Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise
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Paris Capitaine Fracasse 3 Course Seine River Dinner Cruise
By Compagnie de la Seine
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A cruise along the Seine River offers views of Paris landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Ile de la Cité that you can’t get on land. This tour lets you experience the City of Lights at its most magical during an evening cruise so you can admire the illuminated landmarks as you dine on a delicious 3-course dinner and sip Champagne (if option selected).
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₹5,439.23
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Ages 0-99, max of 100 per group
Duration: 2h
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Highlights
- See the glittering lights of Paris on an evening dinner cruise
- 360-degree views from the boat’s open-air top deck
- Flexible tour: choice of departure times available
- 3-course dinner
What's not included- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- No wheelchair access, we apologise for any inconvenience
- Arrive at least 20 minutes before your scheduled cruise departure to board your 250-passenger ship, and set sail. From the open-air top deck, enjoy a 360-degree view of the Paris’ waterfront illuminations and spot iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and the Ile de la Cité. Adjourn to the dining hall and continue admiring the scenery through the panoramic windows as your 3-course dinner (see Itinerary for sample menu) is served. Look out for more sights such as the Musée d'Orsay, Pont Alexandre III, the French National Library (Bibliotheque Nationale de France), and the National Assembly Hall, as you dine on French cuisine. As you glide around Ile St Louis and Ile de la Cité, learn more about Paris’ famous attractions from the information booklet provided. The tour ends at the departure point.
- Start:
- Le Capitaine Fracasse, L'île aux Cygnes, Escale, de, Pont de Bir-Hakeim, 75015 Paris, FranceBoarding : Walk to the middle of the bir-hakeim bridge. Once in the middle, go down the stairs to access "L'île aux cygnes". The pier will be on your left, 50 meters after the stairs. If you cannot see the boat, please wait at the gates. GPS coordinates 48.855233,2.287314
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6557FRACASSE- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Minimum age to drink alcohol is 18
- Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- Where is the tour pick up point?
- Ile aux Cygnes, Middle of the Bridge of Bir-Hakeim, Paris 15e GPS coordinates 48.855233,2.287314 In the middle of the bridge Bir-Hakeim by stairs (1mn walk)Answered Jul 2019
The tour operator has provided the following answers to customers’ questions.- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6557FRACASSE
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- mari0lip0 contributionsGoodThe boat was very beautiful and clean! The atmosphere was really good. The food had a good presentation but was flavour less. They can do much better! The food looked like it came prepared in the supermarket.Written 7 September 2024
- JulieT35840 contributionsA WONDERFUL, HIGH VALUE, EXPERIENCE!A WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE! Boarding the boat, we were escorted to our table and under way in short order. It was immediately apparent that the staff was courteous and skilled at guiding their guests thru the evening. Dinner was excellent and the fish was cooked to perfection. The servers worked very hard and were able to deliver hot food to all the guests in a matter of minutes. This is not a normal restaurant because everyone eats at the same time. These folks make magic happen. Amazing! And the views of Paris from the boat are nothing short of spectacular. I'd like to especially thank Chef Thomas and Chef Farhan for a great meal and an unforgettable evening on the Seine. This was our first visit to France and first night in Paris. I was able to spend a little time visiting with Chef Thomas and left feeling I'd made a new friend. Best wishes for continued success, Brian, Seattle WA USAWritten 6 September 2024
- 375candicez0 contributionsEvening rideThe boat experience was beautiful in the evening! All the monuments were lit up and they turned down the lights so you could see each. Reminder to bring a sweater/jacket if going in the evening, it gets chilly. The food was average, but loved the chocolate cake!Written 25 August 2024
- Keylani B0 contributionsGreat idea for a nice dinner out on the riverThe experience was a nice thing to do for our anniversary dinner. The food was good for me but my husband got the fish and it was very bland. This is not a guided tour, so we just cruised down the seine river and ate along the way. There was a birthday celebration, photographers and bilingual wait staff that made the night very customer friendly. Only water is included but the drinks are reasonably priced. The salmon mousse with the bread was my favorite thing! There were folks along the river bank who waved to us which was so fun!Written 23 August 2024
- JhossLe0 contributionsI do not recommendVery overrated, the food is cold and tasteless. The waiters are in a hurry and rush you all the time. They don't even give you an extra loaf of bread and a mini bottle for two people is an abuse.Written 22 August 2024
