Private Classical Paris
Saturday, September 10–Saturday, September 17, 2011
Arranged by Pamela Huntington Darling, Exclusive Cultural Travel Programs
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In view of the continuing success of ICA&CA’s Private Classical Paris tour, offering exceptional access to France’s emblematic sites of the finest in classical architecture, decorative arts, and gardens, we are pleased to propose this exclusive program of unrivaled private visits and receptions with prominent officials, hosts, and experts.
During seven extraordinary days, Private Classical Paris will offer participants exemplary, behind-the-scenes visits to sites representing the most significant examples of French classical architecture, designed by François Mansart, Louis Le Vau, 
Antoine Lepautre, Jules Hardouin Mansart, Ange-Jacques Gabriel, and Claude-Nicolas Ledoux; and outstanding private residences—boasting the finest in decorative arts and gardens.
Guests will enjoy private access to ambassadorial residences, renowned French institutions, private residences and châteaux of distinction owned by members of the French nobility and private art collectors, most inaccessible to the public, housing the highest level of décor, rare and extensive collections of artwork, many with admirable gardens, led by knowledgeable experts, as well as private receptions and dinners at remarkable residences.
For the first time this year, we will also discover famous Art Deco private residences with an Art Deco architect.
Participants will reside at the sister hotels, next to each other, located in the aristocratic area of Saint-Germain-des-Près, both favourite hotels of interior designers: Double occupancy Superior Rooms: Hotel Saint Vincent; 5, rue du Pré aux Clercs; 75007 Paris; www.hotelsdufaubourgsaintgermain.com. Single occupancy Deluxe Rooms: Hotel Lenox Saint Germain; 9, rue de l’Université; 
75007 Paris; next to Hotel Saint Vincent; www.hotelsdufaubourgsaintgermain.com. The rooms in both hotels are nicely furnished with marble bathrooms.
To assure participants full enjoyment of this significant program and to recuperate from transatlantic travel, we suggest arrival a day in advance. Extra nights at the hotel can be arranged for you.
The program is limited to 20 participants (15 participants minimum). Reservations will be treated according to the date of registration. The full itinerary and descriptions will be sent to the participants.
We look forward to welcoming you in Paris for this exclusive and memorable program!
Tour Price: $7,000 per person based on double occupancy; $1,000 single supplement applies; based on an exchange rate of $1.35/1 Euro; on a minimum of 15 participants (maximum 20); plus a tax-deductible $500 donation to ICA&CA.
Rate includes: 7 days of private visits and receptions; 7 nights of accommodation in a 3-star luxury boutique hotel; all breakfasts, 5 luncheons, cocktail receptions, and 4 dinners in private residences; costs involved in the program, transport to and from events during the tour, all private visits, expert lecturers, etc. 
Reservations and Information: For more information and to reserve, please email or call Pamela Huntington Darling at your earliest convenience. E-mail: pdarling@exclusiveculturaltours.com. Tel.: Paris: 011 33 1 45 67 62 81. Please be sure to include your daytime and evening phone number in any and all correspondences.
Confirmation of reservation will be treated according to reception date of registration.
Due to the exceptional character of certain private visits and receptions proposed in this program, to which access is highly exclusive, if a venue is cancelled by the host, it will be replaced by a visit or reception of equal quality, and guests will be notified.
To assure availability, please reserve now. Members at the Contributor or Individual ~ Professional level or higher are welcome to attend our tours. Members at the Donor level and higher receive Priority Registration E-alerts before the general public. Join online today or call (212) 730-9646, extension 104 to upgrade your membership.