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Day 1
Arrive Paris
Day 1
Arrive Paris
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Arrival in Paris Airport & Transfer by Taxi
Upon arrival at one of Paris's Charles de Gaulle or Orly Airports, it's fairly easy to catch a taxi from outside the main terminal building to your hotel. This is cheaper than a pre-arranged private transfer, although that option is also available if you wish - just ask your consultant. Parisien taxi drivers are generally reliable and honest, but we will provide you with instructions on how to avoid possible scammers and charlatans. If you want to save money, and often quite a lot of time as well, we will also give you alternative instructions on taking public transport into the city center. Details are contained in the full itinerary and mobile app available to our travelers. If on the other hand, you are arriving at Paris's third airport, Beauvais Airport (BVA), then you should always take the shuttle bus. The taxi fare might cost more than the flight - it's nearly 50 miles (75km) outside the city.
Day 1
Arrive Paris
Day 1
Arrive Paris
To Be Determined:
Airport Taxi Pick-Up
Mid-Day/Afternoon:
Tuileries Gardens & Nearby Museums
Late Afternoon:
Arc de Triomphe
Day 2
Paris
Day 2
Paris
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Private Guided Walking Tour of the Center of Paris
Embark on a captivating 4-hour walking tour of the center of Paris, the City of Lights, where history and modernity blend seamlessly along its enchanting streets. Starting from your accommodation, you will explore the heart of this dynamic city and learn how to navigate Paris as a local.
Day 2
Paris
Day 3
Paris
Day 3
Paris
9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Monet in Giverny Privately Guided Excursion
With a private guide, Giverny, the long-time residence of the artist Claude Monet, reveals it genius loci, and its attraction to this 'Father of Impressionism'. Filled with life, color, and artworks, Monet's house is a special experience; moreso, the gardens at Giverny are truly sumptuous. Lovers of Monet's paintings will quickly recognize the bridge and pond that inspired Monet's Water Lilies series, some of the most beautiful and famous paintings of all time. This excursion takes half a day and includes a pick up and drop off from your hotel in Paris with a fully-licensed guide.
Day 3
Paris
Day 4
Paris to Heidelberg
Day 4
Paris to Heidelberg
Early Morning to Afternoon
Grand & Grand Gardeners, Visiting the Palace of Versailles
The Château of Versailles, a symbol of the grandeur of French monarchy, invites visitors to explore its lavish history and architectural majesty. From the spellbinding elegance of the Hall of Mirrors, where the Treaty of Versailles was signed, to the vast, meticulously manicured Gardens the pinnacle of French garden design, every corner tells a story of opulence and power. Discover the intimate escapes of royalty at the Grand and Petit Trianon, and marvel at the divine beauty of the Royal Chapel, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture.
Day 4
Paris to Heidelberg
Day 5
Heidelberg
Day 5
Heidelberg
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Guided Walking Tour of the Heidelberg's Altstadt and Castle
On this 4 hour tour, your guide will show you the highlights of Heidelberg and help you understand what makes this city so unique. Sites visited will include the Heidelberg University, the Old Bridge, Altstadt, Town Hall and Heidelberg Castle.
Day 5
Heidelberg
Day 6
Heidelberg
Day 6
Heidelberg
9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Guided Excursion to the Black Forest
With over 6,000 square kilometres of rolling hills, magnificent mountains, and pristine old forests, the Black Forest (Schwarzwald in German) is truly a national treasure. Outdoors enthusiasts travelling to Heidelberg are not to miss out on a visit to this incredible region filled with some of Europe’s best hiking and mountain views.
Day 6
Heidelberg
Day 7
Heidelberg to Berlin
Day 7
Heidelberg to Berlin
8:10 AM
Transfer to Station by Taxi or Public Transport
Most trains depart from Heidelberg Hbf station, the largest station in the city. Before spending money on a transfer, be sure to check whether your hotel is within easy walking distance. Also consider that public transport is the cheapest and sometimes fastest option, and the local tram network stops directly in front of the station. If staying at a hotel, they can order a reliable taxi. Some private transfers will even help with your bags. Uber is not yet available in Heidelberg.
Day 7
Heidelberg to Berlin
Day 8
Berlin
Day 8
Berlin
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Highlights of Berlin Guided Walking Tour
On this 3 hour tour, your guide will show you the highlights of Berlin and help you understand what makes this city so unique. Sites visited will include the boulevard Unter den Linden, the Gendarmenmarkt, Check Point Charlie, remnants of the Berlin Wall, Potsdamer Platz, the Holocaust Memorial, the Brandenburg Gate, and the Reichstag.
Day 8
Berlin
Day 9
Berlin
Day 9
Berlin
Morning to Early Evening
Excursion to Potsdam
For most visitors, Potsdam means Sanssouci, Frederick the Great's palace and his majestically landscaped park of architectural treasures that once competed with Berlin as the grand Prussian capital. But there is much more to Potsdam than just Sanssouci. From taking a cruise through pristine lakes, exploring the charming city center, or wandering the numerous tranquil parks studded with fantastical palaces, visitors will be hard pressed to fit a visit to Potsdam into just one day. In fact many choose to rent a bike to fit more in, as well they should, as Potsdam is the perfect place to discover on a bicycle.
Day 9
Berlin
Day 10
Depart Berlin
Day 10
Depart Berlin
To Be Determined
Transfer to Berlin Airport by Taxi or Train
The most affordable and fast way to reach Berlin Brandenburg airport is by train. The Airport Express train takes only 30 minutes and leaves directly from the main station in central Berlin (Berlin Hbf). Regional and S-Bahn trains also depart from other locations in Berlin. Berlin taxis are generally reliable and honest, so you may wish to take a taxi or Uber, although this is more expensive than the train and puts you at the mercy of traffic. You can also arrange a private transfer. If you are picked up about 3 hours before your departure time, you should arrive at the airport with about two hours to spare, depending on traffic. If you are leaving during rush hour, you may want to budget an extra fifteen to thirty minutes.
Day 10
Depart Berlin
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