Burgundy Highlights

Beaune is an exquisite French town, a source of art and history. It is one of France's key wine centres and a major hub for Burgundy's wine production and business. It is home to the famous Hotel-Dieu and Wine Museum, and has many shops, cafe-studded squares and a huge outdoor market to explore. Dinner is at leisure, you can choose from the many restaurants in town.

Today's excursion is devoted to discovering the famous wine area "Côte de Nuits", 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. You will also appreciate some famous sights such as the Château du Clos Vougeot or the Château of Gevrey Chambertin. Overnight in Beaune. Ascent/descent 382m/1253ft

Today you cycle to the delightful town of Chagny, crossed by the Canal du Centre and the ‘Voie Verte’ (cycle path). Following the cycling tracks will lead you to the prestigious ‘Côte de Beaune’ vineyards such as Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet or Pommard. You will have the opportunity also to visit the Château de la Rochepot: a magnificent 13th and 15th century fortress with roofs made of glazed tiles. We recommend you stop at Olivier Leflaive for a special cyclists wine tasting lunch in the town of Puligny-Montrachet (note: bookings are required). Overnight in Beaune. Ascent/descent 619m/2030ft

Leave the vineyards to explore the green forests and ride in the graceful ‘Rhoin’ valley to reach the ruins of the Ste Marguerite abbey. Return to Beaune through the ‘Hautes-Côtes-de-Beaune’ vineyards. The trip concludes on your return to Beaune. Ascent/descent 507m/1663ft We can book additional nights accommodation on request - please ask for our rates.