Things to doCalife Lunch Cruise

Calife Lunch Cruise

Savor gourmet dishes on the Calife as you cruise the Seine for two hours, taking in the iconic sights of Paris.
55
Per person

Good to know

2 h
Free cancellation available
Mobile Voucher
No Parking available
Instant Confirmation

Overview

Experience Paris like never before on the Calife Lunch Cruise, a two-hour gourmet journey along the Seine. Boarding at 12:15 PM, guests are welcomed aboard under the iconic Pont des Arts, facing the Louvre. As the gangway is removed at 12:45 PM, you’ll set sail, enjoying panoramic views of the City of Light.

Indulge in exquisite dishes while soaking in the breathtaking sights of Paris, from the majestic Eiffel Tower to the historic Louvre. With the Seine as your backdrop, every moment is a visual feast, revealing the beauty of Parisian heritage. This delightful daytime cruise ensures that you experience the splendor of Paris, both day and night.

You may choose between three different menus; Menu Paris, Menu Calife, Menu Royal Calife.

Menu Paris – from 55 €

Starters

  • The Famous Calife’s foie gras with shallot confit, mustard seed, and gingerbread toast
  • Salmon gravlax with citrus fruits and fresh herb cheese
  • Grilled vegetable salad composed of grilled zucchini, eggplant, and peppers, drizzled with pistou sauce

Main Courses

  • Yellow chicken supreme served with sautéed vegetables featuring lemongrass and coconut milk, shiitake mushrooms, tofu, and quinoa
  • Grilled sea bass fillet with tarragon beurre blanc and celery root mousseline, paired with a yellow wine sauce and a variety of carrots

Gourmet Moment (Extra 15€)

  • Chocolate lava cake drizzled with custard and served with Madagascar vanilla ice cream
  • The Famous iced nougat with nougatine, mango coulis, and ginger caramel
  • Fresh fruit salad

Drinks

  • Welcome Glass of Cocktail (with or without alcohol)
  • Cheese Platter (+6€)

Menu Calife – from 67 €

Starters

  • Salmon gravlax with citrus fruits and fresh herb cheese
  • The Famous Calife’s foie gras with shallot confit, mustard seed, and gingerbread toast

Main Courses

  • Sautéed vegetables with lemongrass and coconut milk, paired with shiitake mushrooms, tofu, and quinoa
  • Yellow chicken supreme
  • Grilled sea bass fillet with tarragon beurre blanc and celery root mousseline, accompanied by a yellow wine sauce and a variety of carrots

Gourmet Moment

  • Grilled vegetable salad featuring grilled zucchini, eggplant, and peppers, drizzled with pistou sauce

Desserts

  • The Famous iced nougat with nougatine, mango coulis, and ginger caramel
  • Chocolate lava cake drizzled with custard and served with Madagascar vanilla ice cream, accompanied by Ratafia liqueur

Cheese Platter (+6€)

Welcome Glass of Cocktail (with or without alcohol)

Fresh Fruit Salad

Menu Royal Calife – from 109 €

Starters

  • The Famous Calife’s foie gras with sweet shallot confit, mustard seed, and gingerbread toast
  • Salmon gravlax with citrus fruits and fresh herb cheese
  • Grilled vegetable salad composed of grilled zucchini, eggplant, and peppers, drizzled with pistou sauce
  • Puff pastry of chanterelles with foie gras and morel sauce
  • Grilled prawns with gomasio, accompanied by yuzu avocado and mango cream

Main Courses

  • Yellow chicken supreme, served with sautéed vegetables featuring lemongrass and coconut milk, shiitake mushrooms, tofu, and quinoa
  • Roast lamb shoulder confit with roasted potatoes and crisp seasonal vegetables
  • Grilled sea bass fillet with tarragon beurre blanc and celery root mousseline, paired with a yellow wine sauce and a variety of carrots
  • Beef fillet à la Rossini with Rossini sauce, pan-seared foie gras, gratin dauphinois, and seasonal vegetables

Gourmet Moment

  • Chocolate lava cake drizzled with custard and served with Madagascar vanilla ice cream
  • Fresh fruit salad
  • The Famous iced nougat with nougatine, mango coulis, and ginger caramel
  • The Paris lemon cheesecake with speculoos, lemon cream, Limoncello, and lemon sorbet
  • Revisited tarte tatin with Calvados, featuring apples, Breton shortbread, vanilla supreme, and caramel ice cream with Guérande salt

Drinks

  • A bottle of wine for two (selection du Chef)
  • Still or sparkling mineral water
  • Café or traditional mint tea

Welcome Glass of Champagne or Cocktail (with or without alcohol)
Cheese Platter (+6€)

Itinerary

Embark on the Calife at 12:15 PM under the Pont des Arts, facing the Louvre. Enjoy a two-hour cruise along the Seine, taking in iconic sights like the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame Cathedral before returning to the dock at 2:15 PM.

Additional Info

Departure time

Boarding for the Calife Lunch Cruise begins at 12:15 PM. Please note that the gangway will be removed at 12:45 PM, and we will raise the anchor promptly after.

Dresscode

Please adhere to a smart casual dress code while aboard the Calife cruises. We kindly ask you to avoid overly casual attire such as shorts and flip-flops to maintain a refined atmosphere.

Audioguide

There are no audioguide available.

Wifi

No Wifi.

Wheelchair

Wheelchair accessible.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Port of embarkation

Port des Saints-Pères, 75006 Paris

How to get there

To reach the Calife Lunch Cruise, head to Port des Saints-Pères. The closest metro station is Saint-Germain-des-Prés (Line 4), which is just a short walk away. You can also take bus lines 63, 86, or 95, stopping nearby. Enjoy a scenic stroll along the Seine as you make your way to the embarkation point.