Saint Germain des Pres, Montmartre and Seine River Cruise
A curated five-hour journey through Paris's most storied neighborhoods and waterways
This Paris private guided tour combines the artistic soul of Montmartre, the literary heritage of Saint Germain des Pres, and a one-hour Seine River cruise into a single seamless experience. A private chauffeur-driven vehicle connects each stop, keeping the pace comfortable and the focus on discovery. From cobbled hilltop streets to grand riverfront monuments, the itinerary captures Paris at its most layered.
Montmartre rewards those who explore it slowly. The neighborhood's steep lanes, vine-covered walls, and terrace cafes have sheltered painters and poets for generations, and the atmosphere remains remarkably intact today. The Sacre-Coeur Basilica crowns the hill with a panoramic view that stretches across the entire city.
Saint Germain des Pres carries a different kind of history. Its celebrated cafes once served as open-air salons for writers including Hemingway, Camus, and Picasso, and the neighborhood church stands as one of the oldest in Paris. Walking through the quarter reveals a city shaped as much by ideas as by architecture.
The Seine River cruise rounds out the experience with a one-hour glide past landmarks including Notre Dame de Paris, the Musee d'Orsay, and the Invalides. Onboard commentary is available in fourteen languages, making the river portion accessible to visitors from virtually anywhere.
Tour Highlights
Visit the Sacre-Coeur Basilica and enjoy a sweeping panoramic view over Paris from the heights of Montmartre.
Explore Place du Tertre, the historic painters square where artists have worked in the open air for over a century.
Cruise the Seine River aboard Bateaux Parisiens with onboard commentary available in fourteen languages.
Walk past the legendary cafes Les Deux Magots and Cafe de Flore in the heart of Saint Germain des Pres.
Stop at the Wall of Love in Montmartre, a mosaic artwork inscribed with the phrase in over three hundred languages.
Discover the church of Saint Germain des Pres, one of the oldest surviving religious buildings in the French capital.
Travel between neighborhoods in a private chauffeur-driven vehicle, with hotel pickup included for a stress-free start.
Itinerary
The tour begins at Metro Blanche, steps from the Moulin Rouge cabaret. The walking route climbs through market streets lined with boulangeries and independent shops before arriving at the Wall of Love, where a mosaic of the phrase in more than three hundred languages makes for a memorable photograph.
The route continues past the house and statue of singer Dalida before reaching the pink-painted facade of La Maison Rose. Nearby, the Lapin Agile stands as the oldest cabaret in Paris, tucked beside the only vineyard remaining within the city boundaries.
Place du Tertre serves as the traditional gathering point for Paris's street artists, and the square retains its creative character throughout the year. The walking tour concludes at the Sacre-Coeur Basilica, whose hilltop position offers one of the broadest unobstructed views across the city.
A short transfer by private vehicle brings the group to Saint Germain des Pres. The walk here takes in the neighborhood's historic church, its celebrated literary cafes, and the quiet side streets that have changed little since they hosted the postwar intellectual scene.
Guests are dropped at the Bateaux Parisiens pier near the Eiffel Tower, where e-tickets are provided in advance. The one-hour cruise travels along the river past the Assemblee Nationale, Invalides, Musee d'Orsay, Institut de France, and Notre Dame de Paris, with multilingual commentary throughout.
What Is Included
Included
- Private chauffeur-driven vehicle for the full duration
- Hotel pickup and drop-off service
- E-ticket for Bateaux Parisiens Seine River cruise
- Walking tour of Montmartre with a knowledgeable guide
- Walking tour of Saint Germain des Pres
- Onboard multilingual commentary during the cruise
Not Included
- Food, drinks, and personal expenses
- Gratuities for guides or drivers
- Funicular rail ticket at Montmartre (approximately 2 euros, optional)
- Travel insurance
Important Information
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