Paris Day Trip from London with Lunch Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Eiffel Tower panoramic views
- Notre-Dame Cathedral exploration
- Seine River lunch cruise
- Champs-Élysées shopping
- Louvre Museum visit
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip train tickets from London to Paris
- Guided tour of Paris's iconic landmarks
- Seine River lunch cruise
- Hotel accommodations in Paris
Itinerary
Pass by: Begin your romantic Paris day trip from London at St. Pancras International Station in King’s Cross. Meet your Golden Tours representative at Paul Le Café (Unit 2) and check in for the Eurostar. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the smooth 2-hour 15-minute journey through the 31-mile Channel Tunnel beneath the English Channel, arriving in the heart of Paris ready for an unforgettable day.
Step onto the iconic Eiffel Tower and soak in panoramic views of Paris from the 2nd floor. Marvel at world-famous landmarks including The Louvre, Montmartre, Grand Palais, Invalides, Notre-Dame, and the sparkling bends of the River Seine. Capture incredible photos and take in the city’s beauty from above. • Admission Ticket Included
Enjoy a romantic 2-hour Seine River cruise aboard a luxurious all-glass boat. Savor a delicious three-course lunch with wine and beverages while gliding past Paris’ most iconic sights. Admire the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, and the city’s stunning bridges as live music adds to the perfect Parisian atmosphere. • Admission Ticket Included
3. Notre-Dame Cathedral: No Paris trip is complete without visiting Notre-Dame Cathedral. Explore this Gothic masterpiece with your expert guide, learning about its medieval origins, cultural significance, and modern restoration. Admire the intricate stained glass, legendary gargoyles, and majestic façade while hearing stories you’d miss on your own. • Admission Ticket Free
Pass by: As your romantic Paris day trip ends, your guide will escort you to Gare du Nord in plenty of time for your Eurostar return to London, completing a seamless, unforgettable day in the City of Light.
Important information
Know before you book
- Ensure your passport is valid for international travel.
- Be prepared for a full day of walking and sightseeing.
- Lunch is included; additional meals are at your own expense.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for city exploration.
- Bring a valid passport for international travel.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.
Cancellation policy
0All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Accessibility
- Easy Public Transport
- Infants Required On Laps
Good to know
- *Times are estimate and subject to change according to availability on the day. The EXACT time will be on the instructions email sent by the Rail Department with the Eurostar tickets within 1-2 weeks of travel.
- Please ensure that you allow plenty of time to check-in at Gare du Nord for your return journey back to London.
- Free cancellation up to 21 days before travel.
- *The tour is guided until lunch. After lunch, you will be able to explore Paris at your own leisure and will have to make your own way to the station.
- You’re required to carry a valid passport with you which will be validated at check-in.
- Please check visa requirements before you travel.
- Tickets will be issued under the lead passenger’s name.
- Train seats are allocated on a first come first served basis and are not guaranteed together.
- Baggage is not permitted on the river boat. Only small backpacks, handbags and computer bags are permitted.
- There are toilets available on the boats but not on the piers.
- Oversized luggage and bags as well as non-foldable buggies/strollers are not permitted in the Eiffel Tower.
Traveler reviews
Golden tours did not follow itinerary
Booked tour through Viator. Golden tours in London set up Eurostar tickets and gave itinerary in writing via email week before. However when arriving in Paris , local tour UTG stated itinerary would be different. It was a guided tour in am and free time in PM with returning on Eurostar. We had purchased separately tickets for Musee de Orangerie for Monet’s water Lillies , but now we were not ending near that museum. We were supposed to go to Notre Dame after lunch cruise on Seine River , but itinerary was reversed. If it wasn’t for Pierre who was with UTG tours it would have been terrible. But he met us after the boat tour and took us separately from the group to the Effiel tower. Explained to us how to get our own ride to the museum we had purchased tickets for, he then texted us pictures of where to meet him so we could return to the group. And get transportation to Eurostar for return to London. We were able to navigate on our own. But Golden tours didn’t provide what we expected. Thank goodness for Pierre who helped us. With UTG tours. I would suggest just booking with them. Not Golden. We also were to met our contact person at St Pancreas at 5:45 am. He was not there on time , others from our group all standing around wondering what to do. .. eventually he showed up. Not all were on the same tour package. It was chaotic getting in line for Eurostar, so much so that officials with Eurostar argued with him about us boarding and lining up. The Eurostar was amazing. , little did we know that when we arrived in Paris we would fine the tour we paid for was not going to happen.
It is a long day. Be...
It is a long day. Be prepared to walk, deal with crowds. However, the tour guides were lovely, Paris is an amazing city. The cruise on the river with lunch was a perfect way to see a lot of the architecture. A great taste of Paris to prepare for the next trip.
Terrible service
Avoid golden tour at all cost.My 16 year old and I booked an escorted tour to Paris on the 27 of May 2025. The tour was cancelled by the company. The representative who addressed us promised that we will get a full refund of our money.. I paid C$ 1400 . They only offered to pay C$ 445. This company is a scam.
Day trip from London to Paris
Had an absolute awesome day and Carlos and his team were fantastic!!! So knowledgeable about everything Definitely recommend this tour and would definitely insist on having Carlos as my guide on our next trip. Thank you for making our day trip so special. Regards The Kean’s 😀
Very informative guide. Was given enough time to venture on our own and see the city. Great quick trip to get a taste of Paris if you have not been before.