Bordeaux Farmers Market Tour and Gourmet River Cruise

Overview

Available languages

English

French

4 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Discover the best of Bordeaux’s culinary and cultural scene in one unique half-day tour. This gourmet experience takes you from the heart of a local food market to the deck of a private river cruise — with wine, of course.

Start your adventure at a charming boutique where you’ll sample local specialties like Lillet and regional delicacies. Then follow your guide through the bustling Chartrons market. While you take in the sights, smells, and stories, your guide will collect a hand-picked selection of gourmet products: oysters, roasted chicken, cheese, charcuterie, and pastries — the best of southwest France, all in one basket.

Next, step aboard a private boat for a 90-minute cruise on the Garonne River. As the city drifts by, enjoy your market feast paired with local Bordeaux wines. This is your moment to unwind, taste, and take in the beauty of the city from a new perspective.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Wheelchair accessible

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Alcoholic beverages will not be offered to minors.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Visit & Tasting in a charming local shop

1.5 hour cruise along the XVIIIth century façades

Tasting of local wines

Farmers Market visit

Produce from the market (full meal)

Gratuities

What To Expect

La Cite du Vin

Your journey begins at the base of La Cité du Vin. From this perfect starting point, you'll discover the hidden stories and fascinating heritage of Bordeaux's historic port, once the bustling gateway that established the city's global wine reputation.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Bord'eau Village

Following our visit to a local specialty shop, we'll walk along the charming Chartrons district quays, where elegant 18th-century facades reveal Bordeaux's rich wine trading heritage.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private Tour

Private Tour : Make it your own: enjoy a fully private food tour tailored to your group !

Bordeaux Farmers Market Tour and Gourmet River Cruise

Reviews

5.00

17 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Our guide was fun,...
Erika S,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our guide was fun, knowledgeable and patient with the group! All aspects from the farmers market to the boat cruise was so much fun!
Great Experience combining farmers market and boat picnic.
Meadowoods,
Sep 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Great experience! Tried many delicacies I never would have known about on my own. Aurelian was an entertaining and informative guide. Plenty to eat and the time on the boat was super chill enjoying the local treats.
Great Bordeaux Farmer's Market and River tour experience!
X5395DJlauraj,
Aug 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our experience was amazing! Aurelien, our guide was personable, passionate and very informative. We visited a shop specific to the foods of Bordeaux, which we enjoyed very much, and then strolled the Farmer's Market. Afterwards, we travelled the River and enjoyed a delicious variety of oysters and snacks procured by Aurelien from the farmer's market that day, but prior to our tour. It was very hot, and the market had closed earlier than expected which was a bit of a bummer for us as we wished to return to make some more purchases. But, there was time to purchase things while on the tour, and the fact it was so hot and the market closed early was no fault of Aurelien. My husband and I, and our two young adult children went on the tour, and we all enjoyed it very much! We would all highly recommend it!
Farmers Market and River Cruise excursion
Laura J,
Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour was amazing. Aurelien was so friendly and fun! It was educational and enjoyable. We could go at a nice pace at the market, and learned some history of Bordeaux. The river cruise was very nice and the snacks, including the oysters-all from the market we visited, were delicious and “hit the spot”. A beautiful way to experience Bordeaux!
A real gourmet experience
laulau16,
Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is the second time I’ve been on an Aurelien visit, and it was another great experience! This time with the family, we discovered a lot of local products that we did not know, the visit to the market was great and we enjoyed a cruise on the Garonne where we tasted the products of the market! I recommend 100%
883fannys,
Jul 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The visit was great, we learned a lot. Aurélien is a passionate guide, who shares his knowledge and love for Bordeaux with dynamism. Thank you for this beautiful moment of culture, Bordeaux gastronomy and sharing! I highly recommend
Outstanding and tasty Bordeaux experience
Cameron G,
Jun 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This was a great and varied Bordeaux experience for 9 of us for our mum’s 80th birthday. Aurélien was an exceptional host and has build a fantastic experience with this trip. The visit to the boutiques and farmers market was lovely and the private boat trip was an awesome and very special experience to celebrate as a family. Couldn’t recommend this more! Just excellent
Wonderful Tour! Must book
G8054VXvanessab,
Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Wonderful tour to get a glimpse of a traditional French market! Aurelien was an absolute fabulous guide and made the entire day very fun! Highly recommend this tour!
A unique and tasty experience in Bordeaux!
amandinea689,
Jun 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a great time thanks to Aurélien! It is an original, gourmet and friendly way to discover Bordeaux, its specialties and its history. The products were delicious, Aurélien’s passion and anecdotes made the visit lively and fun, and the view of Bordeaux from the Garonne was simply magnificent: a perfect mix to savour the city otherwise! Thank you again Aurélien for this delicious and authentic moment:)
Beautiful! Thank you!
Annemar22,
Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Many thanks to Aurélien for this sumptuous visit to the city rich in history and anecdotes! The tour ends with a stroll on the Garonne to taste local specialties accompanied by a glass of delicious wine. We feasted! Thanks again for the welcome of Aurélien and the captain on board the boat, their good mood and this delicious break on the waves!