Top Île-de-France Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Depart from Paris for a day trip to France's Champagne region and its capital city, Reims. Begin with tour of the Gothic-style Reims Cathedral, a more than 800-year-old cathedral that was the site of the crowning of France's kings. Afterward, visit Mumm's champagne cellars and learn about the harvesting and production process before imbibing in a little of your own. Enjoy lunch (own expense) and later, stop to explore Hautvillers—an attractive village where Benedictine monk Dom Pérignon first created champagne.

Step back in time to June 1944 with a visit to Normandy's main landing beaches. Set out on a guided tour from Paris to visit these legendary sites including Omaha Beach and Colleville American Cemetery, where the bodies of American soldiers who lost their lives on D-Day and at the Battle of Normandy reside. Afterward, spend some time exploring the medieval town of Bayeux, one of the few places in France's Calvados department to remain mostly intact following WWII.

A day tour specially designed to discover, in one day, the road of the most famous Impressionist painters. Morning at Giverny: Visit on your own of the House of Monet (entrance ticket included) Visit of dazzling gardens with a thousand flowers chosen for their harmony. The Japanese bridge and the water garden will make you relive the pictorial world of the brilliant creator of the Nymphéas. Afternoon in Auvers sur Oise: Discover the charming village and visit Van Gogh's House. Attend a retrospective of the artist's stay through his works, correspondence and period photographs

Get an attraction-packed introduction to the highlights of the City of Lights on this Paris nighttime tour. Hop a panoramic double-decker bus to cruise down past the capital’s most iconic landmarks, from the Moulin Rouge to the Eiffel Tower, illuminated by glittering lights. Sightseeing tours include audioguides in 10 languages, plus a photo stop in front of the Iron Lady.

First-time visitors to Paris who want a convenient overview of the city will enjoy this two-hour tour by double-decker bus. Sightseeing on foot can get exhausting, so take the strain off and relax on board the bus. The roof is retractable, so when the weather's good you can get an unspoiled view of 40+ sights, including the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. Learn about the city through your informative audioguide as you ride.

Optimize your visit time with your skip the line ticket to avoid the long queue to access the interior of the palace. Discover, on our own, thanks to audio-guided comments, the fabulous rooms of the palace such as the King's Grand Apartment, the Hall of Mirrors or "the Grande Galerie", the Queen's chamber... After your visit of the Castle, you will access the gardens. From april to October, you will admire the Musical fountains (on Tuesday and Friday) or the Fountains show (every Saturday and Sunday). Versailles is the model of the typical French garden laid out between 1661 and 1700 by le Nôtre who levelled off the land, drained it and landscaped the views, groves, canals, and flowers bed. The gardens are adorned with more than 400 marble, bronze and led statues and fountains by water features.

Discover the highlights of Rheims—the capital of Champagne—during this full-day, small-group tour, which includes a Champagne tasting. Visit the stunning Gothic-era Cathedral where the kings of France were once coronated, enjoy panoramic views from the Lighthouse of Verzenay overlooking surrounding vineyards, and get a behind-the-scenes peek at Champagne production during a cellar tour.

Even if you only have one day to explore, you can still see the most important D-Day landmarks on this small-group tour from Paris, showcasing the iconic sights of this historic day. Head to Normandy to start your outing, where you visit landing beaches—including Pointe du Hoc and Colleville—pay your respects at the American Cemetery, and see where the artificial harbor was installed at Arromanches. With speedy minivan travel included, this tour offers travelers a convenient and hassle-free Normandy experience.

If you just have one day to experience the castles and wine of the Loire Valley, this small-group day trip from Paris makes it easy and affordable. Visit two of the grandest châteaux in the valley—Chenonceau and Chambord—plus Clos Lucé, the final home of Leonardo da Vinci. Travel comfortably from central Paris in a minivan, and indulge in fine French wine with an included tasting of Loire varietals.

To appreciate the castles in the Loire Valley in just one day, Paris visitors shouldn't miss this hassle-free guided tour, with easy travel included. After morning departure from Paris, you're whisked into the French countryside for your adventure. Stop at three different chateaus, learn about these architectural marvels from your guide, and enjoy ample time to explore the opulent interiors and verdant gardens, with entry fees included.

For a hassle-free trip from Paris to Mont-Saint-Michel—without navigating train travel or paying for pricey taxi transfers—don't miss this convenient, door-to-door experience, with speedy minivan travel included. You're whisked from Paris to Normandy to visit the medieval coastal landmark. You get to explore the hilltop abbey and visit a history museum—with entry fees included—see the spooky dungeons, jails, and oubliettes, and enjoy an included cider tasting before the scenic return trip.

