Discover northern France's rich history on this journey through Pas-de-Calais. Begin in coastal Boulogne-sur-Mer with its ancient ramparts and maritime heritage, then continue to Arras with its stunning Flemish architecture and World War I memorial sites. Experience the unique culture where French traditions meet Flemish influences.
Exclusively yours: private vehicle and professional driver
Discover local insights you won't find in guidebooks
Experience the freedom to explore at your own speed
Perfectly planned for families, friends, or solo travelers
From US$234
Private group ride
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalUS$702
What to expect
Your day trip begins wherever you are
Meet our professional driver right where you prefer in Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport whenever suits you best. No time wasted getting to the pickup point, grab your bag and start your trip right away.
Discover more with local expertise
Your driver’s local insights will set the tone for your day trip. A hidden café here, a must-try restaurant there; insider tips you’ll love sharing later. This isn’t a guided tour but your ride will be rich with stories and discoveries along the way. And throughout the day, your driver will be available for you as needed, ready to assist, happy to help, making your trip stress-free.
Explore at your own pace
Relax as your Daytrip driver handles routes and timing between Boulogne-sur-Mer and Arras, so you can focus on coastal heritage and Flemish architecture without worrying about northern France navigation or cross-regional scheduling.
Perfect for any private group
Whether you're traveling solo, as a family with kids, or as a large group, this service is tailored for your comfort and flexibility. It's the ideal option especially if you have limited time or a busy schedule.
Good to know
Two-way private car transfer
Air-conditioned vehicle
Personalized pickup and drop-off
Professional English-speaking driver
Complimentary bottled water
Free cancellation 24 hours before departure
Entry/Admission tickets to paid attractions Boulogne-sur-Mer and Arras should be purchased separately unless specified otherwise
Meals, snacks, and gratuity are not included
From US$234
Private group ride
per person
Select date and travelers
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pickup time.
For a group of 1-3 travelersTotalUS$702
Your trip at a glance
Your trip at a glance
Start in Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport
You choose the pickup spot.
Boulogne-sur-Mer
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 3 hours - admission not included
Explore Boulogne-sur-Mer's historic Upper Town (Haute Ville), completely surrounded by the best-preserved medieval ramparts in northern France with 13th-century walls that have protected the city for over 700 years through invasions, sieges, and the passage of time, creating a fortress-like atmosphere that transports visitors back to medieval defensive architecture. Walk the cobblestone streets to discover the impressive Notre-Dame Basilica with its distinctive dome visible from the English Channel on clear days, and climb the medieval belfry for panoramic views over the busy port, the English Channel, and on exceptionally clear days, the white cliffs of Dover that remind visitors of this city's strategic position as France's gateway to England. Visit Nausicaá, one of Europe's largest and most innovative aquariums, featuring over 58,000 marine animals including sharks, rays, sea lions, and tropical fish in massive tanks that recreate ocean ecosystems from around the world with cutting-edge technology that educates visitors about marine conservation and the interconnectedness of ocean life. Stroll through the bustling fish market and harbor area to experience the city's authentic maritime traditions dating back to Roman times when this was Gesoriacum, the main port for crossing to Britain and the gateway between continental Europe and the British Isles. Don't miss the chateau-museum with its fascinating Egyptian collections, medieval artifacts, and local history exhibits that tell the story of this strategic port that has connected France to England for over two millennia. The city's unique position as a gateway between two nations has created a distinctive Franco-English culture worth exploring through its restaurants serving fresh Channel seafood, traditional French cuisine, and the international flavors that reflect its role as a crossroads of cultures and maritime traditions.
Arras
Feel free to explore at your own pace and discover
Stop: 2 hours - admission not included
Discover Arras' magnificent Grand'Place and Place des Héros, two of Europe's most beautiful squares lined with 155 distinctive Flemish baroque facades featuring stepped gables, ornate stonework, and golden sandstone that creates a harmonious architectural ensemble unrivaled anywhere in France and reflecting the region's complex cultural heritage between French and Flemish traditions. Climb the Gothic town hall's UNESCO-listed belfry, rising 75 meters above the squares, for stunning panoramic views over the city's red-tiled roofs and the surrounding Artois countryside with its rolling hills and fields that stretch to the horizon, punctuated by church spires and farm buildings that create a quintessentially northern French landscape. Explore the fascinating underground tunnels (Les Boves) that honeycomb the city beneath the squares—medieval chalk quarries that have sheltered residents for centuries, from storage during the Middle Ages to mushroom cultivation in modern times to air raid shelters during both World Wars when civilians sought protection from bombing that devastated much of northern France. Visit the comprehensive Wellington Quarry Memorial to learn about the Battle of Arras and the extensive 20-kilometer tunnel network used by British, Canadian, and New Zealand forces during WWI's underground warfare, where soldiers lived, planned attacks, and moved troops secretly beneath no-man's land in one of the war's most innovative and dangerous military strategies. Walk through the historic city center discovering art galleries, traditional estaminets (authentic Flemish taverns) serving local beer and regional cuisine, and shops selling regional specialties like Arras hearts (traditional gingerbread cookies shaped like hearts) and local artisanal beers that reflect the region's Flemish brewing heritage and cross-cultural culinary traditions that blend French refinement with Flemish heartiness.
Back to Paris-Charles De Gaulle Airport
We’ll take you back to your starting point.
Duration of the stops can be changed upon request after booking
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Daytrip is loved all around the world. Here's why.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.