PARIS AND STRASBOURG

CHRISTMAS 2026

December 13-19, 2026 with Lucca

$3995 per person for Double / $4905 Single per person

Christmas is a magical time in the “City of Lights”! Imagine strolling through the quaint streets lined with lights, sipping vin chaud to keep your fingers warm, and look up to see the Eiffel Tower sparkling. Intersperse these moments with holiday shopping, some off-the-beaten path sightseeing, gourmet meals, plenty of Christmas markets, and a day trip to a famous Christmas town, and you are set up for a fabulous time!

For more information, see our 2023 tour diary!

Day One

Overnight: Paris

Bienvenue a Paris

In the afternoon we meet in our centrally located hotel for a tour orientation. We will head out on a city walk to become familiar with the layout of our neighborhood, then get to know each other over our first dinner together as a groupThis evening we will view the city of lights in all its holiday season glory.

Day Two

Overnight: Paris

Paris Highlights

What better way to feel at home in Paris than to spend your first morning seeing Notre Dame and to learn about the tragic fire that almost burnt down this historic cathedral? Now you can enjoy its re-built splendor before also walking around the Tour Eiffel. Then you will enjoy a fantastic ride on the Seine, floating along in your sightseeing boat. The rest of the day is yours to explore.

Day Three

Overnight: Paris

Field Trip to Strasbourg

Day trip on the train to Strasbourg. Explore this town in the Alsace region to indulge in the finest mulled wines, sweets, and shopping in its famous Christmas market. Take a ride down the canal to enjoy the sights fro a different angle. Head back into the city when all your senses have been satiated.

Day Four

Overnight: Paris

Hidden Paris

After breakfast, you’ll take a walking tour to see some areas of Paris that are not a part of the usual Paris experience! The rest of the day will be yours to spend as you wish.

Day Five

Overnight: Paris

Cuisine de Noel

Hope you are well rested because Paris is putting you to work. A cooking school will visit the market with you to purchase the freshest ingredients for a 4 course traditional holiday meal they will instruct you in making. When it is complete, you can enjoy the fruits of your labor for lunch with a glass of wine. Then you will head back to the hotel to relax before an evening concert (if we’re able to snag tickets to this highly popular holiday tradition! Depending on schedule, this could also occur Friday night).

Day Six

Overnight: Paris

Markets and Museums

This morning is open for you to make the most of your final full day in Paris. In the late afternoon, the group will take a walking tour from your hotel to a few of the best Christmas markets. Stock up on those gifts and souvenirs, marvel at the excitement and decorations, and enjoy some holiday treats. You will complete the day with your final dinner as a group.

Day Seven

Tour Ends

Our sweet farewell is after breakfast. Your guide can assist you with your departure to the airport or wherever your travels take you. Merci et au revoir.

This was a nice blend of group activities and independent time to explore. Some of the activities that I was least excited about (like the Knights Templars tour) ended up being the most interesting and fun - a nice reminder to always keep an open mind. Sarah provided a nice overview of how to use the Paris metro system - this was fantastic! - I love that even after a few days I felt confident navigating the city using public transportation on my own. I loved the location of the hotel on Île Saint-Louis, and Hamid, the breakfast chef, was a real bright spot for everyone during the week. We had such a lovely group - everyone got along well and it was so nice to meet folks with common interests.

Catherine Efor StayCation Paris Christmas 2023 on Jan 03, 2024

???? STAYCATION PARIS CHRISTMAS 2023. ???? I had a wonderful time????! When I signed up, there was no set iterinary at least for us potential traveler, but I have traveled with Sarah enough to expect adventures and activities that are seldom available on others or must go/do. I have really enjoyed this Paris Staycation! Besides the activities you get to be part of a new family for a week! I know I have made friends and future travel companions for life❣️ Oh and the Hotel was smack in the middle of Paris, so beautiful, cook to order breakfast, place for you to relax, talk, unwimd, sip wine after a long productive day, and yes, no bedbugs LOL. transpo was not an issue at all. I want to talk about the activities but I want you to be suprised! Would I recommend this Staycation? Absolutely!

Aurolyn (Nylor) Mfor StayCation Paris Christmas 2023 on Jan 02, 2024
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Price: $3995 (International air not included) per person for a double room. Single Supplement is $910. We welcome singles and if you do not have a travel partner, please sign up for a single spot. In the event that a roommate is found, your booking can be changed to a double before final payment is due.

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What’s included: 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners, 2 lunches, and 6 nights lodging in a clean, comfortable, and centrally located hotel. All admissions, fees, and transportation for group activities, and private guides, tips included.

You can reserve a spot on this tour with a non-refundable deposit of $600.

The tour begins and ends in Paris, and the international airports there are CDG and ORY.

Please email with any questions info@adventureswithsarah.net

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