Beyond the Eiffel Tower: Stunning Views & Wine
Paris, France
From USD 57.05
Office phone number: +34 677618087
Beyond the Eiffel Tower: Stunning Views & Wine
Paris, France
Culture shock rating
Worried we’re going to shock your senses? Relax! We believe part of the fun of travel is immersing yourself in the destination and its culture, meeting the people, and learning what makes the place tick. We’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The cultural shock rating ranks how different the experience is from most Western cultures. But no matter the level, don’t worry, you’ll have a local, in-the-know guide with you every step of the way.
Low
Consider these tours your 101 intro to a place. Transportation might be private or a very comfortable public option, and the activities are usually visits to iconic sites and locations that are familiar to most Western cultures – but that will still give you fantastic insight into a destination.
Medium
Expect to rough it for parts of this tour, whether that’s on a packed public bus or in a local market off the tourist trail. There might be a few language barriers or unfamiliar cultural customs, and you’ll get an experience different from what you're used to at home.
High
You're out there in the global community! We’re going to take you down streets you’d rarely explore on your own, introduce you to local customs and languages, and take you for a ride in whatever transport is available. Get ready to take it as it comes, whatever comes. There might be a shock, but oh man, it’s worth it.
Physical rating
Worried our tours are too tough? Relax! From leisurely strolls to muscle-burning treks, we’ve got a wide range of tours with something for everybody. The physical grading gives you an idea of how much huffing and puffing you can expect on the tour.
Low
Slow and steady is all you need here. These tours have very limited physical activity, such as walking relatively flat streets, sites, or markets, and climbing in and out of the transport provided.
Medium
Not too hard, not too soft, these tours are just right! You can expect a bit of physical activity, but nothing overly challenging – perhaps walking up and down hills, riding a bike for up to 30 kilometers along mostly flat terrain, or jumping in a kayak for a gentle paddle on flat water.
High
Get ready for a workout! These tours are our most challenging and involve intense walking, hiking, kayaking, swimming, or bike riding. You could be making steep climbs by foot or pedal, or working your core in the water. We recommend you have a good level of fitness to join this tour.
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Tour snapshot
Get your camera ready, join a local guide and prepare for some epic views of the Eiffel Tower. But not just any views – these are the views only locals know about. In addition to amazing photo ops you’ll also explore off the beaten path to discover the charming area of Passy, with its pedestrian streets and hidden alleyways. Stop in a local market, enjoy a decadent pastry, and cap off your tour with a glass of wine in an unexpected venue. What could be better?
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Highlights
- Admire some of the most stunning views of the Eiffel Tower only known by locals
- Stroll through the breathtaking local cemetery of Passy
- Taste a decadent, buttery pastry in a local bakery
- Sip a glass of wine in a former monk’s medieval wine cellar
- Explore the small narrow lanes of the Passy neighbourhood, nicknamed the “village” by locals
Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour:
- During the tour you will hear about the water fountains in Paris and how to fill up your bottle instead of buying new ones.
- You will also learn about the “weird” or “scandalous” social housing policy of this wealthy neighbourhood.
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Schedule details
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Meeting point:
17 Place du Trocadéro et du 11 Novembre, in front of the entrance of the Musée de l'Homme & de la Marine. Your host will be holding an Airbnb/Urban Adventures sign. (Métro Trocadero exit number 6).
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- Starting time: 10.00 AM
- Ending point:
Pont de Bir-Hakeim
Language: English
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, one delicious pastry, one glass of wine.
Exclusions: Items of a personal nature, tips or gratuities for your guide.
Meet your local guide at Trocadero, which offers one of the most iconic views of the Eiffel Tower. There you’ll hear about its rich history, from the sabotage that stopped Hitler from climbing to the top, to the memorable jump of a parachute pioneer.
From there you’ll step back from the crowds to enter a peaceful Parisian cemetery. You’ll hear about some of the famous people buried there while glancing at the Eiffel Tower between the cathedral-like graves.
You’ll then move on through one of Paris’ cutest and most hidden gardens before getting more amazing views of the tower that only locals know about.
The experience continues with a visit to the charming Passy area that few tourists ever see. You'll stroll through some gorgeous pedestrian streets and see the local market filled with delicious local products. You’ll also stop in a bakery to taste a decadently buttery pastry.
Following your pastry stop, you’ll head past the former house of Balzac (one of France’s most famous writers) nestled in a lovely lane, which looks as if it’s being taken from a countryside village far from the heart of Paris!
After a stroll through another park, you’ll enter a former 15th century monastery cellar now converted into a museum. There you’ll hear about the history of vineyards in Paris, while sipping a glass of wine.
Finally, you’ll head onto an iconic bridge where your experience will end with one last stunning view of the Eiffel Tower for a final photo opportunity! Before you go, don’t forget to ask your local guide for tips on what else to see and do in Paris.
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Additional information
Inclusions: Local English-speaking guide, one delicious pastry, one glass of wine.
Exclusions: Items of a personal nature, tips or gratuities for your guide.
Dress standard: Standard dress, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella, depending on the weather.
Your Trip: For your Urban Adventure you will be in a small group of a maximum of 12 people.
Confirmation of booking: If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We'll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.
Closure of sites: As with any big city, hours of businesses can vary or change unexpectedly. In such an event, we will provide an alternate place to visit.
Child Policy: This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of 6 and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of 6 are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of 6. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.
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Dietary Notes
We can accommodate vegetarians and other dietary restrictions. Please notify us in advance if you have any dietary requests. You can do so in the ‘Additional information’ box at checkout, or by emailing us at paris@urbanadventures.com.
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Local contact
Office phone number: +34 677618087
Email address: paris@urbanadventures.com
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