Paris Opera Holidays, Breaks & Tours

Paris Opera Breaks

4 days from £790 per person

Arguably Europe’s most cosmopolitan and chic city, Paris has long attracted visitors from all over the world. With an eclectic blend of timeless museums, spectacular architecture, French bistros and cutting-edge art galleries, it is a city that pulls you back time and time again. Paris is undeniably passionate about performing arts and offers an exciting mix ranging from traditional opera to risqué cabaret and classic jazz to innovative theatre. With no less than three major opera houses including the Palais Garnier, Opéra Bastille and Théâtre du Châtelet, and a wonderful range of performances such as Carmen and Tosca, Paris is a magnificent city to enjoy an opera break.

Route: Paris

Itinerary Highlights

Wander through the Bohemian-cobbled streets of Montmartre where writers, musicians and artists took their inspiration. Don’t miss spectacular views of the city from the Sacré-Cœur.

Discover timeless treasure at the iconic Louvre Museum or admire the innovative art installations at the industrial Centre Pompidou.

Explore Paris’s fantastic and diverse culinary scene with its artisan patisseries, Michelin restaurants, cheese and wine boutiques and local bistros.

Itinerary: Paris Opera Breaks

Day 1 UK to Paris

This morning begin your journey by boarding your international flight to Paris. On arrival you will be met and transferred by private vehicle from the airport to your hotel in the city. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the city at your leisure. You might choose to wander down the tree-lined boulevard of the Champs-Élysées, stop for a sweet delicacy at an artisan patisserie before enjoying the magnificent vista of the city from the Arc de Triomphe. (N)

Accommodation in Paris: Hotel Bastille Speria (or similar)

Day 2 Paris

Today you are at leisure to explore the French capital. The Parisian public transport system is excellent, and the Metro is a very easy and affordable way to get around the city. Some of Paris’s most poignant landmarks include the iconic Eiffel Tower offering spectacular views of the city and the glass-pyramid Louvre – the world’s largest art museum. This evening enjoy your chosen opera performance at one of Paris’s spectacular opera houses. (B)

Accommodation in Paris: Hotel Bastille Speria (or similar)

Day 3 Paris

After breakfast depart your hotel and travel to the wonderfully bohemian district of Montmartre. Meander down the cobbled streets lined with pastel buildings, boulangeries and local artists. Ascend the stairs or various park trails to the spectacular Sacré-Cœur Basilica and enjoy the magnificent vista of Paris. Alternatively, take a short train ride to Versailles and explore the opulent Paris of Versailles – the principal royal residence of France which is home to the historical palace, beautiful gardens and royal stables. (B)

Accommodation in Paris: Hotel Bastille Speria (or similar)

Day 4 Paris to the UK

Enjoy your last day in Paris before returning to the UK. Enjoy a lunch cruise down the Seine, uncover a treasure trove of paintings, sculptures and photography at the Musée d'Orsay or why not enjoy an afternoon of wine and cheese tasting. Later that afternoon, you will be transferred by private vehicle to the airport for your flight home. When you arrive back into the UK, continue your journey home. (B)

**KEY: N = No meals, B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner

What's included

International flights from the UK
Hotel accommodation and taxes
Return private airport transfers
Opera tickets as specified

What's not included

Cost of visas
Travel Insurance
Expenses of a personal nature
Meals unless specified

Guide to Price

The above price is based on two people travelling together and sharing accommodation in low season. The price is only a guide and can vary according to selected airlines, hotels and date of travel. If you wish to travel with your family, friends or on your own we will be very happy to assist you with your arrangements.

Paris Opera Schedule for 2021

Please contact us to book your Paris opera break and for specific performance dates and prices.

Your Opera Holiday with Pettitts Travel

Pettitts Travel opera holidays are all tailor-made and personalised exactly to your requirements. With a well-established reputation in arranging opera holidays, we will be delighted to advise you on the different performances and schedules, recommend the most suitable seats, arrange any additional excursions or offer advice on how your holiday could be extended. Our opera holidays take place in Europe, ranging from Verona to Vienna, and Paris to Venice. With numerous flights to the continent from most UK regional airports and, once there, a wide variety of hotels to choose from, Pettitts Travel will arrange the perfect opera holiday for you.

All of our opera holidays include international flights from the UK, hotel accommodation, return airport transfers in-country and opera tickets as specified. Many clients also like to add on additional excursions and experiences which we can arrange for you pre-departure. Popular additional experiences include a day out to the excellent Spanish Riding School in Vienna, an afternoon of wine tasting in the Italian countryside when in Verona or Florence, a night at the Moulin Rouge or other cabaret venues in Paris, or a historical and cultural walking tour whilst in Rome, Berlin or Prague.

Popular Opera Performances

With hundreds of operas spanning over four centuries, there are a huge range and variety of opera performances, from stories of death and tragedy to tales of love and romance. One of the world’s most loved and popular operas is La Traviata by Italian composer Giuseppe Verdi. This masterpiece created in 1853 combines love and tragedy, all set in Paris to Verdi’s faultless score. Turning to one of the world’s greatest composers - Giacomo Puccini - Puccini scored some of the best-known operas in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Tosca is a tale of power and passion set against crashing orchestral cords, Madama Butterfly explores love and loss between a young Japanese girl and an American sailor whilst La Bohème, one of the most adored operas, follows the pains and pleasures of young love and money. Other recommended performances include Bizet’s Carmen, Rossini’s Il Barbiere di Siviglia, Verdi’s Aida and Mozart’s ‘Le Nozze di Figaro’.

European Opera Festivals

Not only is Europe home to some of the most beautiful and renowned opera houses, it is also famous for hosting some of the finest opera and arts festivals in the world. With Italy as the ‘birthplace of Opera’, it is no wonder that this beautifully boot-shaped country boasts some of the most prominent and spectacular festivals including the summertime Arena di Verona Festival and the classic Rossini Opera Festival celebrating the composer Gioacchino Pesaro. For something a little different, enjoy performances in Rome’s open-air opera festival located in the Roman Bath of Caracalla. Elsewhere, combine music, drama and dance at the Salzburg Arts Festival, celebrate all things opera in Munich during July, enjoy the breathtaking location of Ireland’s Blackwater Valley Opera Festival or discover classical music in the picturesque lake-side city of Lucerne at the end of summer. For something a little closer to home, Glyndebourne is an elegant choice for a night at the opera.

Paris Opera Breaks

4 days from £790 per person

Itinerary Highlights

Itinerary: Paris Opera Breaks

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What's included

What's not included

Guide to Price

Paris Opera Schedule for 2021

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Your Opera Holiday with Pettitts Travel

Popular Opera Performances

European Opera Festivals

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