My trip starts in the capital of France- Paris! Check in at the Hotel Westminster Opera
Hotel Westminster Opera (13 Rue De La Paix, Paris, 75002 France). The room rate is $295 and includes complimentary wired and wireless internet, hair dryer, toiletries, and daily newspaper.
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Place Vendôme Morning Tour
The massive column in the center of this square was built to honor one of Napoleon's victories. It is made from over 100 cannon plates. Napoleon stands at the top holding a sword and a globe. During the 1871, the column was taken down but was rebuilt later.
Many famous people lived on this square including Chopin.
Make sure to have your picture taken in this historic sqaure.
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The Louvre Afternoon Tour
Enjoy lunch at one of the 15 resturants at the Louvre. If the weather is nice, you can sit outside and enjoy the gardents. Check online for room closures as you plan your tour. Here are several things you will not want to miss:
You can take a virtual tour of this upscale resturant here. This will be an upscale- check out the menu here. If you party is interested, there is a six course menu for the entire table.
Today you will depart (via taxi) to the train station for the hour trip to Chartres. You will need to leave early so you can view the famous Rose window during the day. This cathedral is built in the French Gothic style and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. After visiting the cathedral, walk through the town and purchase bread and cheese for a meal on the train ride back to Paris.
When?
Wednesday, May 1, 2013, 07:30 AM
Where?
Cathedral of Chartres, Cloître Notre Dame, Chartres, France
