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…
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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