Upcoming tours
Fashion, Art, and Culture Tour of Paris
April 7th – April 14th, 2026
Join artist and fashion historian Katlin Kirker on a guided tour of Paris through the eyes of art history and fashion starting from historical costume to present day couture.
Overview
You’ll experience a tour of six hand-picked museums, such as the Louvre, the d’Orsay, Petit Palais, Musée de Cluny, Palais Galliera…Paris’s fashion museum and the spectacular Galererie Dior where we’ll view and discuss everything from portrait paintings to couture.
Complete with a richly illustrated booklet / journal of every discovery we see as we make our way through Paris’s cultural treasure chest, explore with me a city of artisans.
Museums can be overwhelming. You will be guided as we view a specially curated selection of fashionable paintings, that will be in your guidebook for us to discuss and learn more about.
There are always new and interesting exhibitions happening every year in Paris. I will arrange and schedule times and tickets for us to attend. We will journey through an exciting itinerary with scheduled outings and events while allowing time to just relax or enjoy solo moments.
We’ll also explore some of Paris’s covered passages such as Galerie Vivienne. True hidden gems with their decorative glass roofs and elaborate Neoclassical, Art Nouveau and Art Deco decor. A unique place to shop for artisan gifts, enjoy a casual meal, and soak up the rich architectural, social, and cultural details. Experience a spectacular view of the Eiffel Tower while sipping a coffee on the rooftop of Galleries La Fayette, Paris’s most spectacular high end art nouveau shopping center. We’ll take walks through the Marais, browsing fashionable boutiques while taking time to taste sumptuous delights in cafés and bakeries along the way experiencing some of Paris’s most delicious foods and wines. Stroll along rue Saint Honore in the 1st arrondissement gazing at the flamboyant window displays of high end fashion stores such as Hermès, Valentino, and Yves Saint Laurent.
Be wowed by a classical concert in the Gothic jewel box that is Saint Chapelle Cathedral, a truly magical experience. Gaze upon the beautiful, famous rose stained colored glass window at the newly renovated Notre Dame cathedral.
Dream with me, let me plan everything, and let’s go!
What to Expect
An Immersive tour through the world of History, Art & Fashion
Step into Paris’s most inspiring museums from the Louvre to the Galerie Dior with curated highlights that bring the world of fashion in art to life. Experience the evolution of style from historic costume to modern couture, guided by expert and personalized insight.
New Friendships & Shared Passions
Surround yourself with like-minded travelers, fellow art lovers, and those who share your passion for culture, beauty, and discovery. Enjoy meaningful connections as you explore, learn, and create lasting memories together.
Enriching Parisian Experiences
There is truly no place in the world like Paris. Savor the city’s cultural treasures from hidden covered passages, elegant shopping streets, rooftop views, concerts, and exquisite food. Balance guided activities with moments to wander, reflect, and let Paris move you.
Sample Itinerary
Six days / Six nights at a four-star boutique hotel in the Marais.
Day 1: Bonjour Paris
Travel day from the US to Paris.
Day 2: Explore the Marais neighborhod
Arrive in Paris in the morning take a taxi from the airport to the hotel, drop off luggage.
We’ll meet and have a stroll around the Marais to get acquainted with the neighborhood, it’s cafés, bakeries, boutiques and shops. And have a leisurely lunch at a delicious crêperie. We’ll then head back to check into our rooms and relax.
Day 3: Discover the Louvre Museum, Hidden Passages, and Saint Honoré street
After breakfast we’ll head out towards the Louvre Museum, before arriving at the museum we’ll walk through and explore two covered passages, the Passage Du Grand Cerf and the Passage Choiseul. Once at the Louvre you’ll have a docent tour of a handful of specially curated paintings. Then head over to Café Marley for a wonderful lunch. After lunch a fabulous walking tour and window shopping around the fashionable Saint Honoré in the first arrondissement where we can browse some of the most unique and high end fashion houses and boutiques in Paris.
Day 4: Enjoy the Café du Flore, Musée d'Orsay and the Petit Palais
Breakfast at the famous Café de Flore. Then a docent tour of the Musée d’Orsay.
After the museum we’ll stop for lunch before walking through the Tuilerie Gardens to the magnificent Petit Palais for another tour.
Day 5: Tour of the La Gallerie Dior and Palais Gallerie
Tour of the elegant Dior museum ( La Galerie Dior). Then lunch at a delicious bistro. After a relaxing lunch, we’ll make our way to the Palais Galleria the fashion Museum of the city of Paris where you’ll have another docent tour.
