Deluxe Paris Shore Trip from Le Havre with Cruise & Packed Lunch





Description
Experience the best of Paris on this unforgettable shore excursion, starting right at the cruise ship port. Enjoy a scenic Seine River cruise, gliding past iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Notre Dame Cathedral. During the day, a packed lunch including a ham and cheese baguette, water, and dessert will be provided. Afterward, explore the Arc de Triomphe and enjoy free time on the famous Champs-Élysées. Finish the tour with a celebratory toast of French champagne before being comfortably returned to your ship with plenty of time before departure. Book now for a seamless Parisian adventure!
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Itinerary
Join for a memorable day trip to Paris from the Le Havre cruise port. After meeting your guide at the terminal, relax on a comfortable, air-conditioned bus for the scenic 3-hour drive through the Norman countryside. Designed to fit your ship’s schedule, you’ll return with time to spare. In Paris, explore the Eiffel Tower, take a 1-hour river cruise, visit the Arc de Triomphe and Champs-Élysées, and enjoy free time for shopping.
Your first stop in Paris is the iconic Eiffel Tower! Once the tallest man-made structure in the world, it continues to captivate with its stunning design and romantic charm. Located in the heart of the city, the Eiffel Tower is a true symbol of Paris. Be sure to capture the perfect photo to remember your visit. Please note, you will not enter the tower, as security checks can take 2-3 hours.
Next, enjoy a scenic 1-hour river cruise starting at the iconic Eiffel Tower. Glide along the Seine, taking in stunning views of Paris’s landmarks, including the Louvre and Notre Dame.
Cruise through the heart of Paris and admire the city's architectural masterpieces from the water. Experience the grandeur of the Louvre, home to iconic artworks like the Mona Lisa and the Venus de Milo.
As you continue, you'll pass the Musée d'Orsay, home to the world’s largest collection of impressionist and post-impressionist masterpieces. This iconic museum, housed in a former railway station, showcases works by artists like Monet, Van Gogh, and Degas.
As you continue, you'll approach the majestic Notre Dame Cathedral, its Gothic façade mirrored on the river's surface. Enjoy this peaceful, scenic view, offering a relaxing alternative to the bustling city streets.
As your cruise continues, you'll pass the historic Place de la Concorde, known for its striking obelisk and significant role in French history. This relaxing journey offers a scenic view of Paris’s iconic landmarks, letting you experience the city’s rich culture from the comfort of your riverboat.
After the river cruise, you'll board the bus to the Arc de Triomphe, where your guide will share the history of this iconic monument. Commissioned by Napoleon Bonaparte to honor his military victories, the 50-meter-tall arch features detailed sculptures and reliefs depicting key historical events.
As you stroll down the world-famous Champs-Élysées, you'll pass theaters, cafes, and luxury boutiques, all adding to the vibrant Parisian atmosphere. For centuries, this iconic avenue has symbolized French elegance and style, attracting visitors from around the globe. You'll have free time to explore, shop, or dine at your leisure.
At the end of your day exploring Paris, you'll be comfortably transported back to your ship, carrying unforgettable memories! This tour is tailored to your ship’s schedule, so you can relax and enjoy your time without worrying about missing your departure. You'll be picked up the port and return you with plenty of time to spare.
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Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is not suitable for passengers with mobility scooters or traveling with wheelchairs. Only light, foldable wheelchairs can be accommodated. Private tours with wheelchair-adapted vehicles can be arranged.
- If you are late and do not contact us, the bus will be unable to wait for you. In such cases, we will not be able to provide a refund.
- Cruise with confidence: in case your ship cannot dock, we will provide a full refund!
- Normally, this tour lasts 11 hours. On the following day, the tour lasts 10 hours: In 2026: 9th of October (Liberty of the Seas).
- The route of the tour and time spent in Paris is subject to the ship’s docking times, traffic, special events, and any other circumstances out of our control. Please note we will not be able to provide a refund if the touring time must be shortened because of any of the above
- Visiting the Eiffel Tower: Our standard itineraries do not include an opportunity to visit the Eiffel Tower's interior. During the high season, it is recommended to allocate at least 1.5 to 2 hours for the entire Eiffel Tower experience, even with a skip-the-line ticket. This is due to the time required for security checks, ascent, and descent. Our two tour options allocate 15-30 minutes at the Eiffel Tower. If you wish, you may visit the Eiffel Tower independently and rejoin the tour by taxi later. However, please note that you'll need to locate the tour group on your own, as shared tours follow a predetermined route and cannot be delayed for individuals. We also offer a private or semi-private tours with licensed Parisian guides who can create your perfect itinerary, including inside visits.
- The River Cruise only passes the Notre Dame Cathedral if water levels allow
- The River Cruise has onboard commentary provided directly by the boat company. To listen to the live commentary on the lower deck, please bring your own headphones.
- Please note inside visits to Notre Dame, Louvre and Eiffel are not included and they will be only viewed from the cruise
- Please note this tour is not suitable for children under 3 years old. Please inform us if you have any dietary restrictions, such as a vegetarian or gluten-free meal latest 72 hours prior to your tour.
Reviews(202)
This was a wonderful experience! We really enjoyed the entire trip. The bus ride was very comfortable and our tour guide was amazing!
The boat portion had an announcer we didn"t understand what he said, Cat our tourguide was awesome !
Tour guides were very knowledgeable and personable. Highly recommended this excursion.
It is overpriced. We were on the bus and in line for the boat longer than we were at the sights. From the boat you can only see the sights partially and people stand right in front of you. Don’t waste your money. However, our tour guide Amir was awesome.
Hello! Thank you for sharing your feedback, Shelly. We’re sorry that the overall experience did not feel like good value to you, although we’re very pleased that you enjoyed Amir’s guidance. Paris is a considerable distance from Le Havre, so transportation and boarding the Seine cruise inevitably take up part of the day. We work hard to offer strong value: the price includes round-trip transportation from the port, a guided Paris experience, the Seine cruise, a packed lunch, and careful scheduling around the ship—all typically at around half the price of comparable cruise-line excursions. We understand that the time available at the sights and the views from the boat did not meet your expectations, and we genuinely appreciate your feedback. Warm regards, Julia Vexperio
Allowed enough time to see the highlights of the city in the time allotted. River cruise was our favorite part. Francois was a great driver and Amir was an outstanding guide.
Dear Curt, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us! We are especially happy to know that the Seine River cruise was your favorite part of the day - it is truly one of the best ways to admire the beauty of Paris. We will be sure to share your kind words with François and Amir. Our Paris shore trip was specially designed for cruise guests, with the goal of showing you the most iconic sights of Paris while making the best use of the limited time available during a port visit. Thank you again for choosing Vexperio. We hope to welcome you again on another adventure in the future! Warm regards, Natalia Vexperio
Amir is an exceptional guide, very friendly and patient with the group, and he exactly achieve with the commited schedule of the tour... highly recommended experience!
Amir was an informative, funny, accommodating tour guide around Paris. Highly recommend Amir!! Francois was an incredible driver. We were all amazed at his driving skills. He received several rounds of applause from our bus of 50. Highly recommend him!!
Really enjoyed our tour with Amir. He was knowledgeable, professional and very friendly. You won’t be disappointed with this tour! The Seine River was a wonderful part of it.
Amir is such a good guide! Amazing person
Amazing. Very friendly, very accommodating and best of all the sights here are immaculate. Highly recommend Notre Dame! They pick you up at the Arch which is the best way to end your stay in Paris.



