Itinerary
- Day 1
Dijon
You'll arrive in Dijon and have the afternoon to explore at your own pace. Wander through the medieval streets, check out the Palace of the Dukes, or stop by one of the local mustard shops if that interests you. By evening, you'll head to a restaurant in the city for dinner and then settle into your accommodation.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mama Shelter Dijon, La Jura or similar)
Optional Activities
- Explore Palace of the Dukes
- Sample Dijon mustard in local shops
- Dinner at a local restaurant
Landmarks Palace of the Dukes 
- Day 2
Wine Route
This day focuses on Burgundy's wine regions. You'll drive through vineyards to Château du Clos de Vougeot, then move on to Gevrey-Chambertin for tastings of Pinot Noir. After that, you'll have free time in Beaune to walk around the historic center and see the Hospices. Grab lunch on your own, then head to Meursault for a final tasting of white wines before returning to Dijon by early evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mama Shelter Dijon, La Jura or similar)
Included Activities
- Small group full-day tour through Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune regions
- Visit Château du Clos de Vougeot
- Three premium wine tastings in Gevrey-Chambertin, Beaune, and Meursault
- Free time in Beaune's historic center
Optional Activities
- Admire the Hospices in Beaune
- Lunch in Beaune (not included)
Landmarks Château du Clos de Vougeot Gevrey-Chambertin Beaune Hospices of Beaune Meursault - Day 3
Burgundy Villages
You'll start in Flavigny-sur-Ozerain and explore the ancient abbey where they make Anis de Flavigny candy. Next, drive to Semur-en-Auxois to see the Gothic church and old ramparts. After a traditional Burgundian lunch, head up to Châteauneuf-en-Auxois for views from the hilltop. The day ends with a wine tasting in the Aloxe-Corton region before returning to Dijon.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Mama Shelter Dijon, La Jura or similar)
Included Activities
- Small group full-day tour of Burgundy villages
- Visit Flavigny-sur-Ozerain with tour of historic abbey and Anis de Flavigny candy makers
- Explore medieval fortress town of Semur-en-Auxois with its Gothic church and ancient ramparts
- Visit hilltop village of Châteauneuf-en-Auxois
- Wine tasting in Aloxe-Corton region
Optional Activities
- Traditional Burgundian lunch
Landmarks Flavigny-sur-Ozerain Semur-en-Auxois Châteauneuf-en-Auxois Aloxe-Corton - Day 4
Dijon to Strasbourg
Take a first-class high-speed train from Burgundy to Strasbourg in Alsace, watching the landscape change along the way. Once you arrive, spend the afternoon walking through the UNESCO-listed Grande Île, wandering Petite France, or visiting the Gothic cathedral. Get settled into your Strasbourg accommodation for the evening.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel D, Hotel Gutemberg or similar)
Included Activities
- First-class high-speed train journey from Dijon to Strasbourg
Optional Activities
- Explore UNESCO-listed Grande Île
- Stroll through Petite France quarter
- Visit Strasbourg Cathedral
Landmarks Grande Île Petite France Strasbourg Cathedral 
- Day 5
Alsace Villages and Castle
You'll explore Colmar's 'Little Venice' quarter and medieval areas first. From there, continue to the wine villages of Eguisheim and Riquewihr, where you can see the half-timbered houses and flower-covered balconies. Later in the day, head to Haut Koenigsbourg Castle, a restored medieval fortress with views across the Rhine Valley toward the Black Forest. A guide will help bring the region's history to life throughout.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel D, Hotel Gutemberg or similar)
Included Activities
- Small group full-day Alsace villages and castle tour
- Explore Colmar's 'Little Venice' quarter
- Visit wine villages of Eguisheim and Riquewihr
- Entrance and guided visit of Haut Koenigsbourg Castle
Landmarks Colmar Little Venice (Petite Venise), Colmar Eguisheim Riquewihr Haut Koenigsbourg Castle 
- Day 6
Alsace Wine Route
Starting from Strasbourg's historic center, you'll travel the Alsace Wine Route with a guide. You'll visit family-owned wineries and traditional cellars from Mittelbergheim to Ribeauvillé, tasting Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Pinot Gris. Between tastings, you'll see rolling vineyards and the Vosges mountains in the distance.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Hotel D, Hotel Gutemberg or similar)
Included Activities
- Small group full-day Alsace wine tour
- Premium wine tastings at three family-owned wineries
- Visit wine territories from Mittelbergheim to Ribeauvillé
- Tastings of Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and Pinot Gris
- Visit traditional wine cellars
- Transportation in air-conditioned Mercedes minivan
Landmarks Mittelbergheim Ribeauvillé - Day 7
Departure
Take a leisurely morning to reflect on your week through Alsace and Burgundy before you head out. You'll have time to think back on the landscapes, history, and experiences from your trip.
