sharon fortune Posted April 28, 2014 #1 Share Posted April 28, 2014 Can anyone recommend a reputable tour company for paris? we want to see Eiffel tower, louvre...etc. and skip the lines! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare NorbertsNiece Posted April 28, 2014 #2 Share Posted April 28, 2014 I would suggest taking the Hop On Hop Off bus. They have excellent commentary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cberge Posted April 29, 2014 #3 Share Posted April 29, 2014 I would suggest taking the Hop On Hop Off bus. They have excellent commentary. I agree...you really do not need a tour guide for Paris..it is easy to do DIY and the HOHO bus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
agabbymama Posted April 29, 2014 #4 Share Posted April 29, 2014 And another suggestion. They have what they call the "Bat-o-Bus" which is a boat that travels the Seine. It's like the Hop On/Hop Off Bus, but it's a boat. http://www.batobus.com/english/index.htm It was a hike from the train station where we stored our luggage, but if you are staying in Paris, maybe a cab would be good to get there. We were sorry we didn't utilize a cab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loma linda ca a & j Posted April 29, 2014 #5 Share Posted April 29, 2014 (edited) in 2001 we took 3 walking tours - 2 in the marais - 1 in montmartre - with paris-walks dot com last year we took 1 in london owned by same couple - at westminster abbey - had planned to take them for the british museum and london tower but we ended up going at different times anyway they hire marvelous guides who really love their job & know so much about the history, art, architecture, culture, etc. we are going with them again in paris in 2016 when we take our 17 & 12 yr old grandchildren - there is so much to see everywhere that it is more meaningful to have a guide to tell you about & make sure you see the most important ones the cost is minimal for a 2 hour walk about 12 euros - usually you meet the group above ground at a metro stop - no reservations - just show up Edited April 29, 2014 by loma linda ca a & j Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyncyn129 Posted April 29, 2014 #6 Share Posted April 29, 2014 Last year, our British Isles cruise called to Le Havre. Since I had never been to Paris, I wanted to make the most of our time there. So we took the train into town and arranged for half day tour of Paris. We used Baron's Limousine Service for a 4 hour tour = 280 euros all included. The driver met us at the train station, and drove us around to the sites. He spoke good English, and made great recommendations of things we should see. He also recommended a wonderful, local restaurant for lunch. Obviously, in 4 hours we weren't able to explore anything in great detail. But now I've "seen" Paris and know where I'll want to spend more time when I go back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Got2Cruise Posted April 30, 2014 #7 Share Posted April 30, 2014 Go to viator.com and look for Paris skip the lines tours. I agree you need a plan. If you don't want a tour purchase tickets online in advance. Or you will wait for hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruisingmimi Posted May 9, 2014 #8 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Are you docking Le Harve? How are you getting to Paris? We docked Le Harve in Dec. '12 and I pre-booked our Eiffel Tower tickets before we left home. You pay and print out your voucher to bring with you. You will have to wait in line if you don't and they may be sold out for the time you want to go up Eiffel. Even in Dec. it was difficult to get tickets. The only time available for us to go up was 1 pm so we worked our tour of the city around our Eiffel time. It is so worth it going to the top, spectacular scenery. It is about 1.5 hr. from time you ascend to time you descend and get off. It was so crowded that you couldn't do much but walk around each level and enjoy the views, take pics, etc. BEWARE of pickpocketers at the top. They were constantly making announcements on the PA system about this. Guard your belongings! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williegirlcat Posted May 20, 2014 #9 Share Posted May 20, 2014 in 2001 we took 3 walking tours - 2 in the marais - 1 in montmartre -with paris-walks dot com last year we took 1 in london owned by same couple - at westminster abbey - had planned to take them for the british museum and london tower but we ended up going at different times anyway they hire marvelous guides who really love their job & know so much about the history, art, architecture, culture, etc. we are going with them again in paris in 2016 when we take our 17 & 12 yr old grandchildren - there is so much to see everywhere that it is more meaningful to have a guide to tell you about & make sure you see the most important ones the cost is minimal for a 2 hour walk about 12 euros - usually you meet the group above ground at a metro stop - no reservations - just show up Hi, We will be in Paris in the fall. This company looks so interesting. Thanks for the reference --I will be contacting them. Also, they have a good reading list. Carol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrscruisequeen Posted May 21, 2014 #10 Share Posted May 21, 2014 We are doing a day tour to Paris from London on a Saturday in June. I was wondering about using a credit card for any extra expenses, snacks, some shopping, etc. I will be getting some euros from my bank, so was wondering if the credit would be sufficient, and if not, what might be needed for a few incidentals. Thank you in advance, Jeanne:D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
loma linda ca a & j Posted May 23, 2014 #11 Share Posted May 23, 2014 Hi, We will be in Paris in the fall. This company looks so interesting. Thanks for the reference --I will be contacting them. Also, they have a good reading list.Carol let us know how much you enjoy your trip to paris & what walks you take in the fall !!!;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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