Step into the world of French royalty, where palaces, cathedrals, and hidden chambers reveal centuries of power, intrigue, and art de vivre. This tailor-made journey invites you to explore the royal heritage of Paris and its surroundings with a private driver and a fluent English-speaking expert guide.
You wander through private royal apartments at Versailles, stand inside the very walls where Marie-Antoinette awaited her fate, marvel at the stained-glass radiance of the Sainte-Chapelle, and travel to Fontainebleau, Vincennes, and the royal necropolis at Saint-Denis.
A refined cultural stay designed with specialized historians passionate about the monarchy of France.
Your private driver welcomes you upon arrival at the airport or train station and takes you seamlessly to your boutique hotel in the center of Paris. Settle in and enjoy time at leisure.
Lunch is a refined gastronomic experience near the Quai des Augustins, in a restaurant inspired by royal tradition.
In the afternoon, begin your private exploration of Île de la Cité — the birthplace of French royal power. You step inside the Conciergerie, where Marie-Antoinette was held prisoner, then into the Sainte-Chapelle, commissioned by King Louis IX, its glass windows glowing like jewels. You continue to Notre-Dame, as your expert guide recounts the intertwined history of Paris and its monarchy from the Middle Ages to the Revolution.
Evening at leisure with our curated dining suggestions.
A full-day immersion at Versailles with your private guide.
Visit the palace, its French-style gardens, and Marie-Antoinette’s hamlet. You enter the King’s private apartments — accessible only with your guide — for a rare and intimate perspective on royal life.
Lunch takes place inside the castle.
In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxed walk through the geometrically perfect gardens, then continue to the Queen’s hamlet, her pastoral refuge away from court etiquette.
Return to Paris late afternoon. Evening at leisure with our restaurant recommendations.
Spend the morning at the Louvre with an audioguide, exploring at your own pace: the crown of Louis XV, the apartments of Napoleon III, and royal treasures spanning centuries. Then enjoy a stroll through the Tuileries Gardens, once the palace grounds of French rulers.
Lunch near the Palais Royal, once the residence of Cardinal Richelieu.
Optional in the afternoon: travel with your private guide to the Basilica of Saint-Denis, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and the royal burial site from the 7th century onward. Here rests the heart of young Louis XVII, son of Louis XVI and Marie-Antoinette.
Evening at leisure with our curated restaurant options.
This morning your private driver brings you to Fontainebleau, a castle adored by François I and Napoleon Bonaparte. With an audioguide, uncover the imperial apartments, the François I gallery, and the Italian-style gardens.
Return to Paris for lunch at leisure with our suggestions.
The afternoon unfolds freely around the Opéra district and its elegant department stores — a perfect mix of royal heritage and Parisian shopping.
Evening at leisure.
Morning at the Château de Vincennes with audioguide. Discover Europe’s tallest medieval keep and its own petite Sainte-Chapelle. Step into the office of King Charles V, recreated in augmented reality: his furniture rendered in 3D lets you experience life as a medieval head of state.
Lunch in the Marais — the aristocratic district of 17th-century Paris.
The afternoon is at leisure for a gentle wander through the Place des Vosges, private mansions, and cobblestone lanes — guided by our handpicked recommendations.
Evening at leisure with restaurant suggestions.
We just returned from an 8 day trip to France and had Laurence with Paris-TouJours plan all of our accommodations, transportation and get tickets for what we wanted to see. I cannot say enough good things about our experience with Laurence! She met us at our hotel when we got to Paris and she had everything expertly planned out in great detail. We spent a few days in Paris, then on to Normandy, Amboise, Toulouse and back to Paris. All of our accommodations were outstanding, our drivers were always on time and courteous and Laurence had every step of the way planned out. She listened to our interests and what we wanted to see. It was awesome to have tickets in advance for everything as we avoided long lines and had intimate small tours. She even made recommendations for restaurants when we asked. We would recommend Laurence for any trip that you want to plan in France. She is 5-star all the way!
Carol L
PARIS for 5 days
Laurence created an itinerary that reflected our interests and that gave us a very special Paris experience, one we will never forget. Prior to putting the itinerary together, she called me to ask about our interests and preferences. Everything was perfect, down to the smallest details, including a beautiful bouquet of flowers waiting for us at our elegant hotel. The trip was perfectly paced so that we left Paris rested and with memories of our unique experiences – walking tours of secret places with our guide, a private cooking class complete with a trip to the markets to hand select the ingredients, a private day trip to Versailles, and a dinner cruise on the Seine to see the ‘City of Lights’ in all of its glory. Thank you Laurence and Paris-Toujours !
Spring (April–June) and fall (September–October) offer pleasant weather and allow you to fully enjoy the gardens at Versailles and Fontainebleau. Summer is beautiful, with a lively atmosphere, though more visited.
Not at all. Our guides bring history to life with engaging storytelling adapted to your level of interest. The places you visit are exceptional in beauty, with much to appreciate beyond their historical significance.
Absolutely. This stay is fully tailor-made: add the Château de Chantilly, visit the Petit Trianon, continue onward to the Loire Valley, or adjust the pace to suit your travel style.
Yes — our guides adapt their approach to younger travelers with stories, interactive learning, and playful details. The augmented-reality experience at Vincennes is especially popular with children.
Gastronomic lunch on Day 1 and lunch at Versailles on Day 2 are included. For other meals, we provide curated recommendations based on each neighborhood.
