I'd like to know pickup at airport and what time i will be in airport?

This tour does not offer arrival transfer from the airport to the hotel. Travellers meet at London Royal National Hotel courtyard, followed by ferry crossing from Dover to Calais. Arrival at Paris hotel early evening. Due to restrictions imposed by the French authorities travellers cannot join a trip in Calais. Travellers are still asked to meet in the courtyard of the Royal National Hotel where they will find a Contiki staff member or their Contiki Trip Manager at the designated time. Please refer to trip documentation for the trip specific meeting and departure time. Travellers are advised to be at the courtyard 30 minutes prior to departure time.

What time does the tour start and end?

The tour starts with an early morning departure for the first day, usually around 7am, however the exact time will be confirmed in your final documents. For the last day, the arrival time back to London would be in the afternoon, around 5pm or 6pm at night, however the tour operator strongly advises against booking flights on that day in case of delays.

What is the accomodation set up for solo travellers?

This tour price is based on twin-share, meaning you will get matched up with another traveller at no additional cost. If you'd prefer a room to yourself we can reach out to Contiki to see the cost of the single supplement.

Paris for Christmas

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Operator: Contiki
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 8 - 50
Ages 18-35

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Itinerary

Day 1
London to Paris
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (French dinner in the Latin Quarter)
Accommodation
Hotel (Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Visit White Cliffs of Dover
- Historical talk on World War I battlefields in Valley of the Somme and Vimy Ridge
Optional Activities
- Climb Montparnasse Tower to 56th floor for views of Paris
- Fragrance workshop at a Parisian perfume house
- Sightseeing tour of Paris landmarks including Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées, and Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Moulin Rouge Cabaret (€97)
- Cabaret show and glass of champagne (€81.00)
Landmarks
White Cliffs of Dover
Valley of the Somme
Vimy Ridge
Eiffel Tower
Arc de Triomphe
Louvre
Champs-Élysées
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Montparnasse Tower
Day 2
Paris
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Traditional French dinner in Montmartre featuring escargot and boeuf bourguignon)
Accommodation
Hotel (Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Climb Montparnasse Tower to 56th floor
- View Eiffel Tower
- Wine and cheese tasting
Optional Activities
- Shopping in Paris
- Visit museums
Landmarks
Montparnasse Tower
Eiffel Tower
Montmartre
Day 3
Paris
Meals
Breakfast
Accommodation
Hotel (Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar))
Included Activities
- Tour iconic Paris landmarks including Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées, and Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Guided tour of Fragonard Perfumery
Optional Activities
- Visit Paris museums
- People watching
- Shopping in le Marais district
- Moulin Rouge Cabaret show and champagne (€97.00)
- Cabaret show and glass of champagne (€81.00)
- Dinner at local restaurant with cobbled streets and harmonica music
Landmarks
Eiffel Tower
Arc de Triomphe
Louvre
Champs-Élysées
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Fragonard Perfumery
le Marais
Moulin Rouge
Day 4
Paris to London
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
White Cliffs of Dover
Valley of the Somme
Vimy Ridge
Eiffel Tower
Arc de Triomphe
Louvre
Champs-Élysées
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Montparnasse Tower

Landmarks
Montparnasse Tower
Eiffel Tower
Montmartre

Landmarks
Eiffel Tower
Arc de Triomphe
Louvre
Champs-Élysées
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Fragonard Perfumery
le Marais
Moulin Rouge

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Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar)
Hotel
Days 1, 2, 3

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Number of tours

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Age Range

18 to 35 years old

Response time

8 hours

Response rate

84%

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Asked on September 10th, 2025
I'd like to know pickup at airport and what time i will be in airport?
Flights / Transfers
- ContikiOperator•Written September 2025
  This tour does not offer arrival transfer from the airport to the hotel. Travellers meet at London Royal National Hotel courtyard, followed by ferry crossing from Dover to Calais. Arrival at Paris hotel early evening. Due to restrictions imposed by the French authorities travellers cannot join a trip in Calais. Travellers are still asked to meet in the courtyard of the Royal National Hotel where they will find a Contiki staff member or their Contiki Trip Manager at the designated time. Please refer to trip documentation for the trip specific meeting and departure time. Travellers are advised to be at the courtyard 30 minutes prior to departure time.
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Ken
Asked on November 1st, 2016
What time does the tour start and end?
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- ContikiOperator•Written November 2016
  The tour starts with an early morning departure for the first day, usually around 7am, however the exact time will be confirmed in your final documents. For the last day, the arrival time back to London would be in the afternoon, around 5pm or 6pm at night, however the tour operator strongly advises against booking flights on that day in case of delays.
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Jacqueline
Asked on October 1st, 2016
What is the accomodation set up for solo travellers?
Accommodation
- ContikiOperator•Written October 2016
  This tour price is based on twin-share, meaning you will get matched up with another traveller at no additional cost. If you'd prefer a room to yourself we can reach out to Contiki to see the cost of the single supplement.

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US $660 per person

Price based on Cheapest Room

Price based on Shared Room

Price based on Private Single Room

Price based on Private Double Room

Select Date

1 Adult2 Adults, 1 Child2 Children

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- For any tour departing before June 14th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after June 14th, 2026, a minimum payment of $200 is required to confirm your booking with Contiki. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 65 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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