Paris Private Tour with Private Chauffeur
Luxury Private Car Service Paris : You have the possibility to ask for a private tour guide AND a private chauffeur but also for a private driver ONLY with personalized itinerary, set by PARIS BY EMY both according to your preferences.
Traffic restrictions during Paris Olympics
From Friday July 26 to Sunday August 11, the Olympic Games will be held, then from August 28 to September 8, the Paralympic Games. The games will impact your travel. To ensure the safety and protection of residents, athletes and visitors, state services will set up perimeters around the competition venues.
These perimeters will result in access restrictions or diversions for motorized vehicles. Traffic restrictions will not affect pedestrians, cyclists and scooter users in the red and blue perimeters. https://parisbyemy.com/paris-olympics-2024/
Private Electric Car Service Paris
While exploring this enchanting city, PARIS BY EMY and its business partners are opting for a greener mode of transportation thanks to electric vehicles (EVs).
Our favorite car is the Mercedes Class EQV, the Electric V Class Mercedes minivan when available and for short distance within Paris
By eliminating the combustion of fossil fuels, EVs help decrease the release of carbon dioxide and other pollutants into the atmosphere, thereby mitigating climate change and its associated impacts.
Car for your Paris Luxury Private Tour Guide
Business partners such as Private Driver Agency and PARIS BY EMY demonstrate the quality of its luxuring touring services in Paris with certified VTC drivers.
- Mercedes Class EQV : The Electric V Class clean means of transport up to 7 passengers
- Mercedes E Class : The Electric E Class Berline transport 2 passengers
- Mercedes S Class : The Electric S Class prestigeous luxury sedan
- Mercedes V Class : The V Class is ideal for long distance trips outside Paris
- Minibus and minicars Mercedes SPRINTER : Up to 24 passengers for large group
- Mercedes-Maybach : the utmost grace and maximum comfort, attention to detail
We provide high standing services with genuine tour customization.
Private Electric Car Service Paris
| From € | Bespoke Itinerary | Features | Minimum Driving Duration | Number of passengers |
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| 650 | YES | Driver only | 4 hours minimum | 1 to 7 |
| 850 | YES | Guide+driver | 4 hours minimum | 1 to 6 |
| 1,400 | YES | Champagne | 6 hours minimum | 1 to 6 |
| 1,400 | YES | Loire Valley | 6 hours minimum | 1 to 6 |
| 1,650 | YES | Normandy | 10 hours minimum | 1 to 6 |
| Quote | YES | Anywhere | 4 hours minimum | Your choice |
The Greatest Comfort and Equipment
- VTC certified driver with professionalism and discretion
- Vehicle maintenance and safety of service
- Sanitized car before each service
- Air-conditioning
- Bottles of water
- Free Wi-Fi connection
- Phone chargers
- Child seat or booster seat if needed
- Umbrellas at your disposal
How to proceed ?
Send PARIS BY EMY a contact form or an email with the information below :
- What day and time you would like to have your private driving tour
- How many persons will take the bespoke driving tour
- How many hours (driving tours are a minimum of 4 hours)
- If you want a driving tour with private guide and driver OR only with a driver
- What things you would like to cover such as themes, districts, landmarks, monuments…
PARIS BY EMY will send you a quotation according to your request.
Bespoke Itinerary and Private Driving Tours
Once you have booked, you will receive an itinerary proposal by email:
- You can adjust and modify your itinerary
- You get PARIS BY EMY recommendations
- Your itinerary is validated upon your approval before your arrival
You can adjust when it is feasible your itinerary on the go
Personalized Itinerary
PARIS BY EMY customizes your itinerary before your arrival with ongoing exchange upon our expertise. Travel planner and driver agency, we craft itineraries tailored to optimize your time, to your specific interests and preferences, with our recommendations.
