Burgundy Walking Tour

This hiking tour combines the most important and treasured assets of Burgundy : wine, cuisine, and heritage. It is also the perfect Burgundy wine tour to discover the most famous and delicious wines of the region.
The tour starts in Dijon and finishes in Beaune. Follow the Burgundy Wine Route or "Route du Vin" famous since the Gallo-Roman era, the trail runs through the heart of the Gevrey-Chambertin and Nuits Saint Georges vineyards, through the wine village of Savigny les Beaune and many more renowned vineyards.

Price from : 790€
Region : Burgundy
Duration : 6 Days / 5 Nights
Level :
Type : On the way
Category : Hiking
Trip : Self-guided
Activity : Walking
Dates : Starts any day

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Day 1 :   Arrive in Dijon

Arrival in Dijon. This city has easy access by train from Paris. You can explore the old city, the beautiful Palace of the Burgundy Dukes, which houses the Art Museum. You can also see the Saint Benigne Cathedral. Your hotel is conveniently located in the center of the city.

Orientation on site in the evening at the hotel.

Day 2 :   Gevrey Chambertin

Distance 1 : 12 Miles - 19 Km 
Elevation gain 1 : 456 Meters 

Explore Dijon in the early morning and then transfer by taxi at 9:30am to start hiking to Gevrey Chambertin.

You will enter the Cotes de Nuits vineyards. The village is the only one in the region producing rosé wine! Pass the oldest church of the region before arriving at Gevrey-Chambertin. In the village, there is an interesting 10th century castle with an old vaulted wine cellar.

Day 3 :   Hiking to Nuits St Georges

Distance 1 : 8 Miles - 12.5 Km 
Elevation gain 1 : 192 Meters 

Pick the GR7 trail and hike to Nuits Saint Georges, with its picturesque streets around the belfry.

You will walk through the Route des Grands Crus and discover several wine villages of the Cotes de Nuits vineyards, such as Chambolle-Musigny, Vougeot or Vosne Romanee. Vosne Romanee, together with Chambolle-Musigny and Gevrey Chambertin, produces the region's best red wines. Overnight in Nuits Saint Georges.

Day 4 :   Hautes Cotes de Nuits Wine Tour

Distance 1 : 9 Miles - 14 Km 
Elevation gain 1 : 355 Meters 

A loop hike towards the Hautes Côtes de Nuits vineyards. You will pass the villages of Chaux and Villars Fontaine. Return to Nuits Saint Georges.

Day 5 :   Hike to Beaune

Distance 1 : 12 Miles - 20 Km 
Elevation gain 1 : 413 Meters 

A taxi will transfer you at 9:30am to Arcenant, from here you will catch the GR76 to Beaune, famous for its Hospices. Today's itinerary will take you to the famous wine villages of Savigny les Beaune and Pernand Vergelesses.

Day 6 :   Departure Day

Departure after breakfast. Additional nights can be arranged.

Average / Day : Distance : 16.38 Km / 10.25 Miles - Elevation gain : 354.00 Meters

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Day : 1

Located in the heart of the history city center of Dijon, in Burgundy, the Hotel Philippe Le Bon and its two restaurants welcome you in a historic building. The history of the Hotel Philippe Le Bon, situated only a 2-minute walk from the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy, is intimately linked with the history of Burgundy. Indeed, the establishment is composed of three magnificent private hotels which are listed. The most interesting part of the building is for sure the gothic courtyard perfectly kept where you will have the chance to have a glass of wine or eat. Besides, several rooms have a view on the gothic courtyard. Nowadays, this establishment has a shaded terrace, a listed gothic courtyard and several cellars where you will have the chance to appreciate the mix of modernity and charm.


Day : 2

This Logis hotel is located in Côtes de Nuits on the Route des Grands Crus in Gevrey Chambertin.It offers air conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV.All of the rooms have private bathrooms and have a view of the village, vineyards or the castle.Guests are invited to relax in the lounge next to the fireplace.During the summer months, breakfast is served out on the terrace that overlooks the 12th-centurySaint Aignan church.


Day : 3, 4

Hostellerie Saint Vincent is conveniently located amidst Burgundy's famous vineyards. The hotel's location makes it easy to access the highlights of the region, yet provides a tranquil setting. On the grounds, there is the Alambic Restaurant, which provides its guests with a wine-cellar book and the 450 references for wines, of which 75 are from Nuits Saint Georges.


Day : 5

The 'Hôtel de la Cloche is a beautiful mansion located in the charming buildings of a former coaching inn from the 16th century with a lovely garden. Only a three minute walk away from the town centre we are glad to welcome you in this old residence with historical caracter.The peaceful setting, the quality of welcome and the many tourist sites will make up a very pleasant memory of your stay. The warm and family atmosphere of our hotel will charm you.


Day : 1

Located in the center of Dijon, La Cloche was built in 1884 and is listed as a heritage building. Enjoying the location near the Old Town and the Dukes' Palace, the hotel features a restaurant, a lounge bar, a business center, and a sauna. Golf courses are easy accessible in the surrounding area as well.


Day : 2

Les Deux Chevres provides informal luxury boutique hotel and rental accommodation in a converted winery in the village of Gevrey Chambertin. It occupies a beautiful location, surrounded on three sides by vineyards, in two historic buildings on the Rue de L’Eglise in the 'Old Quarter’ of the village. A collection of original art is available for guests enjoyment throughout the properties. The guest rooms at Les Deux Chèvres are individually decorated, some with exposed wooden beams. They each include a large private bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer.


