Gourmet Walking in Burgundy's Vineyards
Tour Overview
Embark on a delightful journey through the heart of Burgundy with our "Gourmet Walking in Burgundy's Vineyards" tour. This immersive experience takes you through the gastronomic and wine capitals of Dijon and Beaune, where you will explore the renowned appellations of Gevrey Chambertin, Chambolle Musigny, and Vougeot. Wander through charming medieval villages, visit majestic chateaux, and savor the region's exquisite wines and culinary delights. Stay in a selection of elegant 3-star hotels, including the historic Hotel Des Ducs in Dijon and the picturesque Hostellerie de la Bretonnière in Beaune. Enjoy guided walks, wine tastings, and the opportunity to discover local specialties such as blackcurrant liquor and Burgundy truffles. This tour promises a perfect blend of cultural exploration, historical insights, and gourmet indulgence. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival In Dijon
Location: Dijon
Accommodation Name: Hotel Des Ducs
An emblematic city of gastronomy and lifestyle, Dijon is also the gateway to some of the most prestigious vineyards in France. Stroll in the narrow streets of the old city and feel free to follow the smell of mustard and gingerbread and stop for a tasting.Dijon is called 'The town of 100 bells', because of its beautifully preserved architectural heritage, dating back to the Middle Ages and the Renaissance. ...more ...less
Day 2 : Dijon To Gevrey Chambertin Via Marsannay
Location: Dijon
Accommodation Name: Hotel Arts et Terroirs
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Transfer to Marsannay, a city reputed for its rose wines (unique in the Burgundian region). This village opens the Route des Grands Crus de Bourgogne and offers a landscape of soft curves, where vineyards run in close rows from villages to villages. This is a land where the plots surrounded by old dry stone walls are called clos (enclosures), and where beautiful castles like to leapfrog up the hills. With its double vaulted cellars, Marsannay's cellar is a good place to start on the route.Continue towards Fixey and Gevrey-Chambertin. Known worldwide, the small town didn't let fame change it-it's still peacefully wrapped around its Romanesque church and medieval castle. To get a look at the town's panorama, you have to take the high path, just behind the vineyards. It is worth a look!On your way, possibility to visit a manufacturer of raw milk cheeses with an introduction to the Burgundian favours with various cheese tasting.
Day 3 : Gevrey Chambertin To Nuits St Georges
Location: Nuits-Saint-Georges
Accommodation Name: Hostellerie la Gentilhommiere
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Cross through the Grand Cru vineyards towards Morey Saint Denis. Pass by the village of Chambolle Musigny, and Romanee Conti. You could almost miss this vineyard (and what a shame if you did)! A simple sign in the shape of a crucifix by the side of the road indicates one of the most treasured grape plots in the world, that of the domain Romanee-Conti. It is there, on 1.8 hectares (4.5 acres), that the most expensive and most famous red wines on the planet are born. The secret of this nectar with aromas of rosehips and rose petals? Its climate, its land which enjoys perfect exposure and the work of the winemakers that has improved the wine over the centuries.
Then head to one of the most famous sites of Burgundy, the majestic Chateau de Clos Vougeot.This majestic castle crowned with a roof of glazed tiles, standing like an islet planted in the middle of the vineyards. You can see it from a distance, and approach the awe-inspiring portal of this mythical enclosure with a little thrill. This is the den of the knights of Tastevin, a venerable brotherhood of 12,000 ambassadors of Burgundy all over the world. The old grape presses, the wine cellar and the large cellar set the scene as it was in the 12th century, under the motto: 'Jamais en vain, toujours en vin' ('Never in vain, always in wine').
Day 4 : At Nuits St Georges
Location: Nuits-Saint-Georges
Accommodation Name: Hostellerie la Gentilhommiere
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today's walk leads you to a farmhouse producing red fruits where a visit and tasting of the local blackcurrant liquor is possible. Burgundy is not just famous for its namesake wines; a small black and shiny berry also takes the spotlight on the Hautes Cotes of Nuits-Saint-Georges. Next to the vineyards, blackcurrant plantations are budding with fragrance in July, at the time of the harvest. Blackcurrant has been cultivated in Burgundy for over four centuries. Associated with an aligote white wine, the blackcurrant liquor produces the famous kir, a 100% Burgundian aperitif.
Today you have several options of visits : on the way back you can visit a winery in Vosne Romanee. Then discover the terroirs and hunt the Burgundy Truffle with the dogs in a local estate. To end perfectly this day why not to stop for a visit and tasting of 5 wines including Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru.
Day 5 : Nuits St Georges To Beaune
Location: Beaune
Accommodation Name: Hostellerie de la Bretonniere
Meals Included: Breakfast
After a transfer today’s walk leads you to the Hautes Côtes de Nuits: the landscape is delightful, with beautiful views across the valley. Pass through charming villages and descend into the Côtes de Beaune where you reach other picturesque little villages such as, Aloxe-Corton, famous for white wines like Corton-Charlemagne, one of the best in Burgundy.
