About this tour
Glide down the Seine on a private boat chartered just for your group, sipping genuine French champagne whilst Paris unfolds along the riverbanks. This 90-minute cruise departs from Port Javel Haut near the Statue of Liberty and navigates past the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame, Pont Neuf, and the Orsay Museum. Choose between a compact vessel for up to 4 passengers or a roomier, more stable boat accommodating 8, both offering unobstructed views of the city's iconic landmarks from the water.
Highlights
- Private boat—no strangers, no crowds, just you
- Authentic French champagne included with water
- Glide under Pont Neuf, Europe's oldest stone bridge
- Close views of Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral
- Compact or spacious boat options to suit your group
- Pets welcome aboard
- Departs opposite the Statue of Liberty replica
What to expect
You'll board at Port Javel Haut in the 15th arrondissement. The boat casts off and heads downriver, passing the replica Statue of Liberty monument first. From there, the route sweeps past the iron lattice of the Eiffel Tower and the grand Pont Alexandre III before gliding under the historic Pont Neuf. You'll see the Orsay Museum, the Louvre's riverfront façade, and Notre-Dame Cathedral from the water. The route includes a view of Paris Plages, the temporary riverside beach. All the while, champagne flows and the city lights reflect off the water. The journey loops back to your starting point after 90 minutes.
Good to know
Arrive 15 minutes early at Escales Beaugrenelle (Port Javel Haut). Use Google Maps with the coordinates provided—taxi availability is unpredictable. Bring a phone with service. The crew waits a maximum of 60 minutes for latecomers; after that, no refund. The small boat has no table; the larger vessel offers better stability and sound. Not ideal if you have mobility or spine issues.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.