10 Best Paris Cruises & Tours for 2020

Visit the unique Sacre Coeur Basilica while touring through Paris

Join an exciting yet relaxing 12-day cruise aboard La Nouvelle Etoile as it sails from Bruges to Paris for a tour that will introduce you to the region's history and modern-day beauty. This relaxed pace cruise is ideal for those who appreciate art and want to tour the lesser-visited regions of scenic France and Belgium.

Short Break in Paris

Paris to Paris
4 Days from $658

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 $4,159

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.

Touring on Seine river in Paris with sunset

An Impressionist View of the Seine

Paris to Honfleur
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 Seine Valley

5 Days from $1,296

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

Honfleur to Paris
7 Days from $2,195

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.

The views of Paris from Notre Dame Cathedral

Paris & Normandy - Cruise Only

8 Days from $3,199

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.

From Paris to the Côte Fleurie Beaches

Paris to Honfleur
7 Days from $1,922

This 7-day Seine River cruise aboard the MS Seine Princess takes you to Les Andelys as you journey from Paris to Honfleur. Exciting excursions introduce you to the historic grounds of Duclair and Rouen, where you can tour chateaus and see where the impressionist movement was born.

From the Côte Fleurie beaches to Paris

Honfleur to Paris
7 Days from $1,916

Embark the MS Seine Princess for a 7-day cruise of the Seine River. Along the way, see the natural landscapes that first inspired the impressionist movement at Honfleur, Vernon, and Rouen. Spend time at the haunting yet beautiful beaches of Normandy and visit its incredible heritage.

The Seine Valley

Paris Roundtrip
8 Days from $2,199

Discover the banks of the Seine River and its shore towns and villages on this 8-day cruise starting and ending in Paris. Board the MS Seine Princess for a true exploration of the wooded river banks and chalk cliffs as you journey through a superb valley whose changing light has inspired countless painters and poets of all ages.

Best Luxury Seine River Cruises from Paris

All Seine River Cruises

Trip Name	From	Days	Next Departure	Summary
Paris & Normandy - Cruise Only	$3199	8	Jun 4, 2020	Embark the MS Amalyra for an 8-day luxury river cruise along France's beautiful Seine River, exploring the haunting but beautiful beaches of …
Paris & Normandy	$3299	8	May 31, 2020	This river cruise from Paris through Normandy’s countryside is the best way to uncover its many charms: Historic sites and Normandy beaches. This …
Highlights of Normandy & The Seine	$4695	8	Jun 3, 2020	A journey on the Seine River is an experience you’ll never forget, from the glittering lights of Paris to riverside villages dating back centuries.
Paris & Sensations of Lyon and Provence	$4120	10	Oct 3, 2020	Voyage with Emerald Liberté from Paris to Nice on this 10-day exploration. Discover fascinating exteriors of buildings and the histories of each …
Paris Escape and Flavors of Burgundy & Provence River Cruise	$4740	10	Jul 2, 2020	Fall in love with the beautiful places and tasteful foods from Paris to Lyon on this 10-day voyage boarding the Emerald Liberté. Let your feet …
Colors of Provence	$5669	14	Apr 12, 2021	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	$6459	15	Jun 8, 2020	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	$5519	14	Jun 1, 2020	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 …
Unexplored Svalbard	$9840	8	Jun 5, 2021	Experience something exceptional by discovering the Far North and the immense open spaces of the polar Arctic and its ice floes that extend to the …
Unexplored Svalbard	$9840	8	Jul 25, 2020	During this unforgettable 8-day expedition, Le Boreal will sail to latitudes of 80° north and you will discover that unique feeling of having …

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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.

Popular Paris Destinations

Some of the most popular destinations frequently visited on a trip to Paris and Seine River cruises are:

Landmarks like the Eiffel Tower & L'Arc de Triomphe
Notre Dame Cathedral
The Louvre
Towns along the Seine River like Poissy, Mantes-la-Jolie, Vernon, Rouen, and Honfleur
The Beaches of Normandy