I felt like I was able to visit so many of the places where the artists painted throughout the week and then on the last day I could really connect to the art because I visited the places where the art was made/places where the artists were inspired. Everything was my favorite moment.". Just to view the Tower with the reflection off of the river water made it a spectacular sight and a special moment in time. On our own was the Eiffel Tower, what a view.". Our guide and the hotel staff made everything so easy and made us feel so comfortable in Paris. My only complaint was the choice of restaurants for the first night meal. The museum guides were very well versed in the history and art. The Boat Ride was new to us and was amazing. Most days are moderately paced with 2–8 miles of walking, including some hills and stairs. We choose Rick Steves Tours because we like the "travel like a temporary local" philosophy. "The last time I was in Paris I had a difficult time interacting with locals. Our tour guide, Rebecca, was terrific, lots of fun, lots of energy, very responsive to questions, ideas and suggestions, and very knowledgeable. "The guide that did the Orangerie tour was amazing. "The impressionists on the 5th floor of the Museum d'Orsay and the Roman baths in the basement of the Cluny Museum.". I wanted to learn as much as possible about Paris and feel comfortable returning with friends and family on our own. "Difficult to pick one but entering the magnificent space in the Louvre underneath the pyramid with all the light pouring in was truly breathtaking. The another was the river cruise, to see Paris at sunset with all the beautiful buildings and to realize the part the river played in the development of Paris. She was outstanding - delighting us with local treats from each of the areas being visited. "Versailles and the Musee D'Orsay were favorites.". Loved being in a group and having someone who knew the culture and language to lead everyone, especially being new to travel and the language. Our overall tour experience exceeded expectations again this our second tour with RS, "All of it was an awe ha moment. Why would I take a tour to learn how to ride a subway?!? Being in Paris during Christmas holidays and Seeing Eiffel Tower everyday, Bus ride down the champs-Elysees at night. Jul 29, 2014 - Explore Terri Merritts's board "Rick Steves Travel", followed by 609 people on Pinterest. Loved the boat trip in the evening down the Seine with the lights of the city along the shore, seeing the landmarks from the "other side" and even a band playing. We felt so Parisian!". Michaelanne was an excellent guide, communicating very clearly, offering practical solutions to problems travelers were most likely to encounter;and, possessing a monumental fund of knowledge of French and Parisian history and current events. Thank you.". The hotel was so comfortable and the staff were so accommodating to all our needs! The seating was crowded and uncomfortable. The tour was very good. She was thorough, professional, and a warm and friendly person. We suggest arriving a day or two before your tour begins to allow ample time to get over jet lag and be well-rested for the first few days of your tour. The Louvre, always the Louvre. The guides were knowledgeable and took time to explain what we were seeing and answer our questions. I could look at them unaccosted as long as I wanted. As we walk, we'll learn about enlightened 17th-century urban planning at the beautiful Place des Vosges, the cultural roots of the Jewish Quarter, and how the French Revolution grew from this neighborhood. And just as our boat went by it, to commemorate it's 130th anniversary, it lit up with the colors of the French Flag on the base and "130 ans", and a sparkling gold and white 'champagne' light effect on the top half. "I have been to Paris before so I experienced the oh wow moments years ago. The group was small enough that we were able to get to make friends pretty quickly. loved that we had a mix of guided touring and free time to go wherever we wanted. There are hidden images within the pieces that reveal a greater story. "Seeing the neighborhoods on foot (Marais, Montmartre, Rue Cler, historic Heart of Paris, etc.". Loved Pere Lachaise Cemetery and Montmartre tour. This evening, Europe's greatest museum — the Louvre — is open late, and we'll take full advantage of that. I was able to experience and see so much of Paris. That being said, I appreciated things more this time as I was not in a panic to see and photograph things. Answer 1 of 15: Hi! It delivered exactly what it promised: an opportunity to learn about the history and culture of Paris in a small group. Today I decided on a self guided walk from my Rick Steves Paris 2013 