservations required)
INSTRUCTIONS - DEPARTURE: Telephone 24-hours prior |
PARIS AIRPORT TRANSFER (Charles de Gaulle / Orly Airport )
TRANSFER DESCRIPTION: Air-conditioned shuttle bus between CDG Airport and hotels. INSTRUCTIONS - ARRIVAL: Look for a Euroscope representative outside the customs area in then arrivals hall
INSTRUCTIONS - DEPARTURE: Telephone 24-hours prior. |
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* optional tours and excursion inclusions are subject to change |
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