NORMANDY AND THE D-DAY BEACHES OPTIONAL EXPERIENCEAVAILABLE ON DAY 3

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PARIS EXPLORER

8 days - 1 country

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With the zest of a large city and the heart of a little village, Paris reveals its secrets to a select few. See the City of Light on this At Leisure holiday as it has never been seen before – the hidden courtyards and charming arrondissements , each with their own distinct personality. You'll also witness the opulence of Versailles

7 nights Hotel accommodation

11 meals

1 Regional Meal lunch 1 Parisian Brasserie voucher 2 dinners with local wine

On-trip transport All transport shown All transfers shown

THE ICONS

Orientation tour in Paris

Visit the Royal Estate of Versailles including the Royal Palace Petit Trianon and Marie Antoinette's Hamlet “Le Petit Hameau”

the “village” of Montmartre, the Latin

Quarter and the shopping district of Paris

View the Champs Élysées Paris Opera House Arc de Triomphe Place de la Concorde Notre Dame Cathedral

SIMPLY THE BEST

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THE ESSENTIALSAll taken care of

Insider Experiences. Here’s a sample of what you can expect.

CULTURAL INSIGHT Discover Paris on Parisian terms as your Local Specialist reveals some of the city's hidden gems, including a behind the scenes tour of Montmartre to discover the secrets of the artists quarter. The secrets of la cuisine are yours to

Parisian way with a local chef

SMALL GROUP SIGHTSEEING Enjoy an in-depth, intimate guided tour at the fascinating Louvre Museum in a group size of no more than 25 guests

LOCAL SPECIALIST For included sightseeing in Paris, Montmartre, the Louvre and Versailles

HIDDEN TREASURE Enjoy at least one surprise Hidden Treasure

THE REAL THINGTrafalgar highlights

Art Deco Metro Sign, Paris

TRAVEL STYLE

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1 Arrive Paris (7 Nights) Paris is well deserving of its title – the City of Light – and it is yours to explore At Leisure in depth over the next few days. Check-in to your

getting to know your picturesque surrounds. Wander through the leafy boulevards and winding cobblestone lanes of the French capital, stopping for a leisurely café au lait while watching sophisticated Parisians go by their day-to-day. This evening join your fellow travellers and Travel Director for a quintessentially Parisian Welcome Reception. (WR)

2 Paris Sightseeing and At Leisure e Join your Travel Director this morning for a fascinating tour of this mesmerising city. View the grand Champs Élysées, Place de la Concorde and Arc de Triomphe, built by Napoleon in the 19 th century. Delve into its hidden squares and secret passages, visiting one of Paris' most historic neighbourhoods and a favourite local haunt that remains a secret to outsiders. Gaze from the

below. Spend the evening at leisure, or take an Optional Experience to the Latin Quarter for a visit inside the medieval Notre-Dame and a scenic cruise down the River Seine. (BB)

3 Paris At Leisure or Optional D-Day Beach Experience e Spend the day soaking up the sights and sounds of this elegant European capital. Your Travel Director will suggest activities and attractions that will ensure a memorable day spent discovering Paris. You may wish to experience a full-day Optional Experience on the northern coast of France to uncover the poignant history of the D-Day Landing. Spend your evening at leisure exploring the city's glittering sights at night or use your Parisian Brasserie voucher to

nearby brasseries. (BB)

4 Full-Day Excursion to the Palace and Royal Estate of Versailles d e Tread in the footsteps of French nobility and explore the opulence and splendour of Versailles. Join a Local Specialist as you wander through the palace's extraordinary Hall of Mirrors and Battles Gallery. Meander through the picturesque Royal Gardens and visit Petit

Family lived in private. Get a real taste of the city with Trafalgar's exclusive Eatwith Optional

with a local family in their home. (BB)

5 French Cuisine Experience and At Leisure e d Enjoy a Cultural Insight savouring the exquisite

Parisian chef for an unforgettable gourmet lunch experience, delving into local culinary secrets,

an opportunity to create yourself and enjoy

This evening perhaps discover the pageantry and

at the world-famous Moulin Rouge. (BB, RM)

6 Visit Montmartre and the Louvre d A leisurely start to our morning sees us take a private street trolley car back in time to the colourful hillside “village” of Montmartre and home to the picturesque Sacré-Coeur. Join your Local Specialist and tread in the footsteps of Picasso, Dali and Van Gogh as you meander through hidden squares, artists' haunts and

romantic hideaways. Spend the rest of the day at leisure embracing your inner bon vivant before embarking on a special evening experience at the renowned Louvre museum. Enjoy the quiet atmopshere of the museum during this Small Group Sightseeing tour with your Local Specialist . (BB)

7 Paris Morning At Leisure, Walking Tour and Farewell Dinner e Today is your last chance for last-minute souvenir shopping or alternatively participate on an Optional Experience to visit the Musée d'Orsay. During the festive season, visit the Christmas markets that are held all over the capital: in Montparnasse, on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées and in La Défense. Or visit the Nativity scenes in Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral, the Madeleine church, and Basilique Sacré-Cœur. Whether they be traditional, baroque or modern, these veritable works of art welcome a large number of visitors. This

Paris where you will discover how the French Revolution began. Join your Travel Director and companions for a Farewell Dinner at an iconic Parisian restaurant dating back to 1686. (BB, FD)

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revoirmemorable At Leisure break in one of the world's greatest cities. Airport transfers are available. Conditions apply. (BB)

YOUR HOLIDAY PLANNER

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q Christmas & New Year's Eve Highlights: The 23 December 2018 departure will celebrate Christmas in Paris. And the 30 December 2018 departure will toast New Year's Eve in Paris. Each of these specially arranged festive meal celebrations will replace one of the included meals featured in the itinerary.

] Valentines: This departure will be in Paris on Valentine's Day.

DINE OUT AT A TOP PARISIAN BRASSERIE

Included Parisian Brasserie voucher which gives you a choice of centrally located Parisian brasseries to visit for either lunch or dinner.

PERFECT COMBINATIONS INCLUDING ROME EXPLORER

Why not extend your holiday by adding another City Explorer to this trip? For itinerary and departure details see pages 30-31 for the ‘London Explorer’ or visit our website for the ‘Rome Explorer’.

Leisurely 7 nights in beautiful Paris.

Delve into the fantasy world of King Louis XIV

at Versailles.

EATWITH OPTIONAL EXPERIENCE

Get a real taste of the city with Trafalgar’s exclusive Eatwith Optional Experiences. Meet Joelle and her family for a memorable coq au vin dinner and embrace your inner Parisian.

r Multiple trip discount :

SAVE up to US$53 : Young traveller discount: SAVE US$190

; Past guests:

f MORE ABOUT YOUR TRIP

Shared Rooming: Room Share and Triple Rooms are not available on this trip.

Airport Transfers: On arrival to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport transfers will operate at 8am, 11am and 2pm. Guests arriving later should make their own way to the hotel. Return transfers on the last travel day will arrive at Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport at 8am and 11.30am.

Gratuities: Option to pre-pay gratuities for Travel Director and Driver US$78 per person.

WiFi: See page 74 for details.

Book early for great savings - see pages 12-13. Extra nights' accommodation page 76.

* All prices are per person, twin share.

Visit trafalgar.com for availability, up-to-date itineraries and Optional Experiences.

Single Supplement (add to price above): US$650 p.p.

EARLY BIRDSAVINGSSAVE US$159 p.p.

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