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A child’s imagination is a powerful thing. It can take them to some of the most famous places in the world. Lead them on treasure hunts through royal palaces. Dream up storybook lands filled with multicolored towns and medieval castles. And even see them spending a day with their beloved fairytale characters in magical kingdoms.
Now, can you imagine making it all come true with a vacation to one of the most captivating destinations in Europe?
Luckily, with this new family-friendly itinerary from France by Travelive, you won’t have to. Because that is exactly what is about to happen!
- 4 Nights in Paris
- 3 Nights in Alsace (Strasbourg)
- Private Transfers
- Private Tours
- Winter Alternatives for a Festive Seasonal Getaway
- A Whole Lot of Family Fun
Day 1 — Once Upon a Time in Paris
Like the opening page of a storybook, this adventure becomes magical from the moment its Parisian chapter unfolds. Feel the excitement quietly fill the air as you settle in and spend the rest of the day easing into the City of Light, one of those places that twinkles regardless of the season. Stroll past glowing shop windows, share a few crispy croissants, and watch your smiles grow as you revel in the feeling of being somewhere special together as a family.
Day 2 — Paris at its Most Enchanting
Paris has a way of turning every day into a fairytale, and today you get to experience its most iconic and enchanting parts. With your private guide leading the way, explore the city as you’ve always pictured it, each stop offering something new and wondrous, for both children and adults alike. Then, step aboard a boat and watch it unfold from the Seine, passing under ornate bridges until the Eiffel Tower appears along the horizon and makes all of your Parisian dreams come true.
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- Paris by Christmas Light & Market Magic
See Paris in a whole new, even more beautiful light (if that’s even possible). Venture across illuminated avenues where festive displays shimmer across the city, before stepping into charming Christmas markets filled with warm treats, handmade gifts, and the unmistakable spirit of the season.
Day 3 — Versailles & A Royal Treasure Hunt
Today, French history comes alive at Versailles, where grand halls and gilded ornaments invite you to spend some time as bona-fide monarchs. But this is no ordinary visit. As a playful treasure hunt unfolds throughout the palace gardens, young explorers take charge of solving clues, uncovering royal secrets, and turning the day into an adventure for the whole family. By the end, Versailles becomes more than a palace; it becomes a place where imagination runs free.
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- A Taste of Paris: Family Cooking Experience
Swap royal gardens for the kitchen and step into a hands-on cooking class where the whole family can learn to prepare classic French treats together. Meanwhile, during the festive season, indulge in a chocolate-focused experience, crafting sweet delights that feel just as magical as the city itself.
Day 4 — A Magical Day at Disneyland Paris
It’s time for the moment every child has been waiting for. Step inside a world where family movie-night classics literally come to life, from enchanted castles to unforgettable character encounters. Whether it’s thrilling rides, colorful parades, or simply watching eyes light up at every turn, Disneyland Paris is pure magic from beginning to end.
Pro Tip
Stay into the evening, when the lights begin to glow and said magic feels just a little bit more…well, magical.
Day 5 | Into Alsace — A Storybook Come to Life
Just when you think the journey couldn’t feel more magical, it takes a turn into something entirely different. Board your high-speed train and watch as Paris fades into the distance, giving way to rolling countryside and rustic wonderlands. Before long, you arrive in Strasbourg, where half-timbered houses, flower-lined canals, and cobbled streets make you feel like you’ve stepped into another make-believe realm. Settle in and take your first steps into this enchanting new chapter, where everything feels just a little more whimsical.
Day 6 | Strasbourg — A Town of Wonder & Flavor
“Storybook” may be an overused term, but never when describing Strasbourg. Step out into a place where Disney could set their next classic and explore its historic center, craning your neck up to the soaring cathedral and watching the shimmering canals of Petite France reflect rows of colorful houses. As you wander, the experience becomes as much about taste as it is about discovery. Sample local treats, pause at inviting bakeries, and, if visiting in winter, step into the magic of its famous Christmas markets, where lights, scents, and sounds come together in the most delightful way.
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- Alsatian Pastry & Christmas Teatime with a Chef
Step into a cozy kitchen and discover the sweet side of Alsace with a private pastry class. Under the guidance of a local chef, create traditional treats before sitting down to a delightful Christmas teatime, where every bite feels like a celebration of the season.
Day 7 | Castles, Villages & Timeless Charm
Just when you think Alsace couldn’t feel more like a world of its own, today proves otherwise. Set out along the Alsace Wine Route, where every turn reveals a village more charming than the last. Stroll through Colmar’s colorful streets, circle the postcard-perfect lanes of Eguisheim, and wander through Riquewihr, where time seems to have politely stood still. Then, rising above it all, Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle appears like something imagined by a child and built by kings, bringing this storybook journey to a fitting, unforgettable close.
Day 8 | Departure
What began as a figment of a playful imagination has turned into reality; one stretching from the bright lights of Paris to the storybook streets of Alsace. As you make your way to Basel for your departure, something becomes certain: the stories you dreamed up together are now yours to keep, revisit, and perhaps even outdo on the next adventure.
