4 Nights 5 Days France Vacation Packages (4 Nights / 5 Days)

A private transfer waits for you once you have collected your luggage to take you to your hotel. If your room is not ready yet, let the hotel hold your bags and perhaps go enjoy a bit to eat and begin to acclimate yourself to the city. We have arranged a welcome briefing by a Parisian expert to help you with anything that you need. Overnight in Paris.

This Paris walking tour allows you to spend an attraction-filled half day exploring the old heart of Paris under the guidance of a local expert. You'll meet your guide in front of the fountain at Place Saint-Michel. From there your guide will take you to the site of Notre Dame, explaining it's fascinating 850 years of history, secrets, and mysteries. See how this historic structure still stands proud after the recent fire and discover what the future holds for this magnificent building. Your Paris walking tour continues in the picturesque lanes of lle de la Cite and Latin Quarter, where you will see iconic buildings, like the Conciergerie, and learn about the historic personalities that strolled the streets before you. Visit the impressive church of St. Germain l'Auxerrois built in the 13th century. Arriving at the crowded entrance to the Louvre, you'll skip the entrance line and head straight inside for a Lourve tour with your expert guide, including all the highlights of the world-famous collection. At the end of the walking tour, board a Seine river cruise to enjoy a relaxing ride from the water. Overnight in Paris

Today, explore the magnificent Palace of Versailles with its luxuriant gardens. King Louis XIV, known as "the Sun King" was a creative force of Versailles. He turned Versailles into a sumptuous estate and the symbol of absolute monarchy in the 17th century. Your guide will introduce you to the State Apartments with its 8 rooms, the Hall of Mirrors, and King's & Queens' apartments, the Royal Chapel, the Royal Opera, then explore the Gardens & Park. Overnight in Paris.

When you think of France, you can not avoid thinking about wines & cheeses. Today, join a small group workshop to explore the world of French cheese and wine as we taste our way around France. We will start a workshop with a visit to the historic Ile Saint Louis just minutes from the school, where our favorite local "fromager affineur" awaits. There, your chef will help you navigate a classic Fromagerie in France and you will select some fantastic fromages to enjoy with wine back at the school. Overnight in Paris.

Private transfer from your Paris hotel to the airport for your return flight home.