PRICE : 25.00€ / pers
Description of the cruise
Halloween is coming aboard!
From October 17 to November 1, our boats will be decked out in Halloween decorations.
Enjoy special decorations on board, a free coloring mask for kids, and to extend the experience our optional Halloween Box.
A unique outing to enjoy with your family during the All Saints’ Day break.
Discover Paris from a new perspective by boarding our combined cruise along the Saint-Martin Canal and the Seine, following the iconic route taken by the Olympic Flame and athletes from around the world. Experience the excitement of the Olympic Games by tracing the path of the flame, immersing yourself in the festive and historical atmosphere of the event.
Your adventure begins near the Hôtel du Nord, not far from the Place de la République. During a two-hour guided cruise, let yourself be charmed by the Saint-Martin Canal, with its locks, footbridges, and the mysterious Bastille vault. This canal, a witness to popular Paris and now a trendy spot, takes on a special magic during this Olympic journey.
As you enter the Seine, the majesty of Paris unfolds before you. From the boat, admire Notre-Dame, the Louvre, the Orsay Museum, the National Assembly, and of course, the Eiffel Tower. It's a journey through the heart of the capital, punctuated by stunning views of its iconic monuments, bringing to life the history and grandeur of the Olympic Games.
Our boats, proud participants in the opening parade, offer you a unique opportunity to feel the pulse of the city in celebration. This cruise is more than just a ride; it's a true celebration of Olympic values, where the spirit of sport and the history of Paris come together.
The live commentary from our passionate guides immerses you in the anecdotes and secrets of the places you pass, making every moment captivating. Board at the Quai de Valmy and disembark on the Île de la Cité, at the foot of the oldest bridge in Paris: the Pont Neuf, to continue your exploration of the City of Light.
Book now to secure your place on this unique cruise, combining the charm of Paris and the excitement of the 2024 Olympic Games. Take this opportunity to experience an unforgettable journey, celebrating sport and culture in the heart of the French capital.
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Customer reviews
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Lovely trip from Canal Saint-Martin all the way to the Seine. We really enjoyed Clara's commentary in both French and English. Well done again, keep it up! » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Lovely cruise along the canal, going through the tunnel and then onto the Seine all the way to the Statue of Liberty. » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Much better than just a ride on the Seine River. The canal is full of history. Excellent ! » - Docent
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Great cruise along the canal and the Seine, with a very lively Lekë delivering really enjoyable commentary! » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Cruise offering the best of both worlds, the Seine and Canal Saint-Martin, lasting 2 hours. A really enjoyable outing passing by quite a few landmarks, with a friendly guide. Well worth it, whether you're a Parisian or a tourist. » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« We loved the Canal St Martin and Seine River cruise. We had taken a boat tour on the Seine before, but this was our first time on Canal St Martin. Lea was a wonderful guide, and we were very impressed with all the knowledge she shared on both French and English. We also enjoyed that the boat was decorated for the holidays! Would definitely recommend this tour and we would love to go again! » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« We finally made it on board. The tour of the canals and the Seine were wonderful. Thank you for your flexibility. We had a great time. Thanks. Thought for the day:"Stressed" spelled backwards is "Desserts". » - Valerie Goldston
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« The experience was amazing. Myriam explained the route in both English and French, and was really lovely. Two fantastic hours. The canal experience was unique... » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« A cruise along the Canal Saint-Martin and then the Seine is a unique and wonderful experience, especially since the first part includes passing through the locks and the underground stretch. Once you reach the Seine, you'll pass the Statue of Liberty, the Louvre, the Musée d'Orsay, and the Eiffel Tower, before returning to Pont Neuf. An unforgettable experience. » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Really enjoyed our canal + seine tour. The boat size is much smaller than other boats we saw along the Thames which we preferred. The guide provided commentary for basically the full two hours and it's a great way to see all the sites! There's also a bar and a toilet on board so you can enjoy a glass of wine while you cruise along. Thanks to Benoit and the team! » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« The underground tour was impressive, and along the Seine we got to see all the historic and famous landmarks. » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« This comprehensive tour merits a five-star rating, offering an exceptional and highly informative experience that seamlessly integrates both historical and contemporary perspectives. However, the accompanying commentary could benefit from a more simple presentation. Maybe a English audio for the non French. » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Unexpected and original way to see part of Paris via the Canal Saint-Martin and the Seine... The "tunnel" is long — bring a sweater (it's a damp cave!)... Guide commentary in both French and English... humor and anecdotes are on the menu for these two great hours of cruising! Don't hesitate, just do it!! » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« We loved the cruise along the canal and then the Seine. The young woman's commentary was really interesting. I highly recommend. » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Discovering Paris from the canals and the Seine offers an incredible perspective - it let us rediscover the city's monuments from the water! Such an enjoyable experience. The crew really takes great care of you. Thank you to Jean-Pierre for the ride, Léa for the commentary and anecdotes about Paris, and Mouloud for the service... » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« We took the "Best of Both Worlds" cruise and had a really lovely time. It's such a nice way to cross the whole of Paris. The stormy showers didn't spoil the experience — Pablo's kindness at the bar and the humor of the young woman doing the commentary (sorry, I've forgot her name!) more than made up for it! » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Really cool cruise! » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« I boarded the boat on Saturday with my son - it was really fascinating to discover the Canal Saint-Martin... It's a feast for the eyes and really enriches your knowledge. Would do it again and again... » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Best boat tour in Paris, including the Canal Saint-Martin. Really friendly guide, and Galette des Rois too! » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Big thanks for this wonderful boat trip along the canals and the