You are staying in Paris for a day or more?
Want to make the most of it?
Not a big fan of those impersonal group tours where you seek for the guide's little flag?
Care for a typical Bistrot or try the best pastries as you hear about the history of Paris?
Then drop your compass, your binoculars and come discover the secrets and hidden wanders of our beautiful capital with a local native!
My name is William. I'm an upbeat 26 y.o bilingual postgraduate with great interest in French History and Paris. I love to walk its narrow streets, spot vestige, and help visitors imagining life in the old days !
The "City of Lights" has a lot to offer, and one will always have new things to discover and learn!
Whether you wish to get a quick snap of the major landmarks (Sacré Coeur, Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Notre Dame...), get off the beaten and conventional tracks, or learn more about a specific borough (Marais, Montmartre, Latin Quarter) I will take you around and customize your visit.
And because France is not just about Paris -though many Parisians will tell you so! ;) -, I can also set up day trip tours to wonderful and historical sites outside the capital:
--> The "Impressionist Tour": Discover the magic of the Seine river banks that inspired many artists, visit Giverny and Claude Monet's house and garden, or see where Van Gogh finished his life and best artwork.
--> The "Bubbly Tour": Learn about the Champagne Region and its major city: Reims. Champagne house & cellars, the King's Cathedral, I'll take you to a unique place of sophistication and elegance.
--> The "Versailles Tour": We'll explore the Sun King's Castle, understand its hidden secrets, its remarkable gardens, and Marie-Antoinette's various "retreat area"!
So grab your phone or laptop, and let me handle the rest! :)
If you still have the smallest doubt I'd do the trick - and because I have no reviews yet since I just found out about Vayable (Thanks for existing by the way!) - here's what previous adventurers have to say about it (Through my ad on Craigslist!):
Brian B., USA:
"In July, 2013 I had the pleasure of using William as my tour guide while staying in Paris. William was a fountain of knowledge on the different sights that we visited and made the tours enjoyable and entertaining. William made numerous suggestions after listening to those places I wanted to see, and helped enhance my experience in the "city of lights". William also planned and drove me in his car when we visited Versailles for the day and continued on to Giverny to visit Monet's house and gardens. It was such a pleasure getting to know William that I have asked him to plan a trip to the south of France next year. I highly recommend William as the best tour guide for your stay in beautiful France."
David Steitz, Washington D.C, USA:
"Hiring William as my guide during my visit to Paris was the best investment I made during my European tour. William's expert knowledge of the city's sights and history, combined with his professional yet easy-going personality, made for an amazing adventure I'll always remember. William communicated with me by email before my arrival and customized an itinerary that included the major tourist spots on my bucket list as well as many of the far more interesting, off the beaten path stops he knew of. We explored the city by foot, bicycle and subway, enjoying an adventure well beyond any tourist bus experience. Whether you're a business traveler with only a little time to see a lot, or a tourist with several days to explore Paris, William is the best guide available."
The Epstein Family (James, Melissa, Olivia & Harrison), Sarasota, FL, USA:
"We had the pleasure of spending a very long and wonderful day in Paris with William in July 2013. It was easily the highlight of our trip to France. William was fantastic with our two teenagers and was able to easily switch from light conversation with them to fascinating discussions of French culture, politics and history. All of this while combing almost every part of Paris on foot, bike and tube: from the Champs-Elysees to Le Marais to Montmartre. Thanks to William we have a lifetime of wonderful memories from the City of Light. We would not hesitate to recommend him and to hopefully meet him again when we return."
The Harstfield Family (Lloyd, Patrice, Kate, Samantha), Texas, USA:
"William made it an amazing day in Paris! We saw all the wonderful sights. He was knowledgeable and used our time very wisely. We loved our time with him and would recommend his services to friends. We will use him again when we visit Paris!"
The Morris Family (Mark & Lisa), Texas, USA:
"My wife and I visited Paris for the first time and a colleague connected us with William. He was personal, well prepared for showing newbies around the city, and very flexible. My wife then toured with him for the next two days while I had to work :( but I was confident he would take good care of her. She had wonderful tours Champagne houses outside Paris as well as many more sites in and around the City of Lights. William added his own personal touch to the tours."
Vibha Jain, Hyderabad, India:
"I traveled solo to the south of France and William made it very comfortable for me.
His knowledge about his country is vast .
He is a true historian. What I particularly liked about him was his appreciation and flexibility.
He was very cooperative throughout the tour.
France? Second time with him?
For sure."
Bonjour, My name is William. I'm a 27 y.o upbeat Parisian living in southern Paris! After five years of study and graduating in International Business (London and Reims),I embarked on a new adventure: Drama studies! I'm currently in third year and learning great stuff on acting, french and foreign writers, history and human relations! I've organised tours in Paris and in France for the past two years. I have busy weeks, but I like it that way. When I don't work, I take time to go to the movies, see a play or just go to the pub with mates and have a nice pint!! (That's my English side talking). I also love traveling around France - and when the money's in the piggy bank - around the World (Last journey was in Western Uganda for charity work! What a treat!) There's nothing like getting lost in a different country and discover other cultures. Anyway, should you want a local guide to show you the unbeaten tracks and secret wanders in Paris, drop me an email and I'll answer back as soon as I leave stage! :) Merci Full profile
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