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Paris Awaits: Private Shore Trip from Honfleur Cruise Port
SightseeingShore ExcursionsCultural
Full Day
Shore excursions
2-8 guests
Embark on a thrilling private Shore Excursion from Honfleur Port and discover Paris - the City of Lights! Pick up and drop off at Cruise Port in Honfleur, drive to Paris and enjoy some free time for personal discovery
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Why you’ll love this tour
Tour can be fully customized to suit your interests
Book an optional unique Seine River Cruise & lunch
Drive to Paris and enjoy some free time
A Great overview of Paris' monuments
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Private Shore Excursion from Honfleur to Paris – City of Lights Turn your call in Honfleur into a once‑in‑a‑lifetime day in Paris. This private shore excursion combines comfortable transport, a panoramic city tour with photo stops, and free time to enjoy the French capital at your own pace before returning to your ship. Convenient pick‑up at Honfleur Cruise Terminal Your day begins with hassle‑free ...
Private Shore Excursion from Honfleur to Paris – City of Lights
Turn your call in Honfleur into a once‑in‑a‑lifetime day in Paris. This private shore excursion combines comfortable transport, a panoramic city tour with photo stops, and free time to enjoy the French capital at your own pace before returning to your ship.
Convenient pick‑up at Honfleur Cruise Terminal
Your day begins with hassle‑free pick‑up directly at the Honfleur Cruise Terminal. As you disembark, your professional English‑speaking driver/guide will be waiting at the exit, holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name. After a quick overview of the itinerary and any special requests you may have, you’ll be escorted to your premium air‑conditioned vehicle.
Scenic drive to Paris
Relax on the 2.5–3 hour drive from Honfleur to Paris, watching the Normandy and Île‑de‑France countryside glide by. A short comfort stop can be made en route, and your driver will share background information about Paris and help you prioritise what you most want to see once in the city.
Panoramic Paris tour with photo stops
On arrival, set off on a panoramic city tour tailored to your interests and traffic conditions on the day. Your driver/guide will navigate past some of Paris’s most emblematic sights, with opportunities to stop for photos and short walks at key landmarks such as:
Eiffel Tower – Capture the classic Paris skyline from carefully chosen viewpoints.
Notre‑Dame area – See the Île de la Cité and admire the exterior of this Gothic masterpiece and its surroundings.
Montmartre & Sacré‑Cœur – Discover the artists’ hill, its winding streets, and sweeping views over the city.
Arc de Triomphe & Champs‑Élysées – Drive or walk part of the most famous avenue in Paris and stop for photos at the arch.
Free time and optional in‑depth visits
After your overview of the city, enjoy free time to explore Paris at your own rhythm. You might choose to wander through the historic Marais, enjoy a leisurely lunch in a brasserie, browse boutiques, or stroll along the Seine. If you would like a more in‑depth visit of a specific attraction (for example, the Louvre or a Seine river cruise), this can often be arranged with advance booking and will be factored into the day’s timing.
Before you set off on your own, your driver/guide will confirm a central meeting point and time for the return to Honfleur, and can recommend areas for dining, shopping, or simply soaking up the atmosphere.
Return to Honfleur Cruise Terminal
In the late afternoon, rejoin your driver and relax on the journey back to Honfleur. You will be dropped off at the cruise terminal in time for your ship’s departure, bringing an unforgettable day in the City of Lights to a smooth and comfortable close.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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Informations
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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.
Included
Pick up and drop off at Honfleur Cruise Ship Terminal
Services of English speaking driver or driver/guide
We will come and pick you up at your cruise ship in Honfleur
Return
Tour returns to original departure point
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: ophorus.com/contact-us/
Quick answers
Will my driver-guide handle all logistics for the day?
Yes, your driver-guide will manage logistics to ensure a smooth return to the ship and keep to a worry-free schedule
What are the highlights of the trip?
Highlights include an overview of Paris' monuments, free time to explore, and the option to book a unique Seine River cruise and lunch
Can I share this tour with others?
Yes, you can share your tour on Cruise Critic to find others interested in joining you, but it must be done by you as we are not listed as a professional business
What should I wear for the tour?
It is recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes and clothing suitable for a full day of exploration in Paris
What if I need to cancel the tour?
You can cancel up to 72 hours before the activity for a full refund; however, cancellations within 72 hours or no-shows will not be refunded
How many participants are allowed in this private tour?
The tour is limited to a small group of up to 8 participants for a more intimate experience
What kind of vehicle will be used for transportation?
Transportation will be provided in a premium, air-conditioned vehicle for a comfortable travel experience
Is there an option for a Seine River cruise during the excursion?
Yes, you can add an optional Seine River cruise with lunch to enjoy iconic views of Paris while dining on the water
How customizable is the tour?
The tour is fully customizable, allowing you to focus on the sights and experiences that interest you most in Paris
What is included in the private shore excursion from Honfleur to Paris?
This excursion includes pickup and drop-off at Honfleur Cruise Ship Terminal, the services of an English-speaking driver/guide, transportation in a premium A/C vehicle, and a small group experience limited to 8 persons
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