guidebook. "Entering into the upper chapel of Sainte-Chapelle took my breathe away and brought tears to my eyes, the beauty was amazing.". Daniela is an exceptional guide. Boat: 1 hour. The tour far exceeded my expectations. There was an opportunity to see a lot of art at museums like the Orangerie, Orsay, Louvre and the guides that we had did a terrific job of interweaving French history with the buildings and art that we were viewing. "Since we took two consecutive RSE tours in France this year, we were able to spend about ten days in Paris. Their vast size and opulence was somewhat beyond comprehension - sort of like seeing the Grand Canyon for the first time. "I have to say Versailles. My son and I took two consecutive RSE tours this year -- Paris and the Heart of France followed by the Best of Paris. She was informative, engaging and constantly upbeat. This week was my dream come true. From the hotel, to our guide MichaelAnne and the tour, we were treated so very well. "Coming face to face with the deep history of Paris.". I couldn't believe the original site is right in the middle of Paris and preserved so well.". Rick Steves Travel Best Of Scotland Phrase Book Paris Itinerary Best Of Italy Best Travel Guides Book Sites Cruise Port France Travel Rick Steves France 2020 ebook by Rick Steves - Rakuten Kobo Read "Rick Steves France 2020" by Rick Steves available from Rakuten Kobo. I really liked learning how much to navigate thru the Metro and train system. Jackie and I found this tour very informative, exciting and adventurous. Our guide was very knowledgeable and informative. Loved the way we were left to become our own traveler in the afternoons. The bright light from the windows shone on the beautiful statues and ornately decorated former train station. We had a fabulous time seeing the major sights of Paris and learning about its history. Paris has engrossing museums, lovely architecture, and very good food. We will definitely travel with Rick Steves again! Very comprehensive. Restaurants and some shopping nearby. Everything was Great. So much so that we made sure on out way to Normandy to stop and visit to Monet's garden at Giverney.". We LOVED the hotel! The windows and railing outside simply said: Europe. The 130 yr anniversary laser light show at the Eiffel Tower. I really enjoyed Michael Ann. "As an art history major, I'd have to say the Musee d'Orsay was especially satisfying.". This is my first tour of any kind. And the group-bonding philosophy of Rick Steves really made a difference. The hotel staff (Cedric and Arnaud) were very kind and accommodating. Our travel companions were flexible, and it was true that there were hardly any complainers, and folks went with the flow. I was impressed with the quality and quantity of activities. Our guide was extremely helpful with suggestions for transportation and alternative places to visit and to eat. :)". Breakfast was good. Paris is amazing, with its monuments, artwork, culture, and natural beauty. The setting of the old railway station was a work of art in itself. With Marie's direction and encouragement, my husband and I (with our fellow travelers) gained true insight and in-depth knowledge to appreciate and enjoy our Parisian surroundings, food, art --all of it ! "Seeing how other people in other countries live, and comparing it to how we live in America is a real eye opener.". So I wasn't sure what to expect. Not my favorite Rick Steves tour so far but I'm not sure why. Paris in 7 days was a wonderful experience. See more ideas about Rick steves, Travel, Europe travel. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I really enjoyed the dinners we spent together as a group. Super cool tour!". We had good docents, as well. "Walking upstairs to see the stained glass at Sainte-Chapelle!". She was encouraging, good-spirited and fun as well as very knowledgeable. That's not to say I didn't thoroughly enjoy the others it's just that Paris cast a spell over me. I have taken 6 guided tours including 2 Rick Steves' tours, and Rebecca is the SHINING STAR. It was a well-paced tour with a good balance of free time with structured activities. Rick Steves, she is one of your best ambassadors. With our newly learned travel skills, we comfortably took a day trip on our own to Thionville and found the actual building where my Father-in-law lived while stationed there during World War II...as well as other sights he had photographed. per person + air, Single "To be honest, those crazy croissants every morning at breakfast . I think that this tour was awesome. Breakfast is provided, but there are no group activities today. My goal in visiting Paris was to learn about and enjoy the city. On almost every corner Paris offers such moments. The