Your Family Trip To Paris
They say that France’s allure comes from its je ne sais quoi, but there’s a reason that it’s the most visited country in the world. The quoi, as it happens, is the unceasing power to surprise you. You could spend a lifetime in France and discover something new with every stroll: charming villages reside in the mountains, countryside, and by the sea. France was practically designed to celebrate La joie de vivre and Paris is, of course, the crown jewel.
December 27th - January 4th | 8 nights
In December, Paris is chilly and festive, with winter temperatures averaging between 40°F and 48°F. Overcast skies with occasional showers are to be expected. Snow is rare but not impossible, adding to the city’s charm when it occurs. Days are short, with about 8 hours of daylight, so evenings come early, perfect for enjoying holiday lights and seasonal decorations around the city. Dressing warmly with layers, a coat, scarf, and umbrella is essential for exploring Paris comfortably in December.
U.S. passport holders do not need a visa for short stays (less than 90 days within a 180-day period) in France.
These guidelines are for reference only. Scenset holds no responsibility for travel restrictions. Travelers are responsible for ensuring the right documentation to travel.
We have put together this Destination Guide for you, full of unique insights and ways to get excited before you travel, such as:
- Spotify playlists
- Movies to watch
- Books to read
- Dishes to try
- Helpful phrases
- Packing guide
- Tipping guides
Plus more!
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Welcome to Paris! Be met at the door of your plane by your VIP representative who will escort you through the airport and through customs. He will then assist you at the baggage claim and bring you to meet your private driver - creating a seamless arrival experience.
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Meet your driver in the arrivals area of CDG, after clearing customs. Upon meeting your driver, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Paris.
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The rest of the evening has been left for you to relax.
- Suite: Historic Suite
- This suite features 2 bedrooms and beautiful city views.
- Breakfast Included
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Why we love it for you: Nestled in the heart of Paris's chic Faubourg Saint-Germain district, Pavillon Faubourg Saint-Germain exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. This boutique hotel seamlessly blends historic charm with modern luxury, offering discerning travelers a refined sanctuary amidst the city's cultural and fashion-forward ambiance.
In the morning, meet your private guide and driver at your hotel and begin your orientation tour to discover the different facets of the city!
Led by your private guide, you will make frequent stops, get acquainted with the city and soak in the special personality of each district. This tour is flexible based on your interests, and you may explore a particular neighborhood, or simply enjoy an overview.
We suggest driving across the Seine to admire the D'Orsay museum and the golden dome of the Invalides, or along the iconic Champs Elysees avenue. Your driver could then take you past the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe as you head to the authentic district of Montmartre.
End in Montmartre for a stop at the Sacre Coeur Basilica, from where you can enjoy a beautiful view over Paris. Walk through the narrow cobbled streets of this lovely village, which attracted many artists through the 19th and early 20th centuries, and still now exudes a unique bohemian atmosphere.
After your tour, remain in Montmartre to enjoy lunch at Le Sancerre for a break.
Inclusions:
- Private Guide (4hrs) & Private Driver at disposal (6hrs)
- Lunch excluded, to be paid directly
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Enjoy lunch at Le Sancerre, a premier French cafe in the heart of Paris.
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Join your driver no later than the early afternoon for a transfer to your VIP Experience.
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In the afternoon, meet your driver for transfer to the Eiffel Tower.
Upon arrival, meet your private representative. You will be escorted through the crowd to avoid the lines and discover the Eiffel Tower from the inside.
Learn about the history of the Eiffel Tower with an exclusive visit to the basement to explore the old machinery from the build along with the machinery of the present-day elevators. Learn of its construction in a way the public never sees!
Soak in the breathtakingly unique views of Paris from every floor – while avoiding the crowded elevators. Walk the glass floor of the 1st floor, venture to the 2nd Floor, and experience the incredible ascent to the top Summit (3rd Floor) with priority access to the elevator. This skip-the-line access is truly unparalleled with your representative from the Eiffel Tower itself.
- Duration: Approx 2 hours
Note: We are working on securing a dinner reservation at the Eiffel Tower restaurant after your tour.
