3-Day Burgundy Wine Cycling Tour
Does it get any better than this? Cycling through the French countryside, stopping off at wineries, Chateaux and riverside towns, feasting in local restaurants and tasting world class drops everywhere you go. Welcome to the Pour de France. Welcome to the good life.
per adult from
$1,391
NZDDuration
3 days
Voucher
Mobile ticket
What's included :
- 2x Breakfast
- 1x Dinner
- 2x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 2 nights
- Bike Equipment including Bike, Helmet, Toolkit + Lock Bag
- Daily Luggage Transfer between accommodations – no need to cycle with your big bags
- 2 x Picnic Lunches with Wine Tasting in the gardens of Historic Chateaus – Chateau
- 2 nights twin Share accommodation in local Bed + Breakfast properties in Chalon Sur Saone and Beaune
- Complimentary arrival transfer from Chalon Sur Saone Train Station
- Local host Dimitri or Eugenie
- Entry/Admission - Caveau Moillard
What's excluded :
- Transport to and from your start and end destination
- Gratuities
- Travel Insurance & Visas
Day 1: Chalon Sur Saone
Stop At: Chalon-sur-Saone, Chalon-sur-Saone, Saone-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte
Bonjour! Our very own 'Pour de France' begins today as we head from Chalon Sur Saone train station to our hotel, where we'll meet our host, fellow travellers and sort out our bikes and gear for the next few days. Then we'll have a chance to explore Chalon Sur Saone. Looking at the elegant Old Town set along the river at night, it's not hard to see why this picturesque place is the birthplace of photography.
Duration: 12 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Hotel Saint Jean Chalon (or similar)
Day 2: Chalon Sur Saone to Beaune
Pass By: Chalon-sur-Saone, Chalon-sur-Saone, Saone-et-Loire, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte
We'll kick things off with a hearty breakfast today before setting out for your first ride of the trip. Today, we will cycle around 50 km along the world famous 'Rue des Grands Crus' - the Grand Wine Route.
Stop At: Puligny-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, Beaune, Cote d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte
Our first stop is pretty unforgettable: a Chateau in Puligny Montrachet - one of Burgundy's best wine regions. We'll kick back in the lush Chateau grounds to have a picnic lunch paired with the local wine. Then we'll enjoy a stroll around the palatial grounds, feeling like royalty.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Beaune, Beaune, Cote d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte
Back on our bikes, we'll soak up the rolling vineyards as we make our way to Beaune, Burgundy's beautiful capital. This evening we'll get to stroll the storybook streets before enjoying a 3-course meal of French classics in a local restaurant.
Duration: 12 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: Picnic Lunch + Wine Tasting at a Chateau
• Dinner: 3-course meal of French classics in a local restaurant
Accommodation included: Hotel Bretonnière (or similar)
Day 3: Beaune to Dijon
Pass By: Beaune, Beaune, Cote d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte
Today is all about keeping the wine vibes rolling as we cycle toward the town of Nuits Saint Georges.
Stop At: Caveau Moillard, 2 route de Dijon Rd 974, 21700 Nuits-Saint-Georges France
Here, we'll visit Caveau Moillard, a local institution since the 19th Century. Famous for its enormous cellar with 100s of vintage wines, it's the perfect place for a picnic lunch and some wine tasting. After some time to wander and explore, it's back on the bike for the last cycle of the trip, toward the gastronomic city of Dijon.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Dijon, Dijon, Cote d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte
Saying au revoir to our trusty wheels, we'll take a free transfer to Dijon Station where our adventure comes to an end. Say goodbye to your new friends and start planning your next adventure!
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch: Picnic Lunch + Wine Tasting at a Chateau
No accommodation included on this day.Departure Point :
Gare de Chalon-sur-Saône, Cour de la gare, 71100 Chalon-sur-Saône, FranceDeparture Time :
4:00 PMReturn Detail :
Gare de Dijon-Ville, Cour de la Gare, 21000 Dijon, FranceHotel Pickup :
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 7 days of travel. In this case confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Due to our diligent work during this time, we’ve been awarded the WTTC safe travels stamp - meaning we’re a business which has adopted global, standardized health and hygiene protocols.
- You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
- All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.
Language
English - Guide
Age Req.
-
Fitness Req.
None
Group Size
4
Organised by Contiki
Activity ID: V-77327P16
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