- 730sidneyf0 contributionsScammedThey shut down because of the Olympics, but took my money anyway. I should be refunded. There were no cruises on the night of July 17thWritten 17 July 2024
- O4520ZJkatyb0 contributionsFantastic lit up city viewsFantastic trip! We took the 9:45 with the city lit up at night. The Eiffel Tower sparkled! Speak a little French and it makes them happy even though the staff knows English. Bonjour! Ca va? Tres bien!!Written 12 July 2024
- Connector554411410670 contributionsFood with a view.Such a well organized trip. The food was great and the view spectacular. They served really fast in a nice way without interrupting the experience.Written 7 July 2024
- SatyamS2050 contributionsGood View. Food WorstOnly the view was good. Food was worst. While booking it says window table, we were denied one. No music on board. We were asked for drinks without informing that they are paid. In the end we were handed over a bill. The cruise is only good for the view the purpose which can be done by a regular cruise. Extra money in the name of dinner cruise is totally waste.Written 1 July 2024
- Seaside368947562060 contributionsDinner on the waterThe views were amazing, and so was the food and drink. An unusual view of Paris and its bridges. The waiting staff were very helpful. The sun went down while I was on the boat.Written 28 June 2024
- Kwai H0 contributionsAwful, unprofessional, condescending!! Awful, unprofessional, condescending!!!The food was awful, we expected it be below average as it’s a tourist dinner cruise, however this was beyond awful. The staff was very condescending as he didn’t show any passion towards his work or any gratitude towards his paying customers. When asked about the dietary ingredients his reply was “everything is premixed”. They started clearing the tables before we even finished (not that there were much food to finish) as they were eager to offload us in readiness for the next boarding which was immediately after us. We made the mistake of booking with this company as other operators appear to be so much more professional! Furthermore, there was no pre-sail emergency safety announcements. The whole attitudes was we are just a bunch of nuisance and it’s just a job they are fulfilling because they have to!!! NEVER AGAIN WITH THESE OPERATORS!!!Written 27 June 2024
- Patricia C0 contributionsTerrible experienceI was badly informed and guided where this boat departs from and despite being there early we could not find it. I then requested a refund our a voucher to go another date and receive a very poor service. Despite not attending I have been bombarded to leave a review of a restaurant that they should be aware by now that I did not attend.Written 24 June 2024
- N8177JAlucyw0 contributionsRubbishViews were good but the food was tiny and awful. Also they told me there was no veggie option so i had to eat fish. The “cocktail” also had little to no alcohol in it so we paid 12 euros for juice basically. DisgustingWritten 23 June 2024
- Ebor0 contributionsParis evening dinner cruise.Punctual, professional, friendly staff, good boat and seating arrangements. Execution of food could have been a little better. Overall very good, met our expectations and nothing seriously negative.Written 18 June 2024
- X3895ZZsamantham0 contributionsNice experienceOur river cruise was booked for 2145, boarding didn’t take place until a few mins past 2145. Although they were late to board, it was a quick departure. Beautiful setting inside. Tables very close to each other and behind you, so be mindful of this when booking. To view the menu there is a QR code. The Wi-Fi on the boat was awful, so we were unable to view the menu. Had to ask the couple next to us to see the menu from their phone. They had run out of most of the red wines, so unable to have red wine as the only one left was one I cannot drink, unfortunately. No biggie though, we ordered beer instead. Food was delicious and presented well. Staff were friendly and were nonstop working. The cruise ended up being 2 hours, which was good value for money. The downfall though, you couldn’t see the landmarks very well because walls all along to river. No commentary of where we were passing either. Music was a mix of French and classic known artists, like ABBA. Very loud though. All in all, good value for money and would recommend.Written 17 June 2024
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minniedaisy
Memphis, TN59 contributions
I do not recommend this dinner cruise, it’s not worth the price. The food was subpar. We paid approximately $91 each for the admiral’s package so water and other drinks would be included because it was cheaper than buying the drinks individually if we got the cheaper dinner choice. We still had to pay an additional 15€ up charge each if we ordered the beef entree on top of this. The beef was a poor quality and seemed to get bigger as you chewed. The desserts were the best part and were very good. The route taken was not as advertised. We did not go past the Louvre or other landmarks. We did have a nice view of the Statue of Liberty and the Eiffel Tower. One reason I picked this boat was the open air roof deck and it was closed because it was raining, which it seems to do every day all day in the spring. I recommend a regular river cruise without dinner and eat somewhere else.
