Goodbye Paris

On our last day in Paris we, went to the Arc De Triomphe, walked the Champs Elysee, visited the Louvre, went to Montmatre, shopped, visted the Holocaust Museum, then went home had dinner and went on a cruise.
Paris has been very full on, the crowds are beyond immagination and the French system of dealing with group bookings is very difficult and annoying. We have made the most of every minute but I think everyone is ready to move on.

Our French Guides

We have been so lucky to have had Fifi and Gigi as our guides in Paris. Here they are striking a Parisian pose and showing us how to catch the Metro

Fairy Floss Fun

Pere Lachaise Cemetery

The morning walking group headed east to the famous Pere Lachaise Cemetery. The first famous grave we found was Fred Chopin.

The group played 'Chopsticks' in his memory.

We found the wall were the Paris Commune ended in 1871 with the ringleaders (147 in all) being placed against the wall and shot. This site is a pilgrimage place for Socialists worlwide.

The group photo.

Versailles Hall of Mirrrors

Our fine young Aussies in the Hall of Mirrors

Tour De Eiffel

Invalides

Tuesday morning began with a trip to the War Museum, Invalides.

It is also the resting place of Napoleon.

We only had an hour here needed about three.

Paris at Night

After dinner at the hostel we headed into the heart of the city to see the lights of Paris.

We ended our walk in front of the Notre Dome

Montparnasse Tower

After booking into the hostel we walked to the Montparnasse Tower. The view from the top was a great introduction to the city of Paris.

Paris Hotel

Our hostel is very flash. Here the manager is telling the students the rules. There is a large billboard in the foyer that tells us about how many different nationalities are staying here.