Paris was created some 2,000 years ago and began at the City Island (Ile de la Cité). This tour captures the "Soul of Paris", with emphasis on the history and art of the Capital.
First, you will enjoy a guided tour by bus of the oldest quarters of Paris. Drive to the oldest part of the Capital and admire the Vendome Square and the Old Opera house - Le Louvre - Hôtel de Ville de Paris (City Hall) - Bastille Square - Rue Saint-Antoine - Marais District - Latin Quarter - Sorbonne - Collège de France - Panthéon - Luxemburg Gardens (Senate) - Saint-Germain des Prés.
During the city tour, the guide will give you a commentary about Paris monuments.
Next, take a short transfer on the Seine River to reach the Cité Island and for the return to the bus (except when the river is too high).
There you will take advantage of this specific Notre Dame de Paris tour to learn about all the history, architecture and art works of the Cathedral, thanks to an experimented guide. The guided visit will give you the opportunity to learn about the importance of the Cathedral in Parisians' life.
In case of Sunday mass at Notre Dame, the guide will describe for you the beautiful facade with its three portails, but the tour will not be allowed to travel inside the Cathedral.