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The Best of Paris 2026
Paris, France
Sep 21 - 27, 2026
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Go Away With Katie
$2,999
Deposit: $500

About your trip

Experience Paris the way it’s meant to be seen — effortlessly, beautifully, and with every detail taken care of for you. The Best of Paris Tour is a curated 7-day, 6-night journey through the city’s most iconic landmarks, hidden gems, charming neighborhoods, and unforgettable experiences.


From strolling through Montmartre’s winding streets to exploring the history of Notre Dame, savoring world-famous pastries, wandering palace gardens, and enjoying a magical Seine River Dinner Cruise, this trip is designed to give you the perfect blend of culture, beauty, and adventure.


You’ll stay in a 4-star boutique hotel, enjoy daily breakfast, and travel with a small, welcoming group led personally by Go Away With Katie — making this experience ideal for solo travelers, couples, and friends alike. Whether this is your first time in Paris or your tenth, you’ll see the city through fresh eyes with a carefully crafted itinerary that balances structure, freedom, and fun.


All you need to do is arrive — I’ll handle the rest.


Trip Highlights

✨ Stay in a 4-Star Boutique Hotel

Enjoy six nights at Hotel Toujours — centrally located, stylish, and perfectly Parisian.


✨ Daily Breakfast Included

Fuel up each morning with a classic Parisian breakfast before heading out to explore.


✨ Small Group Experience

A friendly, intimate group that’s perfect for solo travelers, girlfriends, and couples.


✨ Guided by Go Away With Katie

No planning, no stress — just show up and enjoy Paris while Katie handles the details.


✨ Explore Iconic Paris Landmarks

Notre Dame, Sainte-Chapelle, Palais Garnier, Arc de Triomphe, Versailles, Trocadéro, the Eiffel Tower at dusk, and more.


✨ Charming Neighborhood Walks

Wander through Montmartre, Le Marais, the Latin Quarter, and Place des Vosges.


✨ Historic + Cultural Experiences

Tour the Conciergerie, Panthéon, Victor Hugo’s House, Château de Vincennes, and the Louvre.


✨ Seine River Dinner Cruise (included)

A magical evening with views of Paris’ most beautiful monuments — the perfect farewell night.


✨ Photo-Friendly Locations Daily

Katie will help capture your memories so you can stay in the moment and return home with beautiful photos.


✨ Free Time to Explore

Enjoy pockets of freedom to shop, café-hop, take photos, or make Paris your own.


✨ Solo-Traveler Friendly

Join a supportive, welcoming group where friendships form naturally and no one ever feels alone.


Cancellation Policy

We understand that plans can change. Please review the cancellation terms carefully before booking:

Non-Refundable Deposit

All deposits are non-refundable. However, a future trip credit will be issued for the full deposit amount, which can be applied toward any future Go Away With Katie group trip.

Cancellations Made More Than 90 Days Before Departure

If you cancel more than 90 days before your trip’s start date:

  • Your deposit will be retained as a credit toward a future Go Away With Katie trip.

  • All other payments made will be fully refunded.

Cancellations Within 90 Days of Departure

If you cancel within 90 days of your trip’s start date:

  • No refunds will be issued for any payments, including the deposit.

  • At this stage, all local payments and reservations have been made, and funds are non-recoverable. (This is why you have Travel Insurance.)

What's included

6 Nights Accommodations

Centrally located Hotel Toujours, double occupancy. (Private room upgrades available for solo travelers.)

Daily Breakfast

A delicious start to each day before exploring Paris will be available to you right in the hotel.

Airport Transfers

Pick-up on arrival and drop-off on departure.

All Listed Tours

Activities & Entrance Fees Including Sainte-Chapelle, Conciergerie, Versailles, Louvre, Panthéon, Palais Garnier, and more.

Seine River Cruise

Farewell Dinner, A magical evening on the Seine with incredible views of Paris.

Personal Paris Guidance

From Go Away With Katie Your host, planner, photographer, and go-to gal for all things Paris.

Photo Opportunities

Katie helps capture your trip so you can stay present and enjoy the magic.

Small Group Experience

Perfect for solo travelers, girlfriends, and couples.

Pre-Trip Group Chat

Meet your fellow travelers, ask questions, and get excited.

Complete Packing List

Packing List + Pre-Trip Resources Everything you need to feel fully prepared and confident.

What's not included

Airfare

Flights are not included in the trip price. However, as a full-service travel agent, Katie is happy to assist you with finding and booking the best flights for your schedule and budget.

