Itinerary
- Day 1
Beaune
You'll arrive in Beaune at your own pace and get oriented to this charming wine country hub. The town itself has plenty to see with its Renaissance mansions and half-timbered buildings that line the streets and courtyards. The Hotel-Dieu hospice is the main attraction here, a 15th-century structure that's quite impressive. If you're interested in learning more about local winemaking, the La Bourgogne wine museum offers a solid introduction to Burgundy's wine heritage and production methods.
Optional Activities
- Stroll through Beaune's Renaissance mansions and half-timbered houses
- Visit the famous Hôtel-Dieu hospice
- Visit the wine museum 'La Bourgogne'
Landmarks/POIs Hôtel-Dieu hospice La Bourgogne wine museum - Day 2
Côte de Nuits
This day takes you into the Côte de Nuits region where Pinot Noir reigns. You'll head to Château Clos de Vougeot, positioned overlooking terraced vineyards that produce some seriously expensive bottles like Romanée Conti. The drive covers roughly 56km with gentle slopes, so it's manageable but you'll see significant vineyard elevation throughout the route. It's a full day of wine country exploration without being too physically demanding.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Château Clos de Vougeot
Optional Activities
- Explore the Côte de Nuits wine region
Landmarks/POIs Château Clos de Vougeot Côte de Nuits - Day 3
Côte de Beaune
Today shifts to the Côte de Beaune and its white wine tradition made from Chardonnay grapes. You'll start at Château Savigny-les-Beaune, then cycle through villages whose names match their wine labels like Pommard, Meursault, and Chassagne-Montrachet. The route covers around 45km and takes you past the vineyards that supply these named producers. It's an active day on bikes, so the pace is steady but not overly strenuous.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Château Savigny-les-Beaune
Optional Activities
- Cycle through wine villages: Pommard, Meursault, Chassagne-Montrachet
Landmarks/POIs Château Savigny-les-Beaune Pommard Meursault Chassagne-Montrachet Côte de Beaune - Day 4
Beaune
You'll leave the wine territories and head into forested terrain for a different landscape experience. Following the Rhoin River leads you to the ruins of Sainte Marguerite Abbey, which offers a break from vineyard scenery. The return route to Beaune winds through small villages and transitions back into the Hautes-Côtes-de-Beaune vineyards, creating a nice mix of forest and farmland. This day tour covers about 41km with varied terrain.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit the remains of Sainte Marguerite Abbey
Landmarks/POIs Sainte Marguerite Abbey Rhoin River Hautes-Côtes-de-Beaune