- Draft itinerary sent by email for your approval
- Finalized itinerary before your arrival in Paris
- Optimized transportation itinerary from your pick up
- Adjustment of your itinerary according to your profile
- Coordination with the private driver company
- Driver name, phone and car plate number sent by email
- Ongoing support from PARIS BY EMY during your tour
You can adapt your itinerary on the go and stops according to your preferences and needs. You will be able to take a pause to use a bathroom, for fabulous photo breaks, walk in Parisian streets into iconic monuments and historical districts, stop for a little shopping tour or food tour and a lunch break in a typical brasserie within your custom-made itinerary and thanks to PARIS BY EMY recommendations while having a VTC certified driver with sense of service
Guide AND Private Driver Convenience
- Having a private guide AND driver gives you the opportunity to being drop off for a stop or a walk
- You can stop and go to visit without limitations with your guide while your driver is parking
- With our Car Service Paris, it is possible to adjust your private tour itinerary on your way
- Your guide will be in charge to coordinate the changes and your time management with the driver
Private Car Service Paris Flexibility
PARIS BY EMY gives you the recommendations you need regarding monuments, districts, cafés, gardens, … upon your interests. Thus, your custom-made itinerary is flexible while being set before your arrival with time optimization : photo breaks, walking, shopping, pause for bathroom or lunch break
- From your bespoke itinerary, you stop to each site monuments at your own pace
- You can adapt your itinerary on the go and stops according to your preferences
- You can spend more time on such and such stop/site according to your interests for photo breaks
- You will be able to walk in Parisian streets into historical districts, stop for a little shopping
- You will be able to take a pause to use a bathroom, and a lunch or snack break in a typical brasserie
Components of Private Car Service Paris
Private car services ensure seamless transportation, saving valuable time and energy. In addition, nothing beats the expertise and personal touch of PARIS BY EMY’s expertise. Be carefull with private drivers tour agency who offer you a so called “bespoke itinerary” : in fact, they provide already-made driving tours according to their OWN convenience avoiding difficult districts or landmarks to drive and to park.
- Hotel pick up or at any meeting point
- Custom-made flexible itinerary
- Itinerary upon your approval
- Minimum of 4 Hours private driver
- Possibility to add extra hours on the way
- Morning, Afternoon, Evening
- No already-made each tour is unique
- Recommendations upon your profile
2 Options : Guide and Driver or Only Driver
2 options both with bespoke itinerary according to your aspirations, profile, with our expertise are offered to you according to your budget :
- A private driver ONLY with custom-made itinerary and permanent contact (budget friendly or independance need)
- A private guide AND a private driver with custom-made itinerary (high standard of service)
We possess in-depth knowledge of the city’s iconic monuments and districts, including transportation optimization and skip-the-line tickets booking.
Safety first during a driving tour
Distractions are shown to compromise the safety of the passengers, pedestrians, and people in other vehicles. Your driver and you will receive your tailor-made itinerary by email upon your approval before your arrival for both option : driver only OR guide with driver.
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Your driver does not have anything else to do than DRIVING
According to the National Highway Traffic Administration – branch of the US Transportation Department, driver distractions are the leading cause of most vehicle crashes and near-crashes. Thus, having both a private driver AND a private guide allows the driver to pay fully attention on driving tasks.
Distraction is a human habit, but there are a lot of ways to control it. The first, and most effective, is to ensure that your driver does not have anything else to do in the car than DRIVING, PARKING and ADAPTING to the different stops.
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In our tours the private driver will NEVER be a guide
Driver undeniably rhymes with good driving. Your driver cannot talk and explain you about Paris while driving. PARIS BY EMY offers private “driver only” with personalized itinerary for friendly budget. Be carefull, certain driving agencies are social dumping when they use a driver who is a guide while putting safety at stake. A driver is a driver and a guide is a guide. A guide will provide you great insights, support and “light” during your tour.
Don’t worry, you can adapt your itinerary on the go and stops according to your preferences and needs for both option : driver only OR guide with driver.
Hop on Hop Off Private Car Service Paris
The Best is to have a Parisian mix of everything according to your interests and preferences upon our recommendations. Be open to our recommendations and expertise as well. It promises an unforgettable journey through the heart of Paris with hop on and hop off.
- The top landmarks and icons of Paris
- The historical districts heart of Paris
- Food tour of delicatessen, French pastry
- Shopping tour, luxury boutiques tour
- The city architecture from antiquity to nowadays
- The Sacred places in the City of Lights…
- A mix of your interests and preferences !
Visiting Paris with a private guide and a private car service offer a seamless and personalized way to explore the City of Lights.
Exploring Surrounding Areas
While Paris itself offers a wealth of attractions, the surrounding areas are also worth exploring. Visit the enchanting village of Giverny, the former home of Impressionist painter Claude Monet.
- Claude Monet’s Giverny House & Gardens and the waterlilies
- The region of Champagne the king of wines story
- Van Gogh’s beloved Auvers-sur-Oise picturesque town
- Normandy and the landing beach
- Orleans Loire Valley on the steps of Joan of Arc…Advantages of Private Driving Tours
For wine enthusiasts, a visit to the Champagne region offers the opportunity to taste exquisite sparkling wines and explore historic vineyards.
