Paris Valentine's Day Weekend - The Key Paris

What better place to celebrate Valentine’s Day than the most romantic city in the world, Paris! Spend the long weekend in February strolling hand-in-hand down the City of Light’s cobblestone streets, sipping wine on the banks of the River Seine, and admiring the Eiffel Tower as it twinkles in the nighttime!

Trip includes:
• Round-trip bus transportation from Grafenwoehr
• 2 nights’ hotel accommodation in Paris
• Daily French breakfast
• Half day guided tour of Paris
• Explore Europe Trip Leader
• Hotel city tax

Prices: 299E per adult

For tickets visit: https://www.explore-europe.de/paris/

Itinerary:

Day 1 (Thursday, Feb 15)
Depart at 9:00 p.m. from Grafenwoehr and travel along the highway by bus to Paris in France.

Day 2 (Friday, Feb 16)
Welcome to France! This morning, an included guided tour introduces you to the architecture, scenery and history of the City of Light:

• See the Eiffel Tower, the Palais Garnier opera house and Place de la Concorde
• Drive down Champs-Élysées and view of the Arc de Triomphe
• See the legendary Notre-Dame Cathedral, located on an island in the Seine River
• Marvel at the eclectic and iconic architecture of the Louvre

In the early afternoon, check in at your hotel, before spending the rest of the day at your leisure or add optional excursion.

Guided Optional Excursion – Dinner in Paris & Seine River Cruise 39€ pp
Take in the nighttime allure of the City of Light on a special evening excursion. The event begins with dinner (3 course menu) at a local restaurant (drinks not included). After you dine, board a boat cruise along the Seine. As you coast along the river and under Paris’ bridges, you’ll behold the illuminated monuments of the city glittering alongside the riverbanks. Please note: Optional excursion cannot be booked online; it can be purchased during your trip through your Trip Leader.

Day 3 (Saturday, Feb 17)
After an included breakfast buffet, get to know Paris on your own or add optional excursions.

Guided Optional Excursion – Tour Montparnasse and Fragonard Perfume Museum 25€ pp
Start off your morning with a walk through La Chapelle and Conciergerie along the Seine, passing by Louvre on the way. See the Palais des Tuileries, Place de la Concorde and the Palais Garnier opera house. Then, enjoy a visit to the Perfume Museum – an aromatic place for education and information on the wonderful world of traditional French perfumery. Afterward, take in panoramic Paris views from the 56th floor observation deck of the Montparnasse Tower (ticket included). Europe’s fastest elevator will whisk you up to the open-air rooftop of this modern skyscraper for unparalleled views of the Eiffel Tower, Champs- Élysées, and other famous landmarks. Please note: Optional excursion cannot be booked online; it can be purchased during your trip through your Trip Leader.

Guided Optional Excursion – Moulin Rouge Show Paris incl. 1/2 Bottle of Champagne 110€ pp
Feast your senses on the vibrant color and charisma of the ‘Féerie’ show at Paris’ iconic Moulin Rouge during an extravagant evening in the City of Light (show starts at 11pm). Take a seat in the atmospheric theater and prepare for a dazzling spectacle of drama, dance and music. See elaborately dressed show girls dominate the stage; marvel at dancers as they perform compelling choreography. Please note: Optional excursion cannot be booked online; it can be purchased during your trip through your Trip Leader.

Day 4 (Sunday, Feb 18)
Today you are free to do as you please. There is time to sample delicious French breads or cakes in a patisserie, shop in the chic French boutiques or enjoy a visit to one of the many museums this city has to offer. In the evening, continue on to Grafenwoehr at 8:00 p.m.

Day 5 (Monday, Feb 19)
Arrive in Grafenwoehr around 7:00 a.m.

For tickets visit: https://www.explore-europe.de/paris/

IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING PASSPORTS: A valid tourist passport is required for this trip. Please make sure that you are traveling with the appropriate passport.