Paris: Private Horse & Carriage Ride with Champagne

Summary

Paris romance by carriage past Eiffel Tower & Champs-Elysées

You’ll ride through Paris in a private horse-drawn carriage with Champagne and cozy blankets, passing icons like the Eiffel Tower and Champs-Elysées. Expect laughter, local stories from your coachman, and moments where Paris feels quieter than you imagined. It’s not just sightseeing — it’s sharing something quietly special together.

What’s the experience like?

Li, our coachman, tipped his hat at us like we were old friends (even though I fumbled my “bonjour”). The horse’s hooves echoed on Avenue de la Bourdonnais — not loud, but steady, almost calming. We climbed into the burgundy carriage and I couldn’t help grinning at how surreal it felt to be rolling through Paris like this. Li handed us a blanket (it was colder than I’d expected for April) and asked if we wanted the top up or down — we risked it, hoping the rain would hold off. It did, mostly.

The city looked different from this low angle. Rue St.-Dominique smelled faintly of fresh bread from some unseen bakery, and people on the sidewalk smiled or waved — one little kid shouted “cheval!” and pointed. When we crossed Pont Alexandre III, Li slowed so we could see the gold statues catching a bit of sunlight breaking through clouds. He told us stories about the bridges and old buildings in a mix of English and French (I caught maybe half but didn’t mind). The main keyword here is private horse & carriage ride Paris — but honestly, it’s hard to describe how quiet everything felt for once.

I popped open the Champagne (included in our Royal route) while we passed Place Vendôme — nearly spilled it when the carriage hit a bump near Rue de la Paix. My partner laughed so hard she almost dropped her glass too. There was something about seeing all these famous places — Champs-Elysées, Pont de l’Alma, even just random corners with flower stalls — from behind that gentle horse that made them feel less like postcards and more like real life. The ride ended back near the Eiffel Tower as dusk crept in; I still think about that last stretch along Avenue de Suffren where everything went kind of golden for a minute.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Private romantic horse and carriage ride

• Start at 7th Arrondissement
• Ride through rue Saint-Dominique and Avenue du Mal Galliéni
• Pass Pont Alexandre III
• Travel Avenue Winston Churchill to Rue de Ponthieu
• Pass Avenue Franklin Roosevelt and Rond-point des Champs-Elysees
• Continue Avenue Montaigne to Avenue Rapp
• Pass Rue Joseph Bouvard and Place Jacques Rueff
• End at Eiffel Tower area

Top questions

Where does the Paris private horse & carriage ride start?

The ride starts near Avenue de la Bourdonnais in the 7th Arrondissement.

Is Champagne included on every route?

Champagne is included with the Royal route; check your booking to confirm.

What happens if it rains during the carriage ride?

The carriage has a convertible top to protect you from rain; blankets are also provided if it's cold.

How long before should I arrive for my booking?

You must arrive on time; being 10 minutes late counts as a no-show without refund.

Does this tour include hotel pickup?

No, hotel pickup is not included; you need to make your own way to the meeting point.

Are there public transportation options nearby?

Yes, public transportation options are available close to the meeting point.

Can I contact the coachman if I'm lost?

The coachman's mobile number will be provided in your confirmation email for reconfirmation or emergencies.

What’s included

Your day includes a private horse-drawn carriage ride through central Paris with a friendly local coachman guiding you past landmarks like Pont Alexandre III and Champs-Elysées; Champagne is included on select routes, plus warm blankets in winter or cover if it rains—just dress for any weather since rides operate year-round.