Upon your arrival in the romantic city of Paris, you will be greeted with a seamless transfer to your hotel in one of our vehicles, where your professional driver will ensure your comfort and convenience throughout the journey. You will have the rest of the day free to explore the city of Light. Paris holds a significant place in the history of France and all of Europe. With over two million inhabitants, the capital is not only one of the most populous cities on the old continent but also among the most visited destinations globally, thanks to its countless attractions. One of them is the great architectural development of the 19th century, which left jewels such as the Madeleine Market, the Grandes Halles, and the Eiffel Tower, the city's icon par excellence. Paris is also known by many names, one of them being La Ville Lumière (The City of Light) due not only to its fame as a flagship city of arts and sciences, but also for the early illumination of its streets. Although the VII arrondissement, where the Eiffel Tower and the Champs-Elysées are located, is the most frequented area, full of luxury venues, monuments such as the Bourbon Palace, or museums such as the Orsay, there is much more to discover. The history, culture, and gastronomy of Paris are prevalent throughout the city.
After a wonderful breakfast, you will have the day free to explore the city. Paris is a blow to the aesthetic senses, when you stand in front of the Louvre for example or the Arc de Triomphe, you wonder where they got the courage and inspiration to build such monuments. The famous Eiffel Tower and the Sacre Coeur are expressions of enormous ego but also of laudable generosity. They didn't make things simple, they put a lot of effort into it, proving that viewers deserve the best. Once again, Henry James's phrase is proven: "Paris is the greatest temple ever built for material pleasures and visual sensuality." It is worth taking a walk through the Tuileries: elegant squares, gardens, and galleries that give this area of Paris its special character. This area of Paris has the Louvre Museum as its main property. Residence of the French kings for four centuries, and today it is a museum with one of the most wonderful art collections in the world. Completely visiting this museum can take two days, it is recommended to make a selection of the rooms to visit since otherwise you will lose track of time inside it. Don't miss: The Mona Lisa, The Victory of Samothrace, Delacroix's paintings about the French Revolution the Greek sculpture room, and the Egyptian sector. Then, in front of the museum, the Palais Royal, which during the 17th century was the setting for debauchery and gambling meetings. Today its garden is a refuge from the city lined with restaurants and art galleries. In step 1 of the reservation, you can add tickets to visit the most iconic attractions in the city.
After the tasty breakfast, you will have free time to visit more neighborhoods in Paris. You can start with a walk through the Latin Quarter, then continue towards the famous Eiffel Tower to finish on the Champs Elysées. The origins of Paris are found in Ile de la Cite, on this island in the middle of the Seine. It is home to the famous Notre Dame, a superb example of medieval French architecture, whose construction began in 1163 and ended in 1330. Admission to the church is free, you only have to pay one fee if you want to climb its towers. At the opposite end of the island there is another Gothic masterpiece: the Sainte Chapelle, a "miracle" of natural lighting, its entrance is through the Palace of Justice. During the summer, concerts are offered inside the chapel. Also on the island is the "Conciergerie", which was the antechamber of the guillotine, a prison widely used during the Revolution. Crossing the St. Michel Bridge you will immerse yourself directly in the Latin quarter, which is associated with intellectual artists, the bohemian lifestyle, and students since the Sorbonne is located there. Boulevard St Michel, the main avenue of this neighborhood is home to cafes, book stores and nightclubs. A few meters from this place is the St Severin church, which took centuries to be built and is an example of the flamboyant Gothic style. Continuing along Blv St Michel you will see the famous Luxembourg Garden and later the Pantheon. The famous Eiffel Tower was built in 1889 by Gustave Eiffel. Its height is 317 meters and it has 3 floors that can be visited. You can visit the tower between 09:00 AM and 11:00 PM. In the surrounding area, there are several museums such as the Rodin Museum, and the Liberation Order Museum. You can end the day visiting the Champs Elysees neighborhood, crowned by its famous Triumphal Arch. Considered one of the most famous monuments in Paris, the Arc de Triomphe was built by order of Napoleon Bonaparte to commemorate the victory at the Battle of Austerlitz and was inaugurated 30 years later, on July 29, 1836. Visit local markets like the Marché Bastille to try authentic French food. You can enjoy crêpes, cheeses, sausages, and other delicious local products.
After a wonderful breakfast, our transfer will take you to the station to board the train to London. Approximately three hours later, once in London, you will go to the hotel on your own. The city of London is known as one of the most important tourist destinations on the planet, where its monuments, buildings and attractions were part of the formation of the world as we know it today. You will have the rest of the day free to relax and, if you wish, begin to enjoy this city at your own pace. Be sure to enter one of its wonderful pubs before the bell rings that indicates the end of alcohol consumption hours.
After a tasty breakfast, you can enjoy a panoramic bus ride through the City of London. You will be able to explore the city and stop at the most interesting places thanks to the hop-on hop-off bus. Also, you will have the possibility of accompanying the tour with an audio guide, available in five languages, including English, to find out the most interesting facts about the city. There are two routes to choose between. Red Route Shows the most famous places and monuments of the city, from the exclusive Belgravia in the west to the Tower Bridge in the east. Blue Route In addition to sharing the stops with the red route, covers the western part of the city in detail. Going through areas like Notting Hill and the famous Paddington station to Kensington Palace and the bustling Harrods. The ticket also includes a cruise on the River Thames for a completely different view of the city and its most important attractions. Tip: In 1957, the River Thames was declared dead due to its high levels of contamination. It was thanks to new infrastructure and controls that it was recovered, and today we can find some marine fauna in it.
After an exquisite breakfast, you will have the day off to continue dazzling yourself with this city. You can take advantage of and get to know some of the not-so-famous points, such as the street markets of Camden Lock Market, Borough Market, or Broadway Market. These venues offer a variety of foods, vintage items, art, and music in an authentic setting. Another option may be a visit to the Greenwich neighborhood, where you will enjoy its historical charm. You will be able to walk through Greenwich Park and admire the panoramic view of London from the hill. At night, you can delight yourselves with one of the many gastronomic proposals that this capital has to offer, from typical dishes to delicious options of Indian, Bangladeshi, or Middle Eastern cuisine. You will discover the cultural diversity that exists in this city and the different communities that live there. Tip: You can take the opportunity to take a walk through the West End, the theater area of the city known for its vibrant offering of shows for all audiences.
After breakfast and at the agreed time, a transfer will pick you up to drive you to Heathrow Airport to board your departure flight.
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