One Week In Paris-OCT2023
Multi-day Trips / by Air and Land
8 Day
Itinerary
One Week In Paris, “The City of Light & Love”
Paris in October: The weather is perfect as it is neither too warm nor too cold. Moreover, the autumn colors make everything in the city more beautiful and romantic.
Date: October 14-22, 2023 (9 days/7 nights)
Fixed Departure – this is a tour package with a fixed departure date and fixed inclusions.
Group size: Maximum 16 participants
Fixed Departure – this is a tour package with a fixed departure date and fixed inclusions.
Group size: Maximum 16 participants
NOTE: This tour is NOT recommended for those with mobility issues. Our walking tours will take 4-5 hours every day.
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What is Paris like in October? In October, Paris is a great place to be. The summer crowds are gone, people are more relaxed, and when the avenues and parks take on their autumn reflections, and the street lamps’ soft light sets aglow the carpet of fallen leaves, it’s an inspiring sight.
What is Paris like in October? In October, Paris is a great place to be. The summer crowds are gone, people are more relaxed, and when the avenues and parks take on their autumn reflections, and the street lamps’ soft light sets aglow the carpet of fallen leaves, it’s an inspiring sight.
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Day 1 – SAT 14 OCT 2023) Flight from Toronto to Paris
Departure flight: (Nonstop) Flight from Toronto to Paris by Air Canada @ 17:45. Arrive in Paris the next morning @ 07:05 AM+1 Flight duration is 7h 20m
Flight details: AC 872 14OCT YYZCDG 17:45 0705+1 (Arive on 15OCT)
Day 2 – SUN 15 OCT 2023) Paris
Arrive in Paris @ 07:05 AM. Transfer from the airport to the hotel (Hôtel André Latin 3*) in the heart of the Latin Quarter, very close to Luxembourg Gardens. We will stay there for 7 nights.
The hotel's check-in time is 2 PM. Therefore, we will put our luggage in the hotel's storage room, and start our day with a Panoramic city tour of Paris (a combination of walk and bus tour)!
2.00 PM: Return to the hotel, check-in, and enjoy your free time in the evening.
Day 3 – MON 16 OCT 2023) Paris
Breakfast 7:30 AM–8.30 AM
9:45 AM to 1:30 PM: Half-day Guided Walking Tour to visit: Panthéon (inside), Le Jardin du Luxembourg, Latin Quarter
Day 4 – TUE 17 OCT 2023) Paris
Breakfast 7:30 AM–8.30 AM
9 AM to 1 PM: Half-day Guided Walking Tour to visit: Montmartre and the Sacre-Coeur Basilica (inside)
Day 5 – WED 18 OCT 2023) Paris
Breakfast 7:30 AM–8.30 AM
9 AM to 1 PM: Half-day Guided Walking Tour to visit: Palais-Royal, Musée du Louvre (outside), Jardin des Tuileries, Place de la Concorde, Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe
Day 6 – THU 19 OCT 2023) Paris
Breakfast 7:30 AM–8.30 AM
9:30 AM to 3 PM: Half-day Guided Walking Tour to visit: Notre-Dame, Seine River Cruise, Sainte Chapelle
Day 7 – FRI 20 OCT 2023) Paris - FREE DAY
Breakfast 7:30 AM–8:30 AM
FULL DAY FREE TO DO OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES (listed at the bottom of the attractions tab). THE OPTIONAL TOUR TO Château de Versailles (Gardens and Castle) has been arranged for this day. We will make it a group visit and will ask our local supplier to give us a group rate based on the actual number of interested participants.
Day 8 – SAT 21 OCT 2023) Paris
Breakfast 7:30 AM–8.30 AM
9 AM to 1 PM: Half-day Guided Walking Tour to visit: Eiffel Tower (outside); Champ de Mars, Palais (Opéra) Garnier, and Galeries Lafayette Haussmann.
Day 9 – SUN 22 OCT 2023) Flight from Paris to Toronto
Breakfast 7:30 AM–8:00 AM
8.30 AM: Check out.
9:00 AM: Transfer from the hotel to the airport.
