Day 1: Arrival in Paris & Eiffel Tower
Upon arrival at Charles de Gaulle Airport, your personal chauffeur will be waiting to greet you in the Arrivals Hall.
You’ll be transferred by private car to your hotel, where you can relax after your journey. If you wish, our expert tour planners can arrange a visit to the Eiffel Tower to begin your Parisian experience in style.
Optional Private Walking Tour of Paris
Enhance your first day with a privately guided walking tour, taking in several of the city’s most iconic landmarks, including the Arc de Triomphe, Montmartre and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, the Champs-Élysées, culminating on the banks of the River Seine.
Your expert guide will share the history, stories, and hidden details behind these world-famous sights for an unforgettable introduction to the City of Light.
Day 2: Private Tours in Paris
Your tour starts today with a visit to the Louvre, home to some of the World’s most precious artworks, famous for the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo.
Louvre Private Tour
This stunning building is also home to over 35,000 works of art. Not only is the Louvre the most visited museum in the World, but it is also the largest museum, with galleries spanning 15 acres!
In fact, if you were to spend 30 seconds looking at each piece of art housed in the museum, it would take over 100 days! Our private tour planners will consult with you to help plan your visit before you arrive in the country. This will enable you to spend more time with your private guide at the exhibitions and masterpieces that mean the most to you.
Musee de L’Orangerie Private Tour
Next, visit the Orangerie museum, home of Monet’s incredible Water Lilies, which features a permanent exhibition as well as works by Cezanne, Modigliani, and Picasso, to name a few of the famous artists displayed at this museum.
The museum is located in the Tuileries garden, close to the Louvre, where you can enjoy a stroll along the banks of the Seine after your private tour.
Day 3: Paris to Strasbourg
Today, you leave the bustle of Paris behind and glide east toward the storybook landscapes of Alsace.
The most efficient way to reach Alsace is by high-speed TGV, which takes just 1 hour and 45 minutes. Should you prefer a Travel Companion to assist with luggage, boarding, and a seamless station experience, our team will happily arrange an English-speaking escort.
Your TGV arrives directly in central Strasbourg, the capital of the Bas-Rhin. Upon arrival, your private chauffeur will greet you on the platform and drive you to your hotel, your comfortable base for the next four days.
Private Food & Wine Tasting in Strasbourg
If you prefer a gentle, sensory-focused afternoon after your arrival, we can arrange a private food-and-wine tasting experience that introduces you to the distinctive flavours of Alsace.
Your local gastronomic guide will lead you through a curated selection of Strasbourg’s finest artisanal shops and tasting rooms, beginning in the historic heart of the city. This relaxed, immersive experience showcases the unique blend of French and German influences that define Alsatian cuisine.
Your tasting stops may include:
- An authentic cheese affineur, where you sample Munster fermier paired with regional spices such as cumin—an Alsatian hallmark.
- A traditional bakery, offering fresh kougelhopf, the light, delicately sweet brioche baked in the region’s iconic moulds.
- An artisanal charcuterie house, with tastings of smoked meats, jambon cru, and local pâtés.
- A boutique wine cellar, where a sommelier guides you through Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, and Crémant d’Alsace—highlighting the region’s remarkable terroir.
Day 4: Strasbourg Cathedral & Historic River Cruise
Prepare to dive into the deep historical soul of Strasbourg today as you explore its landmark cathedral and glide along its storied waterways.
Strasbourg Cathedral Private Tour
This morning begins at the magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral, an extraordinary Gothic masterpiece.
Initially begun in 1015, it evolved into its current Gothic form from 1225 onward, with earlier structures replaced as new artistic styles surged through Europe.
Today it stands as the 6th-largest church in the World and the largest to have been built entirely during the Middle Ages, featuring soaring interiors, ornate carvings, stained glass, and the famous Astronomical Clock.
Strasbourg River Cruise
In the afternoon, shift from dramatic heights to serene waterways as you embark on a private river cruise through the heart of the city.
Your guide will unfold Strasbourg’s complex history while you travel past centuries-old buildings, leafy embankments, and charming riverfront homes.
The cruise takes you into Petite France, a postcard-perfect district filled with 16th-century half-timbered houses leaning over the canals. You’ll also pass through the locks near the Vauban Dam, an impressive example of 17th-century engineering that still regulates the river levels today.
End your day with dinner at one of Strasbourg’s refined canal-side restaurants, the perfect place to dine as the city lights shimmer on the water.
Day 5: Orangerie Park & Petite France Discovery
After yesterday’s architectural marvels, today offers a gentler rhythm, strolling through expansive gardens, discovering local traditions, and wandering through Strasbourg’s most enchanting quarter.