Day 6 : At Beaune
Location: Beaune
Accommodation Name: Hostellerie de la Bretonniere
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Enjoy a visit at the 'Hotel Dieu' this flamboyant Gothic 15th century former hospital, crowned with polychrome slates, is known worldwide for its 60 hectare (150 acre) vineyard. The wines of Cotes de Nuit, Pouilly-Fuisse and Cotes de Beaune are sold at auction.Alternatively, walk through the first Premiers Crus vineyards, heading to 'la montagne de Beaune' and continue through the forest. Loop back to Beaune for an afternoon of training your taste buds with the possibility of visiting an artisanal chocolaterie followed by wine tasting in one of the wineries.
Day 7 : Leave Beaune
Location: Beaune
Meals Included: Breakfast
Depart Beaune after breakfast.
What's Included
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Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
The tour is managed by a local Headwater-appointed agent.
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6 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation in a mix of 3 star hotels
Accommodation includes 6 nights in a mix of 3-star hotels.
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All breakfast and 3 evening meals
The tour includes all breakfasts and 3 evening meals.
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Route directions and maps
Route directions and maps are provided for the tour.
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Walking transfers
Walking transfers are included in the tour.
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Luggage transfers between hotels
Luggage transfers between hotels are included.
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Meals
The tour includes 6 breakfasts, 0 lunches, and 4 dinners.
What's Not Included
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Visas and vaccinations
Visas and vaccinations are not included in the tour.
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Single accommodation (available on request, compulsory supplement)
Single accommodation is available on request and requires a compulsory supplement.
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Travel insurance
Travel insurance is not included in the tour.
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Transfers for Land only (available on request at additional cost)
Transfers for land-only bookings are available on request at an additional cost.
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Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date)
A solo traveller supplement applies if only one person is travelling on a departure date.
Food
All breakfasts and 3 evening meals are included. Burgundy is in short a gold mine for those who have a passion for both fine food and fine wine. Burgundy is first and foremost a land of excellent wines and so naturally they are omnipresent in the local cuisine. From the traditional beef bourguignon, a wine-based dish bien sûr, to dishes that are "en meurette," meaning cooked with lardons and red wine. Such dishes include œufs au vin (eggs), coq au vin, as well as charcuterie and jambon persillé (parsleyed ham). All regional dishes are either prepared and/or enjoyed with wine made by one of the marvelous winemakers of Burgundy.
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Accommodation
Stay in a mix of charming 3-star hotels, including the historic Hotel Des Ducs in Dijon, the elegant Hotel Arts et Terroirs in Gevrey Chambertin, the 16th-century Hostellerie la Gentilhommiere in Nuits St Georges, and the traditional Hostellerie de la Bretonnière in Beaune.
Mode of Transport
Enjoy walking transfers and luggage transfers between hotels, allowing you to explore the beautiful Burgundy region on foot without the hassle of carrying your belongings.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?
You will stay in a mix of 3-star hotels, including Hotel Des Ducs in Dijon, Hotel Arts et Terroirs in Gevrey Chambertin, Hostellerie la Gentilhommiere in Nuits St Georges, and Hostellerie de la Bretonniere in Beaune. These hotels offer amenities such as free Wi-Fi, buffet breakfast, and unique features like a wine bar and outdoor swimming pool. ...more ...less
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes all breakfasts and 3 evening meals. Specifically, you will have 6 breakfasts and 4 dinners during the tour.
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What kind of activities are included in the tour?
The tour includes walking through famous vineyards, visiting medieval villages and chateaux, wine and cheese tastings, and exploring local markets. You will also have the opportunity to visit a farmhouse producing blackcurrant liquor and a local estate for truffle hunting.
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Is luggage transfer provided during the tour?
Yes, luggage transfers between hotels are included in the tour package.
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What are some of the highlights of the tour?
Highlights include visiting the gastronomic and wine capitals of Dijon and Beaune, walking through the famous appellations of Burgundy such as Gevrey Chambertin, Chambolle Musigny, and Vougeot, and discovering charming medieval villages and majestic chateaux.
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Are there any additional costs not included in the tour package?
Yes, additional costs not included in the tour package are visas and vaccinations, single accommodation supplements, travel insurance, and transfers for land-only options. Solo traveler supplements may also apply.
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What is the starting and ending point of the tour?
The tour starts in Dijon and ends in Beaune.
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What kind of food can I expect in Burgundy?
Burgundy is known for its excellent wines and fine cuisine. Traditional dishes include beef bourguignon, coq au vin, and jambon persillé (parsleyed ham), often prepared with local wines.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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Gourmet Walking in Burgundy's Vineyards
7 Days Starting in Dijon, France and ending in Beaune, France
Visiting: Dijon, Nuits-Saint-Georges, Beaune
Tour operator:
Tour code:
W06BN
Guide Type:
Self Guided
Group size:
2 - 6
Age range:
12-99
