Walking The Spirit Tours - Itinerary Planning through Black Paris of Yesterday and Today

Whether it's your first or fifth trip to Paris, let us create an itinerary that delights, excites and surprises you. Paris is our playground so we invite you to leave the researching to us. Just tell us what's on your wish list, and we will dream up a personalized itinerary as unique as your interests.

Oh oui, Paris has so much to choose from, and even if you are limited to a few days, have a week or longer, we assist you in making the best of your time and resources.
                     - Marvel at must-see monuments and shows
                     - pay tribute at African-American burial or commemorative sites
                     - discover off-the-beaten track corners
                     - shop the Diaspora markets
                     - explore up-and-coming neighborhoods
                     - revel in the newest Black arts, photography and music
                     - enjoy special events and festivals
                     - find a place of worship or meditation
                     - blend into trendy gathering spots
                     - check out a sports match
                     - or dance the night away.
- And through our network of specially selected experts, we help you feel the real Paris by participating in authentic French cultural experiences. We link you up with gastronomy classes, wine-tasting sessions, fashion shows, artisan workshops and behind the scenes of some of Paris' legendary theatres.

Paris is a non-stop wonderland for kids and young people. There are treasures to be hunted, mysteries to solve, towers to climb. Ask for our family-focussed itineraries that dovetail your interests. Together you can discover the last wooden bridges of Paris, the best ice-cream, the scariest corner of the Opera, the friendliest caricaturist in Montmarte, or which one of you makes the best crepes.

With Paris-based guides managed by a former Paris resident who raised a family here, we know Paris and France!

                                            Best of Black Paris
Just where exactly is Black Paris? Latin Quarter, Montmartre, Barbes, Montparnasse, Nation....it's all over the city! African-American history crosses paths with African galleries and eateries, Caribbean restaurants and shops rub shoulders with hot shot designer boutiques. Armed with your detailed and informative Afro-Centric itinerary, you head straight for the music, exciting Black art and creation, inspiring historical and contemporary walking tours, fine cuisine and down-home diners, and the traditional African district.

                                            Best of Insider Paris
Mix it up! We research all year long and love to pass on what's new to travellers. One day you can eat, play and sleep where our expatriates did. If there's an exhibit by a Black artist in town, we'll put it on your itinerary. Another day, get to the heart of diverse neighborhoods and their specialities, then shop like Parisians for fine toiletries, gifts and everyday items. A third day, we line up art, fashion, lifestyle, museums and tours.

                                               Best of France
Josephine Baker enchanted the entire country with her sparkle, style and strong universal ideals. For the past several years, Walking The Spirit Tours founder has escorted groups to visit Baker's former chateau in southwest France where her achievements are proudly displayed. Anytime between Easter and October, we can organize an unforgettable excursion to her 'sleeping beauty' castle. Your itinerary includes written introduction to the region's bountiful specialities and sets you strolling through the lovely medieval town she frequented. If you have at least 3 days, let us show you why Josephine fell in love with the Dordogne, created an empire, and raised her Rainbow Tribe family here.

We will also arrange seasonal excursions to the popular Chateaux of the Loire Valley, Monet's Giverney, Normandy D-Day sites, Champagne region cellars.

Here's How it Works
Your personalized itinerary includes general information on Paris as well as details and directions for each place or event listed. Our itinerary service requires at least 4-6 weeks notice.

1. Please fill out the information form to start your process. It provides us your contact information and basic request.
2. Once we receive this basic form, we will email you within 24 hours a more detailed questionnaire to narrow down your specific interests and desires into a personalized itinerary. We can do this by email or by telephone, as you prefer.
3. We ask you to prepay a 50% deposit of the itinerary preparation fee (see below). This can be done by credit card through Paypal.
4. We will present you with a tentative selection of activities for your approval.
5. Once you have reviewed the selection, we ask that you complete payment of our services.
6. You will receive a full, detailed itinerary by email, or by mail if you prefer, that includes practical information about Paris, day-by-day descriptions and directions, booking reference details, and essential contact information.

Fees: 1-2 days - $100 per day; 3 days - $275; 4 days - 375; 5 days - 450;
            7 days - $650. Beyond 1 week - please email us for a quote.