Parc de l’Orangerie
Your morning begins in the peaceful Orangerie, Strasbourg’s oldest public park. Created in the 17th century, it has matured into a tranquil haven with leafy paths, ornamental ponds, and expansive lawns.
The park is also famously home to Alsace’s beloved storks. Their enormous nests sit perched high in the trees, and you’ll almost certainly spot a few. This region proudly celebrates the stork as a symbol of good luck and prosperity.
Walking Tour of Petite France
In the afternoon, your guide leads you into Petite France, a neighborhood that feels lifted from an illustrated storybook. Colorful timber-framed houses line narrow cobblestone streets, flower boxes spill over every balcony, and the canals reflect centuries of Alsatian history.
Stop to enjoy regional specialties, perhaps choucroute garnie or a slice of flammkuchen, in a cozy traditional bistro. Continue your stroll to Place Gutenberg, one of Strasbourg’s liveliest squares and home to a monument honoring Johannes Gutenberg, who advanced the printing press right here in the city.
Spend the rest of your day soaking in the atmosphere of the old town before returning to your hotel at leisure.
Day 6: Colmar, A Storybook Alsatian Treasure
Often described as the fairy-tale town of France, Colmar is one of the country’s most consistently celebrated and photogenic villages. Your day begins with a gentle exploration of its immaculately preserved medieval centre, where every winding lane reveals pastel-painted timbered houses, overhanging balconies, and window boxes overflowing with colour.
Little Venice & the Old Quarter
A highlight of your morning is the Quai des Poissonniers, lovingly known as Petite Venise.
Here, rows of brightly painted half-timbered houses line the canal in a picture-perfect tableau of bridges, flowers, and shimmering water reflections. Every home is meticulously cared for, and the pride of the residents is evident in every detail, from shutters to carvings, even the tidy cobblestones.
Private Alsace Wine Tasting
After lunch, your chauffeur takes you into wine country for an intimate tasting at one of Colmar’s celebrated, award-winning domaines.
With your wine expert, you’ll sample regional icons such as Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Pinot Gris, and Silvaner, learning how Alsace’s sunshine, altitude, and mineral-rich soils produce wines unlike anywhere else in France.
Day 7: Alsace Villages – Obernai & Molsheim
Your final day in Alsace takes you beyond Strasbourg to two of the region’s most charming and culturally rich villages, each offering its own distinct personality and heritage.
Obernai: Medieval Charm & Alsatian Traditions
Your morning begins in the impossibly pretty town of Obernai, nestled among rolling vineyards less than 40 minutes from Strasbourg. Once the home of Saint Odile, Alsace’s patron saint, the town proudly displays a fountain dedicated to her outside its handsome town hall.
Stroll the colourful streets and admire landmarks such as the Halles aux Blés (the old wheat market), the stately Clock Tower, and El Biar Castle, built on the grounds of an ancient flour mill and named after a district in Algiers.
Obernai’s beauty lies not only in its architecture but in its atmosphere — a harmonious blend of medieval character and warm village life.
Molsheim – Birthplace of the Bugatti
In the afternoon, continue to Molsheim, a stylish village known worldwide as the birthplace of the Bugatti motor car.
While the town itself is a gem of Alsatian architecture, the highlight is undoubtedly the Bugatti Museum, which traces Ettore Bugatti’s journey from crafting high-performance racing cars to creating some of the most desirable road cars ever built.
Just beside the museum, explore the serene La Chartreuse monastery, where raised herb gardens and orchards offer a peaceful contrast to the high-octane history next door.
After your private visits, your chauffeur returns you to Strasbourg to board the TGV back to Paris, where you connect with your international flight home, marking the end of your journey through the enchanting landscapes of Alsace.
FAQ: Best Of France 7 Day Private Tour
1. How Much Of The Tour Is Private?
Every day is fully private. You’ll enjoy your own driver-guide, chauffeured transport, and priority access at major sites.
2. Is The Tour Customisable?
Yes, from museum choices in Paris to winery stops in Alsace, every part of the itinerary can be adapted to your interests.
3. What Type Of Hotels Are Included?
You’ll stay in hand-picked, centrally located 5 or 4 star boutique hotels offering comfort, character, and premium service.
4. Can Families Take This Tour?
Absolutely. We adjust pacing, activities, and timing to suit families with children or multi-generational groups.
5. Will We Have Free Time?
Yes. Each day includes downtime for shopping, café stops, or exploring at your own pace.
6. When Is The Best Time To Visit?
Spring and autumn offer perfect weather, while December is magical for Strasbourg’s world-famous Christmas markets.
7. How Do We Book?
Simply send us your preferred dates and our France specialists will confirm availability and craft your personalised 7-day itinerary.
