Lunch Cruises

Bateaux Bordelais Lunch River Cruise

4.7/5(23)

Pascale M

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

Great! It was really very pleasant. The reception team and the boat crew were very friendly and helpful. The buffet was of good quality and had a nice variety. We also really appreciated that the water served was Abatille. We recommend it without hesitation. It will remain a very pleasant memory. We went under the bridges and were lucky enough to see a cruise ship passing under the Chaban-Delmas Bridge with the platform rising.

Kirstine B

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

The service on board was excellent! We were luxuriously seated in the front with a view of 180 degrees. Beautiful. Everything was clean and well kept. Food and wine were really good.

Duret C

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

We had a wonderful time—the birthday lunch was perfect, and they even remembered to put a candle on the cake! Thanks to Marine for being so kind!! Have a great day! 👍

Mme B

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

It was a wonderful relaxed atmosphere. The staff were all attentive, but not overly so. The back ground music not too loud and the commentary in French and English was very informative. The food was delicious and so well presented.

Cruise along the Garonne River and admire Bordeaux’s historic quays, elegant waterfront, and iconic bridges.

Enjoy a chef-prepared three-course lunch made on board with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

See famous landmarks like Pont de Pierre, Pont Chaban-Delmas, and La Cité du Vin from a unique river perspective.

Learn about Bordeaux’s maritime heritage and architecture through engaging onboard audio commentary in French and English.

2-hours cruise on the Garonne

French/English audio commentary

3-course menu (with options to choose from brunch, Estuaire, Garonne and vegetarian menu)

TOTAL DURATION2 hours
1 Boarding point
Les Bateaux Bordelais pier
Get direction
Sights covered
Pont d'Aquitaine
La Cité du Vin
Pont Jacques Chaban-Delmas
Place de la Bourse
Pont de Pierre
Basilique Saint-Michel

You can cancel these tickets up to 3 days before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Pascale M
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
Great! It was really very pleasant. The reception team and the boat crew were very friendly and helpful. The buffet was of good quality and had a nice variety. We also really appreciated that the water served was Abatille. We recommend it without hesitation. It will remain a very pleasant memory. We went under the bridges and were lucky enough to see a cruise ship passing under the Chaban-Delmas Bridge with the platform rising.
Patricia V
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Very enjoyable cruise, very friendly staff, and a perfect menu
Alain G
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
Very good food and outstanding service. Thank you, Paul.
Kirstine B
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
The service on board was excellent! We were luxuriously seated in the front with a view of 180 degrees. Beautiful. Everything was clean and well kept. Food and wine were really good.
Allison B
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
The food and service was amazing 😊

Savor a chef-prepared three-course lunch while cruising the Garonne with French/English commentary on Bordeaux’s riverfront icons.

Getting started

Arrive at the Les Bateaux Bordelais pier on Quai des Chartrons and present your booking for boarding. After ticket validation, the crew assigns seating. Settle in as the audio guide options in French and English are introduced.

What to expect

Bateaux Bordelais Lunch River Cruise

Glide along Bordeaux’s UNESCO-listed riverfront as the crew navigates the Garonne. A resident chef prepares a seasonal three-course lunch on board while narration in French and English outlines the sights.

Features:

Scenic two-hour river cruise: Sail past Bordeaux’s iconic quays and bridges, including the Pont de Pierre, Pont Chaban-Delmas, and Pont d’Aquitaine, while enjoying panoramic views of the city from the Garonne.

Chef-prepared three-course lunch: Relish a freshly prepared three-course meal cooked on board using seasonal, locally sourced ingredients and served at your table as you cruise.

Bilingual audio commentary: Enhance your journey with onboard commentary in French and English, offering insights into key landmarks such as La Cité du Vin and Bordeaux’s rich port heritage.

What to bring

A valid photo ID for verification.

Your booking confirmation (printed or on your phone) for boarding.

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair accessible.

What’s not allowed

Pets are not permitted on board.

Additional information

Boarding begins at 12pm; departure at 12:30pm; return around 2:30pm; service ends at 3pm (timings may vary—please check your ticket).

Meeting point: Les Bateaux Bordelais pier, in front of 24 Quai des Chartrons, 33000 Bordeaux (Tram B: CAPC – Musée d’Art Contemporain).

Seating is assigned by the room manager.

Cruise operates with a minimum of 25 passengers.

Birthday cake requests must be made by phone at least 72 hours in advance.

Family-friendly experience: child tickets (ages 5–12) available; infants can be booked.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.