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Paris Evening City of Lights Small Group Bike Tour & Boat Cruise

Join us on an unforgettable evening away from the crowds, exploring the city of lights & it's illuminated monuments as we share with you a …More

Paris, France

4.9 (190)

Paris Evening City of Lights Small Group Bike Tour & Boat Cruise

Join us on an unforgettable evening away from the crowds, exploring the city of lights & it's illuminated monuments as we share with you a...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (190)

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$67

Sunset boat cruise with Aperitif at the Sanguinary Islands

Meal tray (aperitif) and wine on the boat The magic of a unique experience Every evening the show is a new wonder. Moreover, the sublime …More

4.9 (168)

Sunset boat cruise with Aperitif at the Sanguinary Islands

Meal tray (aperitif) and wine on the boat The magic of a unique experience Every evening the show is a new wonder. Moreover, the sublime...

3 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (168)

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$74

Cruise to Bonifacio and Snorkeling to the Lavezzi Islands

Embark on our 4+ hour boat tour from Sant'Amanza and explore the Lavezzi Islands on a memorable sea adventure. Explore the secret treasures of this …More

4.9 (55)

Cruise to Bonifacio and Snorkeling to the Lavezzi Islands

Embark on our 4+ hour boat tour from Sant'Amanza and explore the Lavezzi Islands on a memorable sea adventure. Explore the secret treasures of this...

5 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (55)

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$124

Discover the beauty of the French Riviera on a 2.5-hour boat excursion aboard our Black Tenders, accompanied by our passionate and experienced local captains. Admire …More

Cannes, France

4.8 (91)

Sea excursion - Estérel Massif by boat

Discover the beauty of the French Riviera on a 2.5-hour boat excursion aboard our Black Tenders, accompanied by our passionate and experienced local captains. Admire...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (91)

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$85

Calanques de l'Estérel - Departure from AGAY

Discover the Esterel massif by boat. Speed, sensations, comfort and security guaranteed to miss nothing of the preserved sites of the massif: calanques, caves, wild …More

Fréjus Saint-Raphaël, France

4.8 (37)

Calanques de l'Estérel - Departure from AGAY

Discover the Esterel massif by boat. Speed, sensations, comfort and security guaranteed to miss nothing of the preserved sites of the massif: calanques, caves, wild...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (37)

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$77

Departing from Saint-Jean-de-Luz, you will embark on our boat for a 3h30 Spanish Excursion. You will discover the French and Spanish Basque coastline, in small …More

Biarritz, France

4.8 (12)

Boat trip to the Spanish coves

Departing from Saint-Jean-de-Luz, you will embark on our boat for a 3h30 Spanish Excursion. You will discover the French and Spanish Basque coastline, in small...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.8 (12)

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$113

Private Boat Tour Nice, Villefranche, St Jean Cap Ferrat

The boat tour will take you on an unforgettable journey along the Mediterranean coast up to the unique place of 3 in 1: Nice, Villefranche …More

Nice, France

5.0 (43)

Private Boat Tour Nice, Villefranche, St Jean Cap Ferrat

The boat tour will take you on an unforgettable journey along the Mediterranean coast up to the unique place of 3 in 1: Nice, Villefranche...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (43)

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$976

Paris 3-Courses Gourmet Dinner Seine River Cruise with Champagne

Indulge in double luxury: stunning Parisian sights paired with exquisite French cuisine and champagne. Seated comfortably by panoramic windows, glide along the romantic Seine, passing …More

Paris, France

4.0 (1,356)

Paris 3-Courses Gourmet Dinner Seine River Cruise with Champagne

Indulge in double luxury: stunning Parisian sights paired with exquisite French cuisine and champagne. Seated comfortably by panoramic windows, glide along the romantic Seine, passing...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation

4.0 (1,356)

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$112

Paris: Cruise on The Canal Saint Martin and The Seine River

Discover two faces of Paris in a single relaxing cruise. Board near the iconic Hôtel du Nord by Place de la République and follow the …More

Paris, France

4.3 (250)

Paris: Cruise on The Canal Saint Martin and The Seine River

Discover two faces of Paris in a single relaxing cruise. Board near the iconic Hôtel du Nord by Place de la République and follow the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.3 (250)

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$40

Day at Scandola and Calanques de Piana in a small group

Choose to go for a trip with our small Corsican family company and embark for a magnificent day aboard a comfortable, elegant and powerful semi-rigid …More

5.0 (21)

Day at Scandola and Calanques de Piana in a small group

Choose to go for a trip with our small Corsican family company and embark for a magnificent day aboard a comfortable, elegant and powerful semi-rigid...

