Burgundy Vineyards

From: € 1160

6 Days / 5 Nights
Type: Self-Guided
Level of Difficulty: Moderate to Challenging

Imagine Yourself…

Cycling the prestigious vineyards of Burgundy
Gazing up at the fairytale castle Chateau de Rochepot on its stony outcrop
Learning about the history of the bicycle from its birth in 1818
Enjoying views of grape vines and landscapes that inspired the French poet Lamartine

Overview

Burgundy is home to some of France’s most prestigious vineyards, with a beautiful, hilly landscape punctuated with picturesque villages and remarkable chateaux. It also offers exquisite French food! On your self-guided tour over 6 days and 5 nights, you’ll discover why Burgundy is so loved by tourists, especially bikers. The tour starts in the charming capital of Burgundy, Dijon. Accommodations are in charming three and four-star hotels in rooms with private facilities.

Daily Itinerary

The excursion today is devoted to discovering the famous area “Côte de Nuits,” well known for the “Grands Vins de Bourgogne” and more especially the red wines: Chambolle Musigny, Vosne Romanée and the most expensive wine of Burgundy: Romanée Conti. Visit the exceptional castle of Clos Vougeot. In the afternoon you will arrive in your destination. Beaune is one of France’s prettiest towns, a source equally of art and of history: the Hotel-Dieu, crowned by a roof of glazed tiles, is known throughout the world, and its wine museum is a must.

Elevation gain +997 Ft (304 m)
Ride in the middle of the “Côte de Beaune” vineyards, passing Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet and Pommard, following the “Voie Vert”. It will lead you through the vines in this beautiful Burgundian countryside to Chalon- sur-Saône.

We suggest a nice detour in the direction of ‘le château de la Rochepot’, a wonderful Medieval fortress, with glazed roof tiles, as well as the typical and charming village of Nolay surrounded by the ‘Hautes Côtes de Beaune’ vineyards.

Elevation gain +1059 Ft (323 m)
On the last two days of biking you’ll be impressed by the beautiful landscapes of Southern Burgundy as you ride further along the “Voie Verte.” You’ll reach the magnificent Chateau de Cormatin with famous gardens dating from the time of Louis XIII (1628). Then you’ll continue on to beautiful Cluny. You’ll have time to visit the Romanesque Abbey (founded in 910) and the medieval center as you’ll overnight in this town.

Elevation gain +1250 Ft (381 m)
You will conclude your vacation with a delightful ride to Berzé-le-Chatel. There you find a mediaeval chateau overlooking the vineyards and the beautiful landscapes that the French poet Lamartine used to admire.

There is the possibility to leave the “Voie Verte” to ride along the small country roads to enter the heart of Burgundy, riding through charming villages, the ‘chateau de Pierreclos’, and the amazing overview point from ‘La Roche de Solutré’. You will continue to Mâcon following the voie vert.

Elevation gain +971/1712 Ft (296/522 m)

Dates & Prices

Green = Open | Yellow = Limited | Red = Full

Dates	Category	Accommodation	Double/Twin	Single
March – October	Standard	2* & 3* Hotels	€ 1180	€ 1580	Book Here
March – October	Superior	3* & 4* Hotels	€ 1420	€ 2040	Book Here

Prices are per person, in Euro’s and includes bike rental
Choose your starting date between March and October

- Accommodations in very comfortable three and four-star hotels
- All breakfasts
- 24-speed bike rental, pannier, lock, repair kit
- Luggage transportation (pieces of luggage limited to 1 per person and 44 pounds per piece)
- Wine tasting in Beaune
- Entrance to Hospices de Beaune, Château du Clos de Vougeot, Château de Comatin and Cluny Abbey
- Route descriptions, maps, and travel highlight information
- Personalized navigation app
- Emergency service phone number 7 days a week
Bikes are included in the price of the tour. Bikes are well-maintained 27-speed Scott Sub Cross 40 (or similar) men’s and ladies bikes, equipped with two saddlebags, map holder, repair kit, and lock. Bike helmets are not included.

Electric bikes can be rented for this tour (€150 per person).We advise you only to rent an electric bike if you have first tried one at home. They’re heavier than regular bikes and therefore can be difficult to maneuver. In addition, you can rent children’s bikes, child seats, and bike trailers.
Included in the tour price you’ll receive daily buffet breakfast. For the buffet breakfasts there’s an assortment of cold meats and cheeses, eggs, bread, jams, cereal, yogurt, fruit, coffee, and tea.

For lunches you will be in a town so you can find lunch at a restaurant on your own.

Dinners will be on your own, and you can choose one of many delicious restaurant options within easy walking distance from our hotel.
- Air fare
- Entrance fees and excursions (not mentioned under inclusions)
- Lunches and dinners
- Helmet and water bottle
- Beverages
- Trip cancellation insurance

Accommodations

The accommodations listed below are examples of those usually used on the tour. Depending on availability, you may be booked in a different accommodation of equal quality.