Written 9 March 2024
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C Brougham
2 contributions
Nov 2022 • Family
I booked the wrong date so I telephoned the operator in Paris and explained the situation.
Despite the cancellation being less than the 24 hour requirement they agreed to cancel and refund the cost.
The refund has not been made.
I have tried to contact Trip Advisor but this has proved impossible.
Despite the cancellation being less than the 24 hour requirement they agreed to cancel and refund the cost.
The refund has not been made.
I have tried to contact Trip Advisor but this has proved impossible.
Written 16 December 2022
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Fosterlager
Hastings on Hudson, NY17 contributions
Oct 2021
We had a res for a dinner cruise on 10/2/21. We both became ill and cancelled in due time for the boat to gain other passengers and/or not have catering food waste. It was Nuit Blanche in Paris and they would surely not have suffered a loss. Given the pandemic we thought it wise not to attend and they should have been pleased for sick persons to not be onboard.
We wrote several times re a possible cancellation with refund, assuming of course, that there may not be one.
They did not even have the courtesy to respond to one email. Not even in a negative sense.
Courtesy would dictate that at the very least, a response of some sort would have been forthcoming.
We've had better client service everywhere else we've ever been for whatever reasons.
These people are flat out rude.
We wrote several times re a possible cancellation with refund, assuming of course, that there may not be one.
They did not even have the courtesy to respond to one email. Not even in a negative sense.
Courtesy would dictate that at the very least, a response of some sort would have been forthcoming.
We've had better client service everywhere else we've ever been for whatever reasons.
These people are flat out rude.
Written 18 October 2021
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Lynda G
Melbourne, Australia13 contributions
Cruise was fabulous. Sights amazing.
Disappointed that a glass of wine was not included in the very expensive price for dinner. Water was not provided or offered and was also an extra cost. The mains are not a choice of 3 - only 2 and extra cost for the third… took the shine off what could have been a very special night unfortunately.
Disappointed that a glass of wine was not included in the very expensive price for dinner. Water was not provided or offered and was also an extra cost. The mains are not a choice of 3 - only 2 and extra cost for the third… took the shine off what could have been a very special night unfortunately.
Written 5 April 2023
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Julio P
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Dec 2022 • Couples
I enjoyed the experience, the views were wonderful. The food was ok, there was an upcharge for the beef and it wasn’t that good, I should have chosen the salmon instead. Other than that, everything was great. My wife enjoyed the cruise, the dinner, and the views of the Eiffel Tower and all the other historic places. You need a good camera that can take pictures at night. The photographer take pictures of you for an additional cost, 20€ for one and 60€ for 5 printed pictures. The staff was very attentive and friendly. We took great pictures at the top level and went back down to the dining area because it was cold up there. Overall, it was a great experience and I would do it again.
Written 12 December 2022
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roseh306
Annandale2 contributions
I'm very disappointed with this experience. My daughter (15) and i visited Paris for the first time. One of "our things" to do is to have dinner cruise while in Paris.
As the cruise started, we immediately noticed the company was understaffed. It took awhile to serve the appetizers and drinks. The appetizers were bland.
The menu showed beef fillet as one of the main course options but we were told they were out of it ... serving veal instead. My daughter and i selected salmon. It took an hour to get our food. By this time it's about 10pm. I ordered a bottled water that never came.