5 hours 45 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (21)

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$112

Sunset Bliss: Boat Excursion with Aperitif on French Riviera

Step aboard and indulge in a traditional Niçoise aperitif while witnessing the breathtaking display of vibrant hues igniting the sky. Then, immerse yourself in the …More

Nice, France

4.9 (86)

Sunset Bliss: Boat Excursion with Aperitif on French Riviera

Step aboard and indulge in a traditional Niçoise aperitif while witnessing the breathtaking display of vibrant hues igniting the sky. Then, immerse yourself in the...

2 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (86)

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$63

Getaway to the Calanques of Piana de Cargèse in a small group

Set off for a getaway through the red granite rocks on a small, semi-rigid boat that glides around and allows you to discover the narrowest …More

5.0 (15)

Getaway to the Calanques of Piana de Cargèse in a small group

Set off for a getaway through the red granite rocks on a small, semi-rigid boat that glides around and allows you to discover the narrowest...

2 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (15)

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$57

Paris Seine River Sightseeing Cruise with Commentary by Bateaux Parisiens

You will book your cruise on a specific date, but there is no need to book a particular time slot, you can choose what time …More

Paris, France

4.1 (1,688)

Paris Seine River Sightseeing Cruise with Commentary by Bateaux Parisiens

You will book your cruise on a specific date, but there is no need to book a particular time slot, you can choose what time...

60 to 80 minutes Free Cancellation

4.1 (1,688)

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$20

Eiffel Tower Dinner Experience and Sightseeing Seine River Cruise

Step out and experience the City of Lights at night. When darkness falls, Paris puts on a show with its river and monuments lit up …More

Paris, France

3.5 (622)

Eiffel Tower Dinner Experience and Sightseeing Seine River Cruise

Step out and experience the City of Lights at night. When darkness falls, Paris puts on a show with its river and monuments lit up...

4 hours

3.5 (622)

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$410

Early evening Dinner Cruise with drinks by Bateaux Parisiens

Discover Paris and enjoy a magical dinner cruise. Board into an all-glass boat on the river Seine and see the most famous monuments of Paris, …More

Paris, France

4.4 (92)

Early evening Dinner Cruise with drinks by Bateaux Parisiens

Discover Paris and enjoy a magical dinner cruise. Board into an all-glass boat on the river Seine and see the most famous monuments of Paris,...

1 hour 15 minutes Free Cancellation

4.4 (92)

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$130

Retro Side-Car Tour in Paris and River Cruise

Kick off your Parisian adventure with a seamless hotel pick-up and a classic vintage sidecar ride! Your friendly guide will whisk you through the City …More

Paris, France

5.0 (34)

Retro Side-Car Tour in Paris and River Cruise

Kick off your Parisian adventure with a seamless hotel pick-up and a classic vintage sidecar ride! Your friendly guide will whisk you through the City...

3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation

5.0 (34)

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$179

Porto Vecchio Sea Cruise Bonifacio Lavezzi Islands

Let yourself be amazed by landscapes of wild beauty, between wind-carved cliffs, secret coves and crystal clear waters with emerald and turquoise reflections. Passionate and …More

4.8 (81)

Porto Vecchio Sea Cruise Bonifacio Lavezzi Islands

Let yourself be amazed by landscapes of wild beauty, between wind-carved cliffs, secret coves and crystal clear waters with emerald and turquoise reflections. Passionate and...

9 hours Free Cancellation

4.8 (81)

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$108

excursion Scandola- Girolata - Calanques de piana- Capo rosso

The Scandola Nature Reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accessible only by sea, it offers an exceptional landscape that we never tire of. Each …More

4.9 (78)

excursion Scandola- Girolata - Calanques de piana- Capo rosso

The Scandola Nature Reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Accessible only by sea, it offers an exceptional landscape that we never tire of. Each...

8 hours Free Cancellation

4.9 (78)

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$161

Cannes Excursion to the Lerin Islands by private boat

Experience the magic of Cannes in the Lérins Islands! Hire our boat with skipper and go to the islands of Lérins, a real jewel of …More

Cannes, France

5.0 (68)

Cannes Excursion to the Lerin Islands by private boat

Experience the magic of Cannes in the Lérins Islands! Hire our boat with skipper and go to the islands of Lérins, a real jewel of...

4 hours Free Cancellation

5.0 (68)

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$445

Exclusive Sunset Tour - Outstanding pro Solar Boat fleet

This custom tour is private even for a couple. Discover the coastline from the sea. The Solar Powered Boat is silent, odourless and elegant - …More

Beaulieu-sur-Mer, France

5.0 (46)

Exclusive Sunset Tour - Outstanding pro Solar Boat fleet

This custom tour is private even for a couple. Discover the coastline from the sea. The Solar Powered Boat is silent, odourless and elegant -...

80 to 120 minutes Free Cancellation

5.0 (46)

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$55

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