France · PRIVATE
Good private tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Capture polished Eiffel Tower portraits with a private local photographer, guided posing, edited digital photos, and delivery within 48 hours.
“Benoit was fantastic (he definitely knows his angles)! My friend and I were very lucky to have him taking our photos. It was a great way to memorialize our Eiffel Tower visit! Thank you Benoit!!”
Cruise Paris privately on the Seine with Champagne, treats, music, landmark views, and a friendly captain for up to four people.
“Must do in Paris. Especially if you are tight on time. Got to see a great shot of all the sights with an excellent knowledgeable and entertaining captain. Great experience”
Review of Paris private airport transfers from CDG or Orly, with practical pickup advice, vehicle details, pricing, risks, and booking tips.
“Was excellent I have used your services many times for many years and will continue to do so. Great company”
Review of Paris private airport transfer from CDG or Orly, including pickup, vehicle space, pricing, delays, luggage rules, and booking advice.
“Other than communication barrier the ride and the pick up process was great. The driver was friendly and knowledgeable. The driver was on time and reach as soon as I landed.”
Taste Montmartre through French cheese, pastries, crêpes, wine, and a custom picnic on a private 3.5-hour walking tour.
“Mattheiu was awesome! He is a local who grew up in the area and was able to share the history and his pride exuded as we walked through the village. The cheeses and bread were incredible!”
Review of the Louvre timed-entry ticket, with self-guided and private guide options, early access details, costs, entry tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Arrived 20 minutes early. Line moved well and we were in museum by scheduled entry time. No problems encountered.”
A focused 90-minute Louvre tour with a private guide, famous masterpieces, flexible interests, and a separate museum ticket to arrange.
“Requested a refund but have not had response from Viator in 3 day. We arrived at meeting point at 3:45 pm for our 4 pm tour. Waited until 4:25 pm. No tour guide showed up. Since it was Saturday it was “After hours” & We were not able to contact viator thru their “live chat”. Tried to minimize our losses (198 EU for 2 people on this private tour) and enter Louvre using our separately purchased 4 pm Louvre entrance tickets. Unable to enter b/c Louvre closed entrance at 4 pm. (Due to security concerns) Louvre representative did give us a voucher to apply for a refund for the louvre…”
Review of the Musée d’Orsay small-group tour in Paris, with six-person groups, reserved entry, top Impressionist works, pricing, and practical tips.
“Our tour guide, Lilly, was outstanding. She made everything easy to see and understand - especially with kids of varying ages.”
Explore Lyon’s secret traboules with a local guide, tracing silk, politics, religion, and Resistance history through Vieux Lyon.
“We enjoyed a fabulous tour of the traboules in Lyon with Yannick. He is clearly passionate about them and loves sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm with others. We learned so much! I would highly recommend this tour to family and friends.”
See Paris from a vintage motorcycle sidecar with a private English-speaking guide, flexible routes, famous sights, local streets, and memorable photo stops.
“This is a great fun way to see the sites of Paris. We had two bikes for a family of 4. Our guides were very nice and made the experience great. I would recommend to anyone for their visit to Paris.”
See the Louvre’s essential masterpieces with a private family guide, skip the ticket line, and keep children engaged in two focused hours.
“Ivan, our guide, was very entertaining and knowledgeable. We have taken one of these tours 2 years ago but we still learnt something new other than revisiting the highlights. Ivan kept it at a very good pace and both parents and teenage daughters thoroughly enjoyed the 2 hours with him. Thank you!”
Review of Paris private hotel transfers to CDG or Orly, with honest advice on timing, vehicle choices, communication, price, and value.
“Pick up was on time. Friendly, helpful. Played nice music. Driver helped us with our luggage. Delightful.”
See the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay in one guided half-day, with skip-the-line entry, expert art commentary, and a small group of six.
“Kotryna is an excellent guide: extremely knowledgeable about many subjects and very accessible. Highly remimmend.”
Explore Omaha, Utah, Pointe du Hoc, and Sainte-Mère-Église on a private Bayeux D-Day tour with hotel pickup and expert guides.
“Mathew was really wonderful! We had such a great day! It was very fitting because at Omaha beach, it was cold and rainy but by the time we got to Utah beach, it was sunny and beautiful. Highly recommend this tour!”
Review of Paris private airport transfers from CDG or Orly, with personal pickup, luggage help, clean vehicles, flight monitoring, and practical booking advice.
“He was very professional and kind. This company communicate with you before your flight. I used this company before and would use it again.”
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