Dijon is easily accessible being on the TGV train line from Paris (journey time approx. 1 hour 40 mins). Although most well known for its mustard of the same name, Dijon is an attractive city definitely worth a visit. Explore the historic medieval centre which was given UNESCO world heritage status in 2015.
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Overnight Dijon
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Accommodation
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
Located in the heart of historical Dijon, this exquisite guesthouse has retained the atmosphere and décor of its 18th century roots. Within easy reach of all the major sights, this property has been run by the Mischler family for the past 20 years. Check in: between 17:00 and 21:00.
Located in the heart of historic Dijon, just a stone’s throw away from the Notre Dame church. Rooms are modern and comfortable and the friendly staff here are on hand to offer advice about the surrounding attractions and area.
Start the day with a transfer out of the suburbs of Dijon (10 mins), to the heart of the vineyards. Follow quiet vineyard trails to the village of Couchey and then onto Fixin, a hamlet with a picturesque church, fabulous restaurant and wine tasting ‘cave’. Leaving Fixin, you have the option to take a detour through the woodland of ‘Parc de Nosoit’. Continue through vineyards to reach Gevrey-Chambertin, a small town bursting with wine-tasting opportunities.
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Overnight Gevrey-Chambertin
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Accommodation
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
A 4-star hotel is ideally-situated in the heart of the renowned wine-growing locality of Gevrey-Chambertin in the Côte de Nuits region. Most roosm offer views to the vineyards or gardens. The hoel also has a wine bar, the ideal location to relax after a day exploring.
A steep but short ascent takes you out of Gevrey and back on the trail. You soon come to Chambolle-Musigny, a hamlet with a few wine shops. Next you'll come across the 16th century Château du Clos de Vougeot. It no longer produces wine, but it is still an important monument to the history of winemaking in the region and will appeal to history, architecture and wine lovers alike.
We will arrange a guided wine tour of the Bernard Rion vineyard followed by a visit to the winery and its cellar. You will sample a selection of 5 wines grown in the area, including the famous Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru
Continue along vineyard roads after your wine tour to Nuits-Saint-Georges, tonight's overnight.
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Overnight Nuits-Saint-Georges
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Accommodation
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
A lovely modern 4* hotel/self-catering apartment with front desk service.
Each apartment has a fully equipped, open-plan kitchen, complete with a dishwasher and an oven. There is a lounge area with a flat-screen TV and a bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Each apartment also includes an induction loop and an alarm for the hearing impaired.
A transfer is included this morning to shorten an otherwise very long day. Continue through the vineyards of the Côte de Beaune. You may even see the viticulteurs hard at work pruning the vines in preparation for harvest time in late September. Soon you will arrive at Aloxe-Corton, a beautiful village with its own appellation dorigine contrôlée (AOC) which produces both red and white wines. Why not visit the Château de Corton-André with its exquisite varnished roof tiles, for a guided tasting (payable locally).
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Overnight Beaune
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Accommodation
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
This former wine merchant’s house is a 5-minute walk to the Hotel Dieu. Easy to reach on foot, the hotel has a quiet courtyard and excellent breakfast to set you up for a day of walking or exploring. Breakfast is served from 07:30 to 11:00am each morning and reception is open until 22:30 – if you plan to arrive later than this please call the hotel and let them know.
Located in the medieval centre of Beaune, this hotel is a former 17th century private mansion with a lovely interior courtyard where breakfast will be served in good weather. A stone’s throw from Beaune’s main attractions like the Hôtel de Dieu.
A very warm welcome awaits you at this fabulous guesthouse located in the heart of Beaune. Relax in the large garden at the end of the day or let off some steam in the on-site hammam.
Enjoy a free day to explore the walled town of Beaune. Visit the famous Hotel-Dieu, a former hospital from the medieval period with the most stunning tarnished roof tiles. It now houses a fine arts museum and is Burgundy’s premier attraction. Why not partake in a wine tasting in an ancient cave, simply relax in your hotel, or hop from café to café and watch the world go by.
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Overnight Beaune
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Accommodation
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
This former wine merchant’s house is a 5-minute walk to the Hotel Dieu. Easy to reach on foot, the hotel has a quiet courtyard and excellent breakfast to set you up for a day of walking or exploring. Breakfast is served from 07:30 to 11:00am each morning and reception is open until 22:30 – if you plan to arrive later than this please call the hotel and let them know.
Located in the medieval centre of Beaune, this hotel is a former 17th century private mansion with a lovely interior courtyard where breakfast will be served in good weather. A stone’s throw from Beaune’s main attractions like the Hôtel de Dieu.
A very warm welcome awaits you at this fabulous guesthouse located in the heart of Beaune. Relax in the large garden at the end of the day or let off some steam in the on-site hammam.
Escape the hustle and bustle of Beaune almost immediately and youll soon find yourself amongst the vineyards again. Pass the town of Pommard, well-known for its rich red wines, there are plenty of opportunities to test them out.A short ascent takes you out of Pommard and back on the trail. Arrive in Meursault and enjoy a drink in the town square before checking into the luxurious Chateau de Citeaux, a short walk from the centre of Meursault, and set in stunning grounds.
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Overnight Meursault
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Accommodation
A sample of our typical carefully chosen accommodation in this location. Where you stay will vary depending on availability, but will be a similar standard.
Hotel Le Globe has been completely renovated. All the bedrooms have their own specificities and you can enjoy the view over the vineyards, the village or the courtyard. The Hotel also has a restaurant and a library lounge.
Les Hauts de Meursault is situated on the hills overlooking Meursault, where you will enjoy a calm and peaceful stay. The city centre is only a five minute walk away. The hotel also has a restaurant, a bar/lounge and a café.
Maison Tassigny is a new guest house situated in the heart of Meursault. The old stone house from the 17th century has been recently restored to bring back it's old charm, with stone and wooden floors It features a garden, perfect for you to relax at the end of the day.
After breakfast we have included a taxi transfer to take you back to Beaune (20 mins), from where you can easily catch a train back to Dijon (30 mins) for your onward travel.
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