Top Île-de-France Christmas Tours

Paris is known for its gastronomy, but visitors often find themselves in tourist traps. Visit locally loved foodie hot spots on this private food tour through Le Marais. From pastries and a classic cheese board to boeuf bourguignon and snails, enjoy a customized culinary journey through one of the city’s hippest neighborhoods with vegetarian options available. This tour requires a minimum of two participants.

Experience a unique and magical tour of the Christmas market Play on the day and time of your choice In an exceptional setting in the heart of the Jardin des Tuileries Photos and videos are saved directly to your smartphone A friendly moment with family, colleagues or friends!

Combine sightseeing, feasting, and getting into the holiday spirit with this Christmas lunch cruise. Climb aboard, enjoy an aperitif, and get ready for a festive afternoon. Sit down to a 3-course lunch with a bottle of wine, as you cruise past Paris's landmarks. Santa Claus might even make an appearance! Perfect for travelers looking to celebrate the season in style.

Zip around the boulevards and plazas of Paris on an action-packed 45-min, 90-min, or 3-hour Segway tour. Learn to operate your easy-to-use Segway, then follow your private guide on a scenic tour around the Champ de Mars, Champs-Elysées, and the Seine waterfront. Glide past Paris landmarks like Musée d'Orsay and the Grand Palais, and hop off along the way to snap photos of the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and the Arc de Triomphe.

Stroll the Champs-Élysées under twinkling holiday lights while a local guide shares the stories and traditions that define a Parisian Christmas. Along the way, warm up with two gourmet stops: spiced Alsatian gingerbread at Fortwenger and hot chocolate with macarons at Maison du Chocolat. Pass by the Grand Palais, Pont Alexandre III, and Les Invalides before finishing beneath the illuminated Arc de Triomphe.

During the holidays, Paris transforms into a winter wonderland. This Montmartre food tour includes festive tastings, visits to the Abbesses Christmas Market, a wine-and-cheese stop on Rue des Martyrs in the 9th arrondissement, and views of the last vineyard in Montmartre. Enjoy seasonal samples unique to this time of year and overcome the language barrier with ease.

Design your own personal perfume, or ‘parfum’ as the French call it, during this workshop in Paris. Learn about the different families of perfumes and tenacities of scents from a perfumer teacher, and then play with a range of scents to create three different perfumes. Take home your parfum of choice in a 50-ml bottle. This artistic experience is limited to eight people, ensuring a more memorable experience.

Discover a new perspective on the City of Light—and enjoy a uniquely festive way to explore—on this Christmas lights tour. Bundle up, grab a seat on the open-top bus, and bring along a camera to capture photos of the festive decorations along the way. Pass top Paris landmarks, from the Champs-Élysées and Eiffel Tower to Louvre Museum and beyond, and make use of the on-board audio guide to learn more about the sights.

Delve into the enchanting world of Christmas markets, a tradition that originated in Germany and Alsace and has blossomed into an integral part of Parisian year-end festivities since the 1990s. Extending their festive charm from the Tuileries to Les Halles and even to the La Défense Christmas village, these markets gracefully commandeer every nook and cranny of the city, delighting pedestrians at every turn. Paris, despite feeling the winter chill, welcomes the season with a unique allure that captivates all who venture into its embrace. Festive lights draped over iconic monuments cast a warm glow, enhancing the vibrant atmosphere of Christmas markets that dot the city's expansive boulevards and residential squares. The Paris Christmas markets infuse a special dose of holiday excitement into the traditional Parisian charm, with the Tuileries Garden market standing out as a highlight. Amidst a canopy of sparkling lights, wooden chalets offer a delightful array of hot Christmas drinks.

Experience Paris like never before on this exclusive Christmas Lights walking tour. Follow your local guide on an evening adventure through the glittering streets of Paris, exploring the holiday lights and decorations that make this season special. Discover iconic sites like the Palais Royal and Place Vendôme from a new perspective. In this intimate tour, your guide will take you through hidden passageways, introduce you to stunning churches, and share insider stories about French holiday traditions. Warm up with a cup of mulled wine or decadent hot chocolate, step inside stunning churches, savor traditional holiday sweets while enjoying an up-close and personal experience. Join a small group for a more intimate experience, this 2-hour tour guarantees an up-close look at the City of Lights. Immerse yourself in the magic of the season and enjoy Parisian highlights in an unforgettable way.

Make magical memories of Christmas in the City of Lights as you savor a gourmet 3-course lunch including a home-made French Yule log, with wine, cheese, tea or coffee aboard a classic Bateaux-Mouche cruise. Soak up sights such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame Cathedral as you glide along the Seine through a sleepy Paris to the sound of live music. Take home a special card to commemorate the day.

