David was an awesome guide. Very knowledgeable about Paris and showed us the major highlights since we had a 10 hour layover before our connecting flight. I highly recommend him !!
About Activity
What's Included
Includes
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Excludes
- Food and own expenses are not included in the tour
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Traveler pick up offered
Itinerary
Sacre-Coeur basilica View point ( you can see most of the city from the view point of Montmartre ) Place du Tertre ( artist square )
Stop to Trocadéro ( best view point to see the Eiffel tower ) You can walk to the tower from Trocadéro it's a short and lovely walk through the Seine river, Carrousel and crepes makers
A quick stop to the famous Arc de Triomphe to take pictures.
We will drive through the 1.2 mile of the mythic Champs Elysees avenue and discover the less famous monuments close by
The biggest square in France, with its famous Egyptian obelisk, mythic Crillon hotel and execution spot of Louis XVI and Marie Antoinette
On request during our stop to Concorde square you could discover this garden, property of the Louvre museum and take lovely pictures.
Discover this magnificient building, former home of the french kings in Paris. Today the most visited museum in the world, also famous for its pyramid On request and if time allows you could spend some time in the museum and visit the Mona Lisa and other marvels of the museum
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Reviews
We had a 10 hour delay getting there and they still accommodated us. Alain was our amazing guide, highly recommend him! We were so tired and frustrated from our flight experience and as soon as we got in the car and started hearing about the city our whole outlook on the trip changed and we had a fantastic time. We learned so much about Paris, got amazing photos and checked everything off our list. Thank you Alain for a fantastic tour!
Communication is excellent; David tells you exactly where he will pick you up, and the tour is very enjoyable and interesting, we were very tired after a red eye flight but he accommodated our needs.
David never rushed us and gave us 30-40 minutes at each stop to take pictures and explore a little. Notified us when he thought he was running late, he wasn't, navigated road closures due to a bike race. Very knowledgeable, nice man. We were a party of two American couples that fit in his vehicle. We all four loved the tour and highly recommend. Thanks, David, we loved it!
On time…courteous…went out if his way for a tour of Paris that will be unforgettable…Thanks will use again because of Alain. Thanks A+
Had a long layover in Paris and did a day tour with David. He was FANTASTIC! David catered the tour to what I wanted to see and many things that I didn’t know even existed. We took as much time at each location as I wanted and he was very knowledgeable about not only the history of Paris, but also France and Europe in general. He was very kind, attentive, and thoughtful. I highly recommend him and will use him again on my next visit!
The tour guide was beyond expectations! Very well spoken (English), prompt and willing to work with our schedule. I think it was money well spent!
David was FANTASTIC! Great communication before the trip! Excellent directions for meeting us at the airport. We were 4 senior ladies at the end of our Europe travels, so it was great that David could pick us up at the airport. Because we had so much luggage, David brought is to our hotel, then started the tour of all of the iconic “must see” sights in Paris. He allowed time for stoping for photo ops and had great suggestions of which way to go when we stopped. He was a very careful driver and a wealth of knowledge about Paris! I would hire him again as we would never gotten to do so much without David as our guide!
David was the best guide!!!!! He was the best in communicating what I needed to do and have in order to execute the PERFECT Paris layover trip. He also answered all my questions leading up to our tour. Because of his excellence I was able to do everything I wanted to do in Paris in a very short amount of time…..See the Mona Lisa, have a pastry @ a Paris Cafe and summit the Eiffel Tower!!!! Book David if you want ease, comfort, reliability and safety.
Wonderful, wonderful tour with David! He met us at the airport as promised and we hit the road! He was knowledgeable about Paris and gave us some great history highlights. He also talked to us like we were friends and not clients. We were able to make stops here and there for drinks and snacks and the best part was he asked us what we wanted to see and then tailored our time around that! So it was really a personal tour. We only had a short time but we got a lot in so I would definitely recommend this tour if you are going through Paris.
This tour with David was amazing! It was seamless from beginning to end. Communication before, during, and after was exceptional. He brought us to all the right spots, was so fun and friendly, had so much knowledge. I recommend this tour 1000% and would definitely book with him again! So wonderful! One of my favorite experiences from my 2 week vacation - on the last day layover back home.
