Paris only 2 hours away...
We exited Gard du Nord to be faced with 19 iconic 2CV vehicles with drivers looking splendid in their berets. We loaded up 2-3 people per car and headed off for a tour of the World famous attractions of Paris.
The site of 19 CV's with roofs off in convoy caused a stir and we found ourselves a major attraction whereever we went. At Place de la Concorde the public gathered aound the cars for pictures. Here we were sightseeing only be be a sight to be seen with!!
Our driver guides were very informative and helpful, even making impromptu stops for people to purchase their own berets and take pictures with locals. The 2 hour tour meandered around Notre Dame, Le Louvre, Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower and Place de la Concorde where groups pictures were taken.
At the end of the tour the 2CVS dropped us at a beautiful Parisian restaurants (pre booked) in the backstreets in the Sorbonne area. We were welcomed with canapes and Champagne on arrival before sitting down to a wonderful 4 course meal with Rose wine.
Lunch was taken in true French style, 3 hours with gesticulation and noisy conversation. Lunch was rounded off with numerous presentations. We then had a period of free time, but the team just upped sticks from the restaurant to another bar, where we sat down and continued the banter.
On our way to the Metro a couple of the group decided to introduce themselves to the local Break Dancer Street performers and with great panache and rhythm a sight to behold. Arriving back at Gard du Nord everyone was accounted for the return journey.
Time to sit back... Not on your Nelly - to the buffet car to recount the days experiences and a glass of Vin Blanc or two!!
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