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 days, the tour lasts 10 hours: In 2026: 16th of April (Nieuw Statendam), 20th of June (Carnival Legend), 1st of July (Oceania Sirena), 9th of October (Liberty of the Seas). On the following days, the tour lasts 9 hours: 18th of July (Carnival Legend),
- 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(137)
This was a perfect shore excursion for a one day stop at Le Havre. You really can't see Paris in a day, but if a day is all you have, this is the way to do it! The coach was comfortable and clean, the driver was considerate and professional, and our guide Amir was outstanding. Worth every penny!
Our Norwegian cruise ship got out of Belgium late because of dock workers strike so we were late getting to the Paris port. I called Vexperio the moment we found out and they just found out. Vexperio had great communication by sending texts and emails letting me and everyone know that the new arrival time of our ship was 9 and the shore excursion would start about 9:30am . The meeting point was easy just outside the terminal on the opposite side of the parking lot. This excursion was fantastic, Peter our tour guide was extremely knowledgeable and very funny. Highly recommend this excursion.
Very experienced tour guide, Amir and bus driver Uri. Informative tour of Paris, Eiffel Tower, cruise along the Seine River then free time to wander near Arc de Triomphe. Saw most major tourist attractions.
Absolutely fabulous!! Yuri our driver was fantastic!! He drove in a very safe and patient manner. He was also always on time at the stops with the air con on. Amir our tour guide was FANTASTIC!! We go on many tours and Amir is at the top of the list!! He spoke perfect English with a great sense of humour and made everything very interesting. He was clear with instructions and he was always available for questions and took our photos. Highly recommend this tour to Paris.
Can absolutely recommend this tour. Amir was very friendly, had extremely good English. His guidance, knowledge, storytelling, and clear instructions was beyond any tour guide we’ve had. Thank you for making our time in Paris so memorable Amir.
Amir took great care of our coach load of cruise guests as we travelled from Le Havre port to Paris and toured around. He explained in a fun manner as he shared the history of the places we visited.
Simon and Ash were phenomenal! We had an excellent time on this tour!! We learned an extraordinary amount of information about Paris from Ash as well! We would absolutely do this tour again! Thank you both for taking such great care of us in showing us your beautiful city! 5 Stars!
The trip was family friendly the trip was fun I like the ability to shop for souvenirs the French food bags and the close up of most of the famous monuments the bus the big and comfy for the 3 hour ride and our tour guide ash was amazing so that is why the tour got a 4 star review
Dear Guest, Thank you so much for your kind review — we’re really happy to hear you had a great family experience in Paris. It sounds like a fantastic day overall, so we were just wondering what could have made it a 5-star experience for you instead of 4? Your feedback really helps us improve. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in the future! Kind regards, Natalia Vexperio
Ash was informative and entertaining throughout our tour in Paris. We had a great time were able to see all the major sights as we as explore on our own for a bit.
Ash was fantastic. I just wish we had another hour or two. All the hot spots were covered. They were very organized and communicated very well.