Walking Tour or Driving Tours ?
When deciding between a private walking tour and a private driving tour of Paris, several factors should be taken into account such as your budget but also :
- Personal Preferences: Consider your preferences for exploration. Are you more drawn to leisurely strolls through charming neighborhoods or the convenience of covering more ground ?
- Time Constraints: Evaluate the duration of your visit to Paris and the amount of time you have available for sightseeing. Walking tours may offer a more leisurely pace
Advantages of Private Car Service
Comfort and Convenience
One of the primary benefits of opting for a private driving tour of Paris is the comfort and convenience it provides. Traveling in a private vehicle allows you to navigate the city with ease, avoiding the hassle of public transportation or navigating crowded streets on foot. With air-conditioned comfort and ample legroom, you can relax and enjoy the sights without worrying about fatigue or discomfort.
Covering More Ground
Unlike walking tours, private driving tours offer the advantage of covering a larger area of the city in a shorter amount of time. With a knowledgeable driver behind the wheel, you can visit multiple landmarks and neighborhoods without the constraints of physical exertion. This is particularly advantageous for travelers with limited time who want to maximize their sightseeing opportunities without feeling rushed.
Accessibility for Those with Mobility Issues
For travelers with mobility issues or disabilities, private driving tours offer a convenient and accessible way to explore Paris. With door-to-door service and wheelchair-accessible vehicles available, everyone can enjoy the beauty and charm of the city without limitations. This inclusivity ensures that all travelers can experience the magic of Paris firsthand, regardless of their physical abilities.
Disadvantages of Private Driving Tours
Less Intimate Experience
While private driving tours offer comfort and convenience, they may lack the intimate experience of walking through the streets of Paris. Sitting inside a vehicle can create a barrier between you and the city, limiting opportunities for spontaneous interactions with locals and immersive cultural experiences. If you value authentic connections and up-close encounters, a walking tour may be more suitable for your preferences.
Limited Interaction with Locals
Exploring Paris by car may also result in limited interaction with locals, as you’re confined to the vehicle for the majority of the tour. Unlike walking tours where you can engage with shop owners, street performers, and residents along the way, private driving tours often keep you distanced from the vibrant pulse of the city. While your guide can offer valuable insights and commentary, the opportunity for genuine interactions with Parisians may be somewhat restricted.
Private Driving Tour and Museum
We do not recommend to visit a museum such the Louvre during a driving private tour because you do not want to pay a driver to stay inside the car while you are visiting a museum for at least 2 hours. The investment of hiring a private driver, with or without guide, is better cushioned for a full customized driving tour accross Paris with brief stops, hop on and hop off. Making longer stop to visit by walk landmarks or hidden gems is much more wiser.
Private Car Service Paris Professionalism
The VTC or large discount driver drives people in so-called luxury touring vehicles as part of their trips. To be a VTC private driver, you must hold a professional VTC card that must be on the windshield of his/her vehicle. It is exactly the same for licensed guides, they must have a professional card.
The best and historical private luxury touring company in France is Chabé. Visionary, Maurice Chabé, returning from the Great War, decided to serve the clientele of Parisian Palaces during the Roaring Twenties. Building on his father’s experience who owned a few cabs, he bought his first car and drove it himself in 1921. Chabé is now present in 13 cities in Europe and offers its services in 100 countries. In addition, the Maurice Chabé Academy has supported since 2008 learners in the profession of driver and holders of a professional card that must be on the vehicle’s windshield.
Luxury chauffeur-driven cars must have an engine with a power greater than 88kw (i.e. 120 horsepower), have between 4 and 9 seats, be more than 4.5 meters long, be less than 6 years old and offer comfort and “standing” interior fittings. Be careful of unscrupulous companies that offer a private driver who is a guide at the same time and would give you insights. For safety reasons, it is mandatory that drivers are only driving.
Zero-tolerance approach to labor exploitation
Labour exploitation is the abuse of people in the workplace for profit such as
- Having wages and paperwork being controlled by another person
- Being forced to work long hours without breaks
- Being subjected to poor workplace health and safety…
We expect the same high standards from all of business partners.
Luxury Private Car Service Paris
PARIS BY EMY works with Paris based French companies of car services that respect the security rules, car insurance, car fleet maintenance, and providing professional VTC drivers holders of a professional card, fluent in English. We have a great Business Network and the experience with the best and most serious private driver companies willing to provide the greatest experience.