Christmas in Paris

Christmastime in Paris can be downright magical, and there are few places in town that are better for Yuletide cheer than the charming area around Note-Dame Cathedral. With this small group tour, your guide will take you into the famous cathedral, where you'll have a chance to see the nativity scene before making your way to a traditional Christmas market, full of stalls selling food and gifts - you'll even get to sample some local treats.

Celebrate the holiday season in true French fashion with this gourmet walking tour through Paris. Visit a traditional European Christmas market to sample seasonal treats, and stop at festively decorated sweet shops to taste holiday favorites such as gingerbread, chocolate Yule logs, and spiced wine. Learn about the regional tradition of the 13 Desserts of Christmas, and warm up with a hot beverage at a cozy Parisian tearoom. Numbers are limited to eight for an intimate, small-group experience.

Spend a celebratory Christmas Eve or Christmas day gliding down the River Seine on an elegant Bateaux Parisiens dining cruise. Toast to your friends and loved ones with a glass of Champagne while admiring waterside views of the UNESCO-listed riverbanks and landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame, the Louvre, and Mus ee d'Orsay. Take a seat in your chosen section for a gourmet, 5-course dinner accompanied by wine and live entertainment for a truly memorable holiday.

Celebrate the festive season in style with a private 4.5-hour Christmas tour of Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte from Paris. Enjoy a self-guided audio tour of the 17th-century château, peeking into the lavish state rooms and hearing about the château's fascinating history and how it served as the inspiration for the Palace of Versailles. With Christmas just around the corner, Vaux-le-Vicomte will be at its fairy-tale best, with festive decorations, a glittering Christmas tree and tables heaped with seasonal treats.

Spend an unforgettable Christmas at the Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte outside Paris during a 4.5-hour day trip to this 17th-century castle. Take a tour of the Baroque chateau with an informative audio guide, trying to imagine what life was like for the people who once lived there. Then explore the pretty gardens, illuminated with Christmas lights. Period costumes are on hand for children to get into character.

Experience the festive magic of Paris by going on a Paris Christmas Illuminations Private Tour. Take the stress out of traveling on crowded public transport by having a private chauffeur for the day. You'll travel between dispersed sites in a comfortable vehicle and see multiple landmarks on one tour including the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower, and the Champs Elysees. Highlights of the tour include seeing Galeries Lafayette's window displays, and having delicious snacks and mulled wine at a Holiday Market.

Enhance the enchantment of Christmastime on this 1.5- or 2-hour cruise on the Seine River in Paris. Perfect for couples, this romantic experience includes a 3-course meal, a cocktail, and a bottle of Bordeaux wine. Sail past the illuminated landmarks of the City of Lights, including the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, and the Louvre, as you pleasure your palate with French classics prepared by an award-winning chef. Vegetarian food and non-alcoholic drink options are available.

During the holiday season, explore Paris on this private tour that takes you to some of the best decorated areas in the city. Your guide shows you neighborhoods you might not have found on your own, so you can admire the holiday atmosphere. Pass main attractions such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Pont Alexander III on your way. Plus, enjoy seasonal snack and a glass of mulled wine before using your included ticket to hop on the Ferris wheel that overlooks Champs-Elys ees.