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Visit a typical French bakery for a private class. Your host has received several awards for his baguettes and croissants - amongst the very best in Paris! He will teach you how to make traditional viennoiseries, pain au chocolat, pain au raisin and croissant. You will take your treats with you when you leave (for snacking later on) and you will learn why these specialties never taste the same back home.
- Duration: 3hrs
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Welcome to a world dedicated to Impressionism. Enter the splendid gallery of the Orangerie and go for a color hunt to discover the secret of Monet’s famous Waterlilies. Following the details drawn in your booklets, go from painting to painting all along the museum. Every work of art has a secret color for you to discover. Renoir, Picasso, Cézanne… play with all masters of Impressionism, observe, and tame colors. At the end of the visit, get to the surprising Waterlilies room and receive a big magical puzzle for you to build with the colors you collected.
Workbooks, drawing material and pencils included. Treasure and souvenirs included for the children.
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This morning meet your driver and your guide at your hotel and you will head out for a full day tour of the Palace of Versailles. This is a drive of approximately 1hr.
Your expert, private guide will begin to give an introduction to Versailles in the car while en route!
Originally constructed as a hunting lodge in 1623, it was eventually replaced by a small château that eventually grew into the palace as we know it today. It quickly became the favorite royal residence and in 1682, the monarch moved the seat of his court and government to Versailles, making the palace the de facto capital of France.
Walk through the front doors into the public areas of the State Apartments and Hall of Mirrors. You will also be able to see the newly reopened Queens’ Apartments, in the full revived magnificence of the Rococo style of Marie-Antoinette’s bedchamber or that of the Queen’s Guard Room. Learn about the royal ongoings of pre-Revolutionary France and gain insight into what was once only known to the nobles that were specially invited to Versailles.
Enjoy a lunch break on-site with your guide, and then continue to the Gardens.
In the afternoon, you could discover the Queen’s Estate, on the other side of the park. Marie-Antoinette loved to stay there with her close friends and children, and no one was allowed in without her express invitation, not even the King himself! The Petit Trianon is a pure jewel of 18th-century architecture, and the Hamlet is designed as an adult playground for the Queen’s enjoyment, where she would dress as a shepherdess and walk amongst lambs and cows.
Depart Versailles around 4pm and return to your hotel around 5pm.
Inclusions:
- Private guided for the day
- Entrance tickets
- Round-trip Transfer
Please note this visit is completely flexible based on your family's interests and your private guide will adapt to you!
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In addition to the public spaces of the castle, you will also enjoy exclusive access to rooms not typically open to the public, the Kings’ Private Apartments. Delve into the intimate quarters of a former king. Immerse yourself in the opulence of his private apartments, witnessing the grandeur of his reign.
After his state apartments, a former king created a suite of rooms designed for more personal use, which opened onto the Marble Courtyard and the Royal Courtyard. Here he displayed his collections of artworks and paintings. A later king made many changes and extended the apartment to the upper floors, creating new rooms, work cabinets, dining rooms, libraries, scientific galleries, and laboratories. These apartments allowed the king to enjoy a certain amount of privacy. The space was also used by another king, who in turn adapted it to his own purposes.
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At approximately 8:45am, 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.
After your tour, you may decide to stay in the museum and continue independently.
- Meeting Time: Around 8:45am
- Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours
Private Experience.
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Go on a scavenger hunt in the Louvre so that the whole family can explore this iconic museum and the best of its timeless collections. Get closer to the masterpieces while playing Happy Families in Greece, Italy, France or Egypt. With family cards, surprise questions and mysterious messages, make your way to a secret treasure!
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At the end of your tour, your guide will take you to the iconic Marché des Enfants Rouges for you to enjoy lunch.
Created in 1615, this market is the oldest covered market in the City of Light. Its name has its scenset in the nearby orphanage, l'Hospice des Enfants-rouges, where children were dressed in red uniforms and cloaks, the color of charity. Now a must-see place for strolling, it reveals the essence of Parisian history while offering a unique and colorful culinary experience.
Suggested, no booking has been made.
Enjoy time at leisure to explore independently this afternoon.
