Bordeaux River Cruise

270 Reviews

Sightseeing Tours Culture & History History & Heritage Nature & Adventure Nature & Panorama Cruises & Boat Tours Viewing Points Theme Tours UNESCO Sites Medium-risk activities

Enjoy an hour-long cruise on the Garonne River and discover the treasures of Bordeaux along its UNESCO-listed waterfront. Hear about the history of Bordeaux and its wine trade from the boat’s captain as you travel along the river quays.

Highlights

Admire the buildings along Bordeaux’s UNESCO waterfront
Travel along the quays of the Garonne River
Learn about the history of Bordeaux from the boat’s captain

Description

See the sights of Bordeaux from a different perspective on a Garonne River cruise. Discover the Port de la Lune and its façades listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. At 11:30 AM, 3:00 PM, or 4:30 PM, you'll board the Sardane, a red and black river boat, for a cruise lasting one hour. Throughout the cruise, the captain will tell you the story of Bordeaux and about the link between the river and the wine trade. As the captain navigates the boat along the quays of the Garonne, you'll have an opportunity to admire the façades of the historic buildings. The cruise continues to the Pont de Pierre, the Pont Chaban Delmas and the Pont d'Aquitaine, some of the most famous landmarks in the city.