I would highly recommend for others to use a different company. The only good thing in this experience was the view.
As the cruise started, we immediately noticed the company was understaffed. It took awhile to serve the appetizers and drinks. The appetizers were bland.
The menu showed beef fillet as one of the main course options but we were told they were out of it ... serving veal instead. My daughter and i selected salmon. It took an hour to get our food. By this time it's about 10pm. I ordered a bottled water that never came.
I would highly recommend for others to use a different company. The only good thing in this experience was the view.
Written 2 January 2020
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Todd D
Oldsmar, United States3 contributions
Great food, great service, great ship. This was a fantastic diner cruise. The staff are the best. This departs from a man-made island in the Seine near the Eiffel Tower. This is one of the longer cruises and happens late enough that you get to experience the City of Lights at its best.
Written 19 August 2024
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sassyandmike
Auckland, New Zealand152 contributions
This was a disappointing and underwhelming evening. Rushed to be at the pier 15 minutes prior to departure only to have to wait for at least 30 minutes before boarding. Boat was sort of nice at first glance, but smelled like a hospital at dinner time. The food was presented very well, but tasted bland and not at all the quality we were expecting. All this could have been forgiven if not for our waiter, who was rude, careless and the opposite of hospitable. He literally dumped the cutlery on our table in between courses, giving my husband two spoons and a knife but no fork, then was rude when we asked for a fork. Drinks took forever to arrive and no offer of a second drink was made. Absolutely terrible service and customers were made to feel like an inconvenience. What could be a really special event was made tacky by loud music, photographers who made us pose as if we were getting married (then offer the photos for sale), and a general lack of care and attention to the details that matter. Visitors to Paris choose this activity as a special and memorable way to see the city at night...our evening was memorable for all the wrong reasons.
Written 22 April 2024
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Juan L
1 contribution
Nov 2023 • Couples
One of the most magical experiences ever! The food was outstanding, the music was a vibe! Would definitely recommend for tourist who are looking for a fancy dinner on the water with the perfect Eiffel Tower view and the Statue of Liberty
Written 9 November 2023
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Margarita
Silver Spring, MD8 contributions
Jul 2024 • Couples
The views from the cruise are spectacular and are what make this experience worth it. The food was good, I would even say better than expected for a river cruise. The drink are way over priced and I don't understand why water is not offered for free....what does it really cost to offer free still water? I did not care for the pushy over priced photographer. However, overall I would recommend it and I would do it again.
Written 27 July 2024
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We will have 2 adults and 2 teens. How do I request the wine option for the adults and exclude alcohol for 2 teens. Or is it possible to just order alcohol separately once on the dinner cruise?
Written 9 March 2022
If it is cancelled due to weather will a refund be issued?
Written 9 August 2019
Dinner is inside. It rained a bit yet it didn’t last very long. They won’t provide a refund.
Written 10 August 2019
Consider this as a romantic date night; dress accordingly.
Written 10 August 2019
Sorry, but I do not know the answer. We were seated in the middle section and to be honest, we could've been in any restaurant on land at night. I do have a suggestion to perhaps take a day luncheon cruise...you'll be able to look out and see much much more of the city. Maybe contact the cruise directly to upgrade your seats. Hope this helps. Enjoy!
Written 5 May 2019
Eu gostaria de saber como fazer para reservar a mesa perto da janela, pois não achei essa opção na hora de finalizar a compra.
Written 18 April 2019
The choices were salmon and chicken. I really enjoyed the salmon. You go for the cruise not the food.
Written 13 April 2019
Do not book this cruise. The food is terrible and served cold. You are allowed one glass of champagne and cannot order extra for an additional cost. And the way the boat is designed you cannot see any of the bridges. They leave a pamphlet at your seat of pictures of the bridges but you cannot see any of it from any angle of the inside while you are dining.
Your best bet is to do a regular cruise on a boat with an open deck on top at sunset and then go have dinner nearby after. Le Procope is an amazing place to dine and isnt too far.
Written 13 April 2019
Reserve through Viator. Safe and simple.
Written 21 March 2019
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