Paris Day Trip from London
About this activity
Highlights
- Eiffel Tower panoramic views
- Notre-Dame Cathedral exploration
- Louvre Museum guided tour
- Seine River scenic cruise
- Round-trip high-speed train travel
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Round-trip train tickets from London to Paris
- Guided tours of the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral, and the Louvre Museum
- Seine River cruise with panoramic views
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
A Golden Tours representative will meet you at Unit 2, St Pancras Station, Euston Rd, London N1C 4QP, outside Paul Le Café in St Pancras International at 5:30am (5am on Saturdays)
As symbolic of Paris as warm croissants and pavement cafés, the Eiffel Tower stands at a whopping 1,063 feet high. Get your camera ready to take advantage of the breathtaking views from its lofty second floor.
Your trip to Paris is not complete without a visit to the historic Notre Dame Cathedral, one of the most revered architectural masterpieces in Paris. Learn about its fascinating history, from its medieval origins to its modern-day restoration efforts. Explore its stunning façade, intricate stained glass windows, and legendary gargoyles as your guide shares stories of the cathedral’s past and its place in French culture.
Enjoy your visit to the Louvre Museum, where you can marvel at the Venus de Milo, Mona Lisa and thousands more precious artworks. (On Tuesday the Louvre is closed and you will be given a ticket to Musée d’Orsay instead).
Pass by: The Avenue des Champs-Élysées is located in the 8th arrondissement of Paris, France and is known for being one of the most glamorous shopping areas in all of Paris (and probably in the world too). With a length of approximately 2 kilometres, this famous avenue runs from Place de la Concorde to the majestic Arc de Triomphe.
Pass by: One of the world's best-known commemorative monuments! Dating from the 18th century, the construction of The Arc de Triomphe started in 1806 in the time of Napoleon, with the aim to honour the French army. The Arc de Triomphe stands 49.5 m (162 ft) tall, 45 m (150 ft) wide and 22 m (72 ft) deep.
After a thrilling day spent discovering Paris, your guide will escort you back to the Gare du Nord where your departure time is 8.13pm, arriving back in London at 9.39pm.
Take to the water for an hour-long luxury cruise through central Paris. You’ll get a fresh perspective on the city’s most magical monuments, and an audio guide is provided.
Meeting point
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Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately for the weather.
- Photography is allowed in most areas; check for any restrictions.
- Be prepared for security checks at major attractions.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for extensive walking and standing.
- 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
- You are required to carry a valid passport with you which will be validated at the check-in desk; You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
- During this tour there is a fair amount of fast paced walking involved. Please dress appropriately
- Please note: on Tuesday the Louvre is closed and you will be given a ticket to Musée d’Orsay instead
- Please note: on selected date the tour departure time may vary- please confirm your departure time with the supplier
- Children under 3 are complimentary. You must bring a valid passport and visa if required. On Tuesdays the Louvre is closed and you will visit Musee d'Orsay instead. Please arrive at least 45min at the train station before your train departure time for check-in.
- Meeting Point: Outside Pauls Express Cafe in St Pancras International Station
- Meeting time: 6.00am (5.30am on Saturdays), please arrive at least 10 minutes before the time stated.
- Departure Point: St.Pancras International station
- Monday to Friday: Check in 5:45am, Departure from London 7am
- Saturday: Check in 5:15am, Departure from London 06:30am
- Please note that there is a 1-hour time difference between London and Paris, with Paris 1 hour ahead.
- Golden Tours will have no liability if Eurostar trains are delayed for unforeseen circumstances such as security alerts, third party action, or bad weather as this is beyond the supplier's control
- Your tickets will be printed under the lead passengers name You are required to carry a valid passport with you which will be validated at the check-in desk. You must confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler.
- During this tour there is a fair amount of fast paced walking involved. Please dress appropriately.
- ‘Due to security reasons and regulations imposed by the train company and the attractions, you must contact the supplier 24 hours after the booking date to confirm the exact names of all the travellers within your booking’.
Traveler reviews
Great Tour
We saw more in one day then people see in a week. The train ride on top of what we saw was icing on the cake. The biggest surprise was the dinner coming back to London. It was fantastic.
Overpromised and Undelivered
Overpriced and overpromised. Starting off poorly, the Golden Tours representative that's meant to meet you before your train in the morning was 15+ minutes late, and then incredibly abrasive about it---no apology, just said that we didn't have to wait for him despite the booking saying that we should. Our guide (Ami) was incredibly helpful and we really enjoyed her. However, our booking promised a driver all day, and we expected to have that luxury that we paid for and could leave our extra bags/coats in during the day. We were told that since our train was an hour later than normal (known ahead of time), we weren't getting a driver and we'd have to uber everywhere all day. This really just ruined it for us. It was beautiful day, so we tried to make the most of it, but couldn't help but feel that we got ripped off all day. Again, our guide, Ami, did her absolute best---but not having the promised driver just ruined the whole day for us. We saw the Eiffel Tour and Norte Dame, and we went on a Tuesday so we did the River Cruise. It was nice, and we got lucky with short lines at the Eiffel Tower but I can imagine it would've taken much longer without those lucky breaks. Also, as someone with a food allergy having a French guide who speaks the language is really helpful, but our guide wasn't able to stay with us the whole time and help me order anything "authentic," like bread. It's not necessarily promised, but when you're paying so much money for one day you really expect a bit more help, especially when it comes to a medical problem like mine. Absolutely would not go again.
Not enough time
Started off rough. The tour representative was 20 minutes late to our meeting spot at the London station. He just told us to get in line and get on the Eurostar so I really don’t know why we had to meet up with him. The train ride was great. Tour guide met us in Paris. The van and tour guide were awesome. Paris was beautiful but we did not get to go up the Eiffel Tower or see Notre Dame because the lines were too long. We did go on an unscheduled river cruise that was nice. After a good lunch, we only had an hour and a half at the Louvre. Be aware your itinerary can change.
Compact big three in Paris
The trip was compact and intense, but you get to see the big three in Paris (Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame and the Louvre) in a day. Our tour guide (Pierre) & driver (Nico) were very considerate and you could feel the care and pride in their work. We felt very safe and well look after.
Beautiful city but s little disappointing
The tour guide was very nice and informative. However the day trip could have been organized better. I realize they can't control the amount of people, but we missed some of the things we paid to do. I feel partial refund should be considered. No Notre Dame, no entry into Eiffel. Poor instructions to leave the Louve. Should be written out. Would help all involved. Would not recommend during holidays. Grateful to have gone, but didn't get what was paid for.