7 Days & 6 Nights

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Walking in Burgundy

Relaxed walking along ‘Chemin des Grand Crus’ through Burgundy’s vineyards
Sample world-famous wines such as Pinot Noir reds and Aligoté whites
Explore the medieval cities of Dijon and Beaune
Enjoy local delicacies like classic beef bourguignon
Visit historic Châteaux and atmospheric wine caves en route

Discover the Burgundy wine route on this inn to inn walking holiday, from Dijon to Meursault. Walk through UNESCO world heritage designated vineyards and peaceful woodland on the ‘Chemin des Grands Crus’; a trail through Côte d’Or wine country passing the famous Côte de Nuits and the Côte de Beaune regions. Stop along the way for tastings in local caves and relax at the end of the day in charming hotels and guesthouses. A gastronomic hot spot, enjoy some of the most decadent and imaginative dishes France has to offer, as well as hearty classics like beef bourguinon.

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Day 1 Arrive Dijon

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.

Overnight Dijon

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.

Le Petit Tertre | Guest House

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.

Hotel des Ducs | Hotel

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.

Day 2 Transfer to Marsannay-la–Côte and walk to Gevrey-Chambertain 5 miles / 8.5 km

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.

Overnight Gevrey-Chambertin

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 Arts & Terroirs

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.

Day 3 Walk to Nuits-Saint-Georges & Wine Tour 8.5 miles / 13.8 km

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.

Overnight Nuits-Saint-Georges

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.

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Vign’Appart | Apparthotel

A lovely modern 4* hotel/self-catering apartment.

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.

Day 4 Walk to Beaune 7.5 miles / 12 km

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).

Overnight Beaune

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 Belle Époque | Hotel

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.

Hotel des Ramparts | Hotel

Located in the medieval centre of Beaune, this hotel is a former 17^th 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.

Le Jardin de Lois | Guest House

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.

Day 5 Free Day Beaune

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.

Overnight Beaune

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 Belle Époque | Hotel

Hotel des Ramparts | Hotel

Le Jardin de Lois | Guest House

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.

Day 6 Walk to Meursault 9 miles / 15 km

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.

Overnight Meursault

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

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 | Hotel

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

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.

Day 7 Onward Travel

THIS TRIP'S CARBON SCORE

This trip has a carbon score of 2kg per person per night, meaning it’s one of our best trips! For comparison, a carbon count of 2kg is equivalent to 3 pints of local ale in the pub. Here at Macs, we pride ourselves on being a responsible travel company and continue to adopt, develop and innovate ways to positively impact the environment. Find out more information on how we've carbon counted our trips.

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Is it for me?

This tour in France’s Burgundy region is perfect is you want to sample delicious food and wine, while walking at a relaxed pace. The walking is easy-going with ample opportunity to stop for wine tastings along the way. You will be walking on a mixture of paved/unpaved quiet country roads and woodland trails. Stay in a mix of 3* standard hotels and guesthouses. A free day in Beaune allows plenty of time for discovery or relaxing.

Trip Type:

Slower Adventures | Where walking and cycling meet easy-going exploring, our Slower Adventures are the perfect combination. Most days are filled with picturesque journeys with some free time to dive into the destination and experience the people, local food and culture as you go.

Activity:

Inn to Inn Walking | Walk from place-to-place changing accommodations each night. Generally staying in B&Bs, inns, and guesthouses.

This trip is suitable for:

Solo Travellers, Families with Teens

The minimum age for this tour is: 12 Years

Ideal if you have an interest in:

Foodie

Wine

Accessible by Rail

Grade & Terrain

This trip is graded ‘easy’ with average daily distance being 12km. The walking is mostly flat, and two rest days are included. While there are a few hills, these are short and nothing too strenuous. The trails are a combination of tarmac country roads, dirt trails and woodland trails. This tour is suitable for walkers with reasonnable physical fitness.

Accommodation & Meals Navigation What's Included

Included

Wine Tour at Bernard Rion vineyard
3 Nights accommodation in 3* hotels, 3 nights in comfortable guesthouses
5 Breakfasts
Luggage transfers
Transfers as per the itinerary
Detailed information pack, route notes and maps
GPX tracks and access to our GPS navigation app
24/7 telephone support from our UK office

Excluded

Travel insurance (required)
Travel to Dijon
Travel from Beaune
Lunches
Dinners
Breakfast on Day 4
Personal equipment
Drinks and snacks

Extras

Additional nights before, during and after the walk

When to go Travel & Transfers Info & FAQ

General Information

Wine Tour

Travel Insurance

It is a requirement of booking this tour with Macs Adventure that you have suitable travel insurance which covers you for the activity and emergency evacuation and hospital care.