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Eva Dorlin

Born and raised in France between Lyon and the Alps ⛰️ , I've always had a taste for adventure. At the age of 18, I picked up my bike 🚲 and set out to discover every possible village along the Rhône River between Geneva 🇨🇭 and Marseille.
Since that day, my thirst for discovery and sharing the best routes and experiences has been part of my identity.
You can count on me to discover France in its authentic way.
I would love the opportunity to create your perfect trip plan for France! Voilà 🇫🇷

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I specialize in providing you with the best authentic and must-see experiences in France. Navigating between historic buildings ⛪ and gastronomy 🥖 is one of the best combinations for understanding French culture. Having traveled extensively and lived abroad, I have a truly captivating view of my native country! 🇫🇷
I can't wait to share it with you. "

How did you get involved in travel?

"My first trip to Finland 🇫🇮 was a real eye-opener. It introduced me to a new world of diverse cultures, traditions, and breathtaking European landscapes 🇪🇺. What made it even more special was exploring the country through the eyes of the locals. Their tips and stories made me imagine what it might be like to share my French culture with people worldwide. That trip sparked something in me, and ever since I've been hooked on traveling—and I don't plan on stopping anytime soon... ✨"

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"A recent adventure that captivated me was a cycling trip 🚴🏻 through the Burgundy vineyards, where I explored the region’s rich history and authentic wine culture 🍷. I felt like I was pedaling through time. I felt immersed in the land’s heritage, with each vineyard and bottle telling its own story. It was a magical experience, blending history, tradition, and gastronomy in every turn."

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Favorite experiences

Hike to Lac Blanc in the French Alps

Enjoy a full day trekking in beautiful Chamonix, hiking to the one-and-only Lac Blanc (Lake Blanc) set at 7760 feet (over 2300 m). This route is set in the Chamonix Valley, offering panoramic views of Mont Blanc, the most famous peak in the French Alps.  You can start in the village of Les Praz,...

Recent trip reviews for Eva

Magical trip to France
France | Jun 30 - Jul 9, 2025

Brian
Brian R.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025
I came across this website during internet search. I knew our family wanted to go to France for graduation trip and I knew this would include Paris but I wasn't exactly sure where else we should go, since this was our first trip. I took the initial survey which was very easy to navigate and then gained a better idea of the trip could look like. On the same day, Eva called me and we talked through the survey and she offered valuable insights and then later that day she emailed me a... Read more

I came across this website during internet search. I knew our family wanted to go to France for graduation trip and I knew this would include Paris but I wasn't exactly sure where else we should go, since this was our first trip. I took the initial survey which was very easy to navigate and then gained a better idea of the trip could look like. On the same day, Eva called me and we talked through the survey and she offered valuable insights and then later that day she emailed me a preliminary itinerary. I decided on 3 days in Paris (including Versailles), then train to south France for 3 days in Aix-en-Provence then train to Nice (including Monaco). It was actually quite fun and exciting viewing the more detailed itinerary which featured specifics and her special comments, and I could press Like, or Dislike, or add a question or comment. Within 24 hours, any comments or questions were addressed, we made some additional adjustments, and then Eva called to speak with myself, my wife and 2 daughters. This got them even more excited for the upcoming trip. Eva had a very detailed knowledge and wealth of experience to offer, so we knew we were in good hands.
As the trip got closer, the plans were reviewed again. The itinerary could be accessed by email link to website, and even easier with kimkim app on phone.
All contact numbers were listed and indeed were accurate, for the location transfers, local tour guides, hotels. Train tickets and tour vouchers were all very clearly highlighted on the app. Meeting points were generally clear and included links to Apple or Google Maps. Transfers to/from hotels were mostly provided, and when not pre-booked they were quickly reimbursed when we got back. We interacted with various local tour guides at each destination, and all were on time, very pleasant, each was clearly experienced and passionate in their respective venues. We enjoyed every tour.
Highlights were the dinner cruise on Seine seeing Paris all lit up at night; palace and gardens of Versailles were breathtaking; tours of Lavender fields and Aix-en-Provence were so beautiful; day trip to Cassis, Calanques boat ride and Provence wine tasting were so fun and relaxing; Nice was absolutely breathtaking including day trip to Monaco; perfume workshop was entertaining and informative.
We did have to contact a local tour guide to clarify exact meeting location and they answered immediately and actually the confusion ended up being more on our end, and everything worked out fine.
The hotels were generally very good. Paris hotel rooms were smaller than what we're used to but that's how it is there.
Provence hotel was bigger and nicer but was a bit farther out from city center so there were multiple $20-30 euro rides needed. Nice hotel was excellent with great location.
In summary, we had a fantastic trip with a generally smooth transition between 3 separate locations in France.
I would recommend kimkim to anyone contemplating a Europe trip as they are experts and provided excellent service before, during and after. I plan to use them again in the future.

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