Itinerary
Burgundy is an open invitation to discover, taste and share. The Burgundian menu includes UNESCO World Heritage sites, exceptional food and the oldest wine trail in France. With nearly 100 appellations, Burgundy wine is distinguished by its great diversity (of both red and white) and 'climates,' shaped by soils and very specific geographical properties. On the Route des Grands Crus, the famous names are crisscrossed into a Burgundian patchwork: Meursault, Gevrey-Chambertin, Clos de Vougeot, Nuits St Georges, Vosne-Romanee, Pommard, Aloxe-Corton, Puligny-Montrachet... In a region known for its epicurean finesse, you can really enjoy fine dining. There will be excellent local dishes such as Oeufs en Meurette, Poulet de Bresse a la Creme, Perche aux Noix and of course exquisite cheeses like the pungent Epoisses de Bourgogne, to pair with the region's incredible Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines. You'll stay in excellent hotels including a handsome 19th century house in Beaune and in a charming hotel located in the heart of Vougeot vineyard.
Program zájezdu
Arrival in Beaune
At Beaune (breakfast)
At Beaune (breakfast)
Beaune to Nuits St Georges (breakfast,dinner)
At Nuits St Georges (breakfast,dinner)
At Nuits St Georges (breakfast,dinner)
Leave Nuits St Georges (breakfast)
Podrobnosti o zájezdu
accommodation
HOTEL GRILLON, BEAUNESet in shaded, flower-brimming grounds just 1 km from Hospices de Beaune in the city center with restaurants... this handsome late 19th-c. dwelling offers calm, charm and personality..life's finer things in Burgundy! Every moment of your stay at Hôtel Grillon is a discovery experience of hospitality and a pleasant atmosphere just made for relaxation. Sunny breakfast, sheer relaxation at the pool, 20air conditioned rooms, each one with a décor that says 'come along on a journey to dreamland' Extra nights: Please contact us for details. HOTEL DE VOUGEOT, VOUGEOTThe hotel offers accommodation in a traditional building with an on-site wine cellar. All the rooms are equipped with a bathroom, TV and minibar. Some of them overlook the vineyards and the castle Clos de Vougeot. The vault of the hotel is home to regional wines. There is a breakfast buffet which serves homemade jams, gingerbread, fresh fruit and cereals. Guests can request picnic lunches. Extra nights: Please contact us for details.
flights
International flights are not included
guide
As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. A local representative is on hand to assist you and will meet you at the beginning of the week to set up your bike and go through the route notes and point out particular places of interest. Your luggage is transferred and route notes and maps are provided. The route notes contain a 24-hour emergency assistance telephone number. In an emergency, the local representative is normally able to dispatch a taxi or pick you up themselves. They may wish to charge for this service.
insurance
meals
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.
optional
Other activities and services are not included
others
Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
Route directions and maps
High quality bikes
Luggage transfers between hotels
— Travel insurance — Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement) — Solo traveller supplement (where only one person is travelling on a departure date) — Visas & vaccinations — Possibility to book as an option, 2 wine tastings. Also, a possibility to book the tour with Half Board every day.
transport
Your luggage will be transported between the hotels by taxi or minibus. The local representative is often able to dispatch a taxi should you need it in an emergency, but may wish to charge you for this service.
Dobré vědět
Měna
Euro
Francie