Day 1: Arrival & Bastille (4 Dec 2025)
17:20
Arrival at CDG
Arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) via BA 318.
Notes: Clear immigration and customs (approx. 1 hour).
18:30
Travel to Hotel
RER B to Châtelet–Les Halles, change to Métro Line 1 to Bastille.
19:30
20:00
Day 2: Art, History & Food (5 Dec 2025)
09:00
Louvre Museum
Visit the Louvre Museum.
Transport: Métro Line 1 from Bastille to Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre.
Notes: Booking a time slot is mandatory.
12:30
Vietnamese Lunch
Lunch at Pho Tai.
Transport: Métro Line 7 from Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre to Tolbiac.
Notes: Authentic Vietnamese food in the 13th arr.
14:00
Sainte-Chapelle
Explore Île de la Cité & Sainte-Chapelle.
Transport: Métro Line 7 from Tolbiac to Châtelet, then a short walk.
Notes: Book tickets for Sainte-Chapelle in advance.
16:30
Musée d'Orsay
Visit the Musée d'Orsay.
Transport: RER C from Saint-Michel Notre-Dame to Musée d'Orsay.
Notes: Home to Impressionist masterpieces.
19:30
Dinner
Dinner at Le Bouillon Chartier.
Transport: Métro Line 12 (Solférino to Madeleine), change to Line 8 (to Grands Boulevards).
Notes: Historic and affordable French brasserie.
21:30
Eiffel Tower by Night
Experience the Eiffel Tower light show.
Transport: Métro Line 9 from Grands Boulevards to Trocadéro.
Notes: Book tickets well in advance to go up.
22:30
Return to Hotel
Transport: Métro Line 6 (Trocadéro to Nation), change to Line 1 (to Bastille).
Day 3: Montmartre & Departure (6 Dec 2025)
09:00
Montmartre & Sacré-Cœur
Explore the charming neighbourhood and basilica.
Transport: Métro Line 1 (Bastille to Concorde), change to Line 12 (to Abbesses).
Notes: Enjoy panoramic city views.
11:00
Shopping & Galleries
Browse the local shops and art galleries.
12:30
Final Lunch
Choose a local bistro in Montmartre.
13:30
Travel to CDG Airport
From Bastille, take Métro Line 1 to Châtelet–Les Halles, change to RER B.
Notes: Arrive at the airport by 14:20.
16:20
Departure
Depart from CDG on BA 311.
Book in Advance
- Louvre Museum: Booking a time slot is mandatory.
- Sainte-Chapelle: Booking is strongly recommended.
- Eiffel Tower: Tickets sell out weeks in advance.
Important Notes
- Public Transport: The Paris Métro is very efficient. Consider a Navigo Découverte pass.
- Safety: Be mindful of your belongings, especially in crowded areas and on public transport.
- Pace: This itinerary is designed to be engaging but not overly strenuous.
Packing List
- Warm, waterproof winter coat
- Layered clothing (sweaters, etc.)
- Comfortable, waterproof shoes
- Hat, gloves, and scarf
- Umbrella
- Smart-casual outfits
- Portable power bank
- Type E travel adapter