Welcome to Paris Day Trip from London via Train

17th Arrondissement, London



Embark on a day trip to Paris from London with a roundtrip train transfer. Allow your guide to show you the best sights in town and take you on a river cruise, then enjoy plenty of time to explore.

Highlights

  • Panoramic tour of Paris’ iconic landmarks
  • Visit the Eiffel Tower, Opera House, and Arc de Triomphe
  • 1-hour river cruise on the Seine
  • Travel by high-speed train from Central London

Description

Meet your guide at St Pancras Station and board the high-speed train to Paris, a 2-hour-and-15-minute journey through the countryside.

Upon arrival, take a panoramic tour of Paris with visits to key sites such as the Opera House, Champs-Elysées, and the Arc de Triomphe.

Enjoy a 1-hour river cruise on the Seine, viewing landmarks including Notre Dame Cathedral from the water.

The guided tour concludes at the Eiffel Tower, where you have free time to explore independently or visit local cafés. Your guide can provide recommendations for additional sights and dining options.

In the early evening, regroup for the return train journey from Gare du Nord back to London.

Includes

  • Guided panoramic tour of Paris
  • Round-trip train transportation between London and Paris
  • 1-hour river cruise on the Seine
  • Live English-language commentary

Excludes

  • Admission fees to attractions
  • Meals and beverages
  • Entry to the Louvre Museum

Important Information

  • Bring a valid passport and verify visa or travel authorization requirements for France
  • Check-in times: Monday to Friday at 6:00am; Saturday at 5:30am
  • Train departure times vary but are typically 7:00am (Mon–Fri) and 7:30am or 6:30am on Saturdays; return trains usually depart around 7:00pm or 8:00pm
  • Train schedules may change; any updates will be communicated with revised check-in details

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 30 days in advance for a full refund.

Book early to secure your preferred date. Bring comfortable shoes and be prepared for a full day of sightseeing. Morning departures offer more time to explore Paris.

Frequently Asked Questions

The trip includes a high-speed train ride from London to Paris, a panoramic city tour, visits to the Eiffel Tower, Opera House, Arc de Triomphe, and a 1-hour Seine river cruise.
You meet your guide at St Pancras Station in Central London before boarding the high-speed train to Paris.
The high-speed train journey takes approximately 2 hours and 15 minutes each way.
Yes, the itinerary includes a visit to the Eiffel Tower as part of the panoramic tour.
Yes, the day trip features a 1-hour river cruise on the Seine to see landmarks like Notre Dame Cathedral from the water.
Yes, you need a valid passport to travel from London to Paris by train, as you are crossing an international border.
Meals are not included; you can purchase food and drinks independently during stops in Paris or on the train.
It is recommended to arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure time to meet your guide and board the train.
The panoramic tour is guided, providing information about key landmarks like the Opera House, Champs-Elysées, and Arc de Triomphe.
This specific booking is for a day trip, but you may arrange separate travel if you wish to stay longer in Paris.

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