Parisian River Cruise & Christmas Markets

PARISIAN RIVER CRUISE & CHRISTMAS MARKETS

 

6 – 9 December 2026

Sunday – Wednesday

4 Days

From £899

 

Join us as we set sail on the Seine! Paris is the perfect mini cruise destination. From the banks of the Seine, the capital’s iconic landmarks are even more captivating with an endless list of sights to explore. The ‘City of Light’ never fails to shine, and at this time of years it’s especially special.

Named after the Italian painter Sandro Botticelli, one of the great masters of the Renaissance, your holiday is set onboard the elegant ship the MS Botticelli. With wonderful scenery as you sail along the Seine you will experience a trip that will live long in the memory.

With sparkling lights, Christmas trees full of bright decorations, and even occasional visits from Saint Nicholas - or Père Noël, as Parisian children call him – the Parisian festive street markets are filled with Swiss-style wooden chalets bringing French traditional to the capital.

 

HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHTS

Paris Guided Coach Tour   |   Relaxing River Siene Cruise   |   Montmartre   |   Paris

 

DAY ONE – Arrival

We depart from your home and travel to Dover for our crossing to Calais, we will then travel to Paris and board our ship. There will be a Captain’s Welcome cocktail reception this evening followed by dinner and on-board entertainment.

 

DAY TWO – Paris

We discover the city’s famous sights today with a guided tour of Paris by coach followed by the afternoon at leisure to explore. From iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Notre-Dame Cathedral and Arc de Triomphe to countless museums, historic sites and designer boutiques, Paris is a joy to explore. Back on board, we enjoy a gala evening.

 

DAY THREE – Montmartre, Paris and Paris by Night Cruise

A guided visit of old Montmartre, with its striking all-white Sacré-Coeur Basilica, is followed by free time in Paris – we are docked a few minutes’ walk from the Eiffel Tower and Trocadéro Gardens. Our last evening includes Paris by night cruise (depending on river levels).

 

DAY FOUR – Departure

After breakfast this morning we disembark our ship and make our way back to Calais and our crossing, and on arrival in Dover continue our journey home.

 

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

Ferry crossings

3 nights accommodation on board the MS Botticelli

3 nights dinner, lunch & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Captain’s welcome cocktail reception

Evening on-board entertainment

Gala Evening Dinner

Panoramic guided tour of Paris by coach

Guided tour of the old Montmartre

Paris by night cruise (subject to water levels).

 

MS BOTTICELI

The MS Botticelli was completely renovated in 2016, the ship measures 110m long and 11,40m wide and can accommodate 149 passengers in 75 cabins on 2 decks. The size of a cabin is between 10m2 to 11,50m2, offering amenities and providing guests with all the comforts they need during their stay. The shades of taupe and beige, enhanced with emerald, green, as well as the golden touches of the cabins and the precious fabrics of Venice, provide an elegant and cosy atmosphere. Located on the upper deck, the restaurant, where all meals are served during the cruise, offers a delicate cuisine in a refined setting, where large windows allow guests to fully enjoy the panorama. Also situated on the upper deck is the lounge / bar with a dance floor. Comfortable sun loungers are provided on the sun deck with a large, shaded area, the ideal place to relax and admire the surrounding landscapes.

 

PLEASE NOTE:  As the UK is no longer in the European Union, there are changes being brought in by Europe it is ESSENTIAL that you read SECTION 14 of our BCH ABTOT Trading Charter (& Booking Conditions) this will inform you of all the up-to-date documents required for travelling into Europe. Passport & Visa Requirements:  

https://www.gov.uk/browse/abroad/passports

ETIAS Vis system:   www.etiasvisa.com

Health:  https://www.nhs.uk

 

JONES HOLIDAYS cannot accept any liability for the consequences of your failure to have the relevant documents when travelling into Europe, so please ensure that you read all the necessary information and apply for any documents required.

YOUR HOLIDAY INCLUDES

Luxury coach travel

Home pick-up

Ferry crossings

3 nights accommodation on board the MS Botticelli

3 nights dinner, lunch & breakfast

Porterage on arrival and departure

Captain’s welcome cocktail reception

Evening on-board entertainment

Gala Evening Dinner

Panoramic guided tour of Paris by coach

Guided tour of the old Montmartre

Paris by night cruise (subject to water levels).

 

MS BOTTICELI

The MS Botticelli was completely renovated in 2016, the ship measures 110m long and 11,40m wide and can accommodate 149 passengers in 75 cabins on 2 decks. The size of a cabin is between 10m2 to 11,50m2, offering amenities and providing guests with all the comforts they need during their stay. The shades of taupe and beige, enhanced with emerald, green, as well as the golden touches of the cabins and the precious fabrics of Venice, provide an elegant and cosy atmosphere. Located on the upper deck, the restaurant, where all meals are served during the cruise, offers a delicate cuisine in a refined setting, where large windows allow guests to fully enjoy the panorama. Also situated on the upper deck is the lounge / bar with a dance floor. Comfortable sun loungers are provided on the sun deck with a large, shaded area, the ideal place to relax and admire the surrounding landscapes.

 

PLEASE NOTE:  As the UK is no longer in the European Union, there are changes being brought in by Europe it is ESSENTIAL that you read SECTION 14 of our BCH ABTOT Trading Charter (& Booking Conditions) this will inform you of all the up-to-date documents required for travelling into Europe. Passport & Visa Requirements:   https://www.gov.uk/browse/abroad/passports

ETIAS Vis system:   www.etiasvisa.com

Health:  https://www.nhs.uk

 

JONES HOLIDAYS cannot accept any liability for the consequences of your failure to have the relevant documents when travelling into Europe, so please ensure that you read all the necessary information and apply for any documents required.

 

HOTEL FACILITIES INCLUDE

General	Rooms	Accessibility
Bar	Television
Restaurant	Hairdryer
Lounge	Wi-Fi

 

 

DAYS	TOUR DATE	DEPARTS	TERMS	SUPPLEMENT
4	6 – 9 DEC 2026	SUNDAY	£899	£200 SINGLE
JONES HOLIDAYS INSURANCE			£88

Rooms are allocated on a first come first served basis and are limited. If no single supplement applies this is limited to the tour single room allocation and therefore additional cost may apply.  Prices displayed are per person unless otherwise stated. If door-to-door pick-up is included there may be additional charges for out of area. Itineraries and hotel inclusions may be subject to change. Seat numbers on the coach may be subject to change. Issues whilst on tour must be raised in the first instance with the driver. Covid-19 restrictions may apply. When making bookings you accept on behalf of yourself and your party the terms in our Trading Charter which can be found in our brochure, on our website at http://www.jonesholidays.co.uk/Jones-holidays-trading-charter, or a copy can be requested from our Sales office.  If your holiday is more than 56 days from departure, we offer a 7-day cooling off period where a full refund will be offered from the date of the initial confirmation invoice (with the exception of flight holidays).

MS Botticelli