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Attending the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe is not just witnessing a race – it’s experiencing the pinnacle of elegance, passion, and the relentless pursuit of greatness on the world’s grandest turf stage.

We create bespoke travel experiences, with personalised itineraries, exclusive events and official tickets / hospitality to ensure we offer you the ultimate Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe experience.

Save yourself time & money by booking everything in one place with weekend experiences starting from just £599 per person.

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Example itinerary

Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe Example Itinerary

Our Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe experiences can be tailored to suit your individual requirements, should you wish to extend your time in Paris or head on to another destination afterwards, we can help! Please find an example itinerary for our two night experience below.

Day 1

Saturday 3rd October 2026

  • Depart from London St Pancras on a direct Eurostar to Paris Gare du Nord (Eurostar upgrades or flights are available)
  • Upon arrival into Paris utilise our included Travel Pass allowing you to take the RER train to your hotel in less than 10 minutes. Alternatively you can choose to add on our optional station to hotel transfers
  • You’ll have the rest of the day at leisure to explore Paris, or head to Longchamp for Saturday’s raceday.
  • On Saturday evening, if included in your experience, you are invited to join us at our Celebrity Drinks Evening, attended in previous years by Frankie Dettori, Oisin Murphy, Jim Crowley and other racing celebrities.
Day 2

Sunday 4th October 2026

  • After a relaxed morning at the hotel you’ll be collected and transferred to Longchamp for the main raceday of the weekend, the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe.
  • Enjoy a full days racing with no less than 9 races!
  • Following the conclusion of the racing you’ll be transferred back to your hotel.
  • Remainder of the evening at leisure.

 

Day 3

Monday 5th October 2026

  • Depending on the time of your Eurostar home you can spend some of the day exploring Paris and visiting some of the city’s main attractions.
  • If you wish you can add on our optional hotel to station transfer, else make your way back to Gare du Nord to catch your Eurostar home.

Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe Ticket Options

The racecourse offer two main enclosure options during the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe weekend. We recommend guests upgrade to the Winning Post Enclosure in order to enjoy the best raceday experience!

Arc Gardens - Available Saturday & Sunday

Included as standard

The Arc Gardens is Longchamp’s best value enclosure for the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe weekend. It is situated at the end of the main grandstand and offers trackside views near the finishing line.

  • Large enclosure located at the end of the main grandstand
  • View the racing from trackside lawns located near the finishing line​​​
  • Large choice of food outlets & bars for refreshments
  • Betting stands available​​

Winning Post Enclosure - Available Saturday & Sunday

Upgrade from £50 per person

The Winning Post Enclosure is Longchamp’s top enclosure for the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe weekend. It gives access to the lower floor of the main grandstand and views of the Parade Ring.

  • Access to the lower floor of the main grandstand
  • View the racing from the terrace steps and front lawns, right up to the finishing line
  • Access to view the Parade Ring
  • Choice of food & drink outlets, and betting stands available

Grandstand Seats - Available as weekend ticket only

Upgrade from £275 per person

Grandstand seats offer a dedicated seat overlooking the racecourse for both Saturday & Sunday’s racing. These offer an incredible vantage point from higher in the grandstand where you can see all the action.

  • Dedicated seat in the grandstand overlooking the racecourse
  • Access to all areas of both the Winning Post Enclosure & Arc Gardens
  • Access to view the Parade Ring
  • Excellent vantage point to view the racing

Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe Hospitality

There are a variety of hospitality options available at Paris Longchamp during the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe weekend. With experiences inclusive of drinks and canapés to fine dining restaurants, there is something to suit every taste.

Racing Breaks Celebrity Drinks Evening

When you book your Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe experience with RacingBreaks.com, you’ll unlock access to an invitation-only Celebrity Drinks Evening – a truly unmissable highlight of the weekend.

Held at the stylish Le Méridien Arc de Triomphe Hotel, this exclusive event is your chance to mingle with racing royalty and sporting legends in an intimate, relaxed setting. You’ll enjoy an evening of entertaining stories, racing insight and laughter.

In 2025 the evening was hosted by Racing TV’s Tom Stanley and ITV’s Oli Bell and they were joined by Oisin Murphy, Ruby Walsh and Fran Berry. Past guests have also included RacingBreaks.com ambassador Frankie Dettori, Jim Crowley, and England rugby icon Lawrence Dallaglio.

Enjoy complimentary drinks as you soak up expert tips, insider anecdotes, and take part in an interactive Q&A session with some of the biggest names in sport.

This is a VIP experience available exclusively to RacingBreaks.com customers – and just one more reason to book your Arc weekend with us (included selected experiences only).

Saturday 3rd October 2026

Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – Saturday

The Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe weekend kicks off on Saturday with an action packed racecard full of top quality racing. There are no fewer than five group races, including two Group 1 contests, the Qatar Prix du Cadran and Qatar Prix de Royallieu. Although a slightly quieter day at the racecourse this day is not to be missed for the avid racing fan as some of the top horses and jockey get this Parisian weekend underway!

Sunday 4th October 2026

Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe – Sunday

The racing continues on Sunday with the main event, the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe, Europe’s richest race! But this isn’t the only high quality action on the track, with four other Group 1 races including the Prix de l’Abbaye for the top sprinters!

This raceday is not to be missed and simply has to be ticked off the bucket list for every racing fan!

Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe Dress Code

Although there is no formal dress code at Longchamp, the day is all about grandeur and tradition, so why not make sure your outfit matches the atmosphere?​​

Gentlemen might wear a smart suit and tie or even a bowtie, coupled with smart shoes.

Ladies might go for a sophisticated dress or a chic ensemble, paired with matching accessories for an extra shot of glamour.

It is recommended to take note of the weather, as parts large parts of the racecourse are outside and exposed to the elements.

Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe Schedule / Timings

Saturday 3rd October 2026
12:00
Gates Open
13:25
First Race
18:10
Last Race
Sunday 6th October 2026
11:00
Gates Open
13:40
First Race
16:05
Qatar Prix de l'Arc de Triomphe
18:35
Last Race

Eurostar Travel / Flights

Our experiences to the Qatar Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe typically include return Eurostar travel from London St Pancras to Paris Gare du Nord.​

We offer a range of train times, allowing guests to travel at the timings that best suit their plans for the weekend.​​

Travel is based in Standard Class, however upgrades are available to Standard Premier & Business Premier for a supplement.​

For those that would prefer to fly we can either remove the Eurostar from your experience or include flights to Paris. We can also include airport transfers upon arrival into Paris from either of the city’s airports.

"The racing breaks team made our trip to Paris completely stress free. They whole trip was organised to perfection, the pre trip communication was great and when we were there the team were on hand to answer any questions! Would definitely use them again"
Hayley, 2024
"I had been to the Arc about 10 times but this was the best weekend yet. Transfers worked like clockwork, hotel in a perfect location and our host was always there if required, even sorted a restaurant for Sunday evening. Thanks Dave for a great weekend."
Mr Clarke, 2024
"Our trip to Paris with Racing Breaks was well planned and a great experience. We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Longchamps and are happy to recommend it to others."
David, 2024
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