Day 6: Tour of the Musée de Cluny, Le Recamier, Notre Dame, Sainte-Chapelle cathedral concert
After breakfast, we’ll walk over to the Musée de Cluny where we’ll see the spectacular Lady and the Unicorn tapestries. We’ll then head over to Le Recamier where we’ll have a relaxing lunch, they specialize in soufflés. After that, we may take a walk over to see the restoration of the beautiful Notre Dame cathedral.
A light dinner, and a concert at Saint Chapelle cathedral. A truly magical experience.
Day 7: Visit the Galeries Lafayette, Palais Garnier, Paris opera house, Galarie Vivienne
We’ll visit the iconic and visually stunning Galerie Lafayette for the most amazing shopping experience, and enjoy a leisurely lunch. After we’ll head over to the opulent Palais Garnier, Paris’s stunning opera house, and take a guided tour of the magnificent building and learn about its history. On the way back to the hotel we’ll visit the Galerie Vivienne, Paris’s most famous and beautiful covered passage. We’ll stop for a farewell dinner on the way back to the hotel.
Day 8: Au Revoir Paris
Say farewell and fly back to the US.
*Please note Itinerary is subject to change.
Additional Information
Pricing: $2300 per person
What is included:
- 6 days of guided tours
- pre-booked accommodation and experiences
- tickets to museums and exhibitions
- personalized illustrated guidebook/ journal of the tour
What isn't included
- airfair
- hotel costs (approx $2,000)
- food costs
- transportation
This intimate small group, totaling 6 women, will create a travel experience that is tailored for women who enjoy art, fashion, and culture, who want to explore and encounter the magic of Paris through an artistic eye. I will choose and book the hotel in Paris. Hotel price estimated at $2,000 per person. You will be responsible for your airfare, hotel, and food costs. I can help with booking airline tickets. Travel, coaching and tips will be available.
Payment Schedule:
- Your non-refundable $500 initial deposit will be due immediately upon booking.
- Final payment is due January 30th, 2026
Cancellation policy & fees:
- Outside of 60 days: $500 initial deposit
- 30 – 60 days prior: 60% of total cost + $500 initial deposit
- 30 days prior or less: 100% of total cost
Accomodation
Six nights accommodation will be provided in a small boutique luxury, four-star hotel in the Marais. Hotel price estimated at $2,000 per person. Feel free to come in early or stay at the hotel after the tour is finished for the same tour hotel rate.
Transportation
Transportation coming from the airport upon arrival and returning to the airport upon departure is not included in the tour price.
Arriving and Departing Paris
Plan to arrive in Paris before or the morning your tour begins. Most flights from US arrive in the morning at Charles DeGaulle airport. Please note it can take from 3 to 4 hours after your flight arrives to get to the hotel, depending on passport control lines and traffic. The tour begins around 11:00 to 12 o’clock on the first day you arrive in Paris so plan your flight arrival accordingly. The tour finishes on the seventh day, plan your departure for that day. Taxis will be arranged to the airport for departure.
Travel Insurance
Please seek with your own provider.
International Phone Plan
Please consider planning your international phone plan ahead of time for the best value. (Daily international charges are expensive so it’s better to plan ahead!) Each phone provider has different plans and add on packages you can purchase, ranging from daily to monthly usage. Another convenient option is to download an e-sim in the App Store (such as Airlo or Holafly) which will allow you to purchase, use, and reload international data as necessary. Lastly, you can always purchase a physical Sim card at the airport or local shops.
Rates & Currency
Rates are quoted in USD and are based on current exchange rates. All rates are quoted per person. Please be prepared to pay in euros for food and all other costs while we are on the trip. I recommend using a card that allows international transaction without extra fees or taking out cash at an ATM (You can do this once we arrive).
Payment Method
Payments can be made by check to Katlin Kirker or venmo. Specific payment preference will be confirmed upon booking.
Physical Requirements
Transportation will rely primarily on walking with the occasional taxi to get around the city; therefore, you can expect to walk several miles a day and encounter lots of stairs. Please consider this and let me know if you will need any additional accommodations.
Passports
Passports are required for US citizens. Visit www.travel.state.gov for the U.S. State Department for more details.
Responsibility
Katlin Kirker, assumes no responsibility for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity that may occur. I accept no responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delays or changes in services, sickness, weather, strikes, war, terrorist, action, or other causes. All such losses or expenses, must be borne by the participant as tour rates, provide for arrangements only for the times stated. The right is reserved to substitute a Hotel of similar quality. The right is reserved to make minor changes in the itinerary, and the right is reserved to cancel the tour before departure, in which case, a full refund will constitute full settlement to the registrant. No refund will be made for any unused portion of the tour.
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Katlin Kirker ~ 310-486-8595 or [email protected]