Your Paris, Your Way: Private Panoramic Sightseeing Tour
About this activity
Experience the City of Light like never before with a private full-day panoramic sightseeing tour. Discover iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and breathtaking views as your expert guide reveals the history & culture of Paris, all personalized just for you.
Highlights
- Customizable full-day private Paris sightseeing tour
- See Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe & Champs-Élysées
- Explore Place de la Concorde and Place des Vosges
- Guided commentary on art, history, and culture
- Scenic panoramic drives with photo stops
Full description
Discover the capital’s landmarks and historic neighborhoods on a private Paris sightseeing tour with hotel pickup and return. Travel in a luxurious, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan with a licensed driver-guide who tailors the itinerary to your interests. See the Opéra Garnier, Louvre exterior, Notre-Dame, and the Seine before exploring Le Marais and Place des Vosges on foot.
Continue through the Latin Quarter and Saint-Germain-des-Prés, with a restaurant or bistro lunch break at your own expense. Drive along the Champs-Élysées, see the Arc de Triomphe, and stop for photographs at the Eiffel Tower. Finish in Montmartre with a guided walk through Place du Tertre and an interior visit to Sacré-Cœur Basilica before returning to your hotel.
Hotel Pickup, Opéra Garnier, and the Historic Seine
Your private Paris Discovery Tour begins at your hotel, where your licensed driver-guide welcomes you aboard a luxurious, air-conditioned Mercedes minivan. Following an introduction to Parisian architecture, discover the Opéra Garnier, Place Vendôme, and Palais Royal before viewing the Louvre from outside. Continue along the Seine past the Conciergerie, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Hôtel de Ville, and Île Saint-Louis, tracing the city’s royal, civic, and architectural heritage.
Le Marais and Place des Vosges
Leave the panoramic route for a short guided walk through Le Marais, a lively district associated with Paris’s Jewish and LGBT communities. Follow Rue des Francs-Bourgeois past 16th- and 17th-century mansions toward Place des Vosges, a historic royal square. This walking discovery offers a closer look at the neighborhood’s architecture and a different perspective from the city’s grand avenues.
Latin Quarter, Saint-Germain-des-Prés, and a Bistro Lunch
Cross to the Left Bank to discover the Latin Quarter, home to the Sorbonne and the Panthéon. Continue past the Luxembourg Garden and the Church of Saint-Sulpice toward Saint-Germain-des-Prés, associated with jazz musicians, writers, and painters. Pause for lunch at a typical French restaurant or bistro selected by your guide to suit your expectations; the meal is not included in the tour price.
Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, and Eiffel Tower
After lunch, follow the Seine past the French Institute and the Musée d’Orsay, viewed from outside, before reaching Place de la Concorde. Continue along the Champs-Élysées, taking in the Grand Palais, the exterior of Les Invalides, and the Arc de Triomphe along the route. A photo stop at the Eiffel Tower gives you time to capture the landmark.
Montmartre, Sacré-Cœur, and Return to Your Hotel
Conclude your discovery in Montmartre, a neighborhood associated with artists including Renoir, Picasso, Toulouse-Lautrec, and Van Gogh. Enjoy a short guided walk through Place du Tertre before reaching the white Sacré-Cœur Basilica for an interior visit. Your driver-guide then takes you back to your hotel, completing a personalized exploration of Paris’s landmarks and historic neighborhoods.
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Paris
- English-speaking licensed driver/guide
- Transport in premium air-conditioned vehicle
- Full-day customized Paris itinerary
- Meals and drinks (lunch)
- Personal travel insurance, expenses
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
Itinerary
Pickup at Your Paris Accommodation
Begin your private Paris tour with pickup at your accommodation. Meet your English-speaking licensed guide and set out by chauffeured vehicle for a full-day discovery of Paris’s major landmarks, historic districts, and scenic perspectives.
Opéra Garnier, Place Vendôme, and the Louvre
Start your panoramic discovery at the Opéra Garnier, then continue past Place Vendôme and the Palais Royal. See the Louvre from the outside as your guide introduces the landmarks along the route.
Important information
Know before you book
- This is a private full-day sightseeing tour of Paris.
- The itinerary may be tailored to your interests.
- The tour combines panoramic driving with guided walking stops.
- Eiffel Tower viewing is from the exterior only.
- The route includes historic districts, squares, avenues, and river views.
Know before you go
- Be ready for pickup at your Paris accommodation.
- Wear comfortable shoes for walks in Le Marais and Montmartre.
- Expect varied surfaces in historic streets and public squares.
- Plan for a lunch break during the day.
- Share your interests with your guide to personalize the itinerary.
Cancellation policy
Ophorus requires full payment to guarantee your booking. We accept payment by credit cards (Visa, Master card, American Express) or bank transfer (Wire transfer fees at the charge of the Guest). There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments except with American Express +3%. For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund: Up to 22 days prior to departure > full refund except for all the non‐refundable tickets required for bookings* 21 days prior to departure and less > no refund * Cancellations fees for non‐refundable tickets - Museums or Attractions (Louvre, Orsay, Rodin, Sainte Chapelle, Conciergerie, Mont Saint-Michel Abbey …): 25 euros/person - Giverny Monet House: 25 euros/person - Loire Valley Castles: 75 euros/person - Château de Versailles: 60 euros/person - Champagne tastings : 120 euros/person - Eiffel Tower with access to the 2nd floor: 40 euros/person - Eiffel Tower with access to the 3rd floor: 55 euros/person
Reviews
Wonderful tour! Mostly small family owned wineries, which was great. Thierry had a perfect blend of wine/vineyard knowledge, history, personal stories, and humor. Highly recommend!
I had a fantastic tour of Carcassonne with Sonia. The city is beautiful, and the tour as well as the drive to and from was friendly, chatty, and incredibly interesting. Thank you Sonia!
Helene made the tour fun and amusing. Great guide.
Additional information
This tour suits first-time visitors seeking an introduction to Paris, history and architecture enthusiasts, and travelers who enjoy combining panoramic sightseeing with short guided walks. The personalized itinerary appeals to guests who value private touring, while Le Marais, the Left Bank, and Montmartre offer insight into the city’s cultural and artistic heritage. It also suits photography enthusiasts drawn to Paris’s landmarks, with a dedicated photo stop at the Eiffel Tower.