This tour with David was amazing! He was so fun, so full of knowledge, and brought us to all the right places! His communication was exceptional - before, during, and after the tour. I recommend his tour 1000%! So happy we booked this and would definitely do it again!
The tour was amazing! The guide was extremely knowledgeable and friendly. I couldn’t have asked for more!
We had an incredible day exploring Paris with our private tour guide David! Traveling with my mom and 9-year-old son, it was so nice to have a tour tailored to our family. We visited all of the major sights, but what made the experience special was that we could go completely at our own pace—stopping for photos, taking breaks when needed, and spending extra time at the places we loved most. David was extremely friendly, easy going and knowledgeable. If you’re visiting Paris and want a personalized experience that feels more like exploring with a local friend than following a strict tour schedule, I highly recommend David and this tour.
David was an amazing guide and he took us to many areas and historical sites which I wasn't aware of. Great experience
David was a great guide it was very nice just being able to jump out of car to do a short walk to see the monuments then be picked back up again very knowledgeable
If I could give more stars I would! This is THE trip to take if you have a layover in Paris! David exceeded our expectations in all areas- the actual tour, safety, kindness, value, time management, communication. Our college-age daughter went on David’s tour during her layover. She saw everything she wanted to and more. David told her so much history about every site, and she could stay as long or short as she wanted. David’s communication was excellent on pick up location, time, type of car he had - everything to reassure a solo traveler (and her parents!) He even helped her to the right place on return to CDG when she was nervous about getting lost. We highly recommend David! If you’re looking at different companies for a layover tour like we did, don’t hesitate to choose this one!
It was the perfect tour for our long layover in Paris. We were able to see everything David had on the itinerary. He made sure we had the best photo opportunities and we were able to go to a local cafe and have crepes. A great overview of Paris in a few hours and returned to the airport with plenty of time to get to our next flight!! Merci Beaucoup, Virginia & Georgene
Had a great family day tour of Paris with David. David collected us from CDG , done day tour of Paris and dropped us off at Disney. Was a great way to see all the top attractions plus a few extra. David was so friendly and kids loved it, were able get at and spend how long we wanted at any location, it was so hassle free with the kids, was a highlight of our trip.. David had a lovel car too, I would highly recomend.
Thanks David, for a fun, informative, packed tour of Paris! We saw many interesting sights and your love of Paris, and knowledge of it was very appreciated. I would recommend this tour to anyone who has a half day or more to see the sights. David told us which door to exit at the airport so we could easily find each other to get a no hassle start. He knows where to stop for a quaint Cafe or a fresh crepe.
David was an outstanding private tour guide for our limited time in Paris. He drove us comfortably around the city and provided so much history and information about the sights, neighborhoods, and culture. His knowledge and passion for Paris was obvious, which made the tour both educational and fun for us. It was truly a wonderful way to explore the city with someone who grew up here, someone who knew the ins and outs of Paris. We highly recommend touring with David! We just wish we could have had him for a full week!
It was absolutely amazing! We had an 10.5 layover in Paris and did the tour during that time. It was perfect!
Guide David was knowledgeable, fun, and friendly. We saw everything we could see within our flight layover time and that was awesome!
David is simply the best! Period. We had a layover in Paris on our way to Egypt. David made it so easy with excellent instructions days in advance and touched basis several times before we even arrived. He tracked when we landed and welcomed us to France. He gave detailed instructions on where to meet him. Very courteous. As we drove to Paris from the airport, he shared a lot of history and a lay of the city. Local and historical knowledge. We proceeded to the Eiffel Tower, where he told us the best pictures could be taken. He even recommended where to go for a croissant and coffee, absolutely exceptional. He would drop us at great locations right in front of the site, and then we would send a message when ready to be picked up. He even provided some customization for us, as we are geocachers and wanted to get some at the sites. We just can't say enough positive things about David and his layover tour. He is absolutely incredible! He got us back to the airport in great time with instructions. He made our limited time in Paris a treasured part of our trip!
My friend and I had a 9-hour layover in Paris and wanted to see the city instead of sitting in the airport. David was the perfect solution! He was prompt, professional, patient, friendly and very knowledgeable about his city. He was able to show us many sights and allowed us to customize the tour to what we wanted to see as well. We enjoyed hearing about the history, seeing the city, stopping for a croissant and for helping us realize we need to come back and stay in Paris. I would highly recommend David for a private, customized tour of the city. Thank you, David, it was a pleasure getting to meet you!