A day at Cité des Sciences with kids in Paris is a captivating journey of discovery and fun! As soon as you step into the sprawling, futuristic complex, you'll be greeted by interactive exhibits designed to ignite curiosity. Head to the Cité des Enfants, an area dedicated to children, where kids can explore age-appropriate zones: water play, construction, and sensory areas engage younger ones, while older kids enjoy experiments and hands-on science activities.
Stop by the planetarium to explore the stars and planets, where a show makes the wonders of space accessible and awe-inspiring. The immersive Earth-themed exhibitions, like the sound and light shows, take children through vivid landscapes and teach them about the environment in a way they can touch and feel.
Take a break at the on-site café or bring a packed lunch to enjoy at the picnic area before diving back into the exhibits. Don't miss the robotic displays and the "Light Games" section, where kids can play with shadows, colors, and optical illusions. Each area feels like an adventure, sparking questions and allowing kids to experiment in a safe, engaging environment.
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Embark on a dreamy boat ride down the Seine, where the city of light reveals its enchanting secrets. The Eiffel Tower shimmers, bridges become arcs of love, and laughter fills the air. In this romantic aquatic waltz, the Seine whispers tales of timeless passion beneath the starry Parisian sky.
Aboard your private vintage mahogany boat, enjoy a unique view of the Seine River and its beautiful bridges from different angles. Pass under the Pont Alexandre III, a triumphant Art Nouveau masterpiece that links the Invalides to the Grand and Petit Palais. Ironically, the impressive Pont Neuf, which means “new bridge” is the oldest in Paris dating from 1607. Also admire Pont Marie, the second-oldest bridge in Paris which links the Ile-Saint-Louis with the right bank of the Seine.
Continue under the famous Pont des Arts in front of the fabulous gold-domed Institut de France, towards the Louvre. This very private overview from a very private angle will allow you to catch a glimpse of Paris’ entire history.
- Duration: 1.5 hours
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The Disney Classic VIP Tour at Disneyland Paris offers an unforgettable, luxury experience, allowing guests to explore the magic of Disney with ultimate ease and exclusivity. With a dedicated VIP guide to customize the day's activities, you'll enjoy priority access to attractions, saving time and skipping lines. The tour includes exclusive reserved seating for shows and parades, plus expedited character meet-and-greets, so you can spend more time making memories with beloved Disney characters. Perfect for families, the Disney Classic VIP Tour ensures a magical day with special privileges, seamless service, and personalized attention, making your Disneyland Paris adventure truly extraordinary.
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This morning, meet your private driver at your hotel and make your way to your Street Art class.
Today you will learn the tricks of the urban art of graffiti with a private Street Art class. After a brief history, your graffiti artist guide will introduce you to the basic styles of drawing letters: tags, bubble styles, and wild styles. This basic knowledge will allow you to create your first graffiti sketch, and your artist guide will then teach you how to use spray paint to make it come alive!
You can either choose to work on a canvas so that you can ship your masterpiece home, or you can choose to be true street artists by working on an open wall. You will be able to implement all the techniques that the best artists of the Parisian graffiti scenset can teach you, and find a deepened appreciation for the street art you encounter.
This interactive experience allows the entire family to get involved, and you can leave with a memento of your trip.
- Duration: 2 hours
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Indulge yourselves and enjoy one of the most exclusive and delicious afternoon teas in Paris.
In the intimate atmosphere of the Proust Salon, taste the chocolate fondue by a chef and a variety of tarts and cakes. Adults will enjoy a glass of champagne and children will choose between a wide variety of juices. This Afternoon Tea will remain the sweetest memory of your Paris family trip.
This is a recommendation only - no bookings have been made.
After check-out, you will be met by your private driver and transferred to CDG airport.
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Upon arrival at CDG, you will be met at the curb by a representative who will assist you with check-in and fast-track you through airport security and escort you directly to your lounge or your gate.
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Details to be confirmed.
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Please note: These costs do not yet include Paris Orientation Tour, Disney Paris, or Family Graffiti Workshop. We hope to have the pricing for the above by mid-November, and can send a separate invoice.
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