France’s Finest

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Paris, France

  • Coffee with croissant at outdoor café

One of the most pleasurable activities in Paris is whiling away the time in one of the city’s outdoor cafés. Whether you are sipping a café au lait or a kir royal, there is no better way to feel like a Parisian. The hub of social and culinary life, cafés have been part of the city’s fabric since the 1600s. During the 20th century, literary and artistic figures—such as Ernest Hemingway, Colette and Pablo Picasso—famously met over drinks to share their works and ideas. Today, thousands of cafés line the pavements and squares to connect with France’s culture and history.

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Shore excursions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

Eiffel Tower framed by autumn trees

Panoramic Paris

See the major sights of the romantic “City of Light” with a knowledgeable local guide.

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Eiffel Tower framed by autumn trees

Panoramic Paris

Duration: 4 hours      

A Comprehensive and Leisurely Overview

See the major sights of the romantic “City of Light” with a knowledgeable local guide. Meet your motor coach and drive along the famed Champs-Élysées, viewing the Arc de Triomphe, commissioned by Napoleon in 1806 to commemorate his victories. Pass many of Paris’s classic highlights, including the beautiful Grand Palais and Petit Palais, Place de la Concorde, Bridge of Alexandre III, the celebrated Louvre Museum, and La Conciergerie. Ride along the banks of the Seine to l'île de la Cité, where you will stroll through the island and marvel at the stately facade of Notre Dame de Paris before reboarding your coach. Continue into the Latin Quarter and view the picturesque St. Sulpice Church, Luxembourg Gardens and the Musée d’Orsay. Conclude your drive around Paris with Les Invalides complex, which houses Napoleon’s Tomb and the military school.

* Easy - Walking portions are generally over easy surfaces with few steps or inclines. Total time walking or standing is normally not longer than 1.5 hours.
Colorful assortment of French macarons

Flavors of Paris

Enjoy a guided walk through a richly historic quarter steeped in culinary traditions.
Colorful assortment of French macarons

Flavors of Paris

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes      

Delectable Parisian Gastronomy

Enjoy a guided walk through a richly historic quarter steeped in culinary traditions. As you walk, you will stop at welcoming shops for tastings of some of France’s most beloved specialties. Meet your guide and set off on foot through one of Paris’s charming districts. Listen to stories that tell the tale of the area’s historic past while navigating medieval passages brimming with some of the city’s finest eateries and hidden gems tucked away on every corner. Your culinary journey will take you to a selection of vendors that showcase a range of sweet and savory treats. You will stop at one of Paris’s renowned chocolatiers or bakeries to sample a sweet delight and also pause for tastings of savory delicacies, accompanied by a glass of wine or soda. At the conclusion of your tour, you will return to your awaiting ship.

* Moderate - Walking portions may be long and somewhat challenging with occasional step-ups, stairs and inclines. Total time walking or standing normally ranges from 1.5 to 3 hours.
Sacre-Coeur Basilica under clear blue sky

Montmartre Hill

Visit one of the most celebrated districts in Paris—Montmartre.
Sacre-Coeur Basilica under clear blue sky

Montmartre Hill

Duration: 4 hours      

A Rich Artistic Heritage and a Magnificent Church

Visit one of the most celebrated districts in Paris—Montmartre. This bohemian enclave, in which Belle Époque (“Beautiful Era”) artists, writers and poets such as Dalí, Modigliani, Monet, Picasso and van Gogh whiled away hours and gained inspiration in cafés and at cabaret revues, still retains its charms from that bygone era. Meet your local guide and head to the foot of Montmartre Hill along the Rue Caulaincourt. Then, walk up the hill along winding, cobblestone streets to Sacré-Coeur, the splendid Church of the Sacred Heart. Its ovoid dome is the second-highest point in Paris after the Eiffel Tower. You can explore the glorious interior on your own, then enjoy a coffee and pastries in a stunning setting. Finally, you may choose to descend the hill on foot or in the historic funicular, which first opened in 1900.

* Demanding - Physically challenging activities, including extensive walks, hiking, riding, water sports, and high altitude activities. Activities by foot may contain difficult, unpaved surfaces and/or multiple stairs and steep inclines. Total time walking or standing may exceed 3 hours.
Shore excursions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.

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Notre Dame Cathedral under cloudy skies

Gothic Cathedrals

Marvel at the ingenuity and ethereal quality of Gothic architecture, a style inspired by a period when religion governed life and epitomized by Europe’s soaring cathedrals from the 12th to 16th centuries.