Paris 4-Day Adventure

Day 1: Arrival & Orientation

Morning: Arrive at Charles de Gaulle Airport and take a taxi to your hotel in the 1st arrondissement. Drop off luggage and enjoy a light French pastry at a nearby café.

Afternoon: Stroll to the iconic Eiffel Tower, ascend to the second level for panoramic city views. Afterwards, wander along the Champ de Mars for photo opportunities.

Evening: Dine at a classic brasserie near Seine River and enjoy a twilight river cruise, spotting illuminated monuments.

Day 2: Classic Paris

Morning: Visit the world-renowned Louvre Museum and admire masterpieces like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo. Allocate time for the Egyptian and French galleries.

Afternoon: Walk through the historic Notre‑Dame Cathedral and explore its crypt and towers. Then meander through the nearby Latin Quarter for lively cafés.

Evening: Enjoy a dinner of coq au vin in the vibrant Le Marais district, followed by a leisurely stroll along the Seine to see the city lights.

Day 3: Art & Montmartre

Morning: Discover Impressionist works at the Musée d’Orsay and the modern collections at the Centre Pompidou. Take a short break at the museum cafés.

Afternoon: Take the funicular up to the hill of Montmartre to see the iconic Sacré‑Cœur Basilica and the artists’ square, Place du Tertre.

Evening: Savor dinner at a traditional Montmartre bistro, and enjoy live music at a local café while soaking in the bohemian atmosphere.

Day 4: Versailles Day Trip

Morning: Depart by train to the opulent Palace of Versailles, touring the Hall of Mirrors, the Royal Apartments, and the expansive gardens.

Afternoon: Continue exploring the Grand Trianon and the picturesque Orangerie. Return to Paris in the late afternoon.

Evening: Celebrate your final night with a gourmet dinner near the Champs‑Élysées and a stroll along the avenue to the Arc de Triomphe.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Eiffel Tower – 2 hours – €25 (ticket & elevator)
• Seine River Cruise – 1 hour – €15
• Louvre Museum – 3 hours – €17 (ticket) + €10 (audio guide)
• Notre‑Dame Cathedral – 1 hour – Free (donation €5)
• Musée d’Orsay – 2 hours – €14
• Centre Pompidou – 2 hours – €15
• Montmartre (Sacré‑Cœur) – 2 hours – Free
• Palace of Versailles – 5 hours – €20 (ticket) + €5 (gardens)
• Dining (average per meal) – 4 meals – €150
• Transportation (metro, train) – 4 days – €50
Total estimated cost: €341

Tips

If you have extra time, add a half‑day excursion to the nearby Versailles Gardens or a day trip to the Champagne region for tasting tours. Conversely, to shorten the trip, combine Day 2 and Day 3 activities by focusing on either the Louvre or Musée d’Orsay, and skip the evening river cruise, which saves both time and budget.