--- title: Private Cruise to Discover Paris lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/france/paris/tours/private-cruise-to-discover-paris/ type: tour city: Paris country: France price: 459 currency: EUR price_unit: per_group availability: bookable rating: 4.95 reviews: 91 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Private boat with a restroom rank_in_category: 6 of 22 (Seine River Cruises) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/private-cruise-to-discover-paris/ --- # Private Cruise to Discover Paris **Guidekin's take:** Cruise from Escale de Beaugrenelle towards the Eiffel Tower and Notre Dame de Paris on a private tour for your party. Water, WiFi and an onboard restroom are included; transfers to the boat are excluded and pricing is per group. 4.95 from 91 reviews at €459 per group/vehicle for 1h 30m. In our comparison: #6 of 22 in Seine River Cruises, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Comfortably installed, discover Paris from the Seine, a unique point of view on the monuments and historical bridges of Paris. Embark with your friends and family on a private cruise. The boat moves quietly, no crowds, no noise, just that of the water. Boarding takes place at the Escale de Beaugrenelle, in front of the Statue of Liberty on the Ile aux Cygnes. The boat then heads towards the Eiffel Tower and then towards Notre Dame de Paris. Take the time to admire the views of the Musée d'Orsay and the Louvre Museum, Notre Dame de Paris Cathedral, the bridges, Bir-Hakeim, Pont Neuf, de l'Alma, Royal, Alexandre III, Pont des Arts . After Ile Saint Louis, turn around and return to the Eiffel Tower for a complete tour of Paris. You can bring food and drinks to eat on board. Young children are accepted, a central cabin can accommodate them. Wifi and toilets are available on board. 360 video on request. ## Before you book - Meeting point: The meeting point, - 6 start times: between 10:30 and 20:30 - Food not included: bring or buy your own **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €459 per group/vehicle for the Paris Private Cruise (1 to 5) option; other options up to €499 - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.95/5 from 91 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Paris Boat Club - Group: Private tour, your party only - Guide languages: English, French - Start times: 10:30, 12:30, 14:30, 16:30, 18:30, 20:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-01 ## Reviews 4.95 from 91 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 90 of 91. - 5 stars: 89 (98%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the knowledgeable captains and private setting; cold conditions can make the ride uncomfortable. **Praised:** - Friendly, knowledgeable captains share stories about the riverside landmarks - Private space to relax away from the crowded sightseeing boats - Evening cruises offer views of the Eiffel Tower lights - Captains take photos and pause at good viewpoints - Guests enjoy bringing their own food and drinks aboard **Complaints:** - Cold conditions on the boat can make the ride uncomfortable Written by Guidekin from the 71 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2022-09-07 to 2026-09-19); last checked 2026-10-03. ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Paris Private Cruise (1 to 5) | €459 per group | Italian, French, Spanish, English | - | | Private cruise Paris (1 to 8) | €499 per group | Italian, French, Spanish, English | 1 to 8 | ## What's included - Private transportation - Bottled water - WiFi on board - Restroom on board ## Not included - Food - Transfer ## Itinerary 1. **Ile des Cygnes (Isle of the Swans)** - Swan Island 2. **Eiffel Tower** 3. **Passerelle Debilly** - Bridge Debilly Paris XVI 4. **Pont Alexandre III** - Pont Alexandre-III 5. **Louvre Museum** 6. **Musee d'Orsay** - Orsay Museum 7. **Pont des Arts** - Bridge of Arts 8. **Pont Neuf** 9. **Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris** - Our Lady Cathedral 10. **Bibliotheque nationale de France - site Francois Mitterrand** - National Library of France ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 10:30, 12:30, 14:30, 16:30, 18:30, 20:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The meeting point, meeting place and passenger boarding point, is located at the Escale de Beaugrenelle, under the Pont de Grenelle, Port de Javel Haut, 75015 Paris. In case of unavailability of the Escale Beaugrenelle, boarding will take place at the Escale du Louvre. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJgat9SHtx5kcRGfllwSsKvuk Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Not recommended for people with reduced mobility ## Cost for your party | People | Total | Per person | |---|---|---| | 2 | €459 | €230 | | 4 | €459 | €115 | | 6 | €499 | €83 | Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date. Shared tours in Seine River Cruises start at €37 per person. ## Compared with other Seine River Cruises | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #6 of 22** | €459 per group | 1h 30m | 4.95 (91) | private | | [Top Private Cruises in Paris with French Champagne and surprises](/france/paris/tours/top-private-cruises-in-paris-with-french-champagne-and-surprises/?format=md) | €399 per group | 1h 30m | 4.98 (1822) | private | | [2-6 pax Private River Boat Tour in Paris with Rosé and Macarons](/france/paris/tours/2-6-pax-private-river-boat-tour-in-paris-with-ros-and-macarons/?format=md) | €490 per group | 1h 30m | 4.95 (252) | private | | [Paris Private and Customized Tour with Driver-Guide for Layovers](/france/paris/tours/paris-private-and-customized-tour-with-driver-guide-for-layovers/?format=md) | €360 per group | 4h | 4.93 (208) | private | Ranked #6 of 22 in Seine River Cruises by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €37 to €550, median €100; typical length 1h 43m. 13 of 22 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/seine-river-cruises/?format=md ## More in Paris - All Paris tours: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/tours/private-cruise-to-discover-paris/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/france/paris/?format=md