- Have you dreamed about
visiting the City of Lights, but
don't know where to start?
A Black Paris tour package
from Soul Planet Travel,
which includes airfare, hotel
accommodations, and a local
guide, may be the perfect
way for you to explore this
spectacular city. Taking one
of our Black Paris tours will
give the chance to meet
other people who have a
common interest with you.
Plus, if you want to have
some private time, you can
are a variety of people decide to visit Paris. No one can resist a
trip to the Eiffel Tower, and with museums such as the Louvre
and buildings such as the Palace of Versailles, art and history
buffs have much to do in the City of Lights.
provides you with a deeper connection to African culture and
heritage, consider taking one of Soul Planet Travels black Paris
tours. During our tour of Paris, in addition to seeing all the
popular attractions, you'll gain a deep appreciation for the role
that Africans played in shaping the city's history.
| With the rising exchange rate with the Euro. We scheduled this tour in November (non peak season) to keep the cost down. |
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| Paris Noir November 10-16th, 2008 |
TOUR PRICE INCLUSIONS
Suffren Tour Eiffel-Located at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, a short stroll from the Trocadero and the banks of the Seine, this hotel welcomes you in the heart of Paris in leafy and elegant surroundings. The Harmonies restaurant overlooking a beautiful garden, the Les Aromes piano bar and its terraces, the Ambiance M boutique and the fitness room all combine to make your stay unique. An ideal location to visit the city of lights. Tour Date: November 10- 16th, 2008 |
Day 1: Depart from New York City (JFK)
Overnight flight on Air France to Paris's Charles De Gaulle
airport.
Day 2: Welcome to Paris, Orientation and Welcome Dinner
at the Eiffel Tower
Welcome to Paris, After getting your Passport stamped at the
Paris Charles De Gaulle airport the group will be greeted at
the airport and transferred via private coach to our 4* hotel.
The first thing you will notice is the beautiful architecture and
the energy of Paris. This is the start of your Beyond Paris
adventure. After you unpack your bags, you can explore the
neighborhood, and just enjoy being in Paris.
In the evening you will join your fellow Soul Planet Travel
guests for a quick orientation. Then we will be picked up by our
local guide to a Welcome Dinner at the restaurant "Altitude 95"
which is situated on the 1st Floor of the Eiffel Tower.
Day 3: Black Paris Lecture and City Tour
Monique Y. Wells co-author of Paris Reflections: Walks
Through African-American Paris. She will present an overview
of African-American history with a focus on the 20th and 21st
centuries. (Essence of Black Paris tour guest will receive a
copy of this book) Learn about statesmen and soldiers as
well as artists and entertainers, and discover the story behind
the myth of a colorblind France. The lecture is followed by a
question and answer period. Wells has given this
presentation for excursions sponsored by the National
Association of Black Social Workers and by African-American
travel organizations in Paris, and at Barnard College, Howard
University, Texas Southern University and the Houston Public
Library in the U.S.
After lunch that afternoon we will go on a City tour of Paris via
private coach. Our Hostess for this tour is Ricki Stevenson of
Black Paris Tours.
Overnight flight on Air France to Paris's Charles De Gaulle
airport.
Day 2: Welcome to Paris, Orientation and Welcome Dinner
at the Eiffel Tower
Welcome to Paris, After getting your Passport stamped at the
Paris Charles De Gaulle airport the group will be greeted at
the airport and transferred via private coach to our 4* hotel.
The first thing you will notice is the beautiful architecture and
the energy of Paris. This is the start of your Beyond Paris
adventure. After you unpack your bags, you can explore the
neighborhood, and just enjoy being in Paris.
In the evening you will join your fellow Soul Planet Travel
guests for a quick orientation. Then we will be picked up by our
local guide to a Welcome Dinner at the restaurant "Altitude 95"
which is situated on the 1st Floor of the Eiffel Tower.
Day 3: Black Paris Lecture and City Tour
Monique Y. Wells co-author of Paris Reflections: Walks
Through African-American Paris. She will present an overview
of African-American history with a focus on the 20th and 21st
centuries. (Essence of Black Paris tour guest will receive a
copy of this book) Learn about statesmen and soldiers as
well as artists and entertainers, and discover the story behind
the myth of a colorblind France. The lecture is followed by a
question and answer period. Wells has given this
presentation for excursions sponsored by the National
Association of Black Social Workers and by African-American
travel organizations in Paris, and at Barnard College, Howard
University, Texas Southern University and the Houston Public
Library in the U.S.
After lunch that afternoon we will go on a City tour of Paris via
private coach. Our Hostess for this tour is Ricki Stevenson of
Black Paris Tours.
Day 4 and 6: Two full days of Leisure
You have two full days of leisure to explore Paris and surrounding
countryside on your own. Visit one of Paris's many world famous
museums like the Louvre (home of Mona Lisa) or the Orsey. Paris
has a brand new Musée du quai Branly’s with remarkable
collections from Oceania, Asia, Africa and the Americas. Fans of
African art should make their way to the Dapper Museum.
Take a day trip to Versailles or even London.
Day 5: Seine River Cruise - Departure Dinner
Starting with a beautiful luncheon cruiser on the river Seine. "During
this cruise you will enjoy fantastic lunch and experience an
unforgettable cruise through the heart of Paris in a unique setting
(From the Eiffel Tower starting point, the cruise follows the left bank
of the Seine all the way to the Finance Ministry at Bercy, and returns
to the Eiffel Tower via the right bank, passing by the Statue of
Liberty..). Completely transparent, the boats provide total and
perfect viewing of the beauty of Paris at night. During the cruise,
musicians, a solo violinist and singer, interpret celebrated French
and international classics. Enjoy "Ave Maria" as you pass Notre-
Dame and "La vie en Rose" as you sail under the bridges of Paris.
You will have the afternoon and evening at your leisure. This is our
last night in Paris and you can plan a fabulous farewell.
Day 7: Departure for JFK
This is the end of the Essence of Back Paris tour. Today you will be
picked up for you hotel for transfer back to the airport via private
coach.
Itinerary subject to change
You have two full days of leisure to explore Paris and surrounding
countryside on your own. Visit one of Paris's many world famous
museums like the Louvre (home of Mona Lisa) or the Orsey. Paris
has a brand new Musée du quai Branly’s with remarkable
collections from Oceania, Asia, Africa and the Americas. Fans of
African art should make their way to the Dapper Museum.
Take a day trip to Versailles or even London.
Day 5: Seine River Cruise - Departure Dinner
Starting with a beautiful luncheon cruiser on the river Seine. "During
this cruise you will enjoy fantastic lunch and experience an
unforgettable cruise through the heart of Paris in a unique setting
(From the Eiffel Tower starting point, the cruise follows the left bank
of the Seine all the way to the Finance Ministry at Bercy, and returns
to the Eiffel Tower via the right bank, passing by the Statue of
Liberty..). Completely transparent, the boats provide total and
perfect viewing of the beauty of Paris at night. During the cruise,
musicians, a solo violinist and singer, interpret celebrated French
and international classics. Enjoy "Ave Maria" as you pass Notre-
Dame and "La vie en Rose" as you sail under the bridges of Paris.
You will have the afternoon and evening at your leisure. This is our
last night in Paris and you can plan a fabulous farewell.
Day 7: Departure for JFK
This is the end of the Essence of Back Paris tour. Today you will be
picked up for you hotel for transfer back to the airport via private
coach.
Itinerary subject to change
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