David, by far, made our first visit to Paris an amazing one! He was very professional, knowledgeable and friendly. It’s obvious he loves his city. We saw everything we hoped for. We enjoyed his commentaries and he welcomed all of our questions. I don’t think we would have enjoyed our visit as much as we did if we had booked another tour. Highly recommended tour, especially for first time visits!
It was a fabulous time, so very helpful to get an overview of the city. David, our driver, was so knowledgeable, helpful, and fun it made the experience even better.
Please do not hesitate in hiring David Kafari as your private driver & tour guide for Paris. I hired David for 2 days, spending approx. 4 hours each day with David, taking me & my husband all around Paris seeing all the famous monuments & sites of interest. David is very courteous, respectful & such a friendly & caring Parisian. We thoroughly enjoyed touring around Paris with David. He is very thorough in explaining all the history & he never rushes you. He always told us to take our time if we wanted some pictures & just to text him & he would come back to pick us up. We saw so many places touring those 2 days with David. I highly recommend David. If I ever return to Paris & want to do some more touring, David will be the one that I will call.
The tour guide, David, did a great job. He has all the knowledge and history of Paris. He was so friendly and respectful throughout the journey. Thanks and God bless you DK!
David was absolutely amazing. He truly wanted the day to be for me. Made stops along the way for pictures, no rush. I would give more than 5 🌟 if available.
Our adventure started when David picked us up from our hotel. His personality was a breath of fresh air. If he suggests any changes, just go with. I am so happy he suggested to start the tour early. The crowds can build very quickly. Dave is a great listener and inquires about your interests for places to visit in Paris. He goes out of way to check off as many boxes as possible. Paris is absolutely amazing and the architecture is magnificent. We were amazed to learn about George- Eugene Haussmann, the creator of the beauty and functionality of Paris. Mom and I had a ball, stopping and taking photos, people watching. That’s what a vacation is all about. Thanks, David for the time and driving skills to navigate Paris streets. David made us feel so comfortable with Paris, I walked around Paris sites in the evening with confidence. When I return, I will book another tour and visit some areas I missed this time. Au revoir, David.
David was very knowledgeable about everything related to Paris. The history of the city, the details, small tips that he provided us were invaluable. We were able to see so many places in a very short amount of time.
We very much enjoyed our tour with David. We had limited time in Paris, and his knowledge of traffic, wait times, etc enabled us to see as much as we could while we were there. He is a very skilled driver, so we never felt unsafe in his vehicle. We have taken private tours in many European cities, and I must say that this was the most enjoyable day. I highly recommend booking David if you are looking for a tour in Paris.
David was so knowledgeable, we’ve learned a lot about Paris. He gave us plenty of time to sight seeing at the stops, no rush at all. He is extremely friendly and pleasant to speak with. I highly recommend this tour.
Things happen, people get sick but people trusted their experience to you. Judging from the reviews, I am certain David is a great tour guide but unfortunately I will never know for sure. After months of careful planning, we were cancelled due to covid. That is perfectly understandable… what isn’t understandable or professional is leaving your clients without options. No suggested alternatives or back up plan. You will likely have a wonderful time with David but be warned, HAVE A BACKUP PLAN because he won’t.
This was the perfect way to spend our long layover in Paris! David made everything so easy, from meeting us at the airport to guiding us through each stop. His communication was excellent, so we always knew where to find him and could hop on and off without stress. A great experience, highly recommend!
We had an incredible private tour in Paris with David! He was so sweet, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable. His insights and stories brought Paris to life, and he made the experience truly memorable for both my mom and me. I would highly recommend booking with David—you won’t be disappointed!
Our tour with David was awesome! We got to see the major landmarks and had time to get pictures and enjoy the places we wanted. I cannot recommend enough for when you have limited time in Paris.
I took my mom to Paris for her first visit. She’s 83 years old and David did a great job at showing us the best places and pacing the tour for her. We appreciated his kind and caring attitude and his enthusiasm for sharing his stories and the city history. I would definitely hire him again on my next trip to Paris.