For a hassle-free day trip from Paris—where you don't need to worry about travel—don't miss this convenient Bruges tour, with door-to-door transfer included. After comfy minibus transport to Belgium, you can join your fellow travelers to explore the scenic city. Highlights include a canal cruise or Gothic town hall tour, a visit to the famed Bruges Markt, and ample time to explore independently so you can purchase some Belgian chocolate for a sweet souvenir.

UNESCO–listed Bruges makes a wonderful day trip from Paris, but organizing transportation to explore independently takes time. On this comprehensive tour, begin with pickup in central Paris and reach Bruges in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle. Hear the secrets of top attractions like the Markt from your guide, and admire sweeping views along the city’s beautiful canals. You’ll also have free time to browse the traditional chocolate shops.

On this full-day guided tour from Paris, you’ll visit three of the most spectacular estates in the Loire Valley. Learn about the women who decorated stunning, Renaissance-era Chenonceau, get a peek at the intricate staircase attributed to Leonardo da Vinci at Chambord, and get exclusive access to the private, family-owned interiors of stunning Cheverny.

Make more of your visit to Mont Saint-Michel with this guided sightseeing tour, where you can explore the coastal wonder with a guide, and learn all about this Normandy landmark. After included travel from Paris, you embark on an adventure at this UNESCO World Heritage Site with an included stop at an abbey, and a guided tour through the medieval town. You can take your time to explore at your own pace, admire the views of the bay, and enjoy a scenic ride to and from Paris.

See the world-class treasures of Paris’s Louvre Museum on a 2-hour guided tour. Bypass the long entrance queues with a skip-the-line ticket, and follow an expert guide straight to collection highlights including the ‘Mona Lisa,’ ‘Venus de Milo’ and ‘Winged Victory of Samothrace.’ Learn the backstories of these artistic masterpieces to enrich your experience, and feel free to continue exploring the museum at the end of the tour. Group size is limited to six people for a more intimate tour.

Soak up Paris from the river on a Seine cruise aboard a Vedettes du Pont Neuf boat, one of the city’s top sightseeing riverboats. Enjoy views of Paris’ famous attractions as you glide along the water, passing by the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, Musée d’Orsay and Notre-Dame Cathedral. The 1-hour cruise departs from Pont Neuf, Paris’ oldest bridge, and provides onboard commentary by knowledgeable guides. You can take your cruise at any time of day or night, according to operating hours. 

Embark on a half-day guided tour from Paris to Fontainebleau, where you'll explore the Château de Fontainebleau and wander the town's scenic forest. Set out on a recorded audio tour of the 1,500 castle and learn its history as a popular place of stay for French kings. Take some time to roam it's gardens before stopping by Fontainebleau's other main attraction: its massive forest, which often serves as a weekend getaway for Parisians. You'll also visit Barbizon, a country village that gives its name to the Barbizon school of painters.

Set out from Paris on a half-day guided tour to Giverny, a country village where the renowned Impressionist artist Claude Monet lived and worked. Visit the colorful home where he spent 43 years, discover the studio where he worked and wander the exquisite gardens that inspired his famous “Water Lilies” series of paintings.

La Sainte Chapelle is a remarkable Gothic gem that should not be missed when visiting Paris. This small-group tour allows you to skip the line to enter the chapel, which was built to host the relics of Jesus in the 13th century; allowing you more time to admire the architecture and stained glass windows, and to learn about the chapel's history

Enjoy a stress-free way to explore when you book a small-group tour of the Palace of Versailles. Travel with your guide from a Paris train station, or make your own way to Versailles and meet them upon arrival. Once at Versailles, bypass the long lines and head right in (entry own expense). Once inside, tour the UNESCO-listed palace before continuing to its elegant gardens and Marie Antoinette’s Petit Trianon palace. At tour’s end, travel by taxi to the train station and return to Paris.

Marvel at the interiors of Notre Dame Cathedral and Sainte-Chapelle, two of the finest examples of French Gothic architecture in Paris. Then spend 2 hours lingering over works of art at the Louvre—you’ll save time with a guide to lead the way. Please note, you must purchase your priority-access ticket separately online. This small-group tour is limited to six people for an up-close experience.

See the highlights of the Musée d’Orsay’s collection, and beat the crowds, when you sign up for a small-group tour of the museum. The Musée d’Orsay is one of Paris’ largest and most visited museums; your skip-the-line access will save you time that otherwise would have been wasted in line. Once inside, follow your guide through the galleries. See masterpieces by artists the likes of Manet, Monet, Degas, and Van Gogh, and learn all about the Impressionist movement from your guide’s commentary.

Hilltop Montmartre is celebrated for its romantic reputation and bohemian backstory—and this walking tour provides the ideal introduction to the neighborhood. With only a small group for company, you’ll see the Moulin Rouge, a neighborhood vineyard, the cabarets and studios that artists like Picasso and Modigliani once frequented, and more. Finish on a (literal) high note at Sacré Coeur, where you can pair panoramic views with cheese and Champagne.