WSA's Paris Detour equips travelers with specific insider knowledge for navigating the best of this global center, packed into a weekend-length visit.
Paris is a European classic! The 'City of Light' offers so much to students who want to experience the best food, history, art and nightlife.
Paris is always a good idea! Come explore the city of light and take in the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre and delicious cuisine. The Paris Detour is a fantastic way to get the most out of the city with no constraints. Here's what your recommended 3-day itinerary will look like:
Day 1 - Bienvenue!
Following the step-by-step directions provided in your Detour package, arrive and check into the hostel to get settled/relax for a bit while reviewing your WSA Detour itinerary and tips packet. Head to the historic heart of Paris, the Latin Quarter and hop on a free walking tour put on by our friends daily. Pop into the Notre Dame Cathedral before it closes.
Day 2 - The Big Sights
Make your way to the Louvre as soon as possilbe to avoid the crowds. Take the metro to the top of the Champs Elysees and stroll down hill taking in the world's most famous shopping boulevard. Zip on over to the Eiffel Tower for an afternoon entry, and catch the evening bike tour through the city. Cap off your full day with a cruise on the River Seinne!
Day 3 - Market Day
Make your way to any one of Paris' fine farmer's markets. If you've got the time, head out to the Palace of Versailles outside of town. Catch your flight or train as necessary, directions to/from hostel are included and easy to do with Paris public transport.
If you've got any other questions, get in touch at info@wsaeurope.com!
Arrive anytime for day 1 of your adventure in Paris. This do-it-yourself package includes all trip details and arrangements to explore the city at your own pace. A customized Paris Destination Guide serves as a print out or to take with you on your mobile device.
You're free to depart at any time on Day 3 or 4 depending on when your flight is. Bon Voyage!
Here's what you should bring on your visit to Paris:
- WSA Detour Customized Tour Itinerary (Printed!)
- Layers and shell for rain and cold weather
- Comfortable shoes
- A wary eye out for pickpockets
- A go-getter attitude ready to tackle this incredible city!
Your WSA Paris Detour includes:
- Skip-the-line entry into the Eiffel Tower (pending availability of tickets- if tickets are unavailable we will refund you the entrance fee and give you our insider tips for minimizing time in line)
- Skip-the-line entry to Louvre
- Entry to the Notre Dame and the Sacre Coeur Basilica
- 2 nights in our favorite Parisian hostel
- WSA Destination Pocket Guide with recommended 3-day itinerary and city information
- 24 hour hotline for emergency service
- Optional add-on activities such as evening canal cruise
Your WSA Detour does not include:
- Transportation
- Food
- Guide
Please note: As prices are standard across WSA’s products, WSA Europe reserves the right to cancel Detour bookings due to higher pricing or lack of availability as a result of local holidays. These events include but are not limited to: New Year’s and Christmas, Carnivale in Venice, King’s Day in Amsterdam and Easter in Rome. In these cases, it is possible for WSA Europe to contact the customer and discuss alternative accommodation/pricing. Customers will be given the option for a full refund, or change in price only after consent from the customer.
More About WSA Detours
WSA Detours are designed for the independent traveler looking for a trusted friend on the ground who knows the ins and outs of a city. We've taken decades of travel experience, user feedback, and the opinions of locals to develop an all inclusive travel package to lead you through a city. Accommodations, key sightseeing entries, daily itinerary, city history and restaurant discounts are just the beginning of your Detours package. Any day, any time, we're here to take care of all of your arrangements so you can hit the ground running and have a unique, memorable experience that will leave you wanting more.
Follow along with our itinerary as you wander down the streets, skipping the line into key sights where you are already on the list, listen to our pod casts and learn the secrets of a city, stop into our favorite restaurants where you will be greeted like famliy, and end the night by diving into the local nightlife.
Here's how your WSA Detour works:
1. Choose the dates and destination you'd like
2. Receive your Detour Tour Package via email and reveiw your pre-planned itinerary
3. Get to your destination, and we take it from there! Follow our reservations for your accommodations, itinerary, sightseeing, etc
4. Have the trip of a lifetime!
Visiting several cities at once? No worries! Book mutiple Detours and connect them with your own transportation for an even more exciting adventure!
This trip is non refundable unless travel insurance is purchased at the time of booking.
If you find you need to cancel you can contact info@wsaeurope.com There are some cases where we can give you partial credit towards another WSA trip. The amount of this credit will depend on how many reservations we have already confirmed and paid for. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions of Booking at http://www.wsaeurope.com/terms-and-conditions/ for all details.