Meals Not Included

Most lunches and dinners are at your own expense. (Restaurants listed in the itinerary are for planning purposes only.)

Metro/RER Passes

Travelers will purchase their own Metro and train passes upon arrival. Katie will walk you through the entire setup process — you won’t be doing it alone.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is required for this trip. Your policy must cover the full cost of your trip and your flights.

Personal Expenses

Souvenirs, snacks, shopping, and optional activities during free time.

Passport Fees & Visas

A valid passport is required for travel to Europe, and it must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your return date. If you have questions Katie is happy to assist you.

Day 1

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Arrival in Paris + Settle In

Welcome to Paris! After landing, you’ll make your way to the airport train station, where Katie will be waiting to greet you. From there, she’ll help you get set up with your Metro/RER transportation pass and personally guide you on the train into the city.


Once we arrive near Hotel Toujours, you’ll check in, settle into your room, and take a moment to relax before we officially kick off our Paris adventure.


Planned Activities:

• Meet Katie at the airport train station

• Assistance purchasing your Metro/RER pass

• Travel together on the Metro/RER to the hotel

• Check in to Hotel Toujours and settle in

• Lunch near the hotel (location may vary based on arrival times)

• Visit to the historic Basilica of St. Denis


In the evening, we’ll enjoy our first dinner together at Le Relais de l’Entrecôte, famous for its incredible steak-frites and classic Parisian charm.


Included Today:

• Group welcome + Metro pass assistance

• Guided Metro/RER ride into the city

• Hotel check-in support

• Activities listed above


Meals:

• Breakfast: —

• Lunch: Not included

• Dinner: Le Relais de l’Entrecôte (not included)


Day 2

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Historic Paris + Le Marais

Today we dive into some of Paris’s most iconic architecture, historic neighborhoods, and charming hidden corners. You’ll explore grand landmarks, beautiful courtyards, and the beloved district of Le Marais, known for its cafés, boutiques, and timeless Parisian vibes.


We’ll move at a comfortable pace, stopping often for photos, pastries, and moments of “wow, I can’t believe I’m really here.”


Planned Activities:

• Visit Madeleine Church

• Explore the stunning Palais Garnier (The Opera House)

• Wander through Le Marais

• Stroll the elegant Place des Vosges

• Tour the Victor Hugo House

• See the historic Hôtel de Sully

• Walk through the Saint-Paul district

• Explore Château de Vincennes, a medieval fortress just outside Paris


Meals:

• Lunch: Café Hugo (not included)

• Dinner: Bouillon République (not included)


Included Today:

• Full guided day of sightseeing

• Entry to listed attractions

• Stunning photo opportunities throughout the day

• Support navigating the Metro and getting around Paris with ease


Day 3

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Île de la Cité + Latin Quarter Charm

Today we explore Île de la Cité, the birthplace of Paris, and step inside one of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Afterward, you’ll enjoy flexible free time in the lively Latin Quarter, where you can choose your own adventure with optional stops, cafés, shops, and historic corners.


Planned Activities:

• Visit the breathtaking Sainte-Chapelle

• Tour the historic Conciergerie

• Walk across Pont Neuf, the oldest bridge in Paris

• Enter and explore the interior of Notre-Dame Cathedral (line + entry included)

• Free time in the Latin Quarter to enjoy at your own pace


Optional Suggestions During Free Time:

(You may choose any of the following, or simply wander!)

• Browse Shakespeare & Company bookstore

• Visit Fontaine Saint-Michel

• Enjoy a cream puff from Odette

• Optional: Explore the Archaeological Crypt beneath Notre-Dame (Catacombs-style experience — tickets required; Katie can assist)


Meals:

• Lunch: Le Crème de Paris (not included)

• Dinner: Il Gigolo (not included)


Included Today:

• Guided visits to Sainte-Chapelle, Conciergerie, Pont Neuf, and Notre-Dame interior

• Free time in the Latin Quarter to explore independently

• Entry to listed attractions

• Photo assistance throughout the day


Day 4

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Left Bank Icons + Montmartre Magic

Today we explore Paris’s meaningful historic sites before heading up to the artistic hilltop neighborhood of Montmartre, where you’ll enjoy iconic views, charming streets, and a perfect mix of guided structure and free time.


