Walking in Burgundy in Style

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Easy walking along ‘Chemin des Grand Crus’ through Burgundy’s vineyards
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
Relax in 4* guesthouses, hotels and chateaux

Discover the Burgundy wine route on this walking holiday, from Dijon to Meursault, staying in comfortable 4* hotels, guesthouses and chateaux. 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.

What To Expect

Travel restrictions and resources, to and from any destination

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 4* standard hotels, guesthouses and chateaux. A free day in Beaune allows plenty of time for discovery or relaxing.

Tour Type:

In Style | After a day of exciting adventures and soaking up unbeatable scenery, retreat to stylish accommodations and unwind with fine food and wine. This trip type is for those who like sophisticated places to stay and are looking for active routes but still want the holiday to feel special.

Activity:

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

This trip is suitable for:

Solo Travellers

As a guide, we would suggest that the minimum age of traveler this tour would be suitable for is: 12 Years

Ideal if you have an interest in:

Foodie
Wine
Accessible by Rail

Activity Level & Terrain

This trip is graded ‘easy-moderate’ with average daily distance being 14km. 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 good physical fitness.

Navigation

All trails are way-marked, and together with access to our GPS-following app, maps and route notes you will have no problem finding your way.

Accommodations

Stay 3 nights in 4* standard hotels, 3 nights in Châteaux hotels and 1 night in a 4* standard guesthouse. In the itinerary you will find an example of the accommodation we use on this trip. All accommodation is subject to availability and therefore alternatives of an equal standard may be offered.

Single Rooms & Solo Walkers

If you require single rooms we would be happy to book this for you (supplements apply). We also welcome solo walkers on this tour.

Meals

Breakfasts are included each day, as well as 1 dinner in an award winning gastronomic restaurant in Beaune (on day 4 or 5 depending on availaiblity). This is usually at Loiseau des Vignes, one of the Michelin recommend restaurants owned by famous French chef, bernard Loiseau.

On all other nights dinner can be purchased in each town with several options being available in each town- you will be spoilt for choice! Beaune is home to two award winning restaurants and Dijon has several - so why not treat yourself to the ultimate gastronomic experience?

Packed lunch items can be bought locally from supermarkets or the local boulangerie.

Included

4 Nights accommodation in 4* standard hotels, 2 nights in a 4* Château hotel and 1 night in a 4* standard guesthouse
7 Breakfasts
Gastronomic dinner on day 4
Wine Tour at the Domaine Mongeard-Mugneret
Luggage transfers
Transfers as per the itinerary
Access to maps, GPX tracks and daily route information with the Macs Adventure smartphone navigation app
All your trip documents provided digitally through your online Macs “My Account”
24/7 telephone support from our UK office

Excluded

Personal equipment
Drinks and snacks
All other dinners
Lunches
Travel from Beaune
Travel to Dijon
Travel insurance (required)

Extras

Additional nights before, during and after the walk

When To Go

This tour is available from mid-May to mid-October. Any time within this period is ideal for walking. The grape harvest tends to take place the last week of September (variable) so please note that the vineyards will be busy during this time, with a lot of activity going on. This is an interesting time to be in the area, but be aware that there will be more vehicles on the small country roads than normal.

Getting to the Start

Fly: into Paris Charles de Gaulle, Orly or Beauvais airports. Take a train or bus from the airport to the city centre and from the centre (Gare de Lyon) take a direct TGV train to Dijon (approx. 1 hour 40 mins). Train times and details can be found at www.sncf.com.

You could also fly into Lyon or Geneva and take the train from there (3 hours/3 hours 30 mins)

Train: Eurostar from London St-Pancras International to Paris (Gard du Nord). Change here and travel to Paris Gare de Lyon (by RER) From Gare de Lyon, take a direct TGV train to Dijon Ville (approx. 1 hour 40 mins). The total journey time is approx. 5 hours and the whole trip can be booked at www.eurostar.com.

Drive: From Folkestone, take the Eurotunnel shuttle to Calais, and continue driving from here. From Calais, it is about a 5 hour drive to Dijon. Booking and more info can be found at www.eurotunnel.com

Drive and Ferry: Drive to Dover and take the ferry to Calais (approx. 1 hour 15 mins crossing). Then drive onto Dijon (approx. 5 hours drive). Ferry info and booking can be found at www.poferries.com

Getting from the End

On day 7, you will be transferred from your hotel in Meursault to Beaune train station. From here you can take a train back to Dijon (approx. 30 mins). Train details can be found at www.voyages-sncf.com. From Dijon you can take a TGV train to many locations in France and Europe, or continue home via one of the methods mentioned in the ‘Getting to’ section.

General Information

Wine Tour

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.

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Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Dijon Day 2 Transfer to Marsannay-la–Côte and walk to Gevrey-Chambertain 5 miles / 8.5 km Day 3 Walk to Vosnes-Romanee and wine tour 7.5 miles / 11 km Day 4 Walk to Beaune 7.5 miles / 12 km Day 5 Free Day Beaune Day 6 Walk to Meursault 9 miles / 15 km Day 7 Free day in Meursault or loop walk 4 miles / 7 km Day 8 Onward Travel

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