Trip Overview

The chandelier light twinkles in your glass of grand cru, as a cool whisper of the cloister stones brushes against your skin like a 750-year-old caress. You’re in one of the world’s most exclusive wine clubs for a night, capping several days of tasting, learning, savoring and exploring the best of Burgundy (from truffle hunts to hot-air balloon rides!). You sip your velvety red – chosen from caged cellars of this ancient building – and let it linger in your mouth for a moment. It’s Burgundy, and before the night’s done you know you’ll never taste a Pinot noir the same way again…

This trip overview is designed to answer questions regarding our Modern Adventure experience, including the itinerary, food & drink, required fitness level, vaccines, packing list and more. If any changes are made, we will update you as appropriate and when necessary.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

DAY 1: WELCOME TO BEAUNE

  • Meet at 9:00am on Saturday, June 11, 2022 in Beaune at Hôtel le Cep

  • Guided markets tour

  • Lunch at Château de Gilly

  • Tasting and tour at Maison Albert Bichot

  • Welcome dinner in wine caves at Le Caveau des Arches

  • Lodging: Hôtel Le Cep

DAY 2: COUNTRYSIDE CHATEAUX

  • Cycling (e-bikes) through countryside, stop for wine tastings at select châteaux

  • Picnic lunch

  • Hôtel-Dieu de Beaune, private cellar tour and tasting with head winemaker Ludivine Griveaux

  • Private paired wine dinner at Château de la Crée

  • Lodging: Hôtel Le Cep

DAY 3: AROUND BEAUNE

  • Meet Olivier Leflaive for extended vineyard and cellar tour

  • Six-course lunch and wine pairing at Maison Olivier Leflaive

  • Afternoon tour and tasting at Domaine Matrot in Côte de Beaune

  • Dinner at your leisure

  • Lodging: Hôtel Le Cep

DAY 4: TRUFFLES & WINE TASTING

  • Truffle hunting (hands-on experience) near Marey-lès-Fussey

  • Five-course truffle lunch

  • Tour, tasting and dinner at Château de Meursault

  • Lodging: Hôtel Le Cep

DAY 5: ABOVE BURGUNDY

  • Hot-air balloon experience (90 minutes)

  • Relax and lunch at your leisure

  • Tour and tasting at Maison Drouhin

  • Dinner at your leisure

  • Lodging: Hôtel Le Cep

DAY 6: EXPLORING DIJON

  • Drive to Dijon

  • Market tour and bistro lunch in Dijon

  • Return to Beaune

  • Tour and tasting at Domaine Magnien

  • Apertif at Hotel Le Cep & Farewell dinner at Loiseau de Vignes

  • Lodging: Hôtel Le Cep

DAY 7: FAREWELL

  • Say farewell

  • Group transfer to Paris for departing flights

Our Accommodations

Hôtel Le Cep

27 Rue Maufoux, 21200 Beaune, France

Tel. +33 3 80 22 35 48
Hôtel Le Cep

Two 16th-century mansions were united via their courtyards to form the exquisite, wine-centric Hôtel Le Cep. You’ll feel the heartbeat of Beaune here and be steps away from the city’s top sights and shopping, all within historic grounds that date as far back as the Middle Ages. Hôtel Le Cep's lauded spa, tree-shaded courtyard and subterranean caveaux make the hotel itself a place to explore. You’ll be surrounded by lush antiques but the rooms have plenty of modern comforts to create a restful place to relax and unwind each day.

Inclusions & Exclusions

INCLUSIONS

On a Modern Adventure, we’ve worked out all the details for you. Included in your experience are luxury boutique accommodations, delicious local food and drink, private transport between destinations, expert local guides, and much more. Here’s what’s included:

  • Six nights at a unique 5-star accommodation

  • Private tours with local winemakers and cultural experts

  • Exclusive VIP access and tastings

  • Private travel for all day trips and excursions

  • Departure airport transfer to Paris

  • Daily breakfasts, most lunches and dinners

  • Local beverages with meals

  • Entrance fees

  • Gratuities for local staff

EXCLUSIONS

  • International roundtrip airfare to France

  • Transportation to the trip start in Beaune

  • Travel insurance (see Get Ready)

  • Activities not included in the trip itinerary

  • Hotel incidentals including room service, laundry service and hotel bar tabs

  • Food and beverage not included in itinerary

  • Gratuity for Modern Adventure tour leader