Events

Take part in an original summer evening aboard the boat LES DEUX RIVES. Accompanied by a relaxed music, you will sail between the meanders of the Dordogne river to join the banks of the castle of Vayres. Every 15th August a fireworks display is fired at 10:30pm in the castle garden overlooking the river. A wine tasting is offered on board by the "Maison des Vins de Vayres".

The island of Patiras and its teams welcome you this summer with a varied program of events to make you enjoy this unique place in the heart of the Gironde estuary which will surely surprise you. Sail on the estuary to reach the Patiras lighthouse, the Chef offers you a Cocktail dinner to welcome you before enjoying the evening on the island.

Embark on board for a white evening! Enjoy this moment on the Garonne to taste a selection of white wine that will marry perfectly with the Chef's Tapas. We meet you on the terrace of the boat to enjoy the sunset during the cruise in the port of the Moon.

To enjoy summer as long as possible, we invite you to spend an evening with music in an atypical place to fully enjoy this atmosphere. The Chef welcomes you for a cocktail dinner and gives you the opportunity to taste the estuarine dishes before enjoying the dance floor. 

We leave the wines and take you to discover the whisky of the Estuary. From Bordeaux, take the direction of the island of Patiras with a guide on board. On site, meet Benoît Vielet, barley farmer for Moon Harbour. Take advantage of the unique view offered by the Patiras lighthouse before boarding for a return sailing at the end of the day around a tasting on board.

The lighthouse on Patiras island has been guided shippings for over 100 years. It has been restored by its present owners, the Conservatoire du Littoral, and offers an amazing view from the middle of the estuary, embracing the right and left banks and recounting the history of the islands. Landing and tours are free 4 days per year - you just pay for the crossing cruise from Blaye.

Welcome on board for an original new year’s eve ! Sicambre’s boat and his crew member propose you a regional special dinner during an amazing cruise atmosphere. Take on board, we will discover a different UNESCO Bordeaux and so by night.

Embark for an hour and a half for a pleasant navigation on the Dordogne and discover Libourne differently. In the presence of a wine professional and ambient music, taste authentic wines from the vineyard on the right bank accompanied by some snacks: cheeses, bread, and regional cold meats.

Embark on board and discover the Dordogne with a professional guide on board. From the water, admire the facades of the communes facing the river and share a privileged moment on the blond waters of the Gironde Estuary.

Spend exceptional moments on board, and admire the fireworks during the Bordeaux wine festival or on the French National Holiday on July 14. Enjoy magical instants under the starry sky. During the wine-tasting in the good company of vintners, enjoy their top wines from the family estates. Choose your favorite viewpoint for this unique fire show in the heart of the river.

On June 10th, the arrival of the Hermione will give you a taste of the Tall Ship's Regatta. Aboard Sicambre, experience its arrival directly and accompany the French ship and its 80 sailors until their arrival in the heart of Bordeaux. A guide will be on board to tell you about the emblematic three masts. A rare and convivial moment on the river where a glass of wine will be offered to you. 

SUNDAY 21 MAY. Within the Week-end des Grands Crus organised by the UGCB,  visit the permanent exhibition of the "Cité du Vin" and extend the experience with a lunch on our boat the Sicambre for a special tasting cruise of the Grands Crus. The cruise departure is at the "Cité du Vin" pontoon.

For the last day of the "Bordeaux fête le vin", embark on board and live the last moments of these tall ships from the river. Accompany the old riggings until they leave the "port de la lune" and share a privileged moment for a last goodbye to the sailboats after a passage under the lifting bridge J. Chaban Delmas.

Alors que plus de 100 châteaux ouvrent leurs portes aux amateurs qui vont parcourir la région du Côte de Bourg durant ces deux jours pour les Portes Ouvertes de l'appellation. C'est l'occasion de monter à bord du bateau 'Les 2 Rives' pour naviguer sur la Dordogne et l'estuaire de la Gironde en compagnie d'un vigneron pour vous présenter le terroir et les vins de la région.

In June 2018, Bordeaux has the honor of hosting the Tall Ships Regatta in the Port of the Moon, this event brings together the most beautiful old sailing boat in the world. Waiting for this event, Bordeaux River Cruise takes you next to the Russian three-master ‘Mir’ in Bordeaux this Friday 27th October ! Cruise along these ship and escort the Russian ship and its sailors into Bordeaux.

On November 11th of 2017, Bordeaux River Cruise has the honor of organizing a special cruise 'Americans in the Gironde', commemorating the centenary of the arrival of the Americans (1917) in Bordeaux. We will also celebrate the construction of the port of Bassens, built for the disembarkation of the troops and the armaments. This cruise will be animated by Didier Coquillas.

Vous souhaitez passer votre soirée de la St Valentin dans un restaurant original à Bordeaux ? Nous vous proposons notre bateau-restaurant SICAMBRE pour un déjeuner ou une soirée en amoureux dans un cadre chaleureux. Au fil de l'eau notre chef vous prépare un menu spécial Saint Valentin aux couleurs de la gastronomie régionale. Pour le dîner un quatuor de musique accompagne votre croisière.

SAT 8TH April 2018, come aboard for a wine-tasting cruise for the “Printemps des Vins de Blaye”. During the cruise, you will be initiated to a selection of wine from the “Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux” designation. With your "Tasting Pass", visit the famous “Citadelle de Blaye” and meet the 80 winemakers especially there to make you taste their different wines.