Flexible Burgundy and Lyon Wine Tour

Every itinerary is entirely bespoke and can be tailored to your individual preferences

At a glance

Trip Summary

On day one of your Burgundy and Lyon wine tour, arrive in Dijon and check in to your carefully selected 4* hotel in the heart of the historic centre, Hostellerie du Chapeau Rouge. Combining character, comfort, and convenience, your base in Burgundy’s capital puts you within easy walking distance of cafés, boutiques and the city’s lively covered market.

Spend the afternoon at leisure – perhaps with a gentle stroll through the medieval streets or a visit to the Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie et du Vin. In the evening, your gourmet journey begins with a welcome dinner at a highly regarded local bistro. Here, you’ll enjoy a menu of seasonal Burgundian classics – think oeufs en meurette, boeuf bourguignon, and artisan cheeses – paired with a carefully chosen glass of local wine. After your meal, take a short walk or a leisurely stroll back through Dijon’s illuminated streets to your hotel, where you can unwind and settle in for the night.

After breakfast on day two of your Burgundy and Lyon wine tour, join your small group Burgundy wine tour for a full-day exploration of the Côte de Nuits, one of the most prestigious Pinot Noir regions in the world. Travelling in a comfortable minibus as part of a small group, your guide will introduce you to the landscapes and traditions that shape Burgundy’s wines.

Enjoy two guided visits and tastings at family-run Domaines, sampling both reds and whites that express the region’s unique terroir. Between tastings, stop in a nearby village for free time and the chance to enjoy lunch at a local café or bistro (payable locally). In the late afternoon, you will return to Dijon, with the rest of the evening free to explore further or simply relax at your hotel.

On day three of your Burgundy and Lyon wine tour you will check out after breakfast and take the scenic train journey south to Lyon (approx. 2 hours). Upon arrival, you will be able to leave your bags at your centrally located 4* hotel, Hôtel Globe et Cecil, and take a stroll to explore the city’s riverside walks and the atmospheric lanes of Vieux Lyon, perhaps stopping at a local café for lunch or a light bite.

In the afternoon, join a wine tasting tour into the picturesque Beaujolais region, a landscape of gently rolling hills, golden stone villages, and neatly tended vineyards. Travelling in a comfortable vehicle as part of a small group, your guide will share stories of the region’s history and explain how the Gamay grape thrives here.

You’ll visit an authentic, family-run estate, where the winemaker will guide you through a tasting of Beaujolais wines alongside some local charcuterie and cheeses. You will return to Lyon and this evening you will enjoy dinner at a traditional Bouchon Lyonnais. Think red-and-white checked tablecloths and hearty local dishes that make Lyon France’s gastronomic capital. After your meal, make your way back to your hotel to relax and prepare for the next day’s adventures.

Day four is your final day. After breakfast, check out of your hotel. Depending on your travel plans, you may wish to stay a little longer in Lyon – strolling along the Rhône, exploring Vieux Lyon’s cobbled lanes, or visiting the city’s famous food markets – before continuing your onward journey.  If you would like to extend your stay, we will be delighted to create a bespoke arrangement –  from extra nights in Dijon or Lyon to additional wine tours in Burgundy or Beaujolais – tailored to your requirements.

Outline Itinerary

Day Three of your Burgundy and Lyon Wine Tour

• After breakfast, check out of your hotel.
• Take the train from Dijon to Lyon (approx. 2 hours).
• Upon arrival in Lyon, check into your hotel, Hôtel Globe et Cecil.
• You will have some free time, perhaps for a stroll in Vieux Lyon and to grab a bite to eat.
• You will join an afternoon small group wine tour to Beaujolais, giving you the opportunity to visit a family-run estate and taste some of their wines.
• Dinner tonight will be served at a traditional Bouchon Lyonnais.

Final Day of your Burgundy and Lyon Wine Tour

• After a leisurely breakfast, check out of the hotel.

(ii) The outline itinerary is indicative and is subject to minor changes depending on supplier availability. Availability cannot be guaranteed until we have received a confirmed booking, together with the deposit payment (or payment in full where the dates of travel are in less than 60 days). If the named accommodation / visits are not available, we will endeavour to find suitable alternatives of a similar grade; this may be subject to a supplement or a rebate depending on the price available.

Package Prices

• These prices are per person and based on two people travelling together and sharing a twin or double room.
• These are realistic guide prices, based on travel in standard season. Considerable discounts often apply if there are more than two of you travelling together. Please let us know your preferred travel dates for a definitive price.
• Although we propose specific hotels as part of our standard packages, we enjoy excellent relationships and preferential rates at the majority of the hotels in each of our featured destinations. Therefore if you would prefer to stay in a different hotel, this can be arranged. Please contact us for the relevant supplements/discounts.
• Other room grades are available at most of the hotels that we work with. Just let us know which hotel you prefer and we will send you the relevant supplements for the various room grades.
• Single supplements and extra night prices are available upon request.

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