Current as of: January 20, 2020 - 15:46 Valid for departures: From September 20, 2019 to December 31, 2030 Walking Beaune's Grand Cru Vineyards Trip Notes Ways to Travel: Self-Guided Holidays 7 Days Land only Trip Code: Destinations: Adventure Holidays in France Min age: 12 W06BG Leisurely / Programmes: Walking & Trekking Moderate Trip Overview Here you'll nd medieval Beaune, whose walled old town houses the immaculately preserved 15th century Hospices de Beaune, picture-perfect Meursault and a host of authentic Burgundy chateaux; this region has more chateaux than any other in France. To the north, past the Combe Lavaux - Jean Roland Nature Reserve, where wildowers grow and peregrine falcons and eagles nest, lies the regional capital of Dijon. The city boasts a rich blend of architecture alongside the magnicent palace of the Valois Dukes, now home to the Museum of Fine Art. The walks provide a wonderful balance of quiet country lanes, vineyard tracks and woodland trails taking in sleepy, unspoilt villages, majestic vine-clad hills and ancient oak forest. Sample ne wines in 13th century cellars and enjoy lunch in a selection of medieval towns including world-renowned Nuits-St-Georges. Walk the historic streets of Dijon and hunt for trufes with Yann and his dog Elfe in the grounds of a secluded chateau. This area is popular with gastronomes and for good reason! You'll stay in wonderful hotels including an elegantly renovated farmhouse with picturesque gardens, a lovingly restored former winery and a modern 4 star hotel complete with spa facilities. At a Glance 6 nights hotel-to-hotel accommodation Continental breakfasts Management by local agent Route directions and maps Luggage transfers between hotels Walking transfers Trip Highlights Lovingly restored historic hotels and a perfectly located Beaune hotel, two minutes from the stunning Hospices de Beaune Discover Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy Varied walking: vineyard tracks, country lanes, waterside paths and greenways Group As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. Your luggage is transferred and route notes and maps are provided. The route notes contain a 24-hour emergency assistance telephone number. In emergency, the hotels are normally able to dispatch a taxi or pick you up themselves. They may wish to charge for this service. Adult min age: 18 Child min age: 12 Child max age: 17 Itinerary Land Only Start City: Beaune End City: Beaune Land Only Itinerary Day 1 Arrive in Beaune Take time to discover this lovely city and marvel at the multi-coloured roofs of the 15th-century Hospices de Beaune just two minutes from your hotel. Day 2 Beaune to Gevrey-Chambertin Cross the limestone escarpment of the Côte d’Or with wonderful views across the plain. Descend to the village of Chenôve and wind your way along the Chemin des Grand Crus to Gevrey-Chambertin. Stay the night at the Rotisserie de Chambertin. Meals included: Breakfast Distance covered: 14 km / 9 miles Day 3 At Gevrey-Chambertin Options today include taking the train to Dijon or Beaune. In Dijon stroll the history-lled streets and alleyways with 12th-15th century timbered houses to see the Church of Notre Dame, cathedral and the grand Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy. In Beaune marvel at the multi-coloured roofs of the 15th century Hospices de Beaune. Meals included: Breakfast Day 4 Gevrey-Chambertin to Vosne-Romanée Leave the vines behind today and head up into the woods where you'll follow an old disused railway track. Wind through shady, protected woodland before emerging back into the sun-soaked vines behind tranquil Morey-St-Denis, a good place to enjoy a coffee break. Continue on through the sleepy village of Chambolle-Musigny to Vougeot and visit the historic Chateau du Clos de Vougeot which produces one of the world's most celebrated Grand Cru wines. Meals included: Breakfast Distance covered: 12 km / 7.5 miles Day 5 At Vosne-Romanée There are two options for your 'rest day'. You could walk up through the woods to a secluded chateau in the hills, behind the vineyards of Vosne-Romanee - here you have the opportunity to learn about trufe hunting in the chateau grounds with Thierry, his son Yann and their specially trained dog Elfe (Thursday to Monday only). Alternatively take a stroll through the vines to the world-famous medieval town of Nuits-St-Georges. Explore the town and enjoy lunch here, then maybe a spot of wine tasting in one of the many local caves. Meals