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Stories, planning notes and small confessions from the team that runs our private tours — written for travelers who'd rather have one good day than three rushed ones.

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25 Best Things to Do in Paris (2025)
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25 Best Things to Do in Paris (2025)

Planning your dream trip to Paris? With centuries of art, fashion, food, and history at every turn, it can feel overwhelming deciding what to do first. From private Paris tours and food and wine experiences to walking tours, history tours, and day trips to Normandy, there’s no shortage of unforgetta

10 February 2025·7 min read
Best Season to Visit Paris: A Traveler’s Guide to Unforgettable Experiences
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Best Season to Visit Paris: A Traveler’s Guide to Unforgettable Experiences

Planning a trip to Paris? One of the first questions you’ll face is: What’s the best season to visit Paris? Whether you’re into art, food, history, fashion, or romantic strolls along the Seine, each season offers something unique. From immersive museum visits and vibrant festivals to cozy cafés and

10 February 2025·2 min read
How Many Days Do You Need to Spend in Paris? Your Ideal Itinerary Guide
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How Many Days Do You Need to Spend in Paris? Your Ideal Itinerary Guide

Planning a trip to Paris is exciting—but it can also be overwhelming. With world-famous landmarks, unforgettable food and wine tours, and charming neighborhoods, how do you decide how many days to spend in the City of Light? Whether you’re considering walking tours, a luxurious wine tasting tour, or

10 February 2025·2 min read
Welcome to Astra Via Tours!
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Welcome to Astra Via Tours!

Welcome to our blog! This is our first post, and we are thrilled to introduce ourselves, tell you what we do, how we do it, and most importantly, why we do it! Who We Are Astra Via Tours is a small-group tour operator and travel services company based in Paris. For the past four years, […]

10 February 2025·2 min read