Paris+Nice: A Curated Escape
April 6-13, 2025
You can have Paris...
...AND Nice!
Experience Two Jewels of France: Paris and Nice!
Are you ready to broaden your horizons by stepping off the proverbial beaten path? This trip is for you if you...
want to dip your toes into France, and can't decide between stylish Paris and exquisite Nice
have already visited both cities, seen the highlights, and now want to explore the other lights
like to spend time with fun, interesting individuals looking for new experiences
enjoy traveling at a leisurely pace, which allows for serendipitous experiences
like having all the details arranged, so more time is spent enjoying the journey
are looking forward to tasting new foods, peering into unknown corners, and hearing the magical music of le français all about you
Upscale Accommodations
Come with us and experience the undiscovered parts of Paris and Nice
April 6-13, 2025
April 6-13, 2025
3 days strolling Paris like a Parisian along its picturesque cobblestone streets
1 luxurious day of rest spent aboard a southbound train
3 days soaking up the sun along the French Riviera
6 Travelers Only!
"I love Paris in the Springtime."
- Cole PorterParis in the spring is at its most seductive, inviting, and irresistible. The city is a riot of color and intoxicating scents. The days stretch longer and the markets brim with seasonal delights like white asparagus and sweet strawberries.
We’ll walk the streets and discover a Paris many people never see, exploring things we never knew existed. This is Paris insolite—unusual—the Parisian’s Paris, far from the madding crowds.
"Nice is not just a place, it's a feeling."
- unknown We will find Nice emerging into its most glorious with flowers blossoming and sun beaming down upon us. Imagine yourself walking along the beach with sparkling waves on one side and light music from the beach clubs on the other. You might think of Nice as just a beach town, but it's got a rich history and incredible beauty.
With the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean as our backdrop, we will explore the area in and around Nice. We will discover botanical gardens, walk the coast to hidden beaches, picnic next to Roman ruins, sample food specialties of the region, stroll the harbor (and take a boat ride, of course!), and marvel at the way the ocean can change from one shade of blue to a different shade of blue to yet another shade of blue!
We will stop to smell the flowers. We will follow our curiosity. We will take delight in the details. We will treat time as the special gift that it is. We are curious wanderers enjoying the opportunity to see things with fresh eyes and forge new connections - with ideas, with other people, with ourselves.
What will we be doing?
April 6 – Arrive in Paris! We will welcome you to the boutique hotel and allow you the evening to rest, unpack, and get comfortable as only you know how.
April 7, 8, & 9
Below is a list of a few things that could happen, knowing that we will leave space for special events that may be going on in Paris because interesting, fun things are always popping up! Weather affects an itinerary, too. It may be gorgeous, prompting a day designed around a park and its adjacent neighborhood. Or it may be a downpour, prompting us to duck inside and explore things. But with absolute certainty: The experiences we share in Paris exist only in Paris and are not for sale in any store. Here are some moments of joy we've experienced in the past:
strolling private passages filled with charm and history
exploring some of Paris’s abundant hidden curiosities
pausing for an impromptu ice cream, chocolat chaud, or glass of champagne
visiting an artisan’s atelier
stopping to watch a street artist create a new work, or a pâtissier decorate meringues
April 10 – Train travel to Nice – All aboard the “very fast train” to Nice! Lane will see you off at the station. Grab some reading material and sit back and relax as you are whisked to the French Riviera in less than 6 hours. Libby will meet you upon arrival and escort you to your hotel in Nice. After a break, we will make our way to a lovely family-owned bistro for an authentic French dinner.
April 11 – Welcome to Nice – We will start with a walking tour for orientation, then have a picnic lunch with stunning views over the sea. Our afternoon will be spent wandering the harbor and will include an ocean excursion. After a break, we will meet up again for a delicious dinner at a local restaurant.
April 12 – Day trip to an unbelievably magnificent seaside villa with an immense botanical garden just outside of Nice. After our lunch there, we will stroll down to a hidden beach and we will walk along the coast with its stunning views. Ending up in a picturesque seaside town, we will either enjoy our happy hour or dinner, depending on our whims.
April 13 – For the morning, you’ll have several options! Savoring your hotel bed? Relaxing on the beach? Finding a few souvenirs? Strolling the market? People-watching from a comfortable café chair? Libby will work with the group and point or guide, depending on the group's wishes. We will then meet up for a food tour to sample the amazing, unique regional dishes. The evening will find us in the lap of luxury at an exclusive happy hour location.
April 14 – We will bid you adieu! We will help get you on your way to your next destination.
Depending on weather and our own interests and/or anything out of our control, this itinerary may be subject to change.
What will we eat?
Gastronomy is king in France! Not only will you not go hungry, but you will be treated to some of the most memorable meals of your life!
Where will we stay?
Paris
Just imagine indulging in your own room! As you can see, our dwellings for our time in France are luxurious, well-appointed, clean, and soothing. They are also well-situated within the cities for proximity to all the best stuff!
