Paris in the Summertime..... NOW FULL


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Fancy a summer break that's actually affordable during school holidays?
Paris, city of lights, chaotic, vibrant, exciting, obscure and lively.
Comfort: We will be using public transport. Pack comfy shoes, suitable clothing & sunscreen. We may do a mad Parisian night of evening wear.
Train: Eurostar allows 2 bags to a maximum of 85cm. You may take sandwiches and food for the journey. Alcohol is allowed to the maximum of one bottle per person for consumption onboard. There is a buffet car.
Security: Notorious for pick pockets, please bring a suitable day bag you are comfortable to walk with in front of you. Gents no wallets in pockets. Please use a lock for suitcases and bring 2 safety pins with you.
Wonga: I would allow for 50 euros cash a day and a contingent of 50. Plus remember any ticket money for the Eiffel tower at 36euros.
Potential Itinerary - you are not obliged to do any of this...you may do your own thing.
Day 1 - arrive. Eiffel tower or Champs de Mars park to watch the world go by while the rest of you go up the tower. (Tickets currently 36 euros)
Saturday - Walk and metro tour starting at Notre Dame with a most excellent tour guide. Picnic lunch. Evening in Clichy/Pigalle area see the Moulin Rouge.
Sunday - Morning coffee & Breakfast in artist square (Place du tertre. Think Picasso, modigliani & Renoir) of Montmatre and people watching. See the Sacre Coeur. Pick up tour of Paris at Arc de Triomphe and on to the Petit Palace fine art museum or if queues allow the fabulous Orsay on the banks of the river.
Monday -
Tuesday - Lunch return home.

Paris in the Summertime..... NOW FULL