Question 1

What exactly does the Fracasse package of the Capitaine Fracasse® dinner cruise include?

Accepted Answer

The Fracasse package includes a complete panoramic cruise on the Seine and a seated gourmet meal consisting of a starter, a hot main course of your choice, and a dessert, all prepared on board by the ship's culinary teams. Drinks are not included in the price and can be ordered freely à la carte at your table.

Question 2

How is the Fracasse package different from other packages offered on board?

Accepted Answer

The essential difference of the Fracasse package lies in the management of drinks, which are not included in the initial price. This organization offers you total freedom to compose your own selection of wines, waters, or refreshments with the on-board sommelier, according to your desires of the moment, without an imposed package.

Question 3

Is the food served during the dinner cruise really prepared on board the boat?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all the dishes of the Fracasse® package are cooked on board in the ship's professional kitchens throughout the navigation. The brigades work each evening with fresh products selected according to the season to guarantee dishes of a level equivalent to a gourmet table on the Parisian left bank.

Question 4

How does boarding work with an e-ticket purchased online?

Accepted Answer

Access on board is smooth and without passing through any physical ticket office. You just need to present your e-ticket on your smartphone directly at the gangway to be immediately welcomed and seated at your table by the maître d'hôtel.

Question 5

Where exactly is the meeting point to board the Capitaine Fracasse®?

Accepted Answer

The ship's mooring dock is located at Port de Javel Haut (Quai André Citroën), at the foot of the Pont de Grenelle in the fifteenth arrondissement of Paris. You can easily access it on foot in direct proximity to the Javel – André Citroën metro station (line 10) and the Javel RER C station.

Question 6

Is it possible to postpone your dinner cruise after booking confirmation?

Accepted Answer

Bookings made on our platform benefit from flexible management terms to cope with unforeseen events. You can contact our customer service to request a date change according to the availability indicated on the calendar.

Question 7

Is there a children's menu available for young passengers?

Accepted Answer

Children are welcomed with a dining option designed for their tastes, consisting of a beef burger accompanied by baby potatoes and fresh tomatoes, followed by a dessert choice among the pear almond cake-clafoutis, the chocolate-hazelnut crisp, or the coffee latte panna cotta. Access to the main lounge on one level ensures comfortable circulation for families with strollers.

Question 8

Does the Chef offer alternatives for vegetarian or gluten-intolerant guests?

Accepted Answer

The ship's kitchens prepare carefully crafted plant-based variations at each stage of the dinner, upon simple mention during your reservation. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available for the starter, main course, and dessert to ensure a fully satisfying evening for each guest.

Question 9

Is the ship accessible to people with reduced mobility?

Accepted Answer

The main panoramic lounge of the Capitaine Fracasse® is accessible on one level, ensuring comfortable circulation for people with reduced mobility . It is recommended to specify this at the time of your reservation so that an easily accessible table can be assigned to you as a priority.

Question 10

Are you guaranteed a good view of the monuments from your table?

Accepted Answer

The ship is entirely designed around large panoramic bay windows that surround the dining room along its entire length, offering each guest an unobstructed view of the Seine and the illuminated monuments of Paris. The upper panoramic terrace is also freely accessible throughout the navigation to enjoy the evening air and take unforgettable photos.

Question 11

Can you book a table for a birthday or a special occasion on board?

Accepted Answer

The Capitaine Fracasse® is a prime address for celebrating a birthday, a romantic evening , or any memorable occasion on the Seine. We invite you to specify the occasion in the comment field when booking, so that the on-board team can reserve a personalized welcome for you.

Question 12

What is the exact duration of the cruise depending on the day and tour chosen?

Accepted Answer

The duration of the navigation varies according to the chosen slot. From Sunday to Friday, the single departure lasts 2h15 . On Saturday, the first tour lasts 1h45 with a return to dock at 7:45 PM, while the second tour lasts 2h15 with a return scheduled at 11:00 PM.

Fracasse Dinner Cruise

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