After we arrived at the airport (photo above), we dropped off our luggage at the hotel (picture below).
Then it was off for our walking tour which ultimately ended when we returned to the hotel around 11:00pm. Huge day!
What did we do? We hiked to the top of Montmartre, a 400 foot high hill in Paris. Also it is the highest point in Paris with a beautiful view. What is at the top? A cathedral, of course: Basilique du Sacré Cœur (Basilica of the Sacred Heart). We toured the church building, had lunch and looked around. Be sure to ask us later about the "pick pockets". Don't worry, we are all safe with all our money.
We went to a Perfume Museum and then walked along the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, one of the most famous streets in the world with some of the highest costing real estate in the world. Think Michigan Avenue, but wider, more trees and French flair. We had dinner at a restaurant that served excellent salad and a French meal that was similar to flatbread pizza but with a cream base. They gave us plenty of food.
We then walked to the Eiffel Tower. It was a beautiful night, and the Eiffel Tower in lights created awe and lots of photos. We then took a river cruise down the River Seine and saw Paris by boat.
Besides walking, we were on the Metro, subway, a lot. We have great students. Navigating the Metro with 46 people can be daunting, but we had a good plan and everything went smoothly. Thank you for your prayers. We are having a great time here and our group is getting along wonderfully!
Location:Paris, France
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