Overview

 

What's included

• 7 nights accommodation in 4- or 5-star hotels
• Private transfers, tours and excursions
• Tickets for dance performances during your stay in Paris & London
• Daily buffet breakfast
• Special dinners
• Entrance fees, tax & service charges
• Flight arrangements and travel insurance available upon request

Upcoming Ballet Performances:

Spartacus (English National Ballet) - July
Giselle (English National Ballet) - July
Triple Bill: Farukh Ruzimatov - July

Swan Lake, National Ballet of China (Royal Opera House) - July
Raise the Red Lantern, National Ballet of China (Royal Opera House) - Aug

Swan Lake, Guangdong Acrobatic Troupe of China (Royal Opera House) - Aug

New York City Ballet (Paris) - Sept

Hommage à Jerome Robbins (Paris Opera Ballet) - Sept

The Sleeping Beauty (English National Ballet) - Dec

The Nutcracker (English National Ballet) - Dec

Raymonda (Paris Opera Ballet) - Dec

Sample Itinerary

 

Sample Itinerary

 

Day 1
Arrive in Paris, check into hotel and rest before dinner.

 

Day 2
Your day begins with a tour of Paris in a minibus, escorted by a local guide.  This half-day sightseeing tour traces the 2000-year history of Paris covering Rivoli street and the Champs Elysees to the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower.  Highlights also include Grand Palais, the Louvre with its glass pyramid, and Notre Dame cathedral. You will cross over to the Marais district before arriving at the left bank and the Latin Quarter to see the Pantheon, the Luxembourg gardens, and the Invalides.

The evening features a ballet performance of the renowned Paris Opera Ballet at either the opulent Palais Garnier or contemporary Opera Bastille.

 

Day 3
In the morning, a guided tour of the Palais Garnier will introduce you to the opera house's history, its architecture and the activities that take place within it.

Later, you will make your way to Montmartre, the lively artist district, which was the site of the greatest painting movements of the 19th and 20th century. After a funicular ride to the summit, your guide will take you through the charming, narrow streets, while giving information about the district's history. You’ll see the Moulin de la Galette and the Sacre Coeur Basilica. A contemporary dance performance at Theatre des Champs Elysees will end the day.

 

Day 4
You will be guided through the major sections of the Louvre to view the gallery of Italian painters, the Egyptian antiquities, the Venus of Milo, Mona Lisa and the Winged Victory of Samothrace. Your guide will then leave you on your own to deepen your knowledge or to shop in the galleria of the museum. 

 

In the evening you will have dinner at the Altitude 95 restaurant on the 1st floor of the Eiffel Tower, overlooking the Seine and the Trocadero. After dinner, you will depart on a cruise along the Seine and under the bridges of Paris to discover why Paris is called the City of Light.

 

Day 5
A three-hour train ride through the Chunnel on the Eurostar high-speed train will bring you to London.  After checking into your hotel and taking a rest, you will attend an evening performance of the Royal Ballet at the Royal Opera House.  

Day 6
A morning tour will introduce you to London's West End, Westminster Abbey, Big Ben, and the Houses of Parliament, as well as Downing Street, residence of the prime minister. Next up is Trafalgar Square for the changing of the guard at Buckingham Palace and, from there, lunch at one of London's award-winning pubs. After lunch you will enjoy the superb riverside views on the Thames River cruise. Then you will visit the 900-year-old Tower of London, housing the Crown Jewels and, finally, venture on to St. Paul's Cathedral.

The evening features a contemporary dance performance at Sadler’s Wells or a classical production of the English National Ballet at the London Coliseum. Before the performance, you will have the opportunity to participate in an informal pre-performance talk to gain an insight into the creation of the production, see costumes in close detail, meet members of the orchestra and watch the dancers participate in their warm-up class. 

 

Day 7
The next morning, you'll take a fantastic tour of the Royal Opera House, which features a walk through the backstage areas, set design and costume workshops as well as the dance studios for a rare opportunity to see the Royal Ballet company taking their warm-up class. At certain times of the year, open rehearsals are held by select ballet companies at various venues throughout the city.

 

Hotel Recommendations

 

Hotel Edouard VII - Paris

Great location between the Opera and the Louvre, close to shopping and sightseeing. Successfully combines aristocratic Edwardian heritage with modern styling.

 

 

 

Hotel Madeleine Plaza - Paris

Overlooking Place Madeleine, this newly renovated hotel offers lots of character and a warm welcome.

 

 

 

Kenilworth Hotel - London

Near the British Museum and the famous literary connections of Bloomsbury. A combination of classic and modern style.

 

 

 

Jurys Great Russell St - London

Located near the British Museum and Oxford/Bond Street Shopping in an historic building with attention to classic details.

 

 

 

If you prefer a different hotel, let us know. We're happy to make other suggestions. We also may need to substitute other options according to availability.

FAQs

 

How do I make a booking?

1. Submit a quote request through our online request form or by contacting us at 888.212.1573.

 

2. We will send you a quote based on your unique preferences. Should you wish to make a booking, phone us to provide your credit card details and fax us a signed booking form, which we will provide with your quote. 

A deposit will be required at the time of booking. The amount of the deposit depends on which services you choose. Prices and reservations are not confirmed until your deposit and booking form are received by Inspired Diversions. 

 

Immediately upon receipt of deposit and booking form, you will receive a confirmation. Within 2 weeks of departure, you will receive your final itinerary, instructions and necessary travel documents. We may also be able to email you the documents sooner than this date. Each traveler is responsible for obtaining and carrying a valid passport.

 

By booking with Inspired Diversions, you understand that Inspired Diversions acts as an agent for carefully selected service providers, all of which are independently owned and managed.

 

When do I pay for the trip?

In most cases, your final balance will be due no later than 8 weeks before departure (the exact date will be shown on your quote). If you book a tour within 8 weeks of departure full payment is due on booking. Some packages will require full payment regardless of deparure date.
 
What are the cancellation and refund policies?

Policies will vary according to services provided. These policies will be provided to you with your quote. Cancellations are only accepted in writing. Also, any changes may incur fees.

 

Should I buy travel insurance?

Travel insurance, which is available at an extra cost, is highly recommended. If insurance is not taken out with Inspired Diversions, a waiver must be signed.

 

Are theater tickets refundable?

Event tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

All theaters reserve the right to make any revisions or cancellations of the program deemed necessary. Should a performance be cancelled by the theater for any reason, a cash refund on the face value of the ticket only may be available directly from the box office on the date of the cancelled performance. You may also be able to exchange your tickets for another date within the production run. It is your responsibility to obtain refunds directly from the box office. No refund will be offered for additional booking fees or processing fees added by Inspired Diversions or its partners.

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