Day : 3, 4

Located in the heart of Nuits-Saint-Georges, DOUCE NUITS enjoys a privileged location in the historic center near the restaurants and a 5-minute walk from the biggest vineyards of the wine-growing coast of Nuits. This charming property has undergone a global renovation in a creative and original style, with a sober but personalized decoration. The inspired dining room gives a touch of exoticism in a beautiful patio with palm trees and a pool where guests will enjoy their traditional breakfast.


Day : 5

Step across the threshold of Le Cep and enter a totally different world! A privileged welcome, an attentive front desk staff, a warm and cozy atmosphere, all the ingredients to ensure your stay in Beaune is a unique moment. We strive to establish a real relationship with our guests thanks to a friendly and welcoming hotel where you will be the center of attention. Affiliated to the Small Luxury hotels of the World, which include some of the best hotels in the world all representative of their regional identities, Le Cep owes its charm to the uniting of 2 private mansions and their historical 16th century courtyards. The 65 rooms, of which 29 suites, are decorated with antique furnishings, each carefully selected. The names of the rooms are inspired by local villages and Grand Cru wines: Chablis, Clos Vougeot, Romanée Conti, Charmes Chambertiné. Your voyage throughout Burgundy begins here!


Day : 1

In the authentic setting of the 15th century , the Hotel du Sauvage Dijon offers you a personalized welcome.Discover this amazing house in the heart of Dijon with comfortable rooms and great tranquility , dive into the history of this former coaching inn in the shade of the vine in the paved courtyard.


Day : 2

This Logis hotel is located in Côtes de Nuits on the Route des Grands Crus in Gevrey Chambertin.It offers air conditioned rooms with free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TV.All of the rooms have private bathrooms and have a view of the village, vineyards or the castle.Guests are invited to relax in the lounge next to the fireplace.During the summer months, breakfast is served out on the terrace that overlooks the 12th-centurySaint Aignan church.


Day : 3, 4

Hostellerie Saint Vincent is conveniently located amidst Burgundy's famous vineyards. The hotel's location makes it easy to access the highlights of the region, yet provides a tranquil setting. On the grounds, there is the Alambic Restaurant, which provides its guests with a wine-cellar book and the 450 references for wines, of which 75 are from Nuits Saint Georges.


Day : 5

The 'Hôtel de la Cloche is a beautiful mansion located in the charming buildings of a former coaching inn from the 16th century with a lovely garden. Only a three minute walk away from the town centre we are glad to welcome you in this old residence with historical caracter.The peaceful setting, the quality of welcome and the many tourist sites will make up a very pleasant memory of your stay. The warm and family atmosphere of our hotel will charm you.

Accessories


INCLUDED

Roadbook for Discovery allows you to travel freely with all the information you need for your trip: Stages, points of interest, itineraries with interactive guidance, travel documents.

All in offline mode, you download your file before leaving, then you have all the information necessary for your trip. (Phone not provided).


INCLUDED

Our roadbooks are complete packages of information that will help you to guide yourself through the itinerary that we have planned and laid out. We have invested significant time and incorporated the feedback of our customers over many years (since 1997!) to make our roadbooks even better. Our roadbooks include: color maps, highlighted routes, touristic information, orientation points to reach hotels, and easy to follow step by step directions (cue-sheets). Please note that for custom itineraries you will not have cue sheets. Only maps and GPS routes.


INCLUDED

Our Travelbooks are complete packages of information that will help you to guide yourself through the itinerary that we have planned and laid out. You will find information about the hotels, itinerary, regional informations...

Daily Elevation Profiles
Average / Day : Distance : 16.38 Km / 10.25 Miles - Elevation gain : 354.00 Meters
Day 2 :   Gevrey Chambertin

Option 1: 12 Miles - 19 Km  Elevation gain 1 : 456 Meters 

Day 3 :   Hiking to Nuits St Georges

Option 1: 8 Miles - 12.5 Km  Elevation gain 1 : 192 Meters 

Day 4 :   Hautes Cotes de Nuits Wine Tour

Option 1: 9 Miles - 14 Km  Elevation gain 1 : 355 Meters 

Day 5 :   Hike to Beaune

Option 1: 12 Miles - 20 Km  Elevation gain 1 : 413 Meters 

Included

  • 5 nights of accommodation in superior hotels of charm with private shower and/or bath
  • Daily breakfast at each hotel
  • Orientation in person with our local guide
  • Detailed ROAD BOOK, including details maps, touristic information, step by step itinerary and cue sheets
  • 1 GPS for every 1-3 people
  • All luggage transfers
  • Comprehensive trip literature
  • Technical and emergency support available at all times

What's not included

  • Airfare to and from the trip
  • Lodging before and after the trip
  • Drinks
  • Some meals are not included in each destination, which gives you the opportunity to explore regional cuisine on your own. You will find all information needed with our team support in your roadbook.
  • Option for an in-person orientation with a supplement.

Informations & Recommendations

Arrival city is Dijon; via Paris Gare de Lyon by TGV; 1 hour, 35 min. and departure city is Beaune, 2Hrs 10 min to Paris Gare de Lyon. Trains from CDG airport to Dijon possible.

Tour rates

Contact our tour consultants for more information and an exact rate based upon your travel dates.

Price from* & per person Double occupancy Single supplement
(traveling with a group)
Solo traveler
(traveling alone)
Basic 790 € 210 € 1290 €
Standard 850 € 260 € 1400 €
Upgraded 1090 € 320 € 1720 €
*Rates vary according to hotel availability and specific start date. Please contact us for triple room rates

Accessories

Accessories
Guidance Application Included
Biking Roadbook Included
Travelbook Included

Services available

Services available
Luggage transfer
    On a 2-person basis 155 €/pers

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