Nice
Amenities for both hotels include: private, en suite bath, hairdryer, air conditioning, free WiFi, and television. Breakfast is included. 24 hour reception. Room decor and configurations differ.
A note from your guides, Lane and Libby
Lane Rosenthal, Paris Off Script
Bonjour! I’m Lane, your friend in Paris. I am an expert in things other than the highlights of Paris. Those things that French writer Georges Perec described as “what happens when nothing happens.” Historical walkways, secret gardens, unexplored neighborhoods, the places we don’t see because we’re off looking at something else—these are my haunts. I breathe life into the rich stories they hold, stories of how Paris came to be Paris.
My superpowers? Curiosity, enthusiasm, energy, and a sense of humor. I bring experience, creativity, and fluency in French to enlighten each guided visit. Paris is my passion. So bring your curiosity, your sense of awe, and your sense of humor and let’s be flâneurs together.
Libby Cecchi, Gallivant & Traipse
Hello, woman who loves to travel! You're excited about exploring the world and have a long list of places to see. You like to walk and meet new people and you take care of yourself and also you say yes to that decadent crêpe FOR SURE. (When in France, eat like the French!) We've created this trip for you!
I will be your guide in Nice. I absolutely love being in France and I would love to show you what I have discovered! You will be dazzled by the magnificence of its architecture, struck by its natural beauty, and charmed by the warmth of the French. Like Lane says, let's be flâneurs - sophisticated, observant individuals who take pleasure in the act of wandering and the art of observation. This person embodies a certain philosophical and aesthetic approach to life - you betcha, that's us!
Specific Details
Cost: €7,750
€1,200 deposit required to reserve your place
Like all G&T and Paris Off Script tours, this is a SUPER SMALL group! Limited to 6 travelers. First come, first served
Arrival day is April 6th and we will meet at the hotel in Paris. Your adventure will begin with breakfast the next morning
Departure day is April 14. After breakfast, Libby will stay in the hotel to bid each one of you adieu, and ensure you are on your way to your next destination
All the goodies of the trip:
except for your plane ticket, this trip is ALL INCLUSIVE
your own room for 8 nights (without a single supplement)
Paris-Nice high speed train one-way ticket
breakfast, lunch, and dinner every day
all activity fees for pre-arranged engagements (examples: tickets, transportation, materials)
no planning for you - we've made the arrangements so you can sit back and relax
semi-private tour, with only up to 5 other travelers
our expertise: guidance, knowledge, French proficiency, inside information, and amazing curated adventures
What's not included:
airfare and all airport transfers
personal excursions, purchases, and meals
honesty bar / mini bar usage
passport, visa, or any other travel fees
gratuities
travel insurance (highly recommended)
Other Logistics & Policies
Reservation & Payment
In order to reserve your place, we request a non-refundable deposit of €1,200. This is due upon registration. Each slot on this voyage is on a first-come, first-served basis. We can accept PayPal (which can be processed with your credit card), Venmo, Zelle, or check. Full payment will be due 120 days before departure - on December 7, 2024.
Insurance
We highly encourage you to research and obtain insurance coverage. We are not an insurance agency so we cannot recommend any particular policy.
Transportation
Airfare and airport transfers are not included in the tour. You will be responsible for all transportation up until the time that you step into the Paris hotel and after you leave the hotel in Nice at the end of the tour.
Necessary transportation during the tour is included. Like, for instance, TGV train tickets from Paris to Nice.
Activity Level
This is an active walking tour - which is the best part about European towns!
Cancellations and refunds
If you decide to cancel for any reason, the refund policy is as follows:
if you cancel anytime up to and including 120 days before departure, you will receive 50% refund of your payments (minus the non-refundable deposit)
if you cancel with less than 120 days before departure date, the entire tour cost is non-refundable
Cancellations must be sent to G&T in writing to the G&T email address libby@gallivantandtraipse.com
G&T reserves the right to cancel a tour prior to departure for any reason whatsoever. This includes things like acts of God, strikes, war, and insufficient participant number, but is not inclusive of these examples. G&T has no obligations to tour members on cancelled trips including any additional costs or fees related to the issuance and/or cancellation of airline tickets or other travel reservations not made by G&T. Due to the nature of the travel industry, G&T often makes significant payments to suppliers well in advance of travel. If a trip is cancelled for a reason that would prevent the departure of a trip, G&T would do its best to recuperate as much as possible and remit any funds which hadn’t yet been paid out to its suppliers. However, G&T does not guarantee recovery of any or all the advance payments made. Upon completion, G&T shall be released from any further liability. This should serve as a reminder to research and obtain travel coverage.
If exploring France has been your dream, when are you going to make that happen? Guess what: that someday is today! This is the sign!
Can you find the resources for this trip? Absolutely. Do you have the time for this trip? Absolutely. So, what's stopping you from joining us?!!