Cruises, Sailing & Water Tours in France

Ring in the New Year in grand style aboard a Bateaux Parisiens riverboat cruise on the Seine. Sip Champagne while gliding past the UNESCO-listed riverbanks and illuminated monuments like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre-Dame. While live entertainment creates a festive atmosphere, take a seat beneath panoramic glass windows to enjoy a gourmet 6-course dinner of French cuisine paired with wine.

Take a leisurely midday break with a 3-hour lunch cruise through Bordeaux on the Garonne River. Sip a welcome ap eritif as you settle in for the cruise, then dine on a lovely 3-course lunch prepared on board with seasonal and regional ingredients. As you eat lunch, watch the sights of this UNESCO-listed city drift past - including Quai Richelieu, Pont de Pierre, Place de la Bourse and the Basilica of St Michael.

Spend a delightful 1.5 hours relaxing on a cruise along the Garonne River, sipping prestigious Bordeaux wines and gazing at the fantastic scenery. Watch the attractions of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Bordeaux, including Place de la Bourse, give way to the vineyard-covered hills of the Aquitaine region as you learn about this area's wine-making history from your onboard guide. Choose from two starting points for the cruise, Quai Richelieu or Cit e du Vin.

Enjoy a leisurely trip down the Seine on this 1-hour Bateaux Parisiens river cruise. Glide past Paris' world-famous monuments including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Eiffel Tower and historic bridges like the Pont Neuf. Listen to audio commentary along the way to learn more about passing attractions. Cruise during the day, or choose an evening departure time to float through the enchanting city at night. Either way, it's a fantastic introduction to the highlights of Paris.

Cruise along Paris's iconic River Seine and enjoy a Parisian-style brunch as you go. Set out aboard a 10-seat boat and meander down the waterway, marveling at such local landmarks as Notre Dame Cathedral and the elegant Eiffel Tower while learning about the city's evolution from an expert guide. Along the way enjoy fresh croissants, fruit juice, coffee and some delicious French charcuterie. This spectacular sightseeing day cruise will leave you with an entirely new view of Paris as well as a full stomach. 

See Paris's iconic landmarks and lesser-known gems from the water on this 2.5-hour combo cruise down the River Seine and Canal Saint Martin. Glide past riverside monuments like Notre Dame and the Louvre, and then explore a side of Paris many tourists miss as you float through the tunnels, bridges and locks of the city's historic canal system. Live onboard commentary from your guide illuminates the story of these picturesque waterways built by Napoleon. Choose from several daily departures to suit your sightseeing schedule.

See Paris's iconic monuments from the water on a 1-hour sightseeing cruise along the Seine. Prepare for a thrilling introduction to Paris as you hop on-board a Compagnie des Bateaux-Mouches sightseeing boat and look out over the city from the open-air viewing deck. Keep your camera to hand as you pass waterfront attractions like Notre Dame Cathedral and La Conciergerie, admire the iconic façade of the Louvre and enjoy prime views of the Eiffel Tower.

Paris is fabulous any time of day, but to truly experience the City of Lights, you need to explore after dark. On this evening Paris and river tour, you'll see illuminated attractions by both land and water, including the Louvre and the Arc de Triomphe. Cruise along the Seine to admire Notre-Dame and the Eiffel Tower, and tour the city by either coach or minivan to see Les Invalides, Place de la Concorde, the Grand Palais, Rue de Rivoli and the Champs-Elys ees twinkling in the night. The minivan tour option is limited to eight people to provide a small-group experience.

Sit down to a 3-course Gallic dinner and pass Paris' top sites on this 4-hour evening cruise on the Seine River. From the panoramic windows of the dining room, look out at the Louvre, Mus ee d'Orsay, Notre Dame Cathedral, Pont Alexandre III, and other glittering waterfront sights. Upgrade to include Champagne, cocktails, wine, or beer, and head to the top deck for open-air views of the City of Light.

