A Birthday in Paris

Paris | Mid-November | Self-Booked Accommodations

If you need any urgent assistance while you are traveling, or if you would like to make any changes, reservations or cancellations during your time in Paris you can contact the following who will be your local contacts during your trip:

Paris

• Local Name: Exclusive & Private
  
• Local Contact Number: +33 171 755 946
  
• Owner (Exclusive & Private): +33 6 13 39 16 50 (will be provided)

You can also reach out to us on the Scenset app and we will be happy to help.

Important: If something needs immediate assistance, your local contact is the best person to call first as they are in the same time zone.

Gratuities, while extremely welcome and much appreciated, are considered a “bonus” and should reflect the level of service.

If you are happy with the service you have enjoyed and would like to show your gratitude to the people who have helped make it a very special experience for you, here below you can find the amounts we recommend for Tour Guides, Drivers and other special services:

• Tour Guide Half Day - -
  
• Tour Guide Full Day - -
  
• Transfer (Driver) -
  
• Driver Half Day - -
  
• Driver Full Day - -
  
• Housekeeping staff - /day
  
• Hotel Porter - per bag (unless part of a group where occasionally this is paid in advance)
  
• Taxi – Round up to the nearest for a short trip and to the nearest 10 for a longer trip

In regard to restaurants, usually a service charge will be added to your bill and therefore there is no expectation to tip. Usually the service charge will be clearly labeled at the bottom of your bill. If not included, then usually a 10% tip is expected.

If the service is included and the meal and service exceeded your expectations, you can round the bill up to the nearest 10 .

The above amounts are to be considered per service and not per person.

Self-Booked Accommodations

Address: 347 rue St Martin 75003 Paris

Bakeries

• Boulangerie Poilâne: In 1923, the original Poilâne bakery opened its doors and has been known for their traditional country bread ever since. Nowadays, their miche bread, a sourdough wheel known as pain de campagne or country bread, is stocked in various establishments such as supermarkets, specialty stores, and restaurants, making up approximately 3% of all bread sales in Paris as of 2012. Apart from their signature loaf, the bakery also offers a selection of delightful breakfast pastries, specialty breads, and exquisite croissants.
  
• La Maison d’Isabelle: It is here that the all-butter croissants won the top prize for the best croissants in Paris and the surrounding region in 2018.
  
• Pâtisserie Blé Sucré: This bakery is renowned for its perfectly flaky and buttery croissants that are freshly baked every morning.
  
• Maison Georges Larnicol: A patisserie that has been around since 1993, known for its decadent pastries and croissants.
  
• Maison Mulot: A pastry shop that has been a fixture in the St. Germain neighborhood for over 30 years, famous for their delicate and crispy croissants.

Wine/Cocktail Bars

• Early June: An in-the-know wine bar for locals featuring traveling chefs
  
• Freddy's: Boasting one of the city's best selections of wine by the glass paired with delicious tapas
  
• Septime La Cave: Located just around the corner from one of the best contemporary French restaurants in Paris, this is hip younger sibling
  
• Frenchie Bar à Vins: If you want a taste of Gregory Marchand’s cooking without the challenge of scoring a reservation at Frenchie, this sister wine bar is a great option... although it can get a little chaotic, cramped, and loud here!
  
• Bar Hemingway: A nod to a bygone era when the space at the Ritz Paris served as the watering hole of a certain American writer, with leather armchairs, sepia photos & a honed cocktail menu

Quick Bites

• Breizh Café: For some of the best crêpes, go to one of the few locations around Paris. Traditionalists love the a complète (ham, cheese, egg), while more adventurous eaters can look to the daily and seasonal specials such as sea scallops and smoked duck breast. Dessert crêpes offer a few Japanese touches like ginger and yuzu alongside classic constructions with apples and ice cream
  
• Le Petit Vendôme: If you're looking for a quick and classic franch baguette sandwich, rub elbows with local businessmen on lunch breaks at this colorful and unpretentious bistro whipping up regional classics, sandwiches & daily specials
  
• Chez Alain Maim Maim: A no-frills sandwich shop offers simple, yet savory bites with upmarket ingredients. Don't be surprised if there's a wait!

At this time, the rest of the family has a dinner reservation for 9 people at Aux Lyonnais. There is a cancellation fee if cancelled less than 24 hours prior.

Address: 32 Rue Saint-Marc, 75002 Paris, France

Aux Lyonnais is a short drive or walk from your accommodations.

Booked independently

This afternoon, meet your driver at your Airbnb and head off to your first appointment where you will meet your expert shopping assistant and designer. They will take care of all your appointments, advise you and prepare an exclusive fashion experience tailored to your wishes and tastes.

Late morning - 31 Rue Cambon, 75001 Paris
Chanel Flagship Store
Content: French luxury house.

Early afternoon - 233 Rue Saint-Honoré, 75001 Paris
Goyard Flagship Store
Content: French luxury house.