group was so nice & friendly, while respecting our privacy & time. Our tour director did an outstanding job of taking us to visit some of the most beautiful parts of the city, "The canal tour, no wait. If you want a book, we always like to recommend the Rick Steves guides – here’s the Rick Steves Paris edition And that’s it for our guide to spending 3 days in Paris! Joelle helped us see deeper into the paintings, the artists and how both connect with their cultural context. Museums were stunning. '7th day doesn't count as it is only the hotel breakfast & off to airports or train stations on our own, but not part of the RS tour. It began with the perfect hotel close to the Eiffel Tower. Our guide gave us some great tips on local culture and what to say and their version of manners and this time I got to experience how wonderful people in Paris can be. My second favorite "wow" moment was walking into Monet's garden paintings in l'Orangerie, simply breathtaking!". A rich experience for those who love art!". A wonderful tour! I thought the tour was well organized and well. My guide was great. The best for me is the Siene River cruise at night that is an unforgettable experience for me where I really felt I'm in Paris especially as the boat passes the Eiffel Tower .". This was our first Rick Steves tour and we are SO glad that we chose it instead of attempting to see Paris on our own. All the guides were great. We had a wonderful sampling of Paris and it made us definitely want to come back, now that we understand the Metro and know the lay of the land. "I'll pick two - Versailles. It was record heat and I still enjoyed the entire trip, especially the AC in the hotel. Loved the group demographics: more young adults (8) and more family units (father-son, aunt-nephew, family with college-age children, etc.) Honestly, every day had a "Wow" moment.". Strenuous walking: 2–8 miles throughout the day with lots of hills, stairs, and uneven terrain. On my recent trip to Paris, I added another hotel to my list of all-stars. Join us for the Best of Paris in 7 Days! "My favorite "wow" moment had to be the Eiffel tower at night.". It brought all the sites we had experienced together into perspective with all the people we had experienced it with!". Went to Paris for the art and saw a lot of it. Everything from start to finish was wonderful. "Too many to name one. As we were touring near Notre Dame, the bells began to ring - 86 peals in honor of his life - the first time the bells have been rung since the fire. Riding the Metro, no wait. Lots of room for independent exploration with plenty of support whenever we wanted it -- ç'est merveilleaux! These are just ideas I have no idea if these things are in the area. Very thoughtfully done! "How can I possibly just name one! Our local guide, Chris, really brought the history alive and had a wonderful sense of humor. Every block held something new. The perfect balance of Paris highlights with our tour mates and free time to explore on our own. We enjoyed the places we saw and the hotel. We had a fantastic visit to Paris. For me I was in awe many times to see some of the art that I have always wanted to see.". Our "Best of Paris in 7 Days" tour certainly met our expectations from the earliest suggestion to arrive a day in advance in order to rejuvenate before starting the fast paced schedule through the printed preparatory materials and the daily guidance of getting to know and appreciate Paris. This guide will show you some of the typical historical sites but also get you out into the streets to experience a modern side of the city. The boat is big with probably over 300 people on it so definitely would have preferred a smaller vessel. "Musee de l" Orangerie - the guide was truly amazing. The Hotel Londres Eiffel was a perfect location for this trip with great breakfast each day. I wanted my grand daughters and daughter to see it so this was a girls trip. Thank you for providing whisperers from day one. They loved the twinkling Eiffel Tower and just seeing this magnificent city.". I thoroughly enjoyed our Paris experience as it was everything I have come to hope for, from a Rick Steves tour experience. everywhere you look, but having this new transferable skill will improve my future travel experiences and it was something I hadn't expected on this trip. We enjoyed our guide Julie, and the other members of the group. Rolinka was extremely personable, intelligent, friendly, and did an outstanding job making all of us feel safe, comfortable, and cared for. Knowledgeable, funny, subtlety steering our group thru rush hour mass transit, and keeping the annoying group member in line without him even knowing he was being handled! The tour guide made it so fun we felt like