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QATAR PRIX DE L'ARC DE TRIOMPHE 2012
Sunday 7th October
Longchamp, Paris

The Arc is Europe's richest race bringing together the classic winners from England, Ireland, France, Germany and Italy in one race. Join us in Paris in October for our Prix de l'Arc weekend and enjoy this fantastic city and its festival of speed. We offer a choice of packages based on Eurostar, 2 nights B&B accommodation and general admission race tickets. Upgraded Grandstand seats are available and all breaks can be extended allowing you to make the most of your time in  Paris.

 

 

Prix de l'Arc Weekend - Price per Person

HotelHotel RatingPer Person
Price
Single Sup (2 nights)
Ibis Paris Montmartre 2/3 Star £325 £122
Millennium Hotel Opera 4 Star £435 £259 
K&K Cayre 4 Star Superior
£525 £295

Prices are per person sharing a twin / double room, departing the UK on Saturday 6th October
Upgrade to Standard Premier Class on  Eurostar - from £150 per person. 

 
 

Prix de l'Arc Weekend includes

  • Return travel on Eurostar in standard class
  • 2 nights hotel accommodation at your chosen hotel (Sat/Sun nights)
  • Daily breakfast
  • General Admission to the Hippodrome de Longchamp on Sunday
 
 

Travel Options

Our packages are based on Eurostar’s high speed train service between St Pancras/Ebbsfleet and Gare du Nord, taking you to the heart of Paris in just 2½ hours. Our prices are based on contract rates with Eurostar and apply to all train services, subject to availability of the correct fare class at the time of booking. Please tell us your preffered time of travel and we will get as close to this as we can.

From the Gare du Nord Station you can easily reach your hotel by Metro or taxi. Public transport is frequent, on time and good value for money. To save time in Paris, we recommend you purchase a ‘Paris Visite’ Pass from St Pancras International, which allows unlimited travel on all bus, Metro and RER services in Paris.

Eurostar Times   Depart / Arrive  
Sat 06 October London St Pancras or Ebbsfleet / Paris Please advise your preferred train times
Mon 08 October Paris / London St Pancras or Ebbsfleet Please advise your preferred train times
 
 
Upgrade to Grandstand Seats
Included in the Prix de l'Arc weekend price is general admission to Longchamp on Saturday & Sunday. If you would like to upgrade to a covered Grandstand seat (located past the winning post) we have a limited number available at a supplement of £85 per person. Please call to check availability.  
 
 

Travelling to Longchamp

The renowned Hippodrome de Longchamp in Paris’ Bois du Boulogne, home of the Prix de l'Arc, is easily reached by metro and we will provide you with comprehensive instructions before you travel. Rather than having to leave your hotel early by coach, you can enjoy Sunday morning in Paris before making your own way, in your own time, to the race course.

 
 

Ibis Paris Montmartre - 2/3 Star

The Ibis Paris Montmartre is a modern 2-3 star hotel located at the foot of the Sacré Coeur and 200m from the Moulin Rouge. A 10 minute metro ride will take you from the hotel to the Champs-Elysées, the Gare du Nord/Est train stations, and the main department stores. The Eiffel Tower and the Stade de France are a 20 minute metro ride away. The hotel offers 326 air-conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi, hairdryer, TV, breakfast served until noon, Café Bistrot, hotel bar, 24-hr snack service.

 
 

Millennium Hotel Opera - 4 Star

In the heart of the city this elegant hotel is within easy walking distance of Paris' premier sights, including the Louvre, Champs Elysees, Notre Dame and Eiffel Tower. Bedrooms are air-conditioned with mini-bar, satellite TV and tea and coffee making facilities. The hotel’s bar, La Bibliotheque, is a cosy spot to enjoy food from the Brasserie.

 
 

K&K Cayre Hotel - 4 Star

The perfect location to enjoy Paris as well as offering easy access to Longchamp. Saint Germain des Pres is one of the cities most sophisticated arrondissements, full of urban flair, welcoming Parisian cafes, shops and restaurants. The K&K is a charming boutique hotel right in the heart of the Latin Quarter, within easy walking distance of Paris' many sights and attractions. All rooms are fully air-conditioned with ensuite bathroom, satellite TV, minibar, radio, phone, private safe and coffee/tea making facilities. Facilities include a breakfast restaurant and bar/bistro.

 

For more details or to book this event  

TEL: 01737 244398