David was a great host! He directed my family exactly where to meet him at the airport for pickup. He was very knowledgable about Paris and its history as well as how to navigate around the city. We got back with plenty of time to make the next flight and would definitely book with him again.
Wow!! David was an amazing tour guide, his knowledge of the city of Paris, his ability to navigate the streets with ease while giving us all the history and sharing the beautiful monuments and neighborhoods that make Paris so lovely was first class. David was kind, friendly, knowledgeable and very professional. The tour ends with you having the feeling that you have made a friend in Paris and wanting to return soon. A must do for a layover or your first day traveling to Paris to get a great overview of this magnificent city.
Fun panoramic tour of Paris during our layover. Our guide David picked us up from the airport in his car and took us to see all the main, popular sights of Paris. Though our time was limited, and we could not spend too much time at each location, we felt this was a great option for a long (8-9 hours) layover. Davis was pleasant to be around and knowledgeable about his city. After the tour, he drove us back to the airport. Highly recommend.
Daniel was AMAZING! This was a small group of 14. He paced the walking with frequent stops and interesting stories. Being a US native meant there was no trouble with foreign accents! And he spoke clearly and loudly for every one to hear. I highly recommend him and greatly appreciated the morning that we spent together.
Wonderful experience. David was very knowledgeable and a great conversationalist. We felt like we learned a lot as a group, and he also ensured that we were never worried about whether we’d be short on time. Absolutely recommend.
It was such a great way to spend a long layover! David was so friendly and knowledgable about his city, his car was very comfortable, we were able to keep our luggage with us and see the main attractions of Paris in just a few hours. Would definitely recommend to anyone on a long layover!
We booked this tour through Viator months in advance, planning a special layover experience in Paris for our daughters’ first visit. We specifically chose a flight with a 9-hour layover so we could take this guided tour and see the city’s major sights in a short, structured way. Leading up to the tour, communication with David was excellent. Unfortunately, just as we were preparing to clear customs at CDG, we received messages with photos of David in a hospital, informing us he had a medical emergency and had to cancel. We absolutely understand emergencies happen and are relieved to know David is okay. However, what was disappointing was that no backup option was offered, just an immediate refund. While we appreciate that we were made whole financially, the missed opportunity was significant. With no alternative guide or solution provided, we were left scrambling to make use of our limited time in Paris. Rather than store our bags, navigate unfamiliar public transit, and attempt something ourselves in the compressed layover window, we ended up remaining at the airport to avoid the inevitable stressful and unstructured experience. This situation highlights a key drawback when booking with an individual guide through Viator, if something goes wrong, there may be no support or replacement available. In hindsight, booking through a larger tour company with backup personnel would have likely ensured the experience still happened. We sincerely wish David a full recovery and appreciate the quick refund but we share this review to help future travelers weigh the risks when booking through Viator with independent hosts.
We booked a private layover tour with David and really appreciated how communicative he was from the start. He provided clear directions on where to meet at the airport, which made arrival easy—even though our flight was about an hour late, he was right there waiting. David took us around to see some of the major Paris highlights. It happened to be an extremely hot and crowded day, with some road closures due to Bastille Day prep, which made navigating the city a bit tricky. That said, David stayed flexible and was easy to reach via WhatsApp when we were ready to be picked up. He even dropped us off at our hotel for our overnight layover, which was a thoughtful touch. Overall, David himself was great—friendly and informative. The tour felt a bit rushed and impacted by the crowds and blockages, so the value didn’t quite match the experience this time. But on a less hectic day, I could definitely see this being a great option for a quick Paris visit!
David was a great guide. He was on time and helped us figure out where we needed to go. He was accommodating to all our questions and requests and was an excellent driver and so knowledgeable of the architecture and history of Paris. He communicated times we could visit each place so we made it back on time and he made sure we had plenty of time to get back to the airport. Amazing how much he fit into our layover tour. Can’t rave enough about him.
David was a kind, welcoming and knowledgeable guide for a day filled with the best of Paris highlights. A very comfortable drive around to see the major sights with lots of historical and cultural information. Highly recommend!
David is the absolute best. Enjoyed the tour even though it was cut a little short because of an accident on the highway. Highly recommend, a must do.Great
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