life long fans of PSG. There were too many persons on the boat & it was daunting to hear the speaker over the din of the crowd.". The tour was everything it was advertised to be. I loved our tour of Paris. The first was with the Rick Steves Best of Europe Tour in 2017. Our tour mates were all interesting and fun people, the itinerary was well-planned, and the guides were all fantastic. The food and accommodations were impressive and more than met my expectations! Our tour guide was fantastic.She was very caring and extremely knowledgeable.Our group was a lot of fun.The sights that we saw were amazing. The emphasis on culture, history, variety, accelerated daily pace, fine food, and highly qualified and entertaining tour guides was just what I'd hoped for. Our guide there was excellent. She made our experience! The Duquesne Eiffel Hotel was adorable and the staff was warm and welcoming. Entering in the moat was astounding, I had no idea of it's history. I am so grateful to have had this wonderful, immersive trip. Our guide, Arnaud, was an absolute joy to have teach us about Paris and life in France. She was knowledgeable, helpful, and congenial. I was able to take a picture of the Venus de Miloat the other end surrounded by a crowd so thick and pressed together that one could not possibly approach the statue. Nice guy. "Monet's work at the Marmottan & Orangerie. . Goal met!! I loved that I didn't have to worry about lines and tickets but still had free time. So I'm giving you two: Great Hotel location and Staff. Breakfast was great. Michaelanne kept us moving at a good pace and was very helpful in explaining how we could do things on our own. Eating crepes, no wait. "My wow moment is my observation of Parisians. The combination of excellent tours and insights and free time to explore more sites and museums kept me busy every day. "my favorite 'wow' moment was visiting St. Chapelle. "It is hard to pick just one. She made each day joy-filled and enjoyable! And Paris is amazing. Outstanding! There was a perfect balance of time spent with the group and then time spent finding our way around Paris. Just what we had hoped for. Our tours don't include airfare, so your flight arrangements and transfers are completely up to you. It was a great feeling everyday!". Not too big. "Having my fellow travelers sing happy birthday to me at midnight on the streets of Paris with the Eiffel Tower twinkling in the background.". Fantastic! There was no one to obstruct my view. She was knowledgeable, friendly, funny and dependable. I also loved that our guide helped us learn how to use the buses and metro, so we could get around the city on our own. Cafes, shops, wine, bread, ...". Very funny. It's a breeze to reach Paris' airports by taxi, shuttle, or public transportation. I would now feel comfortable visiting Paris on our own, but would choose Rick Steves for other European cities and countries. I will definitely try to book him on a future Paris trip.". The hotel and staff were wonderful and a great location to explore. Hotel and dining choices were excellent. Great tour. I would have preferred learning more of the Parisian culture today After the group's walking tour of the Marais, my wife and I headed over to the Centre Pompidou. I had a fabulous experience! Truly immersed ourselves in the Paris lifestyle. Can't imagine a better guide than Michaelanne! My daughter and I had a wonderful traditional French meal that day at a restaurant in one of those squares. Oops I guess you meant on the tour. Sleep in Paris. "The Eiffel tower twinkling at night and our tour guide Marie singing Le Vie En Rose.". No bus. The stained-glass windows of Sainte-Chapelle We even used it the day after the tour ended to go to airport from our hotel. The tour guides were also outstanding. From start to finish, the tour was phenomenal. What was so surprising was the amount of information I thought I knew, but didn't. A great introduction to a beautiful city. The group that we were a part of was very friendly. Europe - Rick Steves Daily Itineraries for Paris: Has anyone followed these? I loved the tours of the different arrondissements. "There are of course, many "wow" moments in Paris. "We walked into our hotel room after taking a bus in from the airport. You don't realize how big that structure is until you are standing at the base. First, the hotel and its location were great. Our tour guide, Antoine, was so gracious and considerate of our care and experience. Our group in poor shape and we felt we missed some. Did lots of walking which was great. Visiting between November and March, the weather is colder and wetter, but the city still feels lively and has the benefit of being less touristy. But it was easy to find and so glad we went