included: Breakfast Day 6 Vosne-Romanée to Beaune A 25-minute transfer takes you to Pernand-Vergelesses to follow vineyard tracks past the Hill of Corton, once owned by Holy Roman Emperor Charlemagne. Then it's on to medieval Savigny-les-Beaune for a morning coffee next to the impressive chateau, which houses a collection of vintage cars, motorbikes and planes. Walking up through woodland, you emerge above Beaune with spectacular views over the town and its surrounds. Descending into the vineyards you can visit the Parc de la Bouzaise or Beaune before continuing on to the hotel. Meals included: Breakfast Distance covered: 16 km / 10 miles Day 7 Leave Beaune Meals included: Breakfast Accommodation Hotels You will stay in 4 star hotels including a 17th century Chateau and a recently rennovated 16th century hotel located in Beaune city centre Where a single supplement is available, paying for a single will only guarantee a room for single use. It does not necessarily mean a twin or double room will be provided for sole occupancy. Please note that a member of the group may be allocated a single room by default if the make-up of the group means there isn’t anyone for them to share with. Paying the supplement in advance is the only way to guarantee a single room. Single supplements cannot be refunded retrospectively. Single supplement from $533.20 USD Food & Transport Eating & Drinking France is a country renowned for its food and wine and this trip should give you the full avour of Burgundy. Suggestions of what to do for lunch are in the cycling notes. Self-guided cycling lends itself perfectly to picnics, it is always a good option to pick up some local produce and then pick a spot along your route to stop and eat it. For dinner you will be spoilt for choice; Burgundians are passionate about both their food and wine. Boeuf Bourguignon (a stew with beef in red wine), Escargots à la Bourgogne (snails) and Coq au Vin (chicken braised with wine) are arguably the most famous exports but the prime local ingredients are expertly showcased in countless mouthwatering dishes. Common main ingredients are pigeon, quail, boar, venison and freshwater sh. You will nd many small, independent suppliers offering local pates, cheese, sausages and mustard, synonymous with Dijon. Food markets are a delight to visit - support for individual artisan food producers is something the region excels in. Weather & Seasonality Weather Information Burgundy is situated in the heart of France and usually has warm or hot summers with a continental feel to them. Generally the summer months are warm and dry, with rainfall averaging 6cm per month in July and August. The climate in Spring and Autumn is a mixture of sun and scattered showers with temperatures in the mid 20s (degrees celcius). Weather Charts Joining Instructions Full joining instructions including local emergency numbers will be sent to you as part of our Final Joining Instructions. If you do not receive these at least a week before departure, or require them earlier please contact our ofce or your travel agent. Location start: Beaune Location end: Beaune What to Take Environmental Considerations We believe in reducing our negative environmental impacts wherever possible, this goes for when you need to spend a penny in the great outdoors! If no facilities are available there may come a time when you need to go to the loo behind a tree/bush/rock. To avoid leaving toilet paper behind we recommend taking biodegradable dog poo/sandwich bags with you. Once you have done your business you can pop the used toilet roll in here and take it off the mountain or trail at the end of the day and dispose of it when there are appropriate facilities available. Practical Information Passport Adventure Holidays in France Most nationalities, including US, require a full passport that must be valid beyond the intended length of stay. It is your responsibility to have the correct personal documents and to obtain your own visa, if one is necessary, in accordance with the regulations of the country you are to visit. The information below is primarily for US passport holders, and other nationalities should check with their travel agent or the relevant embassies. We are not responsible for the actions of local immigration and customs of officials, whether at points of entry or otherwise, and any subsequent effects. Visa Adventure Holidays in France No visa required for US passport holders. 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