We are a Parisian team passionate about detail and service. Enjoy your perfect, tailor-made tour created by a local expert with the ideal itinerary to visit almost all of the city during your layover all in the comfort of a panoramic car. While you will be spending most of your time in a vehicle, you can keep peace of mind knowing that we insist to make your journey with zero-emission as we use the best electric cars, such as Tesla, for your tour. Whether you are planning for a short stay or if you are coming early morning, it’s a great tour to explore Paris before your check-in. If you have requested a photo session with a professional, create a surprise for your beloved, proposal set-up, etc., you can ask us to manage it for you.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Thu, Oct 15
Group price
$411 per group of up to 15
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 13.
Tour Options
Group Tour (Max. 15 Guests) 5 hours
Duration: 5 hours
Bus: Paris private bus tour: Guide included!
Pickup included
Private SUV Tour (5 Guests) 4 hours
Duration: 4 hours
Peugeot 5008: Upgrade your experience with a spacious SUV for your group of up to 5 people.
Pickup included
Private Van - (Max. 6 Guests) 5 hours
Duration: 5 hours
MercedesV-Class or equivalent : Experience Paris in style with a private Mercedes-Benz van during your layover
Pickup included
Paris Private Layover Tour
Our Classic Layover Tour: Our tour guide will pick up and drop off visitors at the airport in a comfortable and spacious sedan.
Pickup included
Christmas Lights & City Sights 4 hours
Duration: 4 hours: This exclusive option lasts precisely 4 hours, maximizing your viewing time of the city's festive lights and major landmarks.
Christmas Lights Circuit: The itinerary is specifically tailored to showcase the most spectacular Christmas light displays and beautifully illuminated
Seasonal Theme: This is a special, seasonal offering focused entirely on the magical ambiance and illumination of Paris during the Christmas
Pickup included
Itinerary
Eiffel Tower
Admission not included35 min
The driver will drop you to the Trocadéro where you can admire the Eiffel Tower and take picture. You will be able to walk to the Champs de mars if the timing is appropriate.
Arc de Triomphe
15 min
a short photo stop at the iconic Arc de Triomphe.
Grand Palais
Pass by
You will continue your visit to the Invalides, Pont Alexandre III and Grand Palais.
Place de la Concorde
5 min
You will pass by the place de la Concorde to admire the Luxor Obelisk
Palais Garnier
Admission not included5 min
You will be standing on the Place de l'Opéra to admire one of the most important historical monument in Paris
Place Vendome
5 min
We will stop at Place Vandome to view the prestigious shops around and Napoleon's column.
Louvre Museum
Admission not included25 min
We will make a stop at the Louvre, where, if time permits, you may stroll to the glass pyramid and take in the breathtaking architecture of the museum.
Basilique Du Sacre-Coeur De Montmartre
45 min
From the top of the hill, you will be able to see all of Paris and the stunning Basilique Sacre-Coeur.
What's included
Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
Panoramic car
Pick-up and Drop-off
All Fees and Taxes
Air-conditioned vehicle
Not included
Entrance tickets to the monuments
Pickup Locations & Times
The driver will contact you via WhatsApp to share the exact meeting place on the day of the tour.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.9
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Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Paris Private Guided Layover Tours take?
Paris Private Guided Layover Tours lasts about 4–5 hours. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Paris Private Guided Layover Tours cost?
Prices start at $411 per person for this Paris experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 5 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Paris Private Guided Layover Tours run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
Can I cancel Paris Private Guided Layover Tours for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. The driver will contact you via WhatsApp to share the exact meeting place on the day of the tour.
Pickup points include Charles De Gaulle Airport, Orly Field.
What languages is Paris Private Guided Layover Tours offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Paris Private Guided Layover Tours worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 232 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by AskMaya.
Reviews(232)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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ranamP325LM
October 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ If you're looking for a tour guide in Paris, book Fadi Z. Seriously.
I don't usually leave reviews, but Fadi deserves this one.