ahead and did it as the weather was perfect that evening, with a golden quarter moon, Venus and the Eiffel glittering.". One of the best was our trip through Montmartre (came to life/fascinating) and our 2nd group dinner at a wonderful nearby gem of a restaurant with the evening Seine boat tour. Our group was fun and got along great. "Last day at the Orsay and l'Orange museums because that's where the while trip seemed to come together for me.". "My favorite wow moment was seeing the paintings up close in the D'Orsay. Seeing the sites of the city in the daylight, then at sunset, then in the dark of night ... wow ... truly the City of Lights! Patrick took us to one of the oldest restaurants in Paris and we ended up at the Eiffel Tower to have some wine and a toast with new friends. Email him at rick@ricksteves.com and follow his blog on Facebook . My first Rick Steves tour. She did an excellent job telling the story of the museum and the creation of the art displayed!". This was our first Rick Steves tour; wish we had taken Rick Steves tours before. "My favorite moment was the surprise of fireworks at the Eiffel Tower the first night we were in Paris. We loved walking Paris and had many opportunities to do that. Just the right mix of group activity and free time. "No particular wow moment. We love Paris and the people there, primarily because of our tour guide, Marie. So special.". I thoroughly enjoyed the walking tour of Paris. As always, great mix of planned events and on-your-own time. Every moment seemed filled with the excitement of "taking in" the grandness of Paris. They were very knowledgeable, and fun. Julie was an excellent guide !! But, ultimately, my biggest wow moment was our Rick Steves Tour Guide. I enjoyed this tour thoroughly. Although it was beautiful, the color reminded me of the fire a few months before. In less than a week, we had a taste of almost every part of Paris and became comfortable with getting around the City. Bus: 2 hours. For our first visit to France we decided on a tour, and this one worked out well. She talked us through each step and our headsets were great - no shouting. She didn't just show us around, she taught us how to get along on our own. Julie was fantastic, she was knowledgeable, kind, seeked to established conection with the group and challenged us to experience Paris by staying in contact with the local people, using public transportation, explaining why Parisians do certain things in a certain way. It's an essential part of the Rick Steves tour experience. The guides are brilliant, the accommodations well appointed and the dinners delectable. What a night !". Seven days of history is a lot of history and a day of something different would be a nice break. She is endearing and genuine. It would make a true believer out of the darkest skeptic. Loved learning how to navigate Paris on our own. I loved how she tried her best to get us as close to Notre Dame as possible. Then she opened a box of multi-colored macaroons for our group to share as we shared memories of our week in Paris - WOW!". "Having my husband kiss me under the Eiffel Tower! This is our sixth tour with Rick Steves, and for me this was the best. It was too much information. Seeing the Eiffel Tower from the hotel window. Sleep in Paris. Our tour director, Rebecca was the best guide ever....she knows so much about France, taught us some basic French, gave us plenty of time to explore each site we visited, held an informative optional "wine tasting" event, taught us how to use the Metro...and buses, and trains...so well that we were able to continue to explore France on our own. The Pre tour package and information that they provided was thoughtful and complete. Paris is "wow." Much appreciated. We learned so much more about French history, art, culture, architecture, and we saw so much more of the sights than we would have on our own. "My favorite "wow" moment was the light show of the Eiffel Tower at night. She was able to keep everyone on time and together, even with some at different physical capabilities. "Enjoying the Eiffel Tower at night. Everyone 'sees' art differently based on their art appreciation, knowledge, background, etc. It was such a great benefit to have our hotel, tourist sites and museums visits arranged for us. "so many people hawking wares at the EIffel Tower". but our first night watching fireworks over the Eiffel Tower on Bastille day was amazing. She kept us on schedule and delivered an exceptional experience around the city of Paris. Two paintings that I don't think I'd seen and that really grabbed me were "The Floor Scrapers," by Caillebotte and L'Enfant au chat, painting of a girl with a cat by Manet.". 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