HOTEL
TOUR CODE:
J
BG
A stunningwalk through Burgundy's vineyards and villag
es
A great trip for food and wine buffs, with walking that is gentle to st
art
with and progresses to a moderate grade as the week unfolds. Burgund
y's
natural riches and its complex history bear testimony to its fine heritage. T
he
local cuisine offers memorable gastronomic experiences and the charm
ing
timeless villages are rich in tradition. From the historic winding streets
of
medieval settlements, set out to wander at a relaxed pace across roll
ing
hills with forests of beech and oak. Beaune is the hub of Burgundy's w
ine
industry and is the obvious place to start this trip. During the week the
re
is time to visit the sights in Beaune, including the Hotel Dieu, and sam
ple
wines en route. You will walk through vineyards and charming villages w
ith
narrow streets and half‑timbered houses. In the second half of the walk y
ou
will climb onto escarpments with stunning hilltop views as far as the Al
ps.
You will enjoy the delights of Rully, the ancient Chateau of Montaigu, t
he
produce of the Cotes Chalonnaises and many sleepy hamlets and village
s.
Burgundy Vineyard Trails
ITINERARY: DAY 1 |
Arrive Beaune
2 |
Free morning in Beaune, th
en
walk through vineyards to Meursault (4hrs)
3 |
A circular walk to t
he
beautiful village of Saint Romain (4hrs)
4 |
Walk to Nolay in the shade
of
the typical oak forest of Burgundy (5-6hrs)
5 |
Walk to Rully or Chassey
le
Camp via the village of Santenay (6hrs)
6 |
Continue to the well-know
n
village of Mercurey and the ancient chateau of Montaigu (6hrs)
7 |
Retu
rn
to Beaune via famous vineyards of Chassagne and Puligny Montrachet
(6-
7hrs)
8 |
Trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: 
Ξ
7 breakfasts, 3 dinners
Ξ
7 nights accommodation
in
2‑3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
Ξ
luggage trans
fer
Ξ
information pack including route notes &
maps
Ξ
emergency hotline
NOTES:
Supplement applies to trips
commencing on Thursday to Saturday.
8 DAY
SELF GUIDED
WALK
GRADE
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Beaune
Rully
Nolay
France
EXPLORE
EUROPE
YOURWAY
HOTEL
TOUR CODE:
CBG
A cycle journey for lovers of fine wine and classic scenery
The noble grape may rule in this prosperous region and the wine may be
truly magnificent, but there is much more to enjoy on this cycling holiday
through the heart of Burgundy. The local cuisine offers memorable
gastronomic experiences and the charming timeless villages are rich in
tradition. The itinerary explores the Canal de Bourgogne, has opportunities
to visit chateaux and historic sites along the way and of course winds its
way through the best‑known Bourgogne vineyards. This tour through the
famous wine‑growing region starts and finishes in the beautiful town of
Beaune, the hub of Burgundy's wine industry, at the heart of a cluster of
prestigious vineyards.
Biking through Burgundy
ITINERARY: DAY 1 |
Arrive Beaune
2 |
Circular cycle to Nuits St George
and theAbbey of Citeaux (55/70km)
3|
Cycle through the villages Pommard,
Meursault and Santenay in Chardonnay country to Rully (35/55km)
4 |
Cycle
through the Côtes Chalonnaises and on to the pretty village of Buxy (32km)
5 |
Optional loop cycle to the great Abbey of Cluny (40/75km)
6 |
Cycle to
the country town of Couches and continue to Nolay (42km)
7 |
Cycle to
Beaune via Bligny sur Ouche and the Canal de Bourgogne at Pont d'Ouche
(30/58km)
8 |
Trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: 
Ξ
7 breakfasts, 2 dinners
Ξ
7 nights accommodation in
2‑3 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
Ξ
luggage transfer
Ξ
information pack including route notes
& maps
Ξ
quality rental bike with
panniers, repair kit, helmet and lock
Ξ
emergency hotline
V
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8 DAY
SELF GUIDED
CYCLE
GRADE
3
Beaune
Rully
Nolay
Nuits St George
France
"The charming timeless villages are rich
in tradition. Explore the Canal de Bourgogne and
visit chateaux and historic sites along the way."
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DATES 2015
Daily from 01 Apr to 24 Oct
Joining Beaune
DATES 2015
Daily from 25 Mar to 31 Oct
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