The Traveling Professor Presents

  PARIS-THE CITY OF LIGHT 2014



Monday, April 7 to Sunday April 13  and Monday, October 6 to Sunday, October 12

April and October are perfect seasons to visit Paris.  The weather is delightful, the big crowds are gone.  Travel with a small group of 10-14 adults on an ambitious and exciting itinerary with a professional tour guide leading the way.

Professor Steve Solosky, author of “The Traveling Professor’s Guide to Paris” has custom-designed a culturally enriching and enjoyable 7-day, 6-night itinerary. Not only are the major sites like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Versailles and Musée Orsay on the schedule, but there are opportunities to experience hidden secrets of Paris.   Traveling with a small group accompanied by an expert guide affords an intimate and personalized view of the City of Light that cannot be found by visiting Paris on your own or with any other tour company.

Included on Your Trip:

• 6 Nights Accommodations in a charming, clean, comfortable, and quiet hotel in a safe, central location.  We’ll stay in the heart of Paris, on the historic Left Bank in the midst of Parisian cafés and bistros, local shops, and historic sites like Notre Dame and Luxembourg Gardens. All rooms have a private bath, shower, hair dryers and free wireless internet connections.
• Professional Tour Guide Services.   Art historian, gourmet, and long time resident of France, Elyse Rivin leads the tour.  Books or audio guides can’t compare to Elyse’s enlightening descriptions, explanations and answers to your questions about the great sites of Paris. 
• Trip to Versailles including VIP admission and RER train transportation.
• Seine River Cruise.    Enjoy a spectacular night-time cruise down the Seine.  The entire city sparkles before your eyes. 
• VIP Paid admission to over 60 attractions including the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, Pantheon, Centre Pompidou, Rodin Museum,  Napoleon’s Tomb,  Arc de Triomphe, Conciergerie, Arc de Triomphe, Cluny Museum, Orangerie Museum and more with NO waiting in line.  Each traveler will be issued a 6-day Museum Pass.
• Small group size limited to 10-14 travelers.  Move around the city quickly and efficiently.  Visit places big tour groups can’t get to. Dine at intimate and authentic Parisian restaurants.   Small group size allows for a flexible and personalized itinerary.
• Personalized, attentive service.  Your professional guide takes care of the details, serving as the group’s private concierge.  The Traveling Professor is available to guide your stay, and to offer personal advice on everything from dining to touring to shopping.
• Flexibility.  Each day we follow a well-planned itinerary based upon what YOU want to see.  And, if you wish to venture out on your own, we help plan a custom daily itinerary.
• Best of All – The cost is only $1,899 per person, double occupancy.  Stay extra nights for only $119 per person, double occupancy.   This trip is perfect for solo travelers at a single supplement of only $295.

The Normandy Invasion Beaches tour is offered as an add-on.  Included is R/T train from Paris where we will be headquartered for 2 nights at a charming Bayeux hotel.  A full day professionally guided Normandy Invasion Beaches tour including the American Cemetery, Utah & Omaha beaches, Pointe du Hoc, Longues-sur-Mer gun placements, St. Mere Eglise, plus other historic sites, battlefields, and monuments.  $479 per person, double occupancy.  This tour is conducted using a small late-model van holding up to 8 passengers so that we can get into areas that larger tours do not have access to.

Useful Notes:

• Hotels in Paris are smaller and have more "character" than those in the U.S. 
• The Professor will be more than happy to communicate with you prior to the trip via e-mail or telephone to answer questions or address concerns.
• Travelers must  be able to walk 2-3 miles daily, up and down stairs, and on different grades of pavement in order to enjoy the pace of the tour. 
• Airfare is NOT included.  This allows the most flexibility in planning a trip.  Travel insurance for the flight portion of the trip is recommended. 
• This trip is PERFECT for single travelers as well as accompanied travelers.

For More Information Contact Professor Solosky at info@travelingprofessor.com



 Frequently Asked Questions

Question:  Professor, how do you run your trips?

Answer:  About six weeks before we depart, each traveler is surveyed.  Based upon the responses, an itinerary is developed.    Travel with us using that plan, or explore independently.   If venturing on your own, go with our complete guidance, instruction, and tips in order to make the day productive and go smoothly.  Each evening we arrange for a group meal at an affordable, authentic restaurant for those who wish to join us.

Question:  Can you tell me more about how the trip is guided?

Answer:   Our extensive private guide services make The Professor’s trips stand out from the rest.   Guides are licensed and experienced professionals.   They accompany the group from start to finish, even staying in the same hotel.  Travelers take advantage of their expertise in French history, art, and culture.  Our guides are familiar with Paris only as a local can be.   An expert guide greatly enhances the Paris touring experience.  Combine this with our philosophy of small group travel for a tour that goes beyond what is offered elsewhere.

Question:   How do you prepare us for the trip?

Answer:  You’ll know exactly what to expect in terms of packing, money, language, customs, weather, and related issues.  You will be alerted of special activities such as art exhibits, concerts, and other events.   We’re happy to speak with you over the phone or by e-mail to answer any type of question or concern regarding the trip.

Question:   Do we meet as a group prior to our departure for Paris?

Answer:  In order to get economical and convenient flights, book from your city.   We’re able to help in finding a flight for you.  Fool-proof instruction (in print and video) on getting to the hotel from the airport is provided.

Question:  I am a solo traveler.  What is the single supplement?

Answer:  Usually, almost half of those on our trips are single travelers.   We’re able to put you in contact with other single travelers if looking to share a room. Otherwise the single supplement is about $295.

Question:  I have lots of questions and concerns regarding traveling to Paris.  Are you available to answer them?

Answer:  We strive to provide our customers with a something that is difficult to find these days – outstanding customer service with a personal touch.  We’re available to answer questions and address concerns – either by telephone call or email.  We are here to help.

Question:  Can I arrive earlier/later than the scheduled trip dates?

Answer:  Sure.   We’ll even book the hotel room for you. 

Question:  Why should I travel with a group?  Can’t I do this trip on my own?

Answer:   We take all of the frustration out of traveling independently.  It’s easier and more fun.  Our hotels are clean, comfortable, quiet and in terrific locations.  VIP, no-wait-in-line admission to museums and attractions is taken care of.  All the details (tickets, passes, reservations, etc.) are handled by us.   Itineraries are well-planned with YOUR input.  Because groups are small, we move around the city quickly and efficiently, faster than if you had to figure it out by yourself.   Our groups are friendly.  For all you get with this tour, it is impossible to do it less expensively on your own.  Most importantly, there’s no comparison to having a professional guide lead a trip as opposed to relying on guide books or audio guides.

Question:  Who goes on your trips?

Answer:  Trips are designed for adult travelers.   Most are between their mid-40’s and 60’s.   We do have older travelers and younger travelers.   Every group is different, but there are single travelers, friends traveling together, couples, mother/daughters, etc.    Our travelers are ambitious, active, and enjoy socializing.  Our tours are NOT for college students.

Question:  Can you help me get the best airfare?

Answer:  Absolutely.   Book a flight from your destination into Paris, and then back home to the United States.  We’ll help in finding the best air itinerary at the best price.

Question:  How do I book?

Send a $200 deposit per person made to “Traveling Professor LLC” and send to:  STEPHEN SOLOSKY, TRAVELING PROFESSOR.  PO BOX 747, GREAT BARRINGTON, MA 01230.   Deposits are fully refundable, no questions asked, up to 60 days before the trip begins.  After that, deposits may be applied to any available 2014/2015 trip.

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