Midday - 1 Rue d'Alger, 75001 Paris
Molli
Content: French knitwear brand.

Midday - 24 Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré, 75008 Paris
Hermès Flagship
Content: French luxury house.

Early afternoon - 30 Av. Montaigne, 75008 Paris
Dior Flagship Store
Content: French luxury house.

Early afternoon - End of program

Your expert shopping assistant will be at your disposal for up to 4 hours, but you are of course free to end the tour before. A call with the travel agent and the client will also be organized with the expert designer for an introduction and to cover the client’s needs and wishes.

Meeting Point: Hotel lobby
Meeting Time: Late morning
Duration: approx. 4 hours
Stylist Guide: will be provided
Driver: will be provided

Please bring your physical passport for tax refund purposes.

This has been priced out for 6 participants.

Booked by scenset

An individual who is both a curator and designer will guide you. This person is an international Parisian, born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. They are a fashion expert and have worked at prestigious luxury houses in Paris. Shoe shops, art stores, and boutiques are among their favorite places.

This individual will take you to exquisite shops in Paris, unique artisan workshops, and picturesque locations. Their goal is to create unconventional and memorable experiences in Paris.

You will enjoy a very exclusive visit of the Louvre with one of the most prominent supervisors of the museum. Arrive through the Pyramid, an entrance normally closed to the public, and discover the hidden secrets within the walls of the Louvre.

The supervisor will then take you through the exhibition rooms to see the Louvre masterpieces, with works by acclaimed artists like Da Vinci, Ingres and Delacroix, while telling you all about the daily workings that occur behind the scenes. End your tour by leaving through the private exit, reserved exclusively for directors of the Louvre.

Meeting Time: Afternoon
Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours
Your Guide: will be provided

This has been priced out for 11 participants (8 adults and 3 children).

Booked by scenset

Self-Booked Accommodations

Address: 347 rue St Martin 75003 Paris

Enjoy your lunch cruise on the River Seine!

Time: Lunchtime - Afternoon

Booked Independently

Enjoy a special birthday dinner at Café Lapérouse. Your reservation is for the evening and has been made for 11 people. A set menu will be served.

Address: 2 Place Concorde, 75008 Paris

A pre-payment has been taken by credit card. The restaurant is about a 25-minute drive from your accommodations.

Booked by scenset

Self-Booked Accommodations

Address: 347 rue St Martin 75003 Paris

In central Paris, come into this (cheesy) world and meet friendly and passionate cheese and wine experts. Put your hands into the curd and learn the art of cheese making. For those who are eager to taste straight away the aged and well ripened artisanal cheeses, there you are! The 17th century cellar and alpine style chalet are waiting for you. This unique place, located in the heart of Paris, is a showcase of the cheese ‘knowhow’.

The cheesemaker will comment on each cheese during the tasting, and will then take you to the maturing cellar. You will then enjoy a tasting of 9 cheeses and 5 wines.

Meeting Time: Afternoon
Duration: approx. 2 hours
Address: 41 rue du Faubourg du Temple, 75010 Paris
Contact: +33 1 48 03 98 18

No transportation has been arranged to the venue. Please arrive to the address in time for your tasting.

This has been priced out for 11 participants (8 adults and 3 children). The children will be provided with apple juice.

Booked by a participant

Self-Booked Accommodations

Address: 347 rue St Martin 75003 Paris

Head off on a unique 4-hour market tour, cooking class and lunch with a chef for an extraordinary culinary experience in Paris to unravel the mystery of French cuisine in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. You will first start with a trip to the market to purchase the ingredients, cook a French meal and savor a memorable lunch in a private Parisian apartment. You will learn to cook a complete and very typically French meal with starter, main course and dessert.

The chef will teach you recipes and share with you his culinary techniques and tips that will make all the difference when you return home. Once the meal is ready, savor the delicious result of your labour, together with your chef.

Meeting Time: Morning
Meeting Point: Corner of 23 rue des Moines and 95 rue Lemercier in the 17th Arrondissement
Your Guide: will be provided

No transportation has been arranged to the meeting point. Please arrive to the address in time for your tour.

This has been priced out for 6 participants.

Booked by scenset

This afternoon, enjoy afternoon tea at the Ritz Paris's Bar Vendome for eleven people. You will be split into two groups - one table of five and one table of six.

The Ritz Paris is a 21-minute drive from your accommodations.

A deposit has been paid to confirm this reservation. In case of cancellation, the deposit is refundable up to 72 hours prior to the date of the reservation. After that time, the deposit would be kept as a cancellation fee.

Booked independently

Self-Booked Accommodations

Address: 347 rue St Martin 75003 Paris

Scenset invests in making the world a better place. Scenset will offset the fuel you will use during the trip. On top of that, we will offset an extra 10% to make your trip a carbon-positive experience.

Currently, we support Gold Standard Climate+ Projects from the Gold Standard Foundation.

We are currently not holding any reservations at the hotels listed above. Availability can only be confirmed upon receipt of payment.