A captivating tour of beguiling Paris, when the holiday season takes over the city and transforms it into a festival of lights & delights. Christmas markets spring up on streets decorated for the approaching holidays.
©Paris Tourist Office - Photographer Amélie Dupont
Paris Christmas
Itinerary
PACKAGED ITINERARY
Day 1 Embark in Paris
We arrive in Paris and board our ship at 18.00. Enjoy a quintessential evening of French Titi Parisian entertainment.
Day 2 Paris Guided Panoramic Tour
Today we enjoy a panoramic guided tour of France’s capital bringing you to the must see historical monuments including the Arc de Triomphe, Champs Élysées, Place de la Concorde, Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral. A magical highlight will be seeing the festive themed windows of the famous large department stores such as Galeries Lafayette and Printemps Haussmann. Each year since 1909, famous decorators show off their talents at Paris’ largest department stores.
Day 3 Paris – Old Montmartre and its Christmas Market
This morning, we enjoy a guided tour of old-time Montmartre and a stroll through its charming and atmospheric Christmas market. Afterwards, we can enjoy some free time to explore the area. The standout landmark is the beautiful white-marble dome of the Sacré-Coeur Basilica providing a breathtaking view of the city and the unique and historic quarter.
Day 4 Disembark in Paris
After breakfast, we disembark at 09.00 and we begin our journey home.
Hotel
MS Botticelli
Accommodating 149 passengers across two decks, the 75 pleasantly decorated en-suite cabins are all equipped with central heating/air-conditioning, TV, hairdryer and safe. Main deck cabins have panoramic windows, while upper deck cabins have French balconies. Located on the upper deck, the restaurant’s large windows reveal pleasant views and there is a large sundeck for relaxing in the sun or simply sitting back and taking in the scenery. The ship provides a large lounge bar with a dancefloor and a bar to welcome in the evenings.
MS Seine Princess
The MS Seine Princess can accommodate 138 passengers, with 67 cabins spread over two decks. The tastefully decorated cabins are equipped with a TV, safe, air-conditioning and en-suite facilities. There is a bright lounge bar with a dance floor on the upper deck, as well as an elegant restaurant where guests can enjoy French cuisine whilst taking in the lovely views courtesy of the large bay windows. The sun deck offers the ideal place to relax and admire the panoramic views, with chairs, sun loungers and a large shaded area.
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Pricing
MS Seine Princess (premium ship) or MS Botticelli (standard ship)
3 Nights Inclusive
Inclusions
• Return short sea crossing
• Porterage
• Captain’s welcome cocktail reception
• Complimentary drinks (water, juice, soft drinks, tea, coffee, beer, most spirits and house wine)
• 3 course lunch (set menu) on 2 days
• 3 course dinner (set menu) on 2 nights
• Gala evening with 4 course dinner (set menu) on 1 night
• On-board entertainment, activities, speakers and local performers
• Paris by night cruise (subject to water levels)
• 3.5 hour panoramic guided tour of Paris (own coach required)
• 3.5 hour guided visit of old Montmartre (own coach required)