Return flight: (Nonstop) Flight from Paris to Toronto by Air Canada @ 13:00. Arrive in Toronto @ 15:20. Flight duration is 8h 20m (Nonstop)
Flight details: AC 873 22OCT CDGYYZ 13:00 15:20
***NOTE: The guided walking tours may take 5 hours (instead of 4 hours) depending on the lineups.
Price & Inclusions
PRICE:
* Double room: CA$3600 (taxes are included) per person in double occupancy
* Single room: CA$4600 (taxes are included) per person in single occupancy (the single supplement is CA$1000)
* Double room: CA$3600 (taxes are included) per person in double occupancy
* Single room: CA$4600 (taxes are included) per person in single occupancy (the single supplement is CA$1000)
TRAVEL INSURANCE: Trip cancellation and interruption insurance can help you protect your investment. More details at the bottom of this page.
NOTE:
>> If you need a roommate, please ask. Not guaranteed.
>> In European cities like Paris, the rooms are typically smaller than standard rooms in North America. Therefore, in their double rooms, they offer either 1 Double bed (140 cm) /OR/ 2 Single beds (80 cm each). And in their single rooms, they offer 1 single bed (80 cm). A double bed is 12 cm narrower than a queen bed. You can see the details of the hotel's rooms on this page: https://www.hotelandrelatin.fr/en/#rooms
What’s included:
- * Round-trip flight on Air Canada-direct flight, (includes 1st checked bag FREE, 23kg)- Standard seat
- * Round-trip Airport/Hotel Transfers
- * 7 nights in a centrally located Hotel in Paris (Hôtel André Latin 3*) in the heart of the Latin Quarter, very close to Luxembourg Gardens. Standard rooms.
- * Daily Breakfast at Hotel
- * Seine River Cruise
- * A Paris Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
- * 6 Half-Day Guided Walking Tours of Paris (covering all of the attractions mentioned in the itinerary including Notre Dame, Sainte Chapelle, Palais-Royal, Musée du Louvre (outside) Jardin des Tuileries, Place de la Concorde, Champs-Élysées, Arc de Triomphe, Panthéon, Le Jardin du Luxembourg, Latin Quarter, Eiffel Tower (outside); Champ de Mars, Palais Garnier, and Galeries Lafayette Haussmann, Montmartre and the Sacre-Coeur Basilica. Guided city tours are a combination of walking and public transportation.
- * Admission to Sainte Chapelle
- * Admission to Palais Garnier (Paris Opéra House)
- * Admission to Panthéon
- * Paris transportation tickets (métro & public bus tickets are included in this package)
- * Your tour conductor will travel with you from Toronto
- * All Taxes/Service Charges
What’s NOT Included:
- * Lunch and dinner
- * OPTIONAL Tours and activities (listed at the bottom of the attractions tab). The Guided Tour of Versailles is Optional and has been arranged on the Free Day.
- * Gratuity to our local guides in Paris (Tips are not required - but are greatly appreciated! The suggested amount is (EUR 20 for the entire trip).
- * Travel Insurance
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Payment & Cancellation Schedules:
* A deposit of CA$300 is required to secure your spot - due at the time of booking and is fully refundable until (23 July 2023 see details below) If you book after this date, full payment is required at the time of booking * The balance is due (by 23 July 2023). You can pay the balance HERE *You will receive a Balance payment Reminder!
* A deposit of CA$300 is required to secure your spot - due at the time of booking and is fully refundable until (23 July 2023 see details below) If you book after this date, full payment is required at the time of booking * The balance is due (by 23 July 2023). You can pay the balance HERE *You will receive a Balance payment Reminder!
* 50% Penalty if canceled between 24 JUL 2023 and 14 AUG 2023
* 100% Penalty if canceled between 15 AUG 2023 and the departure date
* 100% Penalty if canceled between 15 AUG 2023 and the departure date
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Direct flights on Air Canada
AC 872 14OCT YYZCDG 17:45 0705+1 (Arive on 15OCT) Duration: 7h20m
Direct flights on Air Canada
AC 872 14OCT YYZCDG 17:45 0705+1 (Arive on 15OCT) Duration: 7h20m
AC 873 22OCT CDGYYZ 13:00 15:20 Duration: 8h20m
THE AIRCRAFT IS: Boeing 777-300ER SEATING PLAN
Our Group booking includes 1st Checked bag FREE
Max. weight per bag: 23kg (50lb)
Max. linear dimensions per bag: 158 cm (62in)
Max. weight per bag: 23kg (50lb)
Max. linear dimensions per bag: 158 cm (62in)
If you have any questions about baggage allowance (Fees, Weight, and Dimensions), please check Air Canada’s baggage allowance
A carry-on baggage is also included. Carry-on guidelines/Dimensions
**We need the following information from each participant before 13 July 2023. BASED ON YOUR PASSPORT DETAILS. Please email the information to: info@FunTours.ca
LAST NAME // FIRST NAME // MIDDLE NAME // TITLE (Mr. Ms, Mrs...) // GENDER // DATE OF BIRTH
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CHECK-IN: You will be able to check in and change/upgrade your seats individually 24 hours before the departure HERE
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Wearing a mask:
As of October 1, 2022, masks are no longer mandatory at the airport, throughout the flight, during transfers, and on excursions. The choice to wear a mask or not is at your discretion.
