Paris by Rail with Sightseeing Bus and River Seine Lunch Cruise
Explore the best of Paris, the ‘City of Light’, on this full-day self-guided rail tour, including a three-course lunch cruise on the River Seine. As you dine, meander along the River Seine, taking in incredible panoramic views of the Parisian waterfront.
Enjoy the freedom to explore at your own pace with a Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour, stopping at top attractions like the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, Champs-Élysées, and so much more!
Why not upgrade your train journey and enjoy Eurostar Plus class? (Optional Extra). Sit back and relax as you travel in style. Watch the world go by in extra spacious coaches and unwind in comfortable seats with extra legroom, while enjoying a light meal and drinks served to you at your seat.
Highlights
- Return train journey with reserved seating on Eurostar from London
- Enjoy a Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing Tour of Paris
- Experience a 2-hour lunch cruise along the River Seine
- Optional extra: Upgrade your train tickets to Eurostar Plus class
Itinerary details
Departure Point
London St Pancras International Station – St Pancras is centrally located and a 5-minute walk from Kings Cross Underground Station, which is serviced by the Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Victoria and Northern Lines. It is in Zone 1: You can spot our representative on their red clipboard.
Arrive at St Pancras International Station, Euston Road, London, UK for Eurostar check-in at 5:30 am Monday-Friday (5:00 am on Saturday).
London to paris
You begin your Parisian adventure at London St Pancras International station, where you will board the Eurostar. In a little over two hours, you will arrive at Paris Gare du Nord Station. Travel in Standard or Plus Class on Eurostar (optional Upgrade).
With Eurostar Plus class: light meal and drinks are served at your seat, along with extra spacious seating.
Explore the french capital
When you step off the train and onto the platform at The Gare du Nord, you’re free to spend your day exploring the city. With so much to see and do in Paris, this incredible city has something to offer everyone.
Seine river lunch cruise
Enjoy a 2-hour lunch cruise along the River Seine (included). Meander along the Seine to the sound of live music as you dine on traditional French cuisine, refined and elegant, and soak in the stunning views of Paris’s beautiful waterfront.
The warm ambience of the live band sets the pace for a memorable cruise as you glide from one bridge to another. Along the way, you’ll see sights such as Musée d’Orsay, Notre-Dame de Paris and many more.
Lunch Cruise: 12h45 departure from Pier 7 at Port de la Bourdonnais, located at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, duration: 2hours.
Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing bus Tour
Explore the city with a sightseeing bus tour ticket (included). Discover Paris in a unique way as you travel through the heart of the city. Enjoy 360° of the city, access to free Wi-Fi and narrated commentary. The hop-on, hop-off bus tours give you the flexibility to plan your day your way. You can choose to stay on board the entire Paris bus route or hop off at the destinations you want to explore further.
Sightseeing bus route: 10 stops, Operates from 9h45 to 19h30, Frequency 7-15mins. Stops include Tour Eiffel, Opera Garnier, Louvre, Notre Dame, Musee d’Orsay, Champs-Elysees and more.
optional extra: upgrade your train tickets to eurostar plus
Why not upgrade your train journey and enjoy Eurostar Plus class, with extra spacious seats and a light meal and drinks served at your seat?
end Point
London St Pancras International Station
St Pancras is centrally located and a 5-minute walk from Kings Cross Underground Station which is serviced by the Metropolitan, Circle, Hammersmith & City, Victoria and Northern Lines and is in Zone 1
Return journey: Check in at Gare Du Nord at 7:00 pm. Eurostar departs at 8:13 pm, arriving into St. Pancras International at 9:40 pm. Please refer to the check-in time advice on your train tickets for further guidance.
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Important Notes
• This is not your train ticket. Your train tickets and detailed tour information will be sent to you one week before your scheduled departure date via email (or within 24 hours if booked within one week).
• Train times and check-in times are subject to change due to operational requirements.
• Children under 4 years are not provided with their own seat on the Eurostar and tour bus
• This is an independent (unescorted) tour.
• Seating requests cannot be guaranteed on the Eurostar.
• To maintain a comfortable environment for all guests, Eurostar have some limits around the amount of alcohol you can bring on board: 4 bottles/cans of beer or 1 bottle of wine per person.
• When selecting Eurostar Plus class: light meal and drinks are served at your seat, along with extra spacious seating.
• Please note bookings are subject to the Eurostar conditions of carriage which can be found here
Travel Documents
• Please ensure you have a valid passport
• Please check if you need a visa or electronic travel authorisation, depending on your nationality, for travel between the UK and France.
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