Paris • La Defense • Montmartre Christmas Markets • Paris
Escape to Paris this festive season with a magical short break that combines effortless travel, iconic sightseeing, and enchanting Christmas experiences. From sparkling holiday lights and charming Christmas markets to elegant dining, festive entertainment, and scenic cruises along the Seine, this unforgettable getaway captures the very best of Paris at its most magical time of year
Day 1: Rail
London to Paris
07:01 – London St Pancras International
(2 hours 28 mi minutes)
10:29 – Paris Gare du Nord
Eurostar Standard
2 pieces of luggage + 1 small daypack/handbag
Buy drinks, meals, and snacks on board
Free onboard wi-fi
UK & EU plug sockets
Private Transfer Train Station to Port on
Paris, France
Board your ship at 6 p.m. in the heart of the city. After settling into your cabin, enjoy a welcome cocktail reception followed by a quintessential evening of traditional French Titi Parisian entertainment.
Day 2: Paris – La Defense
Set off on a panoramic guided tour of France’s capital to see iconic monuments like the Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower. Highlighted by the spectacular, animated Christmas window displays at major department stores like Galeries Lafayette, the afternoon is yours to wander the festive boulevards. Tonight features a formal gala dinner as the ship momentarily cruises towards the futuristic business district of La Dfense before returning to dock.
Day 3: Paris – Montmartre Christmas Markets
Enjoy a morning guided tour of old-time Montmartre and its charming Christmas market on Place des Abbesses. Take in views from the Sacr-Cur Basilica, sample gingerbread, and explore the quaint cobblestone streets. Spend your final afternoon at leisure before returning to the ship for an unforgettable night-time cruise, watching the city’s famous monuments bathed in superb holiday lights.
Day 4: Paris, France
Enjoy one last buffet breakfast on board before disembarking the ship at 9 a.m., taking the magical holiday spirit of the City of Light home with you.
Rail
Total price inclusive of all charges:
• B80646 St Pancras International from £789pp
Based on solo occupancy
Total price inclusive of all charges:
• B80678 St Pancras International from £1,099
Deposit: £435
No fees payable locally
Deposit: £375pp
Return Eurostar rail from St Pancras International
• 4 nights full-board cruise on-board MS Botticelli
• Full-board meals
• Alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages with lunch & dinner
• Wi-Fi
• On-board activities
• Guided Panoramic Tour of Paris & the Famous Department Stores
• Guided Tour of Old Montmartre & its Christmas Markets
• All private overseas transfers
Based on 2 adults sharing