Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comSeine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour
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Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Location: Paris, France
Product code: 3001CRUISE
Cruise the waters of the River Seine before enjoying a unique view of old Paris from the canal Saint Martin. See many of the major attractions of Paris from the water including Notre Dame and The Louvre.
This two and a half hour cruise on the River Seine and the canal Saint Martin gives a unique view of Paris. You will experience both the grandeur of the Seine and the quiet intimacy of Paris' network of inner-urban canals, created by Napoleon Bonaparte in the early 1800s. Along the way, your informative guide-interpreter will provide illuminating insights into the history of Paris and its canals.
Your River Seine cruise begins near the Musee d'Orsay and sweeps you past a parade of monuments: the Louvre Museum, the Institute of France, the spires of Notre Dame Cathedral and tiny Ile Saint Louis, before arriving at the entrance of the Canal Saint Martin.
The first section of the canal takes you through an eerily lit tunnel which passes under the Place de la Bastille. Emerging from the tunnel you will discover the most romantic "boulevard" in Paris - the Canal Saint Martin's three miles of pure poetry. Reflected in the canal's waters you'll see old swing bridges, half-moon footbridges and the abundant foliage of horse-chestnut trees.
A trip along the Canal Saint Martin reveals a side of Paris that tourists don't usually get to see. The canal winds its way through a series of 19th-century locks and enchanting old areas of Paris until, 26 meters above the Seine, the canal reaches the Villette Basin. Here you will pass the raised Crimee Bridge before arriving at La Villette Park, where the Science Museum, the Geode and enchanting gardens await you.
Note that the morning tour begins near Musee d'Orsay and ends at Parc de la Villette. In the afternoon the schedule is reversed, beginning at Parc de la Villette and ending near Musee d'Orsay.
- Combined Seine River Cruise and Paris Canals Tour
- Cruise along the Seine River past Paris' riverside monuments
- Behind-the-scenes view of Paris from its ancient canals and locks
- Choice of morning and afternoon tours
- Illuminating commentary from your expert guide
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Paris Canals and Seine River Cruise
March 22 to November 11
Daily
- Musee D' Orsay at 9:30am
- Parc De La Villette at 2.30pm
- Canal cruise
- River Seine cruise
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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For a different view and experience of Paris, this tour is highly recommended. However, I think that ... Read more ›
Anita M, Australia, August 2009
Very nice experience for the cost. Thanks much. Read more ›
Anonymous, United Kingdom, November 2009
