Contiki Bus

Contiki and Paris!

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September 16th 2006
Well our first sights of France were beautiful. Last night we arrived in Paris and were treated with a surprise visit to go up the Eiffel Tower from Austin (our tour manager) and Jarrad (bus driver). We got the lift up the 324 metres to some fantastic views over Paris. Today we went to all the must do's of Paris! The Lourve (Mona Lisa), the Notre Dame Cathedral, Seine River, Arc De Triumph. The ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more