Monumental Paris Walking Tour & Personal Boat Cruise

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Make your holiday in Paris truly memorable with this 2-hour hybrid experience, featuring a 1-hour guided walk followed by a 1-hour guided boat cruise along the Seine.

Your journey begins at the Trocadéro, where you'll take in views of the Eiffel Tower, before your expert guide leads you through Paris's golden era architecture of the 18th and 19th centuries. Admire the Palais de Tokyo, the Grand Palais, and the Petit Palais as you uncover their fascinating histories. Built to dazzle the world, these stunning museums showcase Paris's prowess, innovation, and artistic spirit. 

Learn about the city's World Exhibitions — most notably the dramatic 1937 Exhibition, where Nazi and Soviet pavilions stood face to face, just two years before the outbreak of the Second World War. After crossing the stunning Pont Alexandre III and taking in the golden dome of the Invalides, you'll board your exclusive boat for an unforgettable cruise along the River Seine. From this inspiring vantage point, your guide will point out landmarks such as the Louvre, the Musée d'Orsay, and Notre-Dame. 

As you savor croissants or sip on champagne depending on your tour's start time your guide will provide captivating insights and even act as your personal photographer, ensuring you leave with memories to treasure. This carefully crafted experience offers a perfect blend of history and breathtaking views from a unique perspective, leaving you with a deeper connection to Paris and its timeless charm.

Itinerary

• Stops generally include but are not limited to during the 1-hour walking tour:
• Iconic views of the Eiffel Tower - begin your tour at the Trocadéro, the perfect vantage point for breathtaking photos of the Eiffel Tower.
• Palais de Tokyo - admire one of Paris's modernist architectural masterpieces, showcasing a bold departure from traditional styles.
• Flame of Liberty - discover the poignant history behind this monument, now an unofficial memorial to Princess Diana.
• Russian Spiritual Centre - see one of Paris's most unique and controversial landmarks, a striking addition to the city's architectural landscape.
• Grand Palais and Petit Palais - marvel at these two Art Nouveau gems, built for the 1900 World Exhibition, and bask in their grandeur.
• Pont Alexandre III - conclude your walking tour at the world's most beautiful bridge, a true masterpiece spanning the Seine, offering unparalleled views of Paris.
• Les Invalides Golden Dome - take in the breathtaking sight of the golden dome of Les Invalides, under which Napoleon I rests in eternal glory.
• Board Your Private Boat - step aboard your exclusive vessel for a serene 1-hour cruise along the Seine. During the 1-hour boat tour:
• Assemblée Nationale - pass by the French parliament building, founded during the French Revolution.
• Musée d'Orsay - glide past the former train station, now home to Paris's unparalleled collection of Impressionist art.
• The Louvre Museum - spot the world's most famous museum its grand facades need no introduction.
• Pont des Arts - see Paris's first iron bridge, commissioned by Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte, once adorned with thousands of love locks.
• Académie Française - learn about the esteemed institution that protects and curates the French language.
• La Monnaie de Paris - glance at the historic mint where France's coins have been produced since 864 AD.
• La Samaritaine - admire Paris's oldest department store, an Art Deco marvel now restored to its former glory.
• Pont Neuf - sail under Paris's oldest bridge, a UNESCO World Heritage site and a symbol of the city.
• lle de la Cité - pass by the island where Paris was first founded, once upon a time the entire city was located here.
• The Seine Riverbanks - take in the stone embankments, built from the same limestone as the city's monuments, giving Paris's river its legendary charm.
• Notre-Dame Cathedral- admire the soaring spires and intricate details of the world's most beloved Cathedral.
• le Saint-Louis Cruise - past Paris's most exclusive and elegant real estate, nestled on this charming island behind the Notre-Dame.
• Sainte-Genevieve Statue - spot the towering statue of Paris's patron saint, standing watch over the Seine from the Tournelle Bridge.