Burgundy Wine Trail

Day 1: Dijon
Day 2: Marsannay - Gevrey-Chambertin, 6 mi. (9 km)
Day 3: Gevrey-Chambertin - Nuit Saint Georges, 9 mi. (14 km)
Day 4: Nuit Saint Georges/Chaux - Beaune, 12 mi. (19 km)
Day 5: Beaune (free day)
Day 6: Beaune - Meursault, 6 mi. (10 km)
Day 7: Meursault, 12 mi. (20 km)
Day 8: Meursault

All distances are approximate. The above-planned itinerary is subject to change due to changing wind and weather conditions and other unforeseen circumstances.

Day 1: Dijon
Dijon, the capital of Burgundy, is the start of your walking tour. Not only is the town steeped in a rich and varied history dating back to the 3rd century BC, but it is abundantly graced with old architecture and historic buildings. Explore the renowned Musée des Beaux-Arts, housed in the grand Palais des Ducs (Palace of the Dukes), with its rich collection of paintings, sculptures, crafts, and antiquities. A tour briefing will be offered later in the day with the delivery of the road book, map, and tourist information. 

Sample accommodation: Hotel des Ducs

Day 2: Marsannay - Gevrey-Chambertin, 6 mi. (9 km)
You are requested to have your luggage at the hotel reception by 10 am.  At your leisure, you can check out and continue to explore Dijon on foot. Visit the Sacred Art Museum in Sainte Anne’s Chapel, the cathedral of Notre Dame, or the Archeological Museum, amongst others. After lunch, a taxi will transfer you to Marsannay-la-Côte. From Marsannay, where rosé wines are made and unique in the Burgundy region, you will start your walk towards Fixey. Here, a lovely 10th Century church, one of the oldest in the region, can be found. You will end your walking at Gevrey-Chambertin, a wine town still guarded by an ancient fortified castle.

Sample accommodation: Hotel Arts et Terroirs
Options:
Wine tasting (approx. €27 pp). If you prefer, you may choose to do this on Day 3.
Cold wine tasting lunch (approx. €75 pp) in a winery in Gevrey Chambertin.

Day 3: Gevrey-Chambertin - Nuit Saint Georges, 9 mi. (14 km)
Today, your walking tour will cut through the Grand Cur vineyards towards Morey Saint-Denis. You will pass the wine village of Chambolle Musigny, then walk your way to the impressive Château de Clos Vougeot. This historic castle, a symbol of Burgundy's wine-growing and gastronomic heritage, contains a 12th-century wine cellar and an original gigantic wine press. Your walking trail continues across the Echezeaux and Grand Echezeaux vineyards and then lands you in the heart of some world-renowned vineyards: La Romanée, Romanée-Conti, Richebourg, La Tâche.

Sample accommodation: Hostellerie St. Vincent

Day 4: Nuit Saint Georges/Chaux - Beaune, 12 mi. (19 km)
Start the day with an uphill walk, past vineyard-covered slopes, to the Hautes-Cotes de Nuits region - reputed for its delicious red wines. Rolling valleys, panoramic views, and beautiful wine country will keep you motivated. Pass through the charming village of Villers-la-Faye, with its 11th-century church perched on top of Mont Saint-Victor. Descend into Côtes de Beaune, where Pernant-Vergelesses wine is produced, and onto one of the most picturesque little villages in the area, Aloxe-Corton, famous for white wines like Corton-Charlemagne, one of the best in Burgundy. You reach Beaune, a magical Burgundian city of medieval charm, famous for its hospices and ramparts. 

Sample accommodation: Hostellerie Bretonnière
Options: Wine tasting lunch with 6 wines (approx. €130 pp) at a winery in Aloxe Corton.

Day 5: Beaune (free day)
It’s a free day in Beaune today. Get lost in time as you explore the narrow cobbled streets lined with beautiful houses, some dating back to the Renaissance period. The “Capital of wine” is also a fantastic place to taste some Burgundy wines, coupled with some delicious local cuisine. 

Sample accommodation: Hostellerie Bretonnière

Day 6: Beaune - Meursault, 6 mi. (10 km)
The wine trail today will lead you all the way to the scenic French village of Meursault. You will leave Beaune and start walking through the Premiers Crus vineyards, toward Pommard. The wines of this quaint village are the very essence of Burgundy’s reds - flavorful, rich and of outstanding quality. Admire the square bell tower at the centrally located church. After walking over the last vineyard-covered hill, you will set your eyes upon Meursault, reputed for its white wines, made from Chardonnay grapes.

Sample accommodation: Hotel les Hauts de Meursault

Day 7: Meursault, 12 mi. (20 km)
Today, walk a circular route around Meursault. You will walk through vineyards, past Blagny and Gamay hamlets, and through the forests of the Côte de Beaune heights. On arrival at La Rochepot, take time to admire the 15th-century Château de La Rochepot. This medieval fortress offers marvelous views over the rolling Burgundy countryside, as you tour the grounds. Descend to the village of Saint Aubin with its 10th-century church, before crossing through the Grands Crus of Chassagne-Montrachet and Puligny-Montrachet. Pass through the village of  Puligny-Montrachet, stopping at one of the wine bars, before walking back to Meursault, through Les Grands Crus at Les Perriéres. 

Sample accommodation: Hotel les Hauts de Meursault

Day 8: Meursault
Your walking tour comes to an end today at around 10 am. Enjoy a delicious breakfast before taking a taxi to Beaune railway station. 

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You will be accommodated in 3 and 4-star hotels but if you prefer you can upgrade to 4 and 5-star hotels based on availability.
Please see each day’s detailed itinerary for the preferred accommodation that is used. Of course in the event of lack of availability, a comparable alternative will be offered.