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Ellen took us out for a full day of sites in Paris, with interesting stories included. She signed us up for several timed venues and organized a wonderful day.
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Private tour in Paris Ellen L
Highlights of Paris in Half a Day
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4 hours
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Private tour for 1-6 people
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Ellen L.
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Hi there ! I am a friendly Franco-American who has lived in Paris for 30+ years. I know the best secrets of the city - where to eat, shop, visit. Stroll with me on my unique Paris tours & discover the hidden Paris. I am a trained historian with a Masters in Medieval History. Through my commented walks you will learn about the city's rich history. My tours are thoroughly researched, documented & scripted to ensure accuracy & interest, using illustrations, photos & video material. Paris is a great city to visit, but most of the tourists who come to Paris end up visiting the same monuments & attractions. Come walk with me & experience the real Paris, the city beyond the monuments. I will show you the hidden Paris, the places you won't find online or in the guide books. The secret side of a city where people live, shop, work, eat. . . a city that is 2000 years old ! Let me be your personal tour guide & discover the authentic Paris !! Master's Degree (MA) in Medieval History I am not a licensed guide. I am not a driver. I can arrange for taxis or Ubers for those who require transportation.
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See the monuments with a private car & driver
Overview of your Paris tour
On this tour you will see the greatest monuments of Paris from the comfort of an air-conditioned car or minivan. In just half a day you will see the the city's best & most famous highlights, and perhaps enjoy a stroll along the picturesque cobblestoned alleys of Montmartre, the most charming in Paris. This is the ideal tour for people who have a limited time in Paris but want to see the city in just a few hours, while avoiding the crowds of tourists. Your private personalized tour includes live commentary from a trained historian relating the rich history of the city and its monuments. We will stop for photos at the key locations, allowing you to create a memorable record of your Paris tour. And your tour guide will be happy to take photos of you & your family/friends in front of the monuments, so you can leave the selfie stick at home ! We offer options for after the tour : - Montmartre - stroll the city's most picturesque area - lunch in a unique restaurant - visit the Eiffel Tower - visit the Louvre
Recent Reviews
Sue E.United States
Our Paris tour by Ellen Leventer was delightful. With my numerous emails Ellen was always prompt and helpful. She takes her tour business seriously and is a master in English and French as well as French history. Elllen hired a very competent driver, and was able to give us a great overview of the highlights and extra delights of Paris. That was pretty amazing seeing we only had 3 hours to spend in Paris from our cruise. She tailored the tour to our preferences. I would highly recommend Ellen to my traveling friends. Sue E. Denver , Colorado
Michelle A.United States
We really enjoyed our city highliights tour with Ellen. She is a fantastic guide. Her knowledge is unmatched. She went out of her way to ensure we saw the main highlights even with the Olympics going on and many restrictions in place. Thank you Ellen we thourougly enjoyed! I highly recommend her.
Your Paris tour itinerary
9am/1pm We pick you up at your hotel in an air-conditioned car or minivan and begin the tour after a brief introduction to the history of Paris 9:30-12:30/1:30-4:30 We will visit the city through a tour of its monuments (the order may vary depending on where we pick you up) - Eiffel Tower & Trocadero - Arc de Triomphe - Champs-Elysées - Place de la Concorde & Tuileries Gardens - Louvre (pyramid) - Opera Garnier - Conciergerie & Cathedral of Notre Dame - Pantheon - Les Invalides 1pm/5pm Drop off in the location of your choosing We offer several additional options : - enjoy a 1 hour stroll through Montmartre - lunch after the tour (we will book your table at an insider address : rooftop terraces with views, bucolic gardens, even one on an island for an escapade. - visit the Eiffel Tower after the tour - this option requires at least 3 WEEKS ADVANCE NOTICE (price will depend on the tickets) - book a 1. 5 hour tour of the Louvre
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Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Minivan
Transportation will be provided via a private car or minivan with your personal driver. Depending on the conditions linked to the Olympics, some of the locations might be accessible only by foot.
What's included
Other: The tour options are in addition to the basic price
Private Guide
Private Transportation
What's not included
Other: Personal expenses. If one of the options is added, the price will change accordingly.
We also offer a full day tour lasting 8hrs (€1500 for up to 6 passengers). This option includes an extended list of monuments as well as Montmartre, where we will enjoy lunch in a picturesque bistro (cost of meal not included).
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Meeting location
Paris, Île-de-France, France
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: We will pick you up at your hotel, or a location of your choosing
- You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
Architecture
Art And Culture
History
City Highlights
Tour reference number
1188555
Languages
English
FrenchActivity level
Moderate
Accessibility
Kid Friendly
Traveller reviews
5.0
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This private tour in Paris is ideal for travellers who have limited time but want to see the city's most famous highlights in just a few hours. It's perfect for those who prefer to avoid the crowds and enjoy a personalized experience with live commentary from a trained historian. The tour is also suitable for families, as it is kid-friendly.
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