Ultimate luxury day trip from Bordeaux to Arcachon Bay: cruising on the road and on water aboard unique French masterpieces !

French Excellence and Savoir-Faire are not only about Haute Couture, Wine and Gastronomie.
Bordeaux Classic Cars is very proud to combine two Chef d'Oeuvre of French luxury, on the road and on the water.

During this ultimate experience from Bordeaux to Bassin d'Arcachon, you will cruise aboard a very exceptional French car, and a very exceptional French boat. No outrageous luxury. Just French Elegance !

The car: 
Our presidential Citroën DS Limousine Convertible of 1973 is the only one in the world. Not an over-stretched limousine: it was slightly elongated for aesthetics only. The result is an extremely pure and efficient design: the true definition for French Elegance! Simply beautiful. No need to say that the DS was a revolutionary car, full of modern technologies and extremely comfortable.

The boat:
The "White Ocean", styled by the Maison de Haute Couture Courrèges, is also unique in the world. Built by Chantier Dubourdieu, established since 1800 at Arcachon Bay. It is the oldest shipyard of France, and the last one making wood motor boats. Hand-made with a very high precision for details, from noble materials and the finest exotic woods. The result is a very subtle combination between tradition, design and modernity.
A masterpiece of French Elegance and Style ! It is not only beautiful, but also very comfortable with all modern equipments.

The experience:
Guillaume will pick-you up from your hotel, anywhere around Bordeaux or Gironde. He will drive you hair in the wind aboard his unique DS to the district of Ville d'Hiver, on the heights of Arcachon city, with beautiful mansions built in the 19th century, surrounded by pine trees.
Then it is time to meet White Ocean, for your private cruise starting from the harbour, or directly from the beach.
You skipper will suggest the best itinerary. You will enjoy the stunning natural and preserved landscapes. You will be very impressed by the Dune du Pilat, the highest sand dune of Europe.
Inside the bay you will feel quietness, far from the big waves and strong winds from the ocean. Time for bathing? Just ask to your skipper and relax.
After your cruise, you will be invited by the charming and passionate owners of Chantier Dubourdieu to visit the shipyard. Very impressive to see the Teak wood logs becoming beautiful boats !
Before your return to Bordeaux aboard the DS, you would like to have a drink on the terrace of Hotel La Co(o)rniche*****: the very best spot to enjoy the sunset over the ocean and Dune du Pilat.

The lunch:
No sophisticated French cuisine. Only the very best local products from the best local producers, served by your skipper with elegance. Some of our selection:
Oysters from Maison Laban at Gujan-Mestras.
French Caviar from Moulin de la Cassadotte at Biganos, that you can pair with the local Vodka Pyla (filtered using the sand from the Dune).
And of course, a fine selection of Bordeaux Grand Cru wines !

How and when?
Guillaume will fully customize this day excursion to your tastes and wishes. Inquire now!
Duration of the boat cruise: from 4H to 8H. At any season (heater in the cabin of White Ocean).
Most romantic experience for a couple of lovers. Also an unforgettable experience for a family with children (4 passengers in the DS).
Up to 15 participants? In addition to our DS we offer our Peugeot 404 Cabriolet of 1967 and our Renault Caravelle Cabriolet of 1964, self-driven: only the most beautiful French convertible 4 seaters!
Capacity of White Ocean: 15 persons.

An experience for real hedonists, true lovers of outstanding French Excellence and Savoir-Faire !