Paris Airport Layover Tour
Overview
Grab the opportunity and make the most out of your layover by discovering the best this city has to offer! And if you have any concerns about your tight schedule, Welcome has everything under control. At a desired time, an experienced English-speaking professional driver will pick you up from the airport in a private vehicle. Our drivers are not licensed to accompany you into the sights but are very knowledgeable of the places visited and will provide all the necessary historical information and their local perspective.
Admire the marvelous architecture of the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Opera Garnier and the large Place Vendôme. Drive down the Champs-Élysées Avenue and end up before the Arc de Triomphe. Get carried away by the magnitude of the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre museum and head towards the Montmartre Hill to admire the Basilica of the Sacré Cœur on its summit.
At the end of the tour, your driver will drop you off to the airport on time for your departure.
What's Included
- Fuel and Tolls
- Airport Pickup & Dropoff
- Water
- WiFi on board
- 1-Hour Complimentary waiting time
- All taxes and handling charges
- Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
- Meals and beverages
- Tips and Gratuities
- Eiffel Tower
- Grand Palais
- Opera Garnier
- Louvre Museum
- Musée d’Orsay
- Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and dropoff from Charles De Gaulle Airport and Orly Field are offered. There are two options; a 2-hour tour and a 4-hour one. It is advisable that you have at least 4 and 7 hours gap, respectively, between your flights. Kindly note that there is one-hour complimentary waiting time after your scheduled pickup time. If your flight is delayed, then the additional 1-hour waiting time begins at the time of your arrival. If you have any inquiries or wish to adjust the itinerary contact us right after your booking.Your Welcome Pickups driver will be waiting for you at the selected pickup location and time.Before your ride, you’ll receive your driver’s details — including their name, phone number, and car information — so you can easily recognize them.Your driver will arrive on time and be ready to assist you and any special requests before starting your journey.Kindly share any special requirements, such as traveling with a service animal or needing extra assistance, when booking your ride. This ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for you.
What To Expect
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Eiffel Tower
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Champs-Elysees
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grand Palais
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Moulin Rouge
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Palais Garnier
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Place Vendome
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Louvre Museum
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Musee d'Orsay
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Luxembourg Gardens
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- For 1-4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs, or bikes) may be subject to restrictions—please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage can be accommodated. Please note: If your group consists of 4 travelers and each person has large luggage, a minivan may be required for a comfortable fit. To ensure a minivan is assigned, please make the booking for 5 passengers.
- Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
- Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.
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The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Fuel and Tolls.
- Airport Pickup & Dropoff.
- Water.
- WiFi on board.
- 1-Hour Complimentary waiting time.
- All taxes and handling charges.
- Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide.
- Meals and beverages.
- Tips and Gratuities.
- Eiffel Tower.
- Grand Palais.
- Opera Garnier.
- Louvre Museum.
- Musée d’Orsay.
- Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions.
The minimum age to participate is 1..
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Paris Airport Layover Tour is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Paris Airport Layover Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Fuel and Tolls
- Airport Pickup & Dropoff
- Water
- WiFi on board
- 1-Hour Complimentary waiting time
- All taxes and handling charges
- Professional English-speaking local driver/informal guide
- Meals and beverages
- Tips and Gratuities
- Eiffel Tower
- Grand Palais
- Opera Garnier
- Louvre Museum
- Musée d’Orsay
- Licensed guides available to accompany you inside the attractions
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- For 1-4 people: A comfortable sedan will be assigned to your group.
- For 5-8 people: A spacious minivan will be assigned to your group.
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs, or bikes) may be subject to restrictions—please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage can be accommodated. Please note: If your group consists of 4 travelers and each person has large luggage, a minivan may be required for a comfortable fit. To ensure a minivan is assigned, please make the booking for 5 passengers.
- Throughout your ride, our drivers serve as informal local guides—sharing stories, history, and local tips at every stop. Please note that drivers are not permitted to enter museums or archaeological areas, but they’ll ensure you make the most of your visit with suggestions and background information before you explore on your own.
- Some stops on your itinerary may be closed on the date of travel due to public holidays, maintenance or special events. We recommend verifying opening hours on the attraction’s official website or contacting us before your tour. If a stop is unexpectedly closed, we will try to offer a suitable alternative.
