France: The Burgundy Wine Region & Dijon

When you’re pedaling Burgundy’s famous Route des Vins, there’s one thing you’ll want more than anything: extra time to enjoy it. That’s why this spectacular tour of France’s famous wine country gives you six delicious nights to enjoy world-class wine, spectacular cycling routes, and opulent accommodations. In the heart of medieval Beaune, experience a jewel of a hotel that was a favorite accommodation of King Louis XIV—a fact reflected in its regal, historic furnishings. Your French VBT trip leaders give you the insider’s view of the region during lunch with a local family at their ancient mill. As you spin along the famous Route Des Grands Crus towards Nuits-Saint-Georges, you’ll be glad to have an extra day to explore its storied vineyards.

Tour Highlights:

• Pass renowned wine villages rolling through the world-famous vineyards of the Côte de Beaune and UNESCO World Heritage Route des Grands Crus.
• Visit the 15th-century Hospices de Beaune, a masterpiece of flamboyant Gothic art and architecture.
• Enjoy a guided tour and tasting at an authentic wine cellar in the heart of Beaune.
• Engage with a local family during a game of pétanque and a picnic lunch at their charming summer home.
• Discover Dijon, with its protected historic city center that has inspired musicians, artists, and writers for centuries, and browse its wealth of fascinating—and free—museums.