Paris for New Year | 2025/2026
Paris for New Year | 2025/2026
Paris for New Year | 2025/2026
4 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Paris, London
Tour operator:
Tour code:
WPNYA20
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
18-35
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Celebrate the New Year in style with our "Paris for New Year | 2025/2026" tour! Begin your adventure in London, taking in the stunning White Cliffs of Dover before crossing into France. Immerse yourself in the romance of Paris with a 3-course dinner in Montmartre, a scenic cruise on the River Seine, and visits to iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral. Learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house and ring in the New Year with a vibrant party in Pigalle. Conclude your journey with a final morning in Paris before returning to London. Join us for an unforgettable start to the year!
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: London To Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Dinner
How could next year NOT be incredible when it starts with you prancing around Paris?! Gather round and get ready to hit the road, the party starts pronto. Shortly before we find our ferry for France, we'll be taking in the English coastline beauty of the White Cliffs of Dover. They owe their gorgeousness to their composition of chalk - you're seeing things and we haven't even left the UK! We'll take in the history of World War I battlefields as we drive through the Valley of the Somme and Vimy Ridge. This sobering reminder of the war, and a historical talk will help us remind ourselves of the days gone by. Cheese, wine, blockbuster sights at every corner, museums, shopping - the list is endless and the good times are only just beginning. Tonight, we'll tuck into a delicious included dinner in Montmartre.
Day 2: Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wakey wakey folks! Today we’ll soak up the city from a new angle by taking an included cruise along the River Seine for some of the best views. Le Eiffel, the Musee d'Orsay, the Grand Palais - we’ll see them all and much more. Plus you'll have the chance to visit a French Perfumery to get scented for tomorrow!
Day 3: Paris
Location: Paris
Accommodation Name: Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Start dropping the “bonne annee” line as it’s NYE! Does it get better than this? We sure don't think so. Today, you've got some time to explore the pretty Parisian streets. Then, we're off to a party in neon-lit Pigalle (and start the countdown) with your Contiki fam. Time for Paris to show us how it's done.
Day 4: Paris To London
Location: London
Meals Included: Breakfast
One final morning to enjoy coffee, croissants and magical Parisian winter vibes before we make our way back home - with airport drop-off included too. It's been a blast, and it's safe to say you won't have seen the last of your new Contiki fam. One last dose of history before Dover. Check out those chalk-white cliffs one final time. Okay team, we've done all we can to sail you into the new year with style and a raging enthusiasm to travel. Now it's over to you. Au revoir!
What's Included
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Meals
1 Dinner and 3 Breakfasts are included.
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Sightseeing in Dover
See the iconic chalk-white coastline of Dover.
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Dinner in Montmartre
Enjoy a 3-course dinner with wine in the Montmartre neighborhood.
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Paris Landmarks Tour
Visit landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Louvre, Champs-Élysées, and Notre-Dame Cathedral.
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River Seine Cruise
Take a cruise on the River Seine to see the historic heart of Paris.
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Perfume Workshop
Learn the art of fragrance at a Parisian perfume house.
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New Year's Eve Party
Celebrate New Year's Eve with your Contiki crew in Paris' coolest district.
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Accommodation
Stay at Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar) for 3 nights.
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Airport Drop-off
Airport drop-off is included on the final day.
What's Not Included
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Flights
Flights to and from the starting location are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.
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Personal Expenses
Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.
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Optional Activities
Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the inclusions are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel from London to Paris by ferry, taking in the White Cliffs of Dover, and return to London with an included airport drop-off.
Accommodation
Stay at the Ibis Paris Porte D'Orleans Hotel (or similar), offering comfortable and convenient lodging in Paris.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of activities are included in the Paris tour?
The Paris tour includes a cruise along the River Seine, a visit to a French Perfumery, and a New Year's Eve party in the neon-lit Pigalle district.
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What historical sites will we see on the way to Paris?
On the way to Paris, you will see the White Cliffs of Dover and drive through the Valley of the Somme and Vimy Ridge, which are significant World War I battlefields.
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What can I expect on New Year's Eve in Paris?
On New Year's Eve, you will have time to explore the Parisian streets and then attend a party in the neon-lit Pigalle district with your Contiki group.
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Is there any included meal on the first night in Paris?
Yes, on the first night in Paris, you will have an included dinner in the Montmartre neighborhood.
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Will there be any free time to explore Paris on my own?
Yes, you will have some free time to explore the pretty Parisian streets on New Year's Eve.
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What is the final activity before returning to London?
The final activity before returning to London is enjoying coffee, croissants, and the magical Parisian winter vibes.
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Is there an airport drop-off included at the end of the tour?
Yes, an airport drop-off is included at the end of the tour.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
In 1961, a guy called John Anderson founded Contiki in New Zealand. Whilst later bought by The Travel Corporation, the tour company had already been using the name ‘Contiki’ since its inception.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Contiki trips are designed & operated exclusively for those aged 18-35 years. Your travelling companions will be like-minded adventurers within that age range. The age range is adhered to strictly.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® is our commitment to protect people, wildlife and the incredible planet we all share. Powered by The TreadRight Foundation, a non-profit organisation and Contiki’s guiding hand when it comes to making travel matter.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
All documentation will be sent via email around 21 days prior to your trip departure. You can also access information on your trip by signing up to My Contiki via the top right icon of the homepage.
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Low Deposit
Contiki requires a minimum deposit of 200 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of contiki charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 25% of booking price.
At 21 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 7 days before tour starts: Forfeit 75% of booking price.
At 1 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
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