2026-07-21T02:32:43.406Z

We had a 7 hour layover at CDG and booked a private tour with Maya. It ended up being one of the best parts of our trip.Before we arrived, Maya gave us clear instructions on where to meet our guide and made everything easy and stress-free.Our guide, Alain, was amazing. He was friendly, easy to talk to, and knew a lot about Paris, France, and its history. As we drove around the city, he shared interesting stories that made us appreciate everything we were seeing.Even though we only had about four hours, we got to see so much. We enjoyed the beautiful view of the Eiffel Tower from Trocadéro, stopped at the Arc de Triomphe, drove down the Champs-Élysées, crossed the Seine at our request, and visited the Louvre Pyramid. We also stopped at a local bakery and had some of the best croissants we've ever eaten. We walked around the Arc de Triomphe while enjoying them, which was one of our favorite moments.What really stood out was how personal the tour felt. During our conversation, I mentioned that I had been reading about Joan of Arc. We got into a conversation about her. At the end of the tour, Alain made a special stop to show us her statue overlooking Paris at Montmartre and Sacré-Cœur,. It wasn't part of the original plan, but he wanted to make sure we saw it. That small gesture meant a lot and made the experience even more memorable.Even after adjusting the route based on what we wanted to see he got us back to Charles de Gaulle Airport right on time. Our carry-on bags stayed safely in the vehicle the whole time, so we never had to worry about them.If you have a long layover in Paris, I highly recommend Maya and her team. And if Alain is your guide, you're in for a great experience. He made our first visit to Paris one we'll always remember.

2026-07-20T01:01:10.533Z

Maya helped us book a last-minute tour of Paris on Bastille Day after our travel plans changed and we unexpectedly ended up with a nine-hour layover. We knew this would not be an easy task on such an important and celebrated holiday.From the start, we were provided with clear instructions on navigating the airport and meeting our guide. We were fortunate enough to have Fadi as our guide for the day, and he truly made the experience unforgettable.He first took us to the Basilique du Sacré-Cœur, where we enjoyed an amazing view of the Bastille Day air show. From there, we explored Montmartre, wandered through the arts district, caught a hidden glimpse of the Eiffel Tower, and made a quick stop at La Maison Rose, one of the most photographed restaurants in France, which was once studio artists such as Dalí and Picasso.We were able to enjoy all the Parisian treats we had hoped for, including croissants, baguettes, macarons, and crêpes. We also stopped at Galeries Lafayette (bathroom pitstop) for its spectacular rooftop view of the Eiffel Tower before heading off for some closer views of the iconic landmark itself.Due to Bastille Day road closures, the Champs-Élysées and Arc de Triomphe were inaccessible, but we were still able to get close enough to enjoy great views. We knew ahead of time that the Louvre would be closed on the day of our visit, and we were informed in advance that portions of the area would be restricted because the President was attending the parade. We greatly appreciated the transparency and work around in the itinerary.We felt incredibly lucky to experience the atmosphere of Bastille Day firsthand. Along the way, we saw many different military vehicles participating in the celebrations and were also able to visit Parvis Notre-Dame and the beautiful Jardin du Luxembourg.Considering the holiday, we really lucked out with minimal traffic and convenient parking throughout the day.Thank you, Fadi, for everything you did to make our short visit to Paris so memorable. You were a pleasure to spend the day with, and we couldn't have asked for a better guide. Highly recommended!

2026-07-15T20:57:54.397Z

My husband and I had an 11 hour layover in Paris. Neither of us had ever been to Paris and we thought it would be great to at least see the Eiffel Tower and eat a croissant. We were going to get a cab and figure it out ourselves. By the end of our trip to Malta I started to stress out about it. That's when I found AskMaya. I never knew there was such a thing as a layover tour but it turned out to be one of the highlights of our entire vacation. We booked a 6 hour private tour (on Bastille Day). Alain or guide picked us up promptly at 10 at the airport and dropped us back at 4. In between was the most comprehensive and informative introduction to Paris one could ask for. First we drove past the little Statue of Liberty and then got out at the Eiffel Tower to take pictures. Our guide educating us on the history of both. Next we stopped at a lovely bakery for coffee and a croissant. So already all my expectations had been met...but Alain was just getting started. He took us to Hotel des invilades - where Napoleans tomb is, we stopped at Notre Dame, we visited Luxemborg Palace & Jardin, we saw the Pantheon all decked out in the French flag to celebrate Bastille Day, we saw the Louvre and the Jardin du Carrousel. Throughout Alain shared his knowledge of all of these historic places. We took a walk through Monmarte and visited the Sacre-Coeue Basilica. We saw the oldest winery in Paris and a beautiful street where a scene from Emily in Paris was filmed. At Alains suggestion, my husband and I then had a lovely lunch at Moulin de la Galet..our last stop on this immersive tour. It was really fantastic.We saw it all (except for the Champs-Elysees and the Arc de Triomphe - which was blocked off because of the holiday).I highly recommend Alain and this tour. It, and he, was exceptional, beyond our expectations. We will return soon for a REAL holiday in Paris and we will definitely take some of the other tours offered by AskMaya. It was a GREAT introduction to the beautiful city of Paris.

2026-07-10T08:14:52.673Z

We had an excellent experience with AskMaya. From the very beginning, their team was patient, responsive, and accommodating. Our flights were delayed, and they updated our itinerary accordingly without any issues, making the entire process stress-free.Our tour guide was outstanding, always on time, incredibly kind, and very knowledgeable. He provided clear instructions and helpful tips for exploring the city on our own, which made navigating Paris easier and allowed us to visit even more places with confidence.I truly recommend both our tour guide and the AskMaya team. Their professionalism, flexibility, and excellent customer service made our trip to Paris even more enjoyable.

2026-07-09T13:09:35.929Z

The layover tour was great! We customized to fit a bit of shopping into the tour. Alain Alatassi Was our guide and he was so kind and a fun to talk to. He tried to make it a great experience. Very professional service! Highly recommend!!

2026-07-08T23:49:16.686Z

Maya was ABSOLUTELY incredible! She was very patient and knowledgeable about everything! I had trouble finding the exit from CDG( I’m horrible with directions even with her giving THE BEST ones) yet she stuck it out with me. She made the tour for me and my daughter amazing. My daughter even wants to live in Paris now. Lol! It honestly felt alike an outing with one of my friends instead of a guided tour with a stranger. I would definitely recommend her 100 times over. I’ll definitely see her again in the future. Thanks , Maya!

2026-07-08T10:58:54.872Z

The tour was a wonderful experience- our guide Maya was fantastic. Perfect from end to end.

2026-07-03T14:25:03.416Z

See the HOT spots in a COOL car! We booked at the last minute due to the heatwave in Paris and the experience was exactly what we were looking for - the highlights of Paris in an air conditioned, clean, comfortable car with a friendly, knowledgable driver/tour guide. Not only did Fadi know all the places to see and where to park/walk for the perfect view, he took high quality photos for our family. He also knows the best spots to stop for a meal, snacks, coffee. We learned the history of many places and also picked up some tips and tricks for the rest of our stay. We truly enjoyed our day!