Take a break and gaze upon the fruits of the region
Marvel at the stunning buildings set amongst idyllic grounds
Enjoy riding through the exquisite landscape covered on the tour
Cruise through the French countryside, soaking up the views
Breathtaking landscapes alll around
Immerse yourself in the lush surroundings as you ride by
Explore the wine making of the region

Tour de Burgundy Vineyards

Duration
7 days
Site savings
$75
From
$3,661 USD

Located in central France, Burgundy is in many ways the food, wine and historical heartland of France. Once you experience the wonders of this magical region, you will understand why this is such a popular tour. You will enjoy spectacular scenery on beautiful cycling routes. On top of this, the tour is structured so that you get to enjoy some amazing accommodation properties that are high in character, history and culture, and low in mass tourism.

  • Category
    For Food Lovers
  • Type
    Fully Guided
  • Duration
    7 days
  • Culture Level
    Familiar
  • Skill Level
    2 - Novice
  • Activity Level
    2 - Moderate
  • Elevation
    2 - Moderate
  • Terrain
    Agricultural
  • Distance
    158.4 miles
  • Avg. Daily Distance
    31.7 miles
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For many the mere mention of the word Burgundy brings visions of wine, from the crisp whites of Chablis and Montrachet to the prestigious reds of the Côte D’Or  — Nuits-St-George, Pommard, Aloxe-Corton and Vosne-Romanée being but a few. Yet Burgundy is just as equally famed for its cuisine. Think of the famous boeuf bourguignon, burgundy snails, Dijon mustard...just a few of the specialities that you will discover on this gastronomical journey through the food and wine heartland of France.

Even without the food and wine, a journey in Burgundy is one of beauty. This blessed region combines the rolling hills of the Mâconais and Chalonais in the south; the wild Morvan plateau to the north-west; and of course the steep-sided côtes of the prestigious wine districts around Beaune. The countryside is crisscrossed with canals, tiny lanes and bike paths, and the scenery is divided between perfectly tended vineyards, fields of wheat, maize and sunflowers, and the forests used for making the prized French oak wine barrels.

Burgundy has more than its fair share of man-made highlights as well. From the 8th century BC when Celts invaded from what is present-day Austria, through to the Roman empire in the 1st century, the Gallo-Roman civilisation expanded and left its mark on the landscape. The first Christian churches were built as early as the 4th century. Magnificent abbeys were founded at Cluny and Vézelay in the 10th century, and in the later middle ages cathedrals sprang up at Auxerre, Autun and Dijon. The burgeoning wine trade resulted in superb architecture for the wealthy merchants who built stunning houses and public buildings in Beaune, Auxerre, Dijon and Autun.

Tour inclusions and exclusions at a glance:

What's included?
Items included in the cost of the tour

  • Flexible collection and drop off at local airport or train station
  • Detailed riding instructions and color route maps
  • Accommodation
  • Gourmet dinners every night
  • Fine wine (or soft drink alternative) with all evening meals and coffee to follow
  • 2 experienced bilingual guides with each tour
  • Luggage transfers
  • Entrance fees
  • Breakfast daily
  • Free bike rental is included in the price of this tour (upgrade options are available - please see below).
What's not included?
Items not included in the cost of the tour

  • International / Domestic flights
  • Visas
  • Lunches

Tour options and upgrades:

3 equipment options available
1 tour add-on available