10 Best Paris Cruises & Tours for 2019

Explore picturesque France on this 7-day Seine River cruise aboard the MS Botticelli. From the beautiful Les Andelys Valley, you'll head from the coast to cosmopolitan Paris, stopping in the romantic small towns of Honfleur, Duclair, and Rouen. Guided tours, biking, hiking, and strolling the gardens of Versailles highlight this itinerary.

Short Break in Paris

Paris to Paris
4 Days from $543

Cruise along the Seine River and explore Paris on this 4-day extension cruise aboard MS Boticelli. With just four days, the cruise hardly leaves Paris, allowing you to explore the city in all its modern wonder and romantic charm. This makes for the perfect add-on to any other cruise or European itinerary!

Paris & Normandy

10 Days from $3,999

Begin your journey with 2 nights in romantic Paris, the “City of Light,” followed by a 7-night roundtrip Paris cruise along the Seine river through the heart of Normandy. Blend a passion for the good life with culture, art, architecture and timeless landscapes, and you have Northern France.

Experience the beautiful architecture of France

An Impressionist View of the Seine

7 Days from $1,957

This 7-day art-themed cruise aboard the MS Seine Princess begins in the harbor of Paris and stops in Duclair, Rouen, Poissy, and finally charming Honfleur as you learn about the cultural, historic, and architectural treasures of Northern France. You'll visit Monet's house, the Marmottan Museum, and the major attractions of Paris.

The Valley of the Seine

5 Days from $1,424

Sail the beautiful Seine Valley on this unique 5-day cruise. Board the comfortable MS Renoir in Paris and head to Honfleur, making stops in Les Andelys, Rouen, and Duclair before heading back to the City of Lights. Experience the culture, art, and traditions of France by traveling to its small towns and vibrant cities.

Champagne Cruise

7 Days from $8,200

Spoil yourself on a 7-day cruise through the region of Champagne while aboard La Nouvelle Etoile. Visit Chateaux of Vaux-le-Vicomte, a large private estate listed as a Historic Monument in France where you can spend time with your friends and family or enjoy a romantic evening with your loved one.

The Seine Valley and its must-see calls

5 Days from $1,244

Board the MS Botticelli in Paris for a roundtrip 5-day Seine River cruise of France, passing through Les Andelys, Rouen, and Honfleur. Though short, this itinerary allows plenty of time to explore metropolitan Paris, hike the cliffs of the Alabaster Coast, explore the Chateau de Martainville, and witness archaeological sites.

From the Côte Fleurie beaches to Paris

7 Days from $2,159

Experience a new and unique way to explore the sparkling waterways of Northern France, on this 7-day cruise aboard the MS Renoir. Begin your journey in the charming French harbor of Honfleur, and enjoy daily stops in Duclair, Rouen, Mantes La Jolie, Poissy, and Paris.

Châteaux of the Loire Valley Chambord and Chenonceau and Cruise on the Royal Loire River

7 Days from $3,451

Sail along the Loire River and enjoy its wonderful landscapes. Discover its magnificent natural gardens, shaped by the river over the centuries, giving it a romantic but rustic touch. During this unique 7-day cruise, have time to appreciate some of the most beautiful sights along the last untamed river in France.

The views of Paris from Notre Dame Cathedral

Paris & Normandy - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,099

Embark the MS Amalyra for an 8-day luxury river cruise along France's beautiful Seine River, exploring the haunting but beautiful beaches of Normandy, wine tasting, and following in the footsteps of Europe's great artists in the historic towns of Les Andyles, Conflans, Caudebec-en-caux, & Vernon, where you find the home of Claude Monet at Giverny.

Best Luxury Seine River Cruises from Paris

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Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Champagne Cruise	$8200	7	Jul 7, 2019	Spoil yourself on a 7-day cruise through the region of Champagne while aboard La Nouvelle Etoile. Visit Chateaux of Vaux-le-Vicomte, a large private …
Paris & Normandy - Cruise Only	$3099	8	Jul 4, 2019	Embark the MS Amalyra for an 8-day luxury river cruise along France's beautiful Seine River, exploring the haunting but beautiful beaches of …
Rhine & Moselle Splendors	$6059	15	Jul 1, 2019	This unique 15-day cruise starts with 3 nights in Paris, followed by a 7-night Luxembourg to Basel cruise aboard the MS Amadante, two nights in …
Colors of Provence	$5319	14	Jun 24, 2019	Spend 3 nights in the charming city of Paris, then travel by high-speed TGV train to Lyon and embark upon an enchanting cruise through Provence. Take …
Rhine & Moselle Splendors	$6259	15	Aug 30, 2020	This unique 15-day cruise starts with 3 nights in Paris, followed by a 7-night Luxembourg to Basel cruise aboard the MS Amasiena, two nights in …

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France Overview

Whether visiting the beautiful countryside or enjoying the vibrant cities, you are sure to find a region of France that will encourage you to return again and again. The Mediterranean coast, ever-fashionable Paris, and the traditional towns of the Seine River highlight this exciting country.

What to see & do in Paris, France
Paris alone offers a whirlwind experience for travelers enthusiastic to get to know the flavor of Europe. Seamlessly combining age-old architecture with modern buildings, the culture of Europe truly comes alive in this buzzing metropolitan city. The Seine River runs right through the center of town and is the starting and ending point for many of our France cruises. While in Paris, be sure to see:

The Eiffel Tower – probably the most recognizable & iconic monument in France and a romantic symbol of France's bold future.
Notre Dame Cathedral – visible from the Seine River and a hallmark of medieval architecture.
L'Arc de Triomphe – the most well known of all triumphal arches that reflects the city's unity.
The Louvre Museum – This is the biggest art museum in the world, with more than 35,000 works of art throughout.

After spending some time in Paris, your cruise will depart for other smaller, charming destinations along the Seine, like Poissy, Mantes-la-Jolie, Vernon, Rouen, and Honfleur, where you will see where the impressionist movement was born and the hauntingly tranquil beaches of Normandy.