Beaune Short Getaway

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Spend 4 days exploring around the Beaune town in the heart of Burgundy

Spend a long weekend in the wine region dedicated to your sense of well-being and peace of mind. You are sure to be in the perfect place to stay and be charmed by the authenticity of the Burgundy vineyards. From Beaune, Wine Capital, you will head off to explore the 2 renowned wine production areas: Cote de Beaune and Cote de Nuits. Following the vineyard Grand Crus route you will discover charming wine making villages: Pommard, Meursault, Vougeot, Gevrey Chambertin… We will show you some of the wine secrets and the delightful moments it creates.

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From $525USD

4 days

Difficulty

Self-Guided

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We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. Despites the route being quite flat, you will be biking up to 29km daily.

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Beaune Short Getaway Tour Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Beaune

Arrival in Beaune, your hotel is situated in the heart of the city. Check in and presentation of the tour, delivery of the road book, maps and tourist brochures and bicycles. Upon your arrival you will have time to wander the medieval streets of Beaune, its ramparts, the Collegial church of Notre Dame with its 15th century tapestries and have a drink in one of the many cafes on the main square! Overnight stay at hotel.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Beaune
Distance: None
Meals: None

Day 2 Circular bike ride to Nuits Saint Georges

Today’s ride will take you North from Beaune heading to the Grand Cru vineyards of Corton and Corton Charlemagne, before entering into Cote de Nuits vineyards. You will cross the famous and charming wine making villages of Vosne Romanée, Vougeot (with its Château Clos de Vougeot), Chambolle Musigny, Gevrey Chambertin. Back by train to Beaune at the end of afternoon.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Beaune
Distance: 29km, 287m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 Circular bike ride to Cotes de Beaune

Today’s ride will take you through the famous vineyards of Pommard, Volnay… the kingdom of Burgundy Red wines. The ride is nice and flat all day long, and then curves back in towards the famous vineyards of Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet, charming villages which make the best white Chardonnay wines in the world. Back to Beaune in the afternoon. Overnight stay in the same hotel
Overnight Location: Hotel in Beaune
Distance: 30km, 246m of ascent
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 Departure

Departure your hotel after breakfast.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast

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This self-guided tour is always run as a private tour for your group only.

2024 Departures
The departures are available every day, from March to October.

Single room: from $795 USD*
Sharing a double room: from $525 USD*

*-Pricing for this tour depends on the dates of your trip and all the prices are per person. Please click the booking button below to get the exact pricing for your trip dates.

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Accommodation on Beaune Short Getaway Tour

This tour is based in one hotel. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.

In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.

Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.

Hotels on Standard Tour

Night 1-3

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Hostellerie de la Bretonnière in Beaune ★★★

Nice hotel, hosted in an ancient relay station from XVIIIth century, at about 5 minutes’ walk from the center town. It is a family hotel, in a very peaceful place despite its location in town.

What’s Included in the Beaune Short Getaway Tour?

Meals

3 breakfasts are included. Half board upgrades are available for a supplement.

Accommodations

Accommodations for 3 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included.

Transportation during the Tour

Daily luggage transfers are included, as well as 1 train ticket from Gevrey to Beaune.

Bike rental (with helmet)
Description of the tour
Roadbook (maps and itinerary details)
GPS tracks to follow on a mobile App
Tourist information
Welcome briefing
7/7 assistance
Tourist taxes

Not included

Lunches, dinners and drinks
Personal expenses
Visits or activities suggested on the tour
Insurance
Train tickets

Optional Extras

Additional nights in Beaune
Upgrade to e-bike
Speedometer rental
Optional activities or excursions
Half board supplement

Frequently Asked Questions about Beaune Short Getaway

How hard is the Beaune Short Getaway Tour?

We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. Despites the route being quite flat, you will be biking up to 29km daily.

Do I need a visa to travel to France

Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.

I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?

Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel, since you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided with all the information you’ll need to follow the route each day and often have access to phone support or other kinds of assistance. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.

Are meals included on the Beaune Short Getaway Tour?

3 breakfasts are included. Half board upgrades are available for a supplement.

Do I need insurance?

Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover biking. Get your travel insurance.

How do I get to Beaune to start this tour?

You can get to Beaune via train from Lyon or Dijon (Dijon has high-speed train connections with Paris).

Where does the Beaune Short Getaway Tour end?

The tour ends where it starts, in Beaune.

Can I rent a bike?

There is no need to, as the bike rental is already included in tour package. Standard hybrid bikes are Scott Sub Sport 30. You can also upgrade to an e-bike (Scott Sub Eride 30). All bikes are equipped with the following:

Tire repair kit (with extra inner tube)
Pump, bell, lock.
Rear carrier (for standard panniers)
Removable handlebar bag, with map case.
Support smartphone
Helmets (Not mandatory, but recommended)

You can also request for (not guaranteed):

Child seat
Trailers
Kids tandem bikes

Can I bring my own bike?

Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a bike suitable for the demands of the tour.

Do I need special vaccines to travel to France?

Check with your family doctor.

Are there any travel restrictions for France?

Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.