Itinerary
- Day 1
Beaune
You'll arrive in Beaune, Burgundy's wine capital, with the afternoon and evening ahead of you. Take some time to wander through the city center and check out the Hotel Dieu, also called the Hospices de Beaune, which is the main draw for most visitors. The building itself is quite striking with its colorful tile roof and courtyard. In the evening, your guide will meet you for an orientation session to go over what's coming up in the next few days.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Orientation with local guide
Optional Activities
- Explore Beaune city
- Visit Hotel Dieu (Hospices de Beaune)
Landmarks Hotel Dieu (Hospices de Beaune) - Day 2
Côtes de Beaune Vineyards
This is a cycling day through some of Burgundy's most famous vineyard areas. You'll start from Beaune and head south through the Côtes de Beaune region, stopping at villages like Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chagny, Pommard, and Santenay along the way. The route takes you back to Beaune by the end of the day. You'll have chances to stop at local wineries, taste different wines, and pick up a bottle or two if something catches your interest. The pace is leisurely enough that you can take breaks and enjoy the countryside.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided bike ride through Côtes de Beaune vineyards
- Visit Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chagny, Pommard, Santenay
Optional Activities
- Wine tasting and purchases at vineyard stops
- Wine tasting at Beaune upon return
Landmarks Meursault Puligny-Montrachet Chagny Pommard Santenay - Day 3
Vosnes Romanée - Clos Vougeot
After breakfast, you'll cycle from Beaune toward the small village of Vosnes Romanée, following gentle rolling roads through vineyard landscapes. One of the highlights is visiting Clos Vougeot, a large historic vineyard that produces some of Burgundy's Grand Cru wines. The terrain here is easier than some other routes, so you'll have time to take in the views and maybe chat with locals along the way. By evening you'll return to Beaune.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Guided bike ride to Vosnes Romanée
- Visit Clos Vougeot Grand Cru vineyard
Landmarks Vosnes Romanée Clos Vougeot - Day 4
Côtes de Nuits Vineyards
You'll cycle through the Côtes de Nuits vineyards heading between Beaune and Dijon, passing through small villages known for their wine production. Chambolle Musigny, Morey Saint Denis, and Gevrey Chambertin are all on the route, and Gevrey Chambertin has a medieval castle that's worth seeing. The roads connect these charming villages through working vineyard land, so the scenery is consistently beautiful. This route gives you a sense of the different microclimates and soil types that make each village's wines distinct.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided bike ride through Côtes de Nuits vineyards
- Visit Chambolle Musigny, Morey Saint Denis, Gevrey Chambertin
Optional Activities
- Explore Gevrey Chambertin Medieval castle
Landmarks Chambolle Musigny Morey Saint Denis Gevrey Chambertin Gevrey Chambertin Medieval Castle - Day 5
Beaune to Dijon
You'll leave Beaune today at whatever time works for you, with a transfer to Dijon arranged for 9:30 am (though you can adjust this if needed). From Dijon, you can catch a train to Paris or extend your stay with extra nights in the area. The transfer is included in your package, so just let your guide know your preference the day before.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Additional nights in Dijon
- Train to Paris