As of October 1, 2022, masks are no longer mandatory at the airport, throughout the flight, during transfers, and on excursions. The choice to wear a mask or not is at your discretion.
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SEAT SELECTION / UPGRADE ON AIR CANADA:
1) >> A block of seats has been assigned for the group and you can modify your seat (choose a standard Aisle/Middle/Window seat) at the time of online check-in only 24 hours prior to departure.
2) >> ONLY if you need to upgrade to a "Preferred Seat", please contact us and be ready to pay the fee upfront. The "Preferred Seats" are in exit rows, in select bulkhead rows, and in the first few rows of the cabin on some flights. The cost is $120 per flight segment. If you decided to upgrade, we need the following information from you immediately BASED ON PASSPORT DETAILS. LAST NAME // FIRST NAME // MIDDLE NAME // TITLE (Mr. Ms, Mrs...) // GENDER // DATE OF BIRTH. We also need your credit card details to give to Air Canada since they will charge you directly for the seat upgrade. The fee is non-refundable. The seat selection process takes 5-7 business days. Please be patient.
3) >> The Group seat block is usually located in the middle to the back of the aircraft typically over the wing. The block does not include any exit row or special request seating.
4) >> All seats in our group block are standard seats. If you need a First class/Premium Economy seat, you need to book it yourself directly through Air Canada. In this case, CA$ 1080 will be deducted from your package price.
Pickup
You will see "Noushin" (your tour director) at Pearson Airport, at the departure gate, one hour before the flight. She will travel with you from Toronto.
Tour Attractions
Eiffel Tower (Tour d'Eiffel)
Tuileries Garden (Jardin des Tuileries)
Luxembourg Gardens (Le Jardin du Luxembourg)
Palais Garnier (Opéra national de Paris)
Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Palais-Royal
Seine River Cruise
Louvre Museum (Musée du Louvre)
Montmartre and the Sacre-Coeur Basilica
Arc de Triomphe - Champs-Élysées
Panthéon
Sainte-Chapelle
OUR HOTEL: Hôtel André Latin - 3 star
Hotel André Latin is located on Paris’s left bank a 5-minute walk from the Luxembourg Gardens and the Panthéon. It offers air-conditioned rooms and a 24-hour front desk. Internet access is available. Rooms at Hotel André Latin are equipped with satellite TV, a telephone and private bathroom. Some rooms have a balcony and all rooms are serviced by a lift. Hotel André Latin serves a continental breakfast each morning that guests can enjoy in the breakfast room or their guest room. An express breakfast formula is also available and composed of a hot drink, orange juice and 3 French pastries. Hotel André Latin is 500 metres from Luxembourg RER (line B), which offers direct transport to Charles de Gaulle and Orly Airports. Place Monge Metro (line 7) is 700 metres from the hotel. The Jardin des Plantes is a 10-minute walk away.
This is our guests' favourite part of Paris, according to independent reviews. Great location, clean rooms!
