Sightseeing Cruises

1.5-Hour Bordeaux River Cruise with Wine and Canelé Tasting

Operator: Yacht de Bordeaux

4.5/5(404)

Lecerf C

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The guide was very friendly, with clear and smooth explanations. Great knowledge of history along the Garonne. A lovely discovery along the water. Friendly atmosphere, and the boat ride offered us a delightful break. A huge thank you to the fantastic, top-notch crew!

Dupont A

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

Very pleasant cruise. Great commentary and a top-notch guide. Unfortunately, the volume was very low, and you could barely hear the commentary as soon as you moved away from the speaker.

Mr Corrois F

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

A very lovely cruise on the Gironde with an excellent guide, Marie, whose commentary (in French and English) enlightened us on the history of Bordeaux and the unique features of the Gironde. The glass of wine and the canelé made this wonderful experience even better.

Roger L

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

This boat tour on the Garonne is enchanting, especially with exceptional weather for mid-October. The host is a remarkable person who, through their knowledge, made this experience even more enjoyable.

Linda M

Couple

Verified booking

Oct 2026

The hostess was knowledgeable and charming and we learned a lot more about the history of Bordeaux and the river. The skipper must be mentioned as well. He gave us a smooth ride and his docking skills are to be commended.

Frederic H

Solo

Verified booking

Last week

The commentary was interesting, informative, and humorous. Great atmosphere on the boat, a small glass of wine, and a top-notch canelé! Discovering Bordeaux from the Garonne is a must-do.

Cruise the Garonne River for 1.5 hours aboard the elegant Maddalena, offering stunning views of Bordeaux’s UNESCO-listed waterfront.

Savor a glass of Bordeaux wine (or a soft drink) paired with a traditional canelé, the region's signature pastry.

Enjoy live commentary in French and English, with expert hosts sharing insights about Bordeaux's landmarks and history.

Relax in the air-conditioned indoor lounge or take in 360° views of the city from the open-air rooftop deck, ideal for photos.

90-minute Bordeaux river cruise

Wine and canelé tasting

Live commentary in French and English

TOTAL DURATION1 hour 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Timeline
Map
1 Boarding point
Ponton d'Honneur
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Sights covered
Pont de Pierre
Porte Cailhau
Place de la Bourse
Pont Jacques Chaban Delmas
Cité du Vin
Cap Sciences
Pont d’Aquitaine
Place des Quinconces

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Lecerf C
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The guide was very friendly, with clear and smooth explanations. Great knowledge of history along the Garonne. A lovely discovery along the water. Friendly atmosphere, and the boat ride offered us a delightful break. A huge thank you to the fantastic, top-notch crew!
Mr Corrois F
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A very lovely cruise on the Gironde with an excellent guide, Marie, whose commentary (in French and English) enlightened us on the history of Bordeaux and the unique features of the Gironde. The glass of wine and the canelé made this wonderful experience even better.
Roger L
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
This boat tour on the Garonne is enchanting, especially with exceptional weather for mid-October. The host is a remarkable person who, through their knowledge, made this experience even more enjoyable.
Linda M
Couple
Verified booking
Oct 2026
The hostess was knowledgeable and charming and we learned a lot more about the history of Bordeaux and the river. The skipper must be mentioned as well. He gave us a smooth ride and his docking skills are to be commended.
Frederic H
Solo
Verified booking
Last week
The commentary was interesting, informative, and humorous. Great atmosphere on the boat, a small glass of wine, and a top-notch canelé! Discovering Bordeaux from the Garonne is a must-do.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at boarding.

Dress appropriately for the weather, as the boat features both an open rooftop and an air-conditioned indoor area.

What’s not allowed

Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

Outside food and drinks are not allowed on board.

Accessibility

The cruise is wheelchair accessible, with accessible boarding and facilities available on the boat.

Additional information

Live guided commentary is provided in both French and English.

This experience may include alcoholic beverages. Availability is subject to local laws and age restrictions. Guests must carry valid ID. Please drink responsibly.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

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

Please arrive at the boarding point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.

Boarding point

Board your cruise at Pontoon of Honor Garonne Footbridge.

Address: Quai Richelieu, 33000 Bordeaux, France.

Landmark: In front of Croisières Yacht de Bordeaux.

Get directions to the boarding point