Enjoy a leisurely 3-hour dinner cruise along the Garonne River to see the sights of Bordeaux from the water. Begin with a welcome ap eritif as you settle into your seat on the boat. Watch as the many attractions of this UNESCO-listed city drift by the windows while you dine on a 3-course dinner made with seasonal and regional ingredients.

Combine a hop-on hop-off Paris bus tour with a float down the River Seine. Take in Paris at your leisure aboard an open-top, double-decker bus and learn about the city as as you go. Disembark at as many sights as you wish, including such  attractions as Notre Dame, Mus ee d'Orsay and the Louvre. Then enjoy a scenic ride along Paris's central waterway, marveling at even more attractions along the way. Choose from one or two day tickets or order to experience as much of this cosmopolitan capital as you please.

Don't miss the views of Paris from the Eiffel Tower at night, when the city spreads before you twinkling with light. This 4-hour combo tour gives you the chance to experience Paris in the evening in three ways: a 1-hour river cruise on the Seine, a sightseeing tour by coach and admission to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. You'll get oriented with top attractions like the Champs-Elys ees and be part of Paris' lively nighttime atmosphere.

Settle in for an elegant 3-course lunch with wine on this 2.5-hour Seine River cruise. As you enjoy your meal prepared on board with locally sourced ingredients, admire the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Grand Palais and other top attractions from your table facing the UNESCO-listed riverbank. Listen to traditional French music by accordion and enjoy more views from the open-air upper deck.

Enjoy Paris from the water on a dinner cruise that takes you past the city's beautiful riverside sights. While you glide along the Seine and admire views of the city lit up for the evening, dine on a 3-course meal that includes elegant dishes such as foie gras, swordfish and souffl e. Wine, coffee and tea are also provided.

Admire the waterfront sights of Paris while enjoying a 3-course meal on this Seine River dinner cruise. Aboard a La Marina de Paris glass-enclosed boat, you'll float along the river, admiring illuminated landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre Dame Cathedral. Pass under the Pont Neuf and other bridges while you sip French wine and Champagne. Unlike similar tours, this one includes hotel transport for your convenience.

Enjoy two iconic Parisian experiences during this evening tour that combines a dinner cruise on the Seine River with admission to the Moulin Rouge. First, see Paris sights like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre and Notre Dame Cathedral while enjoying a 3-course meal of French cuisine aboard a La Marina de Paris glass-enclosed boat. Then head to the Moulin Rouge in the Montmartre district for a performance of the show 'Feerie,' which includes a half bottle of Champagne per person. Hotel transport is included for your convenience.

Indulge your inner romantic on an atmospheric evening cruise down the Seine and see the City of Lights at its most magical. Dine on a decadent 4-course dinner, accompanied by live music on-board, as you float past illuminated landmarks like the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral and the Eiffel Tower.

On this Paris dinner cruise, glide along the Seine aboard an intimate La Marina de Paris boat, and enjoy a three-course meal while admiring riverfront sights like the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame and Louvre. The glass-enclosed boat provides unobstructed views and photo ops, allowing you to soak up the romantic atmosphere of Paris lit up at night. Drinks are included on the cruise, which departs from Port Solferino on Quai Anatole France.

Live like the proverbial other half for a day with a luxury private cruise from Cannes along the gorgeous French Riviera. Relax as your personal skipper guides the boat along the Mediterranean coast so you can see the L erins Islands, Cap d'Antibes and the Bay of Cannes from the comfort of the deck while sipping on a refreshing beverage. Beach towels and snorkeling gear are on hand if you want to take a dip. Select one of several cruise options, including a sunset cruise with Champagne or a full-day cruise to either St Tropez or Monaco and Nice.

See the glorious scenery along the Mediterranean coast from the water during a 1-hour sightseeing cruise from Nice. Board the ship at the Port of Nice and begin the tour in the Baie des Anges. Venture around the Cap de Nice to see the imposing Citadelle and myriad historic hamlets that dot the hilly landscape, as well as the lovely Promenade des Anglais along the beach in Nice. As you enjoy the unforgettable views, listen to commentary about the history of the French Riviera.