Burgundy
Upcoming Dates
- May 10, 2009
- June 1, 2009
- July 6, 2009
- September 14, 2009
- October 4, 2009
- October 14, 2009
Accommodations
Classic
Ability Level
Athletic beginner
Terrain
Flat and rolling
Distance
Total: 241
Daily Average: 35
Arriving
Lyon
Departing
Dijon
Price
- $4,995
Bike Rental
Included!
La Route des Vins: In search of the perfect glass
BRAND NEW for 2009!
Highlights
- Stays in antique hotels and charming country inns
- Breathtaking views of the Bourg
- A wine tasting at an ancient underground cellar
- Cycling Mt. Afrique “le point culminant”
- Tour of the Abbaye de Cluny
Soak and sip up the Burgundy culture – over a thousand years of hilltop perched villages, royal chateaux, topiary-lined monasteries, and, of course, exceptional vineyards that make Burgundy wines some of the most sought after in the world. Join us as we taste our way through the premier crus of the Burgundy region.
Itinerary
Day 1—2 – Tournus
After a light lunch of fresh local cheeses in the town square, head towards the Natural Reseve of Truchere where the wind has amassed tons of sand over 10,000 years to form dunes along the river Saone. On day 2, loop to Brancoin and climb up to the Col de Brancion before an amazing ascent to the Bourg’s center for a spectacular view. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the village of Cluny.
Day 3 – Beaune
Head north into the Chalonnaise appellation. This natural stretch in the Cote d’Or produced many of the same geological formations found in other well known valleys. The wines produced here have the best quality to price ratio.
Day 4—5 – Levernois
Visit the southern half of the Cote d’Or, starting with visits in Sautenay, Puligny and La Rocheport. Along the way, view magnificent examples of varnished-shingle roofs that you’ll find prevalent in all of Burgundy and contrasted with the lush vineyards surrounding the area. On the way back, stop in the historic center of the Galois. On day 5, dive into the Cote de Nuits along the Route des Grands Crus. Stop by the Chateau de Corton-Andre before rolling into the quaint village of Nuits-St. Georges, the city famous for its production of Grand Cru.
Day 6—7 – La Brussiere
After a walking tour of Beaune in the morning, head out to Volnay and Pommard. The day’s ride will end in the 13th century Abbey de la Bussiere, founded by a fraction of the Citeaux branch. On day 7, cycle to the beautiful church at Ternant. Afterwards, it’s off to the Chateau Gevery-Chambertin where anyone tempted at cycling the Mt. Afrique before heading back home will be delighted by its view from the top. Regroup back at the hotel for an unforgettable last meal.
Day 8 – Au Revoir!
Explore another part of town or take the group shuttle to the airport.