Romans, Franks and Carolingians
2 hrs 30 min
Paris, France
Max 10 guests

Tour Description

When visiting France and Paris, you will probably hear a lot about Louis XIV, Napoléon or the Révolution. But the History of France is so much more and is way more ancient than that. It is also a country where great historical figures like Julius Caesar, Constantine the Great, Attila, Clovis and Charlemagne also played a role. France is, after all, the oldest European country still alive (it was founded in 481 !). The ancient past of France is an amazing tale that will surprise you by how relevant it still is. From the way we write, to the feasts we celebrate, to how the french language came to be, this tour has been deeply researched to give you a perspective on where we and France came from. The spread (and definition) of Christianity is a journey that walks side by side with the collapse of Empires that eerily reminds us of the present and the news. The fights between clans is reminiscent of TV series we watch today but was also an inspiration for works of literature like those of JRR Tolkien. And connections go far beyond as the rise of Islam and its interactions with the Frankish world gives us a perspective on how our modern world has deeper roots than we usually think. So join us on this exclusive carefully prepared tour to discover the roots of our world and the story of those that came before.

Your Journey Through History

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49 Rue Monge

49 Rue Monge, Paris, France

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Secret Location

20mwalk(5m)
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Panthéon

Panthéon, Place du Panthéon, Paris, France

20mwalk(15m)
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Secret Location

20mwalk(15m)
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Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris, France

20mwalk(15m)
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Saint-Germain-des-Prés

Saint-Germain-des-Prés, Paris, France

5mwalk(5m)

Highlights

Discover the ancient history of France on a guided walking tour
Learn about historical figures like Julius Caesar and Charlemagne
Explore the roots of modern France and its connections to the past
Understand the spread of Christianity and the collapse of empires
Gain insights into how the Ancient World shaped our Modern World

What's Included

  • 2.5 hour tour with local, passionate and knowledgable guide Lessons from History (how the past informs us about the present and possible future)
  • Great photo opportunities
  • Hidden locations, off-the-beaten-path historical places
  • Exclusive stories from French History that nobody else is telling
  • Stories that inspired books, movies, series and video-games
  • A complete dive into antiquity and early medieval history
  • Stories that explain linguistics and trivia relevant to the modern world
  • Booklet with complete chronology of the events covered
  • Reading/Movie/Series/Video-Games recommendations
  • YouTube and Podcast recommendations

What's Not Included

  • Transportation to the starting point
  • Meals and drinks

Pricing

€ 40 per person

Tour Details

Language(s): English
Available: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.

Offers:

Group Discount: 10% off for 4+ participants
Group Discount: 20% off for 6+ participants
Early Bird Discount: 15% off if booked 10 or more days in advance
Note: Group and early bird discounts cannot be combined. If you're eligible for both, the system will automatically apply the higher of the two to give you the best price.

Identify Your Guide:

Daniel
The guide is a bearded man with glasses and with the french flag on his shoulders

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