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Paris Rail, Bus and River Cruise Tour, 15 hr

TourTruth score 2.7 out of 10

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579 reviews · Rated on 1 provider · How we score

  • London, United Kingdom
  • Updated November 2, 2026

Travel from London to Paris by Eurostar, explore by hop-on hop-off bus, and enjoy a one-hour cruise along the Seine.

About this tour

Trade London for a full day among Paris’s grand boulevards and riverfront landmarks. This Paris rail, bus and river cruise tour combines return Eurostar travel with reserved seats, a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus ticket and a one-hour cruise on the Seine.

Travel independently by train, then meet your guide at Paris Gare du Nord. Use the bus ticket to explore the city at your own pace, taking in its famous sights from the open road. Later, board a Seine cruise from Port de la Bourdonnais, near the Eiffel Tower, and admire the city from the water. The cruise ticket is valid for any boat that day, with departures every 30 to 45 minutes. An information pack helps you plan your day; attraction admission, lunch and a tour guide are not included.

Your Paris rail, bus and river cruise tour includes return train travel, but you’ll need to check in at the stations at the specified times and bring the travel documents required for the UK-France journey. Make the most of your day in Paris with a flexible mix of city views and river scenery.

Highlights

  • Ride Eurostar between London and Paris with reserved seats
  • Explore Paris aboard a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus
  • Take in riverside views on a one-hour Seine cruise

What's included

Included

  • Return Eurostar journey with reserved seats
  • Hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus ticket
  • One-hour River Seine sightseeing cruise
  • Information pack

Not included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Tour guide
  • Eiffel Tower and other attraction admission

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Important information

  • This is an independent, unescorted tour
  • Bring a valid passport and any visa or electronic travel authorization required for travel between the UK and France
  • Check in at London St. Pancras International at 5:30 am Monday through Friday or 5:00 am Saturday; there is no in-person staff meeting at the station
  • Meet your guide on arrival at Paris Gare du Nord
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  • For the return journey Monday through Saturday, check in at Paris Gare du Nord at 7:00 pm; the train departs at 8:13 pm and arrives at London St. Pancras at 9:39 pm
  • Train and check-in times may change; follow the advice on your tickets
  • Train tickets and tour information are emailed one week before departure
  • Children under 4 do not receive a Eurostar or coach seat; maximum one child under 4 per traveling adult
  • Infants must sit on an adult's lap; strollers are permitted
  • Travelers should have a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Seine cruise tickets are valid for any boat that day; boats depart from Port de la Bourdonnais every 30 to 45 minutes

Frequently asked questions

Is this tour guided?

No. This is an independent, unescorted tour.

Where do I meet the guide?

Meet your guide at Paris Gare du Nord on arrival. There is no in-person staff meeting at London St. Pancras.

What time should I check in for the return train?

Check in at Paris Gare du Nord at 7:00 pm Monday through Saturday. The train departs at 8:13 pm and arrives in London at 9:39 pm; times may change.

Are attraction admissions included?

No. Admission to the Eiffel Tower and other attractions is not included.

Where does the Seine cruise depart?

Cruises depart from Port de la Bourdonnais, at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, every 30 to 45 minutes. Your ticket is valid for any boat that day.

How this score is calculated

This score is based on one provider. Viator rates it 3.84 from 579 reviews. We place that rating among all Viator ratings and weight it by its review count. If the tour is found on another provider later, both ratings are combined.

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  • The result is shown from 0 to 10: this tour scores 2.7.

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