Seine! Our guide was really lovely and gave us great information about the city! Highly recommend! » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Really scenic and interesting tour of Canal St. Martin and the Seine- the underground segment of the Bastille was particularly atmospheric. However, when the boat got to the Statue of Liberty at Pont de Grenelle, they paid an unusual amount of time and attention to it, moving the boat very close, stopping so people could take pictures, and playing the New York song by Alicia Keys. As a Canadian visiting France right now, I was somewhat offended by this weird tribute. Why they spent more time there than on the Tour Eiffel, or any of the other amazing French landmarks, I do not know. » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« This boat tour was really interesting and such a great way to spend an afternoon! I wasn't sure if I wanted to do a river cruise in Paris, since I often prefer "off the beaten path" activities, but this one was a perfect mix of unique spots and the big must-see landmarks. It was also the perfect excuse to explore the neighborhood around Canal Saint-Martin - such a great area to wander around and hang out in! As a die-hard Amélie Poulain fan, this is where Amélie skips stones in the movie, and it was absolutely magical to see the spot in person. As for the cruise itself, they struck a great balance between sharing information and letting us relax and take in the scenery. It was very hot and sunny the day we went, so it was nice to be able to switch between the front deck for the views and the covered seating area for a bit more shade. The onboard bar was great for cold drinks to stay hydrated, and I was also glad there was a decent restroom on board. I'd definitely recommend this cruise to anyone looking for a really special way to see Paris's waterways! » - kay2822024
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« We loved this cruise because it was a bit different from the other Seine river cruises as it included canal and tunnel cruising too! So cool! The information shared was internal we also loved that there were snacks and beverages available for purchase. Highly recommend! » - Sue_M
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Delightful river tour starting in the canals, which was interesting and a view of Parisbid never seen, then the highlights of the Seine. Guide was terrific as well. Wish we had done this earlier in the week, as a river tour helps orient you to the city » - Connector583489
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Very interesting cruise, brilliantly narrated by a guide who really knew her subject inside out. We loved how slowly the boat moved, which let us take in the beauty of Paris. Highly recommend! » - Pascale_H
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Cruise that gives you the best of both worlds, the Seine and Canal Saint-Martin, over 2 hours. A really enjoyable ride that goes past quite a few landmarks, with a friendly guide. Totally worth it, whether you're a Parisian or a tourist. » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« We had a really lovely time aboard the barge Arletty. A cruise along the water with an attentive, helpful, and professional crew: a wonderful discovery of the Canal Saint-Martin and its locks, finishing on the Seine to see Paris by night. An unforgettable cruise. Thank you to all the staff. » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Cruise with my two children - the best of both worlds, from Canal Saint-Martin to the Seine, with Léa, Pablo, and Bruno. What a welcome! What professionalism! What a lovely time! And with the Halloween theme, the decorations, the box, and the kids' activities, it was fantastic! The kids loved the storytelling and coloring, not to mention the sweets and tattoos. As for me, I really enjoyed the commentary - I discovered and learned so many things. Highly recommend! » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« From Canal Saint-Martin to the Statue of Liberty. Fantastic — a wonderful experience, full of discoveries. A journey through both time and space. Our bilingual French/English guide brought the route to life brilliantly. Thanks for such a great time. Highly recommended. » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Amazing and beautiful trip. The boat was comfortable and the ride was sublime. The guide was great and didn’t speak too much letting us enjoy the magic of the city. » - 255mosheb
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Original cruise with lock passages and a stretch through an underground canal. The end of the route is more classic, along the Seine, between Île de la Cité and the Eiffel Tower. Special mention to the guide, energetic and full of humor, who really knows how to captivate her audience with fun anecdotes about all the sights along the way. » - 437anaellec
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Really fun and original cruise, especially the Canal Saint-Martin part. Our guide was great! » - Destination524011
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« This was a fun experience that was well worth the money. You get to see quite a few of the famous sites and attractions. They drop you off at a convenient location close to lots of fun things to do. » - Doug_B
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« What a lovely cruise down a shady canal on a hot day! It was an incredible glimpse of real time Paris. The tour guide was super knowledgeable and his stories engaging! » - Deirdre_V
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« This was such a great experience. Value for money, boarding was so easy and in such a lovely quiet spot. Would highly recommend. » - I5375QPsharons
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« I have to be honest that I was mostly very un-amused by this specific tour. 1. Boat was packed to the brim, unless you arrived like 45 minutes to an hour BEFORE the tour, there was no chance you would be able to get the seat outside and Inside there were only a few aisle seats available with lacking air conditioning, some windows not properly opening (only top part usually opens for like 20CM and some seats had even those broken). Definetly not how you want to enjoy the tour on the warm day. 2. Commentary was really inadequate, you could barely understand what they were saying mostly due to comms system being pretty bad in general. I would of almost wished for no commentary at all. And it was really almost non-stop due to them doing commentary both on French and English (English part was really hard to understand) 3. it was very hectic once the tour started with people moving back and forth which was a bit disrupting. The whole St. Martin part is also a little bit lacking, the locks were cool but gets old after the first one, the 2KM tunnel in the canal wasn't necessarily the most exciting part either. I guess what I am saying is, just opt for a shorter Senne only tour on one of a thousand other companies on a boat that mostly has outdoor seating (granted the weather is good that day) and you will likely get better experience than what we had. » - Canauxrama client
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐« Arrived at exactly 3:00 PM. The captain snubbed us, which was sad for our 3 kids. All he had to do was wait 2 minutes for us to board. Avoid — absolutely no compassion shown. » - Canauxrama client
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