Planned Activities:

• Visit the Panthéon, resting place of France’s most influential figures

• Step inside Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, home of the famous “Midnight in Paris” steps

• Stroll through the beautiful Jardin du Luxembourg

• Travel up to Montmartre and visit the breathtaking Sacré-Cœur Basilica

• Katie will walk the group to La Bohème du Tertre to show you where we’ll meet for dinner and explain the layout of Montmartre

• Free time to wander Montmartre at your own pace — enjoy the artists of Place du Tertre, local shops, cafés, and all the unique corners of this hilltop village

• Dinner together at La Bohème du Tertre

• After dinner, Katie will walk the group down the hill to the Moulin Rouge for a nighttime photo op — the red windmill lit up is an unforgettable sight


Meals:

• Lunch: La Crêperie (not included)

• Dinner: La Bohème du Tertre (not included)


Included Today:

• Guided visits to Panthéon, Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, and Jardin du Luxembourg

• Montmartre overview + dinner meeting point walkthrough

• Free time for independent exploration in Montmartre

• Evening walk to Moulin Rouge photo spot

• Photo assistance throughout the day

• Metro navigation and support


Day 5

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Arc de Triomphe, The Louvre & Iconic Paris Views

Today is all about exploring some of Paris’s most famous landmarks and grand boulevards, with stunning architecture, gardens, courtyards, and one of the world’s most celebrated museums. This day includes classics, postcard-perfect views, and endless photo opportunities.


Planned Activities:

• View the Arc de Triomphe

• Walk through Place de la Concorde, rich with French history

• Stroll the Jardin des Tuileries, one of the most beautiful gardens in Paris

• Visit Église Saint-Roch, a stunning lesser-known church

• Explore the world-famous Musée du Louvre

• Wander through Palais Royal and its beautiful gardens and iconic striped columns

• Experience the Eiffel Tower at dusk, a magical Paris moment


Meals:

• Lunch: Le Musset (not included)

• Dinner: L’Éclair on Rue Cler (not included)


Included Today:

• Guided visits to listed landmarks

• Louvre entry

• Eiffel Tower at dusk viewing

• Metro navigation support

• Photo assistance throughout the day


Day 6

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Versailles Day Trip + Farewell Seine Dinner Cruise

Your final full day in Paris is truly unforgettable. Today we venture outside the city to explore the opulent world of Château de Versailles, followed by a magical evening back in Paris aboard a Seine River Dinner Cruise — the perfect way to end our week together.


Planned Activities:

• Take the RER train to Château de Versailles

• Explore the magnificent Hall of Mirrors, Royal Apartments, and sprawling palace grounds

• Enjoy free time to wander the Gardens of Versailles at your own pace — fountains, pathways, sculptures, and endless beauty

• Return to Paris in the afternoon

• Visit Trocadéro for classic Eiffel Tower views

• Walk across Passerelle Debilly for unique riverside photo opportunities

• Board the Bateaux Parisiens Seine River Dinner Cruise for your Farewell Dinner (this meal is included)

– Enjoy a multi-course meal

– See Paris illuminated at night

– Celebrate an incredible week together


Meals:

• Lunch: TBA in Versailles (not included; depends on schedule)

• Dinner: Bateaux Parisiens Dinner Cruise — Included


Included Today:

• Versailles entry

• Round-trip train transportation

• Eiffel Tower photo stops at Trocadéro + Passerelle Debilly

• Seine River Dinner Cruise with full meal included

• Photo assistance throughout the day

• Metro + RER navigation support


Day 7

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Departure Day

It’s time to say au revoir to Paris. After breakfast, you’ll check out of the hotel and prepare for your journey home. Katie will coordinate group Uber or taxi transportation to the airport based on your individual flight times, making your departure smooth and stress-free.


Depending on when you fly out, you may have a little extra time in the morning to grab one last croissant, soak in the views, or pick up any final souvenirs.


Planned Activities:

• Breakfast at the hotel

• Check out of Hotel Toujours

• Group Uber/taxi transfers to the airport arranged by Katie

• Fly home


Included Today:

• Breakfast

• Coordinated group airport transfer (Uber/taxi)

• Departure support from Katie


Meals:

• Breakfast: Included

• Lunch: —

• Dinner: —


Note: Please plan to arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before your international flight. Katie will coordinate departure timing to ensure everyone gets to the airport comfortably and on schedule.



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About your organizer

Hi, I’m Katie! I’m a Registered Nurse turned travel host who believes life is too short to wait for “someday.” After raising three amazing kids and years in the ER, I was burned out and ready for more than living for vacations—I wanted a life I didn’t need to escape from. In 2018 I discovered my passion for creating group trips filled with adventure, connection, and joy. Whether traveling solo or with my fiancé, my mission is to help you say yes to new experiences and rediscover yourself along the way.

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