When I stayed at Shangri-La Paris, we spent the first afternoon on a fabulous private cruise along the Seine in a vintage Venetian water taxi, operated by Seine Avenue.
We embarked just a short stroll away from the hotel, close to the Eiffel Tower and got settled in the seats at the back of the boat. Setting off in style, we were served a glass of Moët & Chandon Champagne and had access to a minibar of soft drinks with snacks and chocolates to graze on.
The navy leather and mahogany wood boat was so cosy inside with a mini library, however in the warmer months, the deck is the best place to enjoy the sights and weather.
The sun was shining and the clear blue sky meant we had a picture perfect view of the Seine and the city’s most spectacular monuments. It felt so glamorous to have the river all to ourselves and feel the breeze running through my hair.
We cruised past the Louvre, Musée d’Orsay and Notre-Dame de Paris and had fantastic views of the Pont Alexandre III, Pont Neuf and Pont des Arts.
The Seine Avenue Venetian water taxi tour is the most elegant, thrilling way to see the city’s best sights from the Seine. Afterwards, we headed to the Bois de Boulogne for another boating adventure, crossing the lake for a delicious lunch at the idyllic Le Chalet des Îles.
For more information and booking, visit: www.seineavenue.com
All photos by Chérie City
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