>> In European cities like Paris, the rooms are typically smaller than standard rooms in North America. Therefore, in their double rooms, they offer either 1 Double bed (140 cm) /OR/ 2 Single beds (80 cm each). And in their single rooms, they offer 1 single bed (80 cm). A double bed is 12 cm narrower than a queen bed. You can see the details of the hotel's rooms on this page: https://www.hotelandrelatin.fr/en/#rooms
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OPTIONAL Tours/Activities:
- * Paris: NIGHT TOUR: Big Bus Panoramic Night Tour (2 hours) // OR// Big Bus Paris Open-Top Night Tour (2 hours)
- * Paris: Eiffel Tower Summit or Second Floor Access (2 hours)
- * Paris: Louvre Museum Timed-Entrance Ticket
- * Paris: Louvre Museum Guided Tour with Skip the Line Entrance (3 hours)
- * Paris: Musée d'Orsay Guided Tour with Options (1.5-2 hours)
- * Paris: Musée d'Orsay 1-Day Ticket with Reserved Access
- * Cabaret Show at Moulin Rouge // Paradis Latin Cabaret Show (NOTE: SOME SHOWS SELL OUT FAST /or / THE GOOD TIMING SELLS OUT FAST)
- * Day trip from Paris: Mont-Saint-Michel (14 hours)
- * Day trip from Paris: Loire Castles by Coach With Wine Tasting (13 hours)
- * Day trip from Paris: Bruges with Optional Seasonal Cruise (14 hours)
- * Day trip from Paris: Guided Tour to Monet's Garden in Giverny (5 hours)
- >> Many people are interested in doing the Guided Tour of Versailles (on the Free Day). We will make it a group visit and will ask our local supplier to give us a group rate based on the actual number of interested participants.
PLATFORMS:
These are the best platforms that offer OPTIONAL City tours/Excursions/Tickets. Make sure to read the details of your preferred tours carefully and check their review before booking.
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>> GetYourGuide (offers the Best cancellation policy!) Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund-most activities
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>> VIATOR
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>> CITY WONDERS
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>> Just keep in mind that some waiting/lineups are always involved. "Skip the line" is often a simple marketing trick to attract tourists!
Note
- * Please READ the itinerary and make sure it suits your interests and ability before making any booking
- * Itinerary Changes: The itinerary is subject to change at any time without prior notice due to various circumstances and weather conditions.
- * We will create a WhatsApp group chat 2 months before the trip. We can discuss the optional tours/activities that you are interested in.
- * Your passport must be valid for 6 months beyond the date of leaving Europe.
- * We strongly recommend Travel Insurance.
TRAVEL PROTECTION PLANS
For your protection, we strongly recommend that you purchase Comprehensive Travel Insurance with Emergency Medical, Trip Cancellation, and interruption (and ask them about their COVID-19 Pandemic Travel Plans). Here is a list of some Travel Insurance companies for Canadian Travellers:
Travel Insurance Coverage on your credit card: If you have travel insurance on your credit card, please make sure about the details of their insurance coverage.
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October in Paris: Weather, and What to Pack
Although the month brings colder, wetter weather to Paris, October is one of the best times to visit the French capital, especially if you're hoping to avoid crowds and save money on autumn airfare and accommodations. October offers visitors opportunities to take meditative strolls in the crisp fall air, enjoy long afternoons chatting or reading in traditional cafés, and bask in dramatic, dusky skies among picturesque settings.
Paris Weather in October
Temperatures in Paris constantly drop over the course of the month, though there are a few occasional warm, sunny days in October each year. While the city rarely sees temperatures below 48 degrees Fahrenheit (9 degrees Celsius), it also doesn't get any warmer than 61 degrees Fahrenheit (16 degrees Celsius), and the average temperature in October is just 51 degrees Fahrenheit (11 degrees Celsius) throughout the month.
Temperatures in Paris constantly drop over the course of the month, though there are a few occasional warm, sunny days in October each year. While the city rarely sees temperatures below 48 degrees Fahrenheit (9 degrees Celsius), it also doesn't get any warmer than 61 degrees Fahrenheit (16 degrees Celsius), and the average temperature in October is just 51 degrees Fahrenheit (11 degrees Celsius) throughout the month.
What to Pack
Since you can generally expect some rainy days throughout the month, you'll need to bring waterproof shoes, a raincoat, and an umbrella if you hope to stay dry. Colder weather also means you'll want to pack long-sleeve shirts, sweaters, as well as long pants, and close-toed footwear. You should also plan to layer warm-weather clothing under your sweaters and coats, just in case the temperature rises randomly at the beginning of the month, as it is known to sometimes do in October.
Since you can generally expect some rainy days throughout the month, you'll need to bring waterproof shoes, a raincoat, and an umbrella if you hope to stay dry. Colder weather also means you'll want to pack long-sleeve shirts, sweaters, as well as long pants, and close-toed footwear. You should also plan to layer warm-weather clothing under your sweaters and coats, just in case the temperature rises randomly at the beginning of the month, as it is known to sometimes do in October.