Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, one of the world’s foremost horse races, originated in 1920

from 

£389

per person
 
Duration: 4 Days
Destination: Europe: Western
Tour Provider: Leger Holidays
Deal Code: DTTLFUZ

 

 

Description

Travel Highlights

About the tour :

The Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe & Paris

Enjoy a visit to the French capital with a full day to explore the 'City of Light' which is Paris. Visit some of the renowned attractions and sights in this stunning city such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, the Basilica of Sacré Coeur and Notre Dame Cathedral to name a few. Then get ready for the roars of the crowds calling their horses home to win and the prestige and glamour of the highlight of the French racing calendar which is the Prix De L'Arc de Triomphe.

Tour Includes

  • 3 nights hotel with continental breakfast
  • General admission & transfers to the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe
  • Convenient local joining points

Accommodation

  • Guests will stay for three nights in a minimum 2-star hotel on the outskirts of Paris, such as the The Originals City Le Cardinal Rueil Centre.
  • From only £40pp you can upgrade to the 4-star Holiday Inn Paris-Versailles-Bougival, located on the western outskirts of Paris. The hotel has a bar, Mediterranean-style restaurant and lift.
  • Please Note: Due to demand, we may use other hotels of a similar standard. Your exact hotel details will be provided with your travel documents.

The Originals City Le Cardinal Rueil Centre

This hotel is situated in vibrant Rueil Malmaison on the western outskirts of Paris. The hotel is within walking distance of the bustling town centre with its inviting bars, charming restaurants and shops. The hotel is comprised of two buildings, offering a total of 64 bedrooms. All bedrooms are themed in a style – Paris (rooftops, metro, taxi, famous sights) or Africa (giraffe, zebra, leopard design). The hotel has a breakfast room, small bar and lift.

Features & Facilities

  • English Speaking Staff
  • Guest Lounge
  • Bar
  • Lift
  • WiFi Available
  • TV
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath and/or Shower
  • Telephone

Coach 

Executive coach - 

All of our coaches are modern and comfortable, and you can be assured of a high level of service. On selected air holidays, the executive coach may not have an onboard toilet or drinks facilities.

Executive Features

  • Air conditioning
  • Drinks machines
  • Onboard toilet
  • Reclining seats

Why we recommend leger holidays ?

  • Excellent customer care
  • Remarkable itineraries and incredible choice
  • Incredible value-for-money
  • Hundreds of coach joining points
  • Fully bonded with ABTA/ATOL
Itinerary Overview

Day 1

Local departure by coach to the Paris area for a three-night stay.

Day 2 - Paris

Enjoy our included, full day in the ‘city of lights’. Paris is the capital of France and covers an area of 105 square km. Paris is renowned for its buildings and history, so why not visit some of them such as the Louvre home of the Mona Lisa painting, the Eiffel Tower which is over 323 metres high, the Notre Dame Cathedral which features in the famous Victor Hugo novel, the Basilica of Sacré Coeur which is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Arc de Triomphe where the name of the famous race comes from. You can explore the city independently or come and join our optional, guided sightseeing tour which is a great way to learn about the major sights of this amazing city. In the evening we return to the hotel and you have time to relax before the excitement of the race tomorrow.

Included meals: Breakfast

Day 3 - Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe

Enjoy one of the most prestigious days on the racing calendar culminating with the Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe. The Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe was first run in October 1920 and has continued to be a popular event in every race goers calendar. The race is a group 1 flat course with turf, open to thoroughbreds aged three years and older. The Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe to date has one of the largest prize fund of all the flat races on turf. The race is traditionally ran at the Longchamp course which covers a distance of 2400 metres and located on the banks of the River Seine. Today you will have a general admission ticket for the race day with transfers included. So get your race card and binoculars ready to follow each of the races and hear the crowds 'roar' willing their horses and jockeys on down the last furlong and to the winning post.

Included meals: Breakfast

Day 4

Return home.

Included meals: Breakfast

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