Europe Tours from Paris

What our customers ask about Europe Tours from Paris

• What is the typical length of tours starting in Paris and what destinations do they cover?

  European tours departing from Paris range from 13 to 29 days taking travelers through multiple countries. The Paris to Budapest route spans 15 days crossing France Switzerland Italy Slovenia Austria and Hungary. Longer journeys like the European Ring tour cover 9 countries over 23 days providing an extensive continental experience. A TourRadar traveler noted: "I can't believe how much I got to see, do and experience in such a short period of time" on their Paris-based journey.

• What transportation options are available from Paris airports to the starting hotels?

  The tour packages include free transfers from Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports to designated hotels such as the Novotel Est - Bagnolet and Novotel P. D'Italie. The service runs according to flight arrival schedules but only covers airport and train station pickups. A TourRadar traveler shared: "The pickup from Charles de Gaulle was seamless and well-organized making our arrival stress-free."

• What are the most common first activities when starting a tour in Paris?

  Most itineraries begin with a city tour covering key locations like Montmartre by cable car the Palace of Versailles and access to the Eiffel Tower's second level. Seine River cruises usually take place on day 2 or 3. A TourRadar traveler review states: "Starting with Montmartre and the Eiffel Tower gave us the perfect introduction to Paris - the guide's knowledge of the city's history made it even more special."

• What optional activities are available when starting in Paris?

  Additional experiences include evening Seine dinner cruises priced at USD 40-50 Moulin Rouge performances with transportation for USD 145-170 and night tours of illuminated Paris for USD 40. One TourRadar traveler recommended: "The Paris by Night tour offered a magical perspective of the illuminated monuments."

• What are the most common destinations visited after departing Paris?

  After Paris tours often head to Interlaken and the Swiss Alps Amsterdam and the Dutch countryside or southward to Italian cities like Milan and Rome. Each path offers distinct experiences from Alpine scenery to Dutch waterways or Italian landmarks. A TourRadar traveler observed: "The progression from Paris through Switzerland and into Italy was perfectly planned."

• What is the best time of year to start a tour from Paris?

  Tour operations run from April through October with the busiest period from June to September. While summer brings warm weather it also draws larger crowds. Spring and fall (April-May and September-October) offer mild temperatures and fewer tourists. A TourRadar traveler noted: "We started in Paris in early September - perfect weather and not too crowded compared to the summer months."

• What meal arrangements are provided during the Paris stay?

  The Paris portion includes daily breakfast buffets at partner hotels such as the Courtyard Marriot Paris St Denis. Travelers arrange other meals independently allowing exploration of local dining options. A TourRadar review states: "The breakfast at Novotel was excellent giving us energy for full days of sightseeing and we loved finding local cafes for other meals."