What made him different is that he actually listened. Before we started, he asked what I cared about and what I wanted out of the day, and then he built the entire tour around that. It wasn't a script or a generic route, it was my tour. He never once rushed me, let me take my time at every stop, and was patient and kind the whole way through.
He's also incredibly knowledgeable. I learned so much about Paris, but it never felt like a history lecture, he shares things in a way that makes you fall in love with the city. And beyond that, he's just a genuinely good person: warm, helpful, and easy to be around. I felt completely taken care of from start to finish.
I'm already planning my next trip back, and there was never any question, I'll be hiring Fadi again.
If you're on the fence about booking a guide, get off the fence and book him. It was the best decision I made in Paris, and it'll be yours too.
Thank you, Fadi. See you next time!
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58pattia
September 29, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A fun informative tour
Fadi, my tour guide, gave a fun and informative opportunity to see some of the best of Paris. I enjoyed the stops along the way for photo opps and our talks about life as a Paris local. I recommend this tour to anyone.
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Patrick_A
September 27, 2026 · via Viator
We were only visiting...
We were only visiting Paris for about 6 hours from Paris after taking the Eurostar. Using Viator allowed us to see way more than if we tried to go on our own. Having someone knowledgeable of the area and expert driver in the area really helped us maximize our time there.
Fadi was so kind and helped my dad who also has difficulty walking
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Natasha_C
September 15, 2026 · via Viator
Excellent Layover Tour
We absolute love and recommend Fadi, he is very thorough, helpful, informative, punctual, and patient. I also would like to personally suggest an eSim if you are not from the EU so you can communicate without issues or spots where there is no signal. Thanks to Fadi, we were able to see a lot in our 12-hr layover. We were able to see the 16th arrondisement, Notre Dame, tour Eiffel from multiple angles, L'Arc de Triumph, memorial for the soldiers, ate at the quatier Latin (request), & more.
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Elizabeth_R
September 10, 2026 · via Viator
Great tour if you have limited time in Paris
Alain was our guide. He was knowledgeable and interesting. We saw all the highlights of the city in about 4.5 hours. He navigated the traffic and got us to great areas to see the sights.
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elizabethrI2674CE
September 10, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great option when you have limited time
We chose this though we didn't really have a layover. We arrived a day early for a 9 day World War II tour in Europe and wanted to see the highlights of Paris before checking into our hotel to rest one night before picking up our 9 day tour.
Our guide was Alain and he was helpful, knowledgeable and interesting to talk to.
We hit some unexpected traffic due to road closures but manged to see all we'd requested in about 4.5 hours.
The guides know how to navigate the roads & traffic in Paris and get you to the best viewing spots to see the important sights in a short period of time.
While pricier than a commercial tour or public transportation, it's worth it for a fast tour of the landmarks of Paris.
Communication with Maya and Alain was seamless and accurate but you do need to use the WhatsApp app.
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Jan_S
August 31, 2026 · via Viator
A Good Overview
This is a great way to get a snapshot of the city when you're short in time and want to see the highlights.
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Andrea_S
August 28, 2026 · via Viator
Prefect Day in Paris
Alian was an amazing tour guide and he accommodated all of our ideas! He ran us around all over Paris! I highly recommend! He even helped us find a gluten free restaurant so I could also enjoy French cuisine!
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Nicholas_B
August 13, 2026 · via Viator
Excellent layover trip
Had an amazing layover trip w fadi. Was so outgoing and helpful. He shared tons of amazing information and was super efficient tailoring an experience based around the time we had available. We feel like we did everything we wanted in one day and so much more. The car and communication on when and where to be picked were also great.
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Christina_S
August 9, 2026 · via Viator
Great Layover Tour
We had an 8 hour layover in Paris and decided to do a quick tour. My brother and his family were staying in Paris so I requested a stop at a specific place near the Eiffel Tower which they were able to accommodate. Communication was great. Flora picked us up on time at the airport in a comfortable van. We met Fadi, our guide, in the city. He was great and was able to give us a lot of info in the short amount of time we had. He also took amazing photos of our whole family. After our quick tour, Flora got us back to the airport with plenty of time to get our flight. Highly recommend for a quick layover tour!
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