Paris & the heart of northern France

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Paris & the heart of northern France

Paris & the heart of northern France

On this 8-day premium E-bike and boat tour, you’ll discover Paris and the beautiful river regions just beyond the city: a world of elegant châteaux, quiet forests, historic towns, riverside cafés, and landscapes once painted by the Impressionists.

Traveling by E-bike and boat gives you the best of both worlds: active days in the fresh air, followed by relaxed evenings on board your floating hotel.

The route follows the waterways of Northern France, through a region rich in beauty, art, and history. You’ll visit grand French landmarks such as the Château de Chantilly, the storybook Château de Pierrefonds, and the graceful Château de Champs-sur-Marne. You’ll also spend time in places closely connected to beloved artists, including Auvers-sur-Oise, where Vincent van Gogh spent his final days, and the Île des Impressionnistes, which inspired painters such as Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir.

And then there is Paris. Elegant, iconic, and endlessly fascinating, the French capital is one of the great highlights of this journey. Whether you choose to explore by bike, stroll along the Seine, enjoy dinner in a classic brasserie, or simply soak up the city’s atmosphere, Paris adds a memorable touch of romance and sophistication to the tour.

Throughout the week, the experience is designed to feel effortless. Your ship carries you from place to place, your guide brings the region to life, and each day offers a comfortable balance of activity, culture, scenery, and downtime. It’s France at an easygoing pace — with just the right amount of adventure.

Comfort, culture, and time to enjoy it all

This journey brings together many of the pleasures people dream of when they imagine France: Paris, châteaux, riverside towns, café terraces, art, history, and beautiful countryside. What makes it special is the pace. You are not rushing from one landmark to the next. You travel slowly, comfortably, and with time to take in the places around you.

Throughout the week, the experience is designed to feel effortless. Your ship carries you from place to place, your guide brings the region to life, and each day offers a comfortable balance of activity, culture, scenery, and downtime. The boutique-style ship experience with a maximum of 24 guests adds a personal touch, with a welcoming atmosphere on board, easy interaction with fellow travelers, and the feeling of discovering France at a more intimate pace. It’s France at an easygoing rhythm, with just the right amount of adventure.

The ship – Your floating hotel

In between cycling excursions, you cruise along with the ship, which travels to a new destination every day. You dine, sleep and eat breakfast on board. You’ll receive a packed lunch every day, and you can usually choose between a longer or shorter bike ride. It’s also possible to spend a day on board if you like.

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Good to know
Included in this tour
  • 8 days/7 nights
  • 7 x breakfast
  • Packed lunches
  • 6 x 3-course dinner
  • Coffee and tea on board
  • Welcome drink
  • Use of bed linen and towels
  • Daily cleaning of the cabin
  • Climate-controlled cabin
  • Daily briefings
  • Fully guided cycling tours (from 18 guest: 2 tour leaders, 2 groups)
  • Some short walking tours
  • BBT cycling map (1 per cabin)
  • GPS tracks
  • Use of a helmet
  • Use of a waterproof pannier bag
  • Biodegradable water bottle
  • Fees for ferries
  • Entrance to Château de Chantilly
  • Entrance to Château de Pierrefonds
  • Entrance to The Armistice Carriage
  • Wi-Fi
  • The CO2 emissions from this trip will be offset through Trees for All and plastic recycler Orca.
Excluded from this tour
  • 1x dinner
  • Drinks
  • Rental E-Bike
  • Personal insurances
  • Gratuities (at your discretion)
  • Entrance fees and excursions (not mentioned under included)
  • Transfers to/from the docking place
  • Parking fees
  • SGR Insolvency protection (mandatory consumer contribution SGR insolvency protection guarantee scheme: € 5 per person – will be specified separately on the booking confirmation)
Cabins 2027 Aug 5/ Oct 14 Aug 19/ Sept 30 Sept 2
Twin cabin € 1.919,- € 1.979,- € 2.329,-
Twin cabin for single use € 2.878,50 € 2.968,50 € 3.493,50

Twin cabins with two separate single beds

Twin cabins with two separate single beds (7 m² – 75 sq.ft) include a shower, toilet, basin, ventilation, central heating, air-conditioning, minisafe, and hair dryer. Due to safety, the windows cannot be opened.

Twin cabins with a double bed

The twin cabins with a double beds (6 m² – 65 sq.ft.) include a include a shower, toilet, basin, ventilation, central heating, air-conditioning, minisafe, and hair dryer. The windows are openable.

Twin cabins with a double bed (Also for single use)

The twin cabins with a double beds (6 m² – 65 sq.ft.) include a include a shower, toilet, basin, ventilation, central heating, air-conditioning, minisafe, and hair dryer. The windows are openable.

Additional options & information

2027:

  • Rental E-Bike Premium: € 287 per tour
  • Parking own bicycle/E-Bike: it is not possible to bring your own bicycle/E-Bike on this ship, due to a lack of space on deck.

Transfer between Paris and:

  • Lagny-sur-Marne: From Paris Gare de l’Est, the train journey takes approximately 30 minutes.
  • Soissons: From Paris Gare du Nord, the train journey takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • You can find more information about train schedules and ticket prices on: sncf-connect

Ship for this tour:

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Claire d´Etoile

24 guests max

24 beds

Private charter on request

Summary

  • 8 days
  • From €1,919
  • Claire d´Etoile
  • Paris – Soissons
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