Paris shore excursion from Le Havre: Seine River Cruise

The Seine River Cruise is timed so you see Paris from the water before the coach brings you back to Le Havre.

A full-day shore excursion from Le Havre port to Paris with coach transport, English-speaking guide, and a Seine River Cruise. You visit the Arc de Triomphe, Eiffel Tower viewpoint at Place du Trocadéro, Place de la Concorde, and the newly renovated Notre-Dame exterior, then sail past the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay and Île Saint-Louis before returning to your ship. The tour departs 30 minutes after your ship arrives and is timed to guarantee you're back aboard before departure. Most stops are exterior views and photo opportunities rather than interior entry. The guide joins you only in Paris, not during the three-hour coach transfer from the port.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. 8th Arrondissement30m
2. Eiffel Tower30m
3. Place de la Concorde10m
4. 4th Arrondissement20m

Full day Paris shore excursion

• Depart from Le Havre port
• Travel through Norman countryside
• Visit Arc de Triomphe
• View Eiffel Tower from Place du Trocadero
• Pass Place de la Concorde
• Admire Notre-Dame de Paris exterior
• Enjoy Seine River Cruise
• Return to Le Havre port

The experience

The coach picks you up at Le Havre cruise port and drives three hours through the Norman countryside to reach Paris. Your English-speaking guide meets you in the city itself, not on the transfer, and walks you through the Arc de Triomphe district at the western end of the Champs-Élysées, where twelve avenues converge. From there you move to Place du Trocadéro for the classic Eiffel Tower photograph, then pass by Place de la Concorde along the Seine's embankment: the square sits between the Tuileries Garden and the Champs-Élysées and carries the weight of French Revolution history beneath its current fountains and monuments.

The Seine River Cruise forms the centerpiece of the afternoon. You board a riverboat and sail past the Louvre Museum, Musée d'Orsay with its Impressionist collection, Île Saint-Louis with its boutique shops and cafés, the Palais Royal, and the Eiffel Tower from the water. The newly renovated Notre-Dame Cathedral appears on the route as an exterior view. You admire the restored Gothic stonework and spires from the boat rather than entering. The cruise lets you see how these landmarks sit in relation to each other and the river itself, something the coach portions of the day cannot show.

After the cruise, the coach returns you to Le Havre port. The operator guarantees a timely return to your ship and has 20 years of experience timing these excursions to cruise schedules. Tours depart 30 minutes after your ship docks, so book accordingly. Check your email 12 hours before the activity for your exact pickup time, location and signage: the start time on the website is an estimate only. The itinerary sequence and time at each stop may shift due to traffic, crowds or unforeseen events, but the operator commits to covering all the destinations listed.

What’s included

• Cruise port pickup and drop-off.
• comfortable air-conditioned coach transport to and from Paris.
• English-speaking guide for the Paris portion of the day.
• Seine River Cruise with views of the Louvre, Musée d'Orsay, Notre-Dame, Île Saint-Louis and the Eiffel Tower from the water.
• 24/7 customer support.
• timely return to your ship guaranteed.

Options for this experience

2 options

Self-guided ExplorationGuide in English · 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30Lasts 10 hours and covers transportation only. Please be aware that this option does not include a guide, a river cruise, or transportation within Paris. Pickup is included.

Full-day Paris shore excursion departing from Le Havre, including a river cruiseGuide in English · 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30Pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30, 08:00 and 08:30

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (3 to 15 years) · Infant (under 3): free

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 3 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortStroller-friendlyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Tickets and Tours

Is this one for you?Choose this option if you want a structured day that covers Paris's major landmarks and includes the Seine River perspective. The guide and fixed itinerary mean you don't navigate the city alone, and the cruise adds a viewpoint you can't get from the coach. Pick the Self-guided Exploration if you prefer to move through Paris at your own pace without a guide, though you'll still have the coach transport and guaranteed return to your ship.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 15 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the coach drive from Le Havre to Paris?

The drive takes three hours each way through the Norman countryside. Your guide joins you once you reach Paris. Guide services are not included during the transfer itself.

Do I go inside the Eiffel Tower or Notre-Dame on this tour?

No. You see the Eiffel Tower from Place du Trocadéro, which is the classic viewpoint for photographs. Notre-Dame appears as an exterior view during the Seine River Cruise so you can admire the newly restored Gothic façade and stonework from the water.

What happens if my ship arrives late or I'm worried about getting back on time?

Tours depart 30 minutes after your ship docks. The operator guarantees a timely return to your ship and has 20 years of experience coordinating with cruise schedules. You'll receive your exact pickup time and location by email at least 12 hours before the activity.

Is the Seine River Cruise included in both tour options?

The Seine River Cruise is included in the Full Day Paris Shore Excursion with River Cruise option. The Self-guided Exploration option does not include the cruise or a guide. You explore Paris independently and return by coach.

Can I bring a stroller or pram on this tour?

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and infants can sit on an adult's lap. However, the tour is not wheelchair or scooter accessible and may not suit travelers with limited mobility due to the walking involved at various stops.

What is included in the price?

Pickup and drop-off at Le Havre cruise port; comfortable air-conditioned coach transport; English-speaking guide in Paris; the Seine River Cruise; and 24/7 customer support. Food and drink are not included.