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How Much Does a Paris Trip Really Cost?

Get a realistic budget estimate in 60 seconds. Then let our Paris-based team plan it for you.

Use the controls below to configure your Paris trip parameters. The budget estimate updates in real time as you adjust each option. All prices are in US dollars and based on tourist-season averages in central Paris.

Travel Party

2 travelers

Choose solo (1 traveler), couple (2 travelers), or group (3-6 travelers). Budget is calculated per person then multiplied by party size. Groups of 7 or more should contact us for a custom quote.

Trip Duration

3 days20 days
Select your trip length from 3 to 14 days. Accommodation is calculated for one fewer night than trip days. Daily costs for dining, activities, and transport are multiplied by the number of days.

Accommodation

1 room · 5 nights

3-4 star boutique, charming neighborhoods

Accommodation cost is calculated as nightly rate times number of nights times rooms needed (1 room per 2 travelers). Toggle "Already booked" to exclude hotel costs. Budget tier: around $80/night, Mid-range: around $200/night, Upscale: around $380/night.

Dining Style

Local restaurants + standout dinners

Dining cost is per person per day and covers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Budget: around $40/day, Mixed: around $75/day with authentic bistronomy, Upscale: around $130/day at curated restaurants.

Activities & Attractions

Skip-the-line, river cruise, cooking class

Activities cost covers museum entries, tours, and experiences per person per day. Light: around $25/day with free attractions, Balanced: around $55/day with skip-the-line access, High: around $95/day with premium experiences.

Transportation

Metro + Uber for evenings and rain days

Daily transport cost per person in Paris. Metro only: around $8/day using the Paris metro system, Mixed metro and taxi: around $25/day, Private car: around $70/day with driver service.

Guided Tours

Flights

Guided tours add approximately $90 per half-day per person. Flights estimate is around $900 per person for a round-trip from the US. Toggle each option on or off to include or exclude from total.

Choose Your Package

The Chic Trip planning fee is a flat rate added to your trip budget. Blueprint package provides a detailed day-by-day itinerary. Concierge package includes full booking management and priority WhatsApp support during your trip. A 30 percent launch discount is currently applied to both packages.

Your Paris Budget

2 travelers · 6 days

Accommodation (5 nights)$1,250
Dining (6 days)$1,140
Activities (6 days)$840
Transportation (6 days)$480
Travel Insurance$180
Tips, Souvenirs & Extras$540
Chic Trip Planning Fee
$540
With Chic Trip
$4,970
With a travel agency$6,470
You save
~$1,500
Per person$2,485
Per day (total)$828
Hotel (25%)
Food (23%)
Activities (17%)
Transport (10%)
Other (14%)
Chic Trip (11%)

Based on tourist-season averages in central Paris. Actual prices vary by season and choices.

This section compares DIY trip planning (20+ hours of research, risk of tourist traps, no local support) with Chic Trip service (custom itinerary, skip-the-line bookings, curated restaurants, vetted hotels, hidden local spots, and priority WhatsApp support). Chic Trip charges a flat planning fee with zero markup on hotels, flights, and restaurants.

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Planning It Yourself vs. With Chic Trip

Planning Alone

  • 20+ hours of research across blogs and forums
  • Risk of tourist traps near major landmarks
  • Confusing metro system and logistics
  • Overpaying for hotels in wrong arrondissements
  • Missing the hidden gems only locals know
  • No support when things go wrong on the ground

With Chic Trip

  • Custom day-by-day itinerary on your phone
  • Skip-the-line bookings at Louvre & Versailles
  • Curated restaurants where Parisians actually eat
  • Hotels in safe, charming neighborhoods we vetted
  • Hidden courtyards, local cafes, and secret spots
  • Priority WhatsApp support from our Paris team

Our planning fee: $540Blueprint · 2 travelers · 6 days

Zero markup on hotels, flights, and restaurants. Our flat planning fee is the only extra cost.

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About This Simulator

Everything you need to know about planning your trip

Based on 2024-2025 tourist-season averages for central Paris. Actual costs vary by season (November-February is cheapest), neighborhood, and personal choices. Think of this as a realistic starting point, not a fixed quote.
Visa fees, premium shopping, and personal expenses beyond the miscellaneous buffer. We include a $45/day miscellaneous allowance for tips, small purchases, and unexpected costs.
November through February (excluding holidays) for hotels. March-April and October offer the best balance of weather and prices. July-August are peak tourist season with highest costs.
Yes. Fill in our short form and our Paris-based team will build a personalized budget and itinerary within 24 hours. The Blueprint planning service starts at $540 for a 6-day couple trip.

With Chic Trip

$4,970

$6,470

Paris Trip Budget Calculator

Calculate your realistic Paris trip budget in 60 seconds. Get a detailed cost breakdown for accommodation, food, activities, and flights based on your travel style. Transparent pricing, zero markup.