Escorted Paris Day Trip: Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame & Lunch Cruise
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Experience the magic of Paris in one day! Return Eurostar tickets, guided tours, Eiffel Tower access, and a scenic River Seine lunch cruise await! Discover the City of Love's iconic landmarks, including Notre Dame. Book now for an unforgettable Parisian adventure!
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Itinerary
Begin your romantic Paris day trip from London at St. Pancras International Station in King’s Cross. Meet your Golden Tours representative at Paul Le Café (Unit 2) and check in for the Eurostar. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the smooth 2-hour 15-minute journey through the 31-mile Channel Tunnel beneath the English Channel, arriving in the heart of Paris ready for an unforgettable day.
Step onto the iconic Eiffel Tower and soak in panoramic views of Paris from the 2nd floor. Marvel at world-famous landmarks including The Louvre, Montmartre, Grand Palais, Invalides, Notre-Dame, and the sparkling bends of the River Seine. Capture incredible photos and take in the city’s beauty from above. • Admission Ticket Included
Enjoy a romantic 2-hour Seine River cruise aboard a luxurious all-glass boat. Savor a delicious three-course lunch with wine and beverages while gliding past Paris’ most iconic sights. Admire the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and the city’s stunning bridges as live music adds to the perfect Parisian atmosphere. • Admission Ticket Included
3. Notre-Dame Cathedral: No Paris trip is complete without visiting Notre-Dame Cathedral. Explore this Gothic masterpiece with your expert guide, learning about its medieval origins, cultural significance, and modern restoration. Admire the intricate stained glass, legendary gargoyles, and majestic façade while hearing stories you’d miss on your own. • Admission Ticket Free
As your romantic Paris day trip ends, your guide will escort you to Gare du Nord in plenty of time for your Eurostar return to London, completing a seamless, unforgettable day in the City of Light.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- *Times are estimate and subject to change according to availability on the day. The EXACT time will be on the instructions email sent by the Rail Department with the Eurostar tickets within 1-2 weeks of travel.
- Please ensure that you allow plenty of time to check-in at Gare du Nord for your return journey back to London.
- Free cancellation up to 21 days before travel.
- *The tour is guided until lunch. After lunch, you will be able to explore Paris at your own leisure and will have to make your own way to the station.
- You’re required to carry a valid passport with you which will be validated at check-in.
- Please check visa requirements before you travel.
- Tickets will be issued under the lead passenger’s name.
- Train seats are allocated on a first come first served basis and are not guaranteed together.
- Baggage is not permitted on the river boat. Only small backpacks, handbags and computer bags are permitted.
- There are toilets available on the boats but not on the piers.
- Oversized luggage and bags as well as non-foldable buggies/strollers are not permitted in the Eiffel Tower.
Reviews(6)
The tour itself was enjoyable, and Pierre, our tour guide, was exceptional. He was knowledgeable, professional, and provided a great experience throughout the day. However, I was disappointed by the communication and expectations set during the booking process through the third-party provider, TripAdvisor. The information provided prior to the tour did not accurately align with the itinerary that Pierre presented on the day of the excursion. As a result, there appeared to be a disconnect between what was advertised and the actual agenda that was followed. Based on the information received before the tour, I understood that there would be free time to explore Paris independently after the lunch cruise. Instead, following lunch, our group returned directly to the train station, and no opportunity was provided to experience Paris on our own. Unfortunately, the itinerary outlined in the confirmation email did not match the actual schedule, which led to unmet expectations and disappointment. While I greatly appreciated Pierre’s efforts and professionalism, the inconsistency in communication from the booking provider negatively impacted my overall experience.
Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that Pierre provided such an exceptional experience throughout the day. We are sorry to learn, however, that the itinerary did not match your expectations based on the pre tour information you received. To help us investigate this further, we would appreciate it if you could email us at customerservices@goldentours.com with your booking reference and full details of your experience. Our team will review this with the relevant departments and the third party provider to ensure the information provided is accurate and consistent. Thank you for taking the time to share your comments.
Booked tour through Viator. Golden tours in London set up Eurostar tickets and gave itinerary in writing via email week before. However when arriving in Paris , local tour UTG stated itinerary would be different. It was a guided tour in am and free time in PM with returning on Eurostar. We had purchased separately tickets for Musee de Orangerie for Monet’s water Lillies , but now we were not ending near that museum. We were supposed to go to Notre Dame after lunch cruise on Seine River , but itinerary was reversed. If it wasn’t for Pierre who was with UTG tours it would have been terrible. But he met us after the boat tour and took us separately from the group to the Effiel tower. Explained to us how to get our own ride to the museum we had purchased tickets for, he then texted us pictures of where to meet him so we could return to the group. And get transportation to Eurostar for return to London. We were able to navigate on our own. But Golden tours didn’t provide what we expected. Thank goodness for Pierre who helped us. With UTG tours. I would suggest just booking with them. Not Golden. We also were to met our contact person at St Pancreas at 5:45 am. He was not there on time , others from our group all standing around wondering what to do. .. eventually he showed up. Not all were on the same tour package. It was chaotic getting in line for Eurostar, so much so that officials with Eurostar argued with him about us boarding and lining up. The Eurostar was amazing. , little did we know that when we arrived in Paris we would fine the tour we paid for was not going to happen.
It is a long day. Be prepared to walk, deal with crowds. However, the tour guides were lovely, Paris is an amazing city. The cruise on the river with lunch was a perfect way to see a lot of the architecture. A great taste of Paris to prepare for the next trip.
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your day in Paris, and that the river cruise with lunch gave you such a memorable view of the city’s beautiful architecture. While it is indeed a long and busy day, we’re so pleased that our guides helped make the experience enjoyable and that it left you with a great taste of Paris for your next visit. We hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
Avoid golden tour at all cost.My 16 year old and I booked an escorted tour to Paris on the 27 of May 2025. The tour was cancelled by the company. The representative who addressed us promised that we will get a full refund of our money.. I paid C$ 1400 . They only offered to pay C$ 445. This company is a scam.
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very sorry to hear about your disappointment regarding your recent booking with us and fully understand how frustrating this must have been for you and your family. Please be assured that our Rail Department has already been in contact with you regarding this matter and has explained the situation to you directly. We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused and regret that your experience did not meet your expectations. Your comments are very important to us, and we take them seriously as we continue to review and improve our services.
Had an absolute awesome day and Carlos and his team were fantastic!!! So knowledgeable about everything Definitely recommend this tour and would definitely insist on having Carlos as my guide on our next trip. Thank you for making our day trip so special. Regards The Kean’s 😀
Very informative guide. Was given enough time to venture on our own and see the city. Great quick trip to get a taste of Paris if you have not been before.
Thank you for your thoughtful feedback! We're delighted to hear that you found the tour informative and that your guide provided valuable insights throughout the day. It’s great to know the suggestions for places to visit and dine in London were helpful as well. We're so pleased you enjoyed Windsor Castle and the charm of the town. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you on another tour soon!
