From Honfleur Cruise Port Private Shore Excursion to Paris
Description Summary
Highlights
- ✓A Great overview of Paris' monuments
- ✓Drive to Paris and enjoy some free time
- ✓Book an optional unique Seine River Cruise & lunch
- ✓Tour can be fully customized to suit your interests
Description
Experience a private shore excursion from Honfleur Cruise Port to Paris, taking in the city’s iconic landmarks at your pace. Enjoy a comfortable drive, with ample free time to explore and indulge in the local cuisine. Optional extras include a unique Seine River cruise and lunch, allowing you to savor the sights from the water.
Customize your tour to include what interests you most, whether it's art, history, or charming neighborhoods. This personalized journey ensures that every moment in the City of Light is unforgettable and tailored to your preferences.
Seamless Pickup from Honfleur Cruise Port
Begin your private shore excursion with hassle‑free pickup directly at the Honfleur Cruise Terminal, where your English‑speaking driver‑guide will be waiting for you with a personalized sign. Step into a premium air‑conditioned vehicle and settle in as you leave the port behind for a comfortable ride toward Paris.
Scenic Journey through the French Countryside
Relax as you travel through the picturesque French countryside, watching rolling fields and charming villages pass by while your anticipation builds. This smooth journey sets the tone for a stress‑free day, letting you arrive in Paris refreshed and ready to explore.
Iconic Paris Landmarks and Free Time
Once in the City of Light, you’ll have ample free time to discover world‑famous sights such as the Eiffel Tower and Notre‑Dame Cathedral at your own pace. Use your time to capture unforgettable photos, enjoy classic French cuisine, or simply soak up the city’s vibrant cafés, boulevards, and riverbanks.
Optional Seine River Cruise with Lunch
To make your day even more memorable, you can add an optional Seine River cruise with lunch, gliding past Paris’s most iconic monuments while you dine. This is a delightful way to admire the city’s skyline from the water, combining sightseeing with a relaxed gourmet experience.
Fully Customizable Private Experience
Your private tour is entirely customizable, so you can focus on what inspires you most in Paris. Spend more time at the Louvre, wander the artistic streets of Montmartre, or retreat to peaceful gardens and hidden squares—the choice is yours.
Intimate Small‑Group Atmosphere
With a small group of up to 8 people, the experience feels cozy, personal, and unhurried. This intimate setting makes it easier to connect with your surroundings, ask questions, and share the excitement of discovering Paris together.
Practical Details for a Perfect Day
Your driver‑guide will handle all logistics, ensuring a smooth return to the ship and a worry‑free schedule. Dress in comfortable walking shoes and clothing suitable for a full day of exploration—because you’re not just visiting a city, you’re crafting your own Parisian story from port to metropolis and back again.
Included / Excluded
- ✓Pick up and drop off at Honfleur Cruise Ship Terminal
- ✓Services of English speaking driver or driver/guide
- ✓Small Group Private tour limited to 8 persons
- ✓Transportation in Premium A/C vehicle
- ✗Meals, drinks (lunch)
- ✗Personal travel insurance and expenses
- ✗Gratuities for the driver/guide
Itinerary
Honfleur- Private Shore Excursion to Paris
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Pickup at Honfleur Cruise Port
Step off your ship in Honfleur, where your English‑speaking driver or driver‑guide meets you at the cruise terminal exit with a sign and escorts you to your private, air‑conditioned vehicle.
- 2
Drive from Honfleur to Paris
Relax on the approximate 2–2.5 hour drive from Honfleur to Paris, passing Normandy countryside and following the Seine valley, with a comfort stop if needed. Your driver outlines the plan for the day and points out sights as you approach the city.
- 3
Paris highlights panoramic tour
On arrival, enjoy a panoramic tour of central Paris, with photo stops at headline landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, and Champs‑Élysées, plus time to see the Notre‑Dame area and the Seine riverbanks.
2 hours
- 4
Optional experiences (Louvre / Seine cruise)
Depending on your interests, you can dedicate part of your time to a museum visit (for example, the Louvre or Musée d’Orsay) or add an optional Seine River cruise, giving you classic postcard views of Paris from the water.
1 hour
- 5
Free time in the city
Enjoy free time for lunch and exploring: stroll along the Seine, browse boutiques, relax at a café, or revisit your favorite monument area at your own pace, using suggestions from your driver for neighborhoods and restaurants.
2 hours
- 6
Return to Honfleur and re‑embarkation
Meet your driver at the agreed central meeting point and time, then settle in for the return drive to Honfleur, arriving back at the cruise port with time to spare before your ship’s departure.
Start / End Locations
Commentary
Audio • Language: en
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Minimum number of 2 participants applies.
- English‑speaking driver meets you at the cruise exit.
- Flexible itinerary: you choose what to see.
- Optional Seine cruise with lunch not included.
- Generally suitable for most ages and abilities.
Know Before You Go
- Wear comfortable shoes for lots of walking.
- Traffic can affect timings in and out of Paris.
- Tour runs in all weather; pack accordingly.
- Carry passport or ID, cruise card, and voucher.
- List your Paris highlights to save time.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 72 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 72 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
| 2 participants minimum - Total price | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | €1,720.00 | €1,548.00 |
| 3 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | €575.00 | €516.00 |
| 4 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | €430.00 | €387.00 |
| 5 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | €345.00 | €310.00 |
| 6 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | €290.00 | €258.00 |
| 7 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | €245.00 | €221.00 |
| 8 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE | NET RATE |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | €215.00 | €194.00 |
Points of Interest
Terms and Conditions
Refund Policy: You must notify us at least 48 hours in advance if your ship cannot dock (due to weather or port changes) to qualify for a refund. No refund will be made in case you have not contacted us and the boat is unable to dock in the port of Call.
All our terms and conditions can be found here: https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales
All private shore excursions must clearly specify the name of the ship and the local port of call. Ophorus will not be held responsible if the wrong port of call has been notified during reservation process. Each customer has to check that he or she has the appropriate documents for their journey; a passport (with visa if necessary) or a valid ID card.
No refund will be granted in case of lack or loss of ID documents. Eating, drinking and smoking on board the minivans is strictly forbidden (law of September, 17th, 1977). All passengers are insured during the excursions while in the vans. The responsibility of Ophorus is limited to our insurance contract clauses.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Additional Information
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This shore excursion is ideal for cruise passengers docking in Honfleur who want a private, stress‑free way to experience Paris in a single day without worrying about transport or timing. It is especially well suited to first‑time visitors, couples, small groups of friends, and families who prefer a flexible schedule and a more intimate feel than large coach tours. Travelers who enjoy independent exploring but appreciate having an English‑speaking driver handle routes, parking, and the return to the ship will get the most from this tour. It is a great match for guests who want to maximize port time, see headline sights at a relaxed pace, and spend the day taking photos, lingering at cafés, and soaking up the atmosphere rather than rushing from stop to stop.
Voucher Information
Please note: This tour is timed to your ship’s schedule. Your guide will meet you just outside the cruise terminal after disembarkation holding a sign with your name. In case of any last‑minute changes by the cruise line, please check your ship’s daily program and contact us as soon as possible so we can adjust timings accordingly.
Group Information
We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to larger groups. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: https://ophorus.com/contact-us