See how different parts of France celebrate the holidays in one tour with this 2-day private trip to Reims, Colmar, and Strasbourg. Perfect for travelers staying in Paris who don’t fancy navigating unfamiliar public transportation, enjoy pick-up from your accommodation as you then set off. This itinerary takes visitors to East France, stopping at charming villages and historic cities along the way. Enjoy guided tours, and festive markets, with plenty of opportunity to get a little Christmas shopping done.

Get your fashion fix in Paris with a private, 2-hour tour of the city’s most prestigious retail and design districts. Learn about the history of Parisian fashion and the hottest current brands and collections from a private guide with professional industry experience. Stroll along fashionable Rue Saint-Honoré, admire handcrafted jewelry, and see where local trendsetters shop, from vintage boutiques to design flagships.

Arrange for a stress-free ride to the Charles de Gaulle (CDG) or Orly (ORY) International Airport with this private transfer service. Meet your driver at your centrally located Paris hotel (postcode beginning with 75 only), and relax on the journey to the airport in an eco-friendly hybrid car or minivan (depending on the size of your group). Transfer services are available from 4am until 11pm, 7 days a week.

Get into the holiday spirit and combine dinner, sightseeing, and live entertainment on this Christmas Eve dinner cruise along the Seine River. Climb aboard your boat in the evening and settle in for a gourmet 3-course meal, with drinks. Take in views of Paris landmarks illuminated at night from the terrace and enjoy entertainment from a live singer and DJ sets.

Visit two magnificent French chateaux during the Christmas holidays. First of all, discover the castle of Fontainebleau, "the true house of Kings" where each King has lived since the Middle Ages. Then, be Nicolas Fouquet's guest for a day at Christmas at the Château de Vaux le Vicomte. Adorn yourself with the red velvet cape that will be loaned to you for the occasion and stroll through this magnificent decorated and lively castle. Many activities will be possible for everyone, such as the treasure hunt for children or the show “The King is Coming” for everyone. Refinement and the French art of living will be in the spotlight.

Experience the magic of Christmas in Bruges on a 1-day tour. Visit the Christmas markets on the Markt (Market Square) and on the Simon Stevinplein (Simon Stevin Square).

Experience the magic of Disney with a European twist with this 1-day package tour, including the dazzling Disney Illuminations show, complete with fireworks and light projections. Not only do you get a ticket to one or both Disneyland® Paris parks (depending on the option you select), but you are also provided with round-trip RER train tickets from Paris to the parks and back again.

Experience Paris at its most magical during the holiday season on this private Christmas Lights golf cart tour. Unlike larger group tours, this intimate experience lets you enjoy the city’s festive illuminations in comfort, with a personalized route through some of Paris’ most iconic landmarks and elegant holiday displays. Admire the sparkling Eiffel Tower, the beautifully decorated Champs-Élysées, Place Vendôme, Avenue Montaigne, and other enchanting sights as the city comes alive on a winter evening. Travel with a local driver-guide, stay warm with cozy blankets, and enjoy a relaxed, stylish way to discover the charm, romance, and beauty of Paris at Christmas.

The Chateau de Vaux-le-Vicomte is one of France's grandest castles and inspired Versailles, but it can be difficult to get to without a car. Skip the rentals or figuring out public transportation with this private tour from Paris that takes care of the transportation. Enjoy a festive winter experience as you travel by private vehicle to the chateau when it's decorated for Christmas.

Celebrate the holiday season in France and enjoy plenty of Christmas cheer on this 3-hour walking tour in Paris. Marvel at Galeries Lafayette’s magnificent festive decorations, take in panoramic views over the twinkling lights of Paris and delve into boutique shops to search for presents for loved ones back home. Taste traditional French festive delicacies like oysters, fois gras and macarons with Champagne, and enjoy personal attention from your guide on this small-group tour, limited to eight people.

Even though it’s delicious throughout the year, Paris’ food scene gets even better during the holiday season. But knowing where to find seasonal treats when you don’t speak the language is tough. This private festive food tour introduces you to lesser-known treats only available around Christmas and also takes you the best holiday light displays that you won’t find marked on the map.

Montmartre’s winding streets and hillside layout can make it confusing to explore without local insight. This guided walking tour provides a structured way to experience the neighborhood, starting in the heart of Montmartre and continuing up to the Sacre-Coeur Basilica for views across Paris. From there, walk through key areas such as the Place du Tertre while your guide shares stories that explain the neighborhood’s artistic past and everyday life.