Paris in music

Day 1: Arrival in Paris

You arrive in Paris and take a coach to the village of Dannemois, 60 km south of the capital. Enjoy a guided tour of the Moulin de Dannemois, former home of Claude François. Then it’s back to Paris. Choose between two guided tours:

• The Opéra Bastille, a modern theater of impressive dimensions built in 1989, or
• The Opéra Garnier, an architectural monument rich in history and works of art, with musical extracts to accompany the visit. You will be taken to your accommodation in Paris.

Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Paris

You can choose between two tours in small groups:

• Discover a violin maker’s workshop where the violinist introduces you to his craft, his tools and his customers.
• Visit a recording studio to understand the equipment and work involved in a successful session.

You set off on foot to explore the Latin Quarter, one of the oldest parts of Paris. Here you’ll discover museums, Roman remains, famous monuments such as the Fontaine Saint-Michel, the Sorbonne and the Pantheon, as well as magnificent gardens.

Dinner and overnight in Paris.

Day 3: Paris

You’ll visit the Maison de la Radio et de la Musique, located on avenue du Président Kennedy, opposite the Seine. This emblematic venue offers several tours and activities, especially for young people, depending on the day’s program. You’ll visit a music school and meet its members, who will explain how it works and show you around the premises. At the end of the day, stroll along the Champs-Élysées to the Arc de Triomphe.

Dinner and overnight in Paris.

Day 4: Paris

This day is devoted to discovering the Cité de la Musique – Philharmonie de Paris. You’ll visit the museum’s permanent collection, which features some 7,000 objects relating to Western music from the 15th century to the present day, as well as the world’s main musical cultures. Depending on your age and the program, you can also take part in an on-site workshop.

Dinner and overnight in Paris.

Day 5: Paris

Visit the Serge Gainsbourg museum.

Discover the Champ de Mars, the Trocadéro and the Eiffel Tower (no lift). The day ends with a guided cruise on the Seine, offering a different perspective of Paris.

Dinner and overnight in Paris.

Day 6: Paris

We’ll take you to Boulogne-Billancourt’s Île Seguin for a guided tour of La Seine Musicale, one of Europe’s most modern stages. Take a behind-the-scenes look at this impressive building and its daily operations. On to Montmartre, where a guided tour “en chansons” takes you in the footsteps of Édith Piaf, Charles Aznavour, Jacques Brel, Dalida and other great artists. Finish with a visit to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica.

Dinner and overnight in Paris.

Day 7: Departure 

Transfer to Paris airport by coach and departure.

• Transportation by coach or minivan according to the number of participants
• 6 nights in a hotel, youth hostel or accommodation center
• Half-board from dinner on day 1 to breakfast on day 7
• Visits and excursions as described in the program
• Travel file for tour leader
• VOYEL assistance 24 hours a day

Program duration and activities can be modified

• Services of a VOYEL guide
• Lunches