CYCLING THE VINEYARDS OF BURGUNDY

8 days from GBP749 to GBP799 land only
Tripcode: LSQ

Countries Visited: France

Enjoy fine food and wine of the beautiful Bourgogne whilst exploring a heritage stretching from the Gauls to the Romanesque

Burgundy styles itself 'The Land of Great Art and Good Living'. The landscape is an attractive patchwork of lush pastures and broad-leaved woodlands, interspersed with extensive vineyards. This is one of France's foremost wine regions and we will be passing some of the most valuable vines in the world. For those who enjoy some classic wines the names of the towns and villages will have a distinct resonance: Pommard, Beaune, Nuits Saint Georges. The architecture, too, is distinctive, with many fine old half-timbered buildings whose steeply-pitched roofs are patterned in multi-coloured tiles. The lattice of quiet lanes and tracks follows rivers and meandering canals and climbs into the hills to explore the enchanting countryside, ancient abbeys, historic towns and magnificent chateaux.

This itinerary enables an appreciation of the food, wine and the countryside but also provides some healthy exercise to justify a little indulgence at the end of each day. As well as guiding you between the charming mediaeval villages we will recommend a number of possibilities for you to taste the fine wines of Burgundy en route.

What makes this trip responsible?

Cycling is a fantastic way to travel while minimising your impact on the environment. Pedalling under your own steam we help the economy of the small villages and communities that we pass through and we use a local operator who employs local staff and uses small, family run hotels.

Take the Train

Here at Exodus we feel the need to offer our clients an alternative to air travel within Europe and to destinations where taking the train can be a viable alternative to flying.

Working in cooperation with Rail Europe, our sales team will be happy to reserve your seats and tickets can be booked 3 months prior right up until the day of departure, subject to availability. Suggested train times and further information can be found within the Trip Notes.

Itinerary

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Day 1

Start Dijon.

Day 2

Leave mediaeval Dijon and pedal via Nuits St Georges, the capital of the Cotes de Nuits vineyards, to Beaune. The fascinating old town is a great place to explore and eat with plenty of shops and restaurants.

Day 3

Today is free to relax and enjoy Beaune's many attractions or take an optional cycle ride. The town is delightful and it is possible to visit the Hospice de Beaune museum, one of the finest examples of French 15th century architecture.

Day 4

Pass the villages of Pommard and Meursault and the 13th century chateau at La Rochepot, and cycle on to the lovely old town of Nolay.

Day 5

Leave the vineyards behind and cycle through the forested uplands to the hilltop village of Chateauneuf en Auxois, with beautiful views over the surrounding countryside.

Day 6

A day to relax, take an optional cycle ride or explore the tiny streets and chateau in the mediaeval village.

Day 7

Most of the route follows the Burgundy Canal past Velars-sur-Ouche and then on to Dijon to complete the circuit.

Day 8

End Dijon.

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