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Europe Planning for AmericansWho Want the Real Experience

Paris, Rome, and beyond. Avoid tourist traps and travel confidently with our digital companion and expert planning.

See How It Works

Your Pocket Companion

Everything You Need.
Nothing You Don't.

Your complete European itinerary, tickets, and interactive maps in your pocket. Access your entire plan instantly, get one-click directions via Google Maps, and never waste time searching for that hidden bistro again.

Interactive Itinerary

Day-by-day schedule with timing

Curated Maps

Google Maps with all your spots

Digital Wallet

All tickets and confirmations

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Chic Trip mobile app showing interactive daily itinerary with activities and timing
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6 Mistakes Travelers Make in Europe(That We Prevent)

Don't learn these lessons the hard way

Over-Scheduling

Trying to see everything leads to exhaustion, not memories. We build in breathing room.

Tourist Trap Dining

Eating frozen food at triple the price? We send you where locals actually eat.

Lost in Translation

Missing reservations and wrong trains? We handle the communications for you.

Wrong Neighborhoods

Staying in sketchy areas? We match neighborhoods to your style and safety.

Missing Authentic Experiences

Guidebooks show the same 10 spots. We reveal the hidden gems tourists never find.

Overpaying for Data Roaming

$10/day for slow data? We help you set up an affordable eSIM before you land, so you have high-speed internet the moment you step off the plane.

Our Destinations

We specialize in France and Italy, with deep local networks in both countries.

Flagship Cities

Our Bestsellers

Eiffel Tower at sunset - Paris, France

Flagship City

Paris

The Insider's Paris. Saint-Germain jazz clubs, Le Marais boutiques, and absolutely no tourist traps.

Explore Paris
St. Peter's Basilica and Vatican at sunset - Rome, Italy

Flagship City

Rome

The Real Roma. Hidden trattorias, private Vatican tours, and espresso where the locals go.

Explore Rome

Paris & Rome in One Trip? Absolument.

The classic "Grand Tour" is our specialty. We handle the logistics between cities so you don't waste a day in transit.

Transparent Pricing

Fair Pricing Based on Trip Length

Choose your package and customize your trip. Transparent flat fee — no hidden costs.

2 travelers

3 days20 days

The Blueprint

DIY with Expert Guidance

$540

2 travelers · 6-day trip

  • Interactive Travel App (Itinerary, Maps & Budget)
  • Custom Day-by-Day Itinerary
  • Curated Hotel Picks (Direct booking links)
  • Restaurant Recommendations (Reservation links)
  • Logistics & Transport Guide
  • Standard WhatsApp Support during your trip
  • We do not handle bookings (You book yourself)
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The Concierge

For a Stress-Free Experience

$1320

2 travelers · 6-day trip

Everything in Blueprint PLUS:

  • Full Booking Service (Hotels, Trains, Dining)
  • Zero Markup Promise (You pay direct prices)
  • Priority Ticket Access (Skip-the-line)
  • Disruption Management (We rebook if cancelled)
  • Priority WhatsApp Support During Your Trip

Blueprint: from $540 (couple, 6 days) · Concierge: from $1320 (couple, 6 days). Solo travelers: 20% off.

Frederic Canesso - Founder of Chic Trip, Franco-Italian travel expert

Meet the Team

Founded by Fred, a Franco-Italian living between Paris and Rome.LinkedIn

We are a team of passionate travelers and locals building the service we wish we had. Too many Americans end up in tourist traps, overpaying for mediocre experiences. We wanted to change that.

Our job is simple: give you the trip we'd plan for our own family. The real Europe, not the tourist version.

Local Networks

Paris & Rome experts

Dedicated Team

Always available

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From Our Travel Blog

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Itinerary and planning

Romantic Paris: The Ultimate Guide for Couples in Love

Discover Paris's most enchanting spots for couples: intimate cafés by the Seine, hidden squares, historic dining, and blue-hour bridges. Your ultimate luxury guide to romance in the City of Love.

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Eiffel Tower at dawn from Trocadéro esplanade, golden sunrise light reflecting in pools with empty plaza
History

Paris at Dawn: Why Waking Up at 6 AM Offers the Best Views of the City

Discover why waking up at 6 AM in Paris unveils the city's most magical views. From empty Trocadéro with glittering Eiffel Tower to serene Pont Alexandre III and Montmartre steps, experience a luxu...

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Portrait of Paris literary writers Victor Hugo, Hemingway, and James Joyce in a chic urban setting
Culture

Paris Eternal: Three Writers Who Forged the City's Literary Soul

Discover how Victor Hugo, Honoré de Balzac, and Charles Baudelaire forged Paris's literary soul, transforming the City of Light into an eternal muse for sophisticated travelers.

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Food & Wine

Beyond Champagne: Tasting Rare Vintages in Ancient Cellars

Descend into Paris's hidden limestone cellars for exclusive tastings of rare vintages from Burgundy and Bordeaux. Discover Les Caves du Louvre and La Cave de l'Insolite for unparalleled luxury wine...

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Statue of Liberty replica on Île aux Cygnes island in Paris with Seine river and Eiffel Tower in background
Geography

Lady Liberty's Parisian Roots: Where to Find the Five Statues in Paris

Discover the five Statue of Liberty replicas hidden throughout Paris. Trace Lady Liberty's Parisian roots from Île aux Cygnes to exclusive museums in this sophisticated cultural journey.

4 min read
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History

Revolutionary Roads: A Walk Through the Tumultuous History of the Bastille

Trace the dramatic fall of the Bastille on a sophisticated walking tour through Paris, where revolutionary history unfolds amid modern elegance at Place de la Bastille.

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Let's create your perfect journey together - Paris, Rome, or both.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about planning your trip

A complete day-by-day plan on your phone with Google Maps links, restaurant reservations, and skip-the-line tickets organized for you. It's like having a local guide in your pocket.
Absolutely. Before we finalize anything, we have a consultation to understand your style. We build the trip around you, not the other way around.
We send you secure, direct booking links. You pay the hotels and vendors directly (zero markups from us), ensuring you get the best public rate and full transparency.
Yes! We know the best parks, kid-friendly cafes, and how to skip the boring lines. Just let us know the ages of your children during onboarding.
With our Concierge package, you get priority WhatsApp support. If you're lost or need a last-minute change, we're just a message away. Since we are locals, we can even step in physically if there's a real emergency. You're never alone.