In Vino Veritas
We’ve been biking en Bourgogne for a long time, and for good reason. In French wine’s ancestral home, you’ll bike to the top of Hautes Côtes, sip vintages in the fields from which they grew and spend the night at Abbaye de la Bussière (the region’s most exclusive hotel). Then, you’ll explore the pleasures of Beaune (our adopted hometown) and its unique relationship with wine. To Burgundian locals, time is measured by the season. For us, it’s by the kilometre, the meal and the vintage.
This is a signature B&R Biking trip—expertly guided, small groups, premium hotels.
Trip Details
Moderate
Dijon to Dijon
6 Days / 5 Nights
Price per person from: $5,495
Single supplement: $800
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Day by Day
Ride along the Saône River plain to the village of Morey-saint-Denis and receive an informal lesson in Burgundian wines with a professional winemaker at a small private cellar in Chambolle-Musigny.
Tour medieval Beaune with our charming local guide. Enjoy a great dinner experience in a local winery accompanied by Grand Crus specially picked for you in the cellar below!
Cycle through the fiercely proud villages of La Rochepot, Chassagne-Montrachet, Volnay and Pommard. Enjoy a fantastic lunch at the well known "Le Montrachet," recently honoured by a Michelin star.
Bike towards the Ouche Valley en route to a picnic in the gardens of the Abbey de la Bussiere, 12thC. Dine on superb culinary creations at Michelin-starred Abbaye’s restaurant with Chef Emmanuel Hébrard.
Bike past the quiet and flat Canal de Bourgogne and the magnificent Castle of Châteauneuf–rated one of the most beautiful village of France–or challenge yourself with a beautiful Century Ride.
Enjoy a farewell breakfast in beautiful La Bussière-sur-Ouche and au revoir in Dijon.
Hotels
Château André Ziltener, Chambolle-Musigny
Set amid the vines in the tiny village of Chambolle-Musigny, the intimate yet luxurious 18thC Château André Ziltener opened as a hotel in 1993. Tastefully decorated and surrounded by a lush and peaceful garden, the hotel offers only ten quaint and comfortable rooms—meaning that the service is always excellent and we quite often have the place all to ourselves! View hotel website »
L’Hôtel de Beaune
This 19thC hotel is ideally located within steps of the shops and restaurants in the historic centre of Beaune. The courtyard is a great spot to unwind over a glass of wine, and the terrace leads to an incredible view over the city’s medieval rooftops. L’Hôtel is very intimate offering only 10 rooms. We’ll take over the whole place and you’ll feel like you are right at home. View hotel website »
Abbaye de la Bussière, La Bussière-sur-Ouche
This boutique hotel is a medieval castle that was once a Cistercian monastery and later a hunting lodge. Now the hotel offers luxurious accommodations within an 18-acre park. It was entirely refurbished prior to its opening, and joined Relais & Châteaux in 2007—in 2009, Emmanuel Hébrard, the young talented chef of the property’s restaurant, earned his first Michelin star. View hotel website »
Activity Level
Moderate
This trip is rated Moderate. The biking covers a well-surfaced roads, however some landscapes can be slightly hilly. While going over the slopes of the famous vineyards or towards the hidden Ouche Valley, be prepared for a few ups and downs. Daily distances average 25 to 50 km, with some options for more or less riding.
Gear
The Bikes
You can't enjoy a great biking trip without a really great bike. On this trip you'll be riding customized Cannondales; there are three models to choose from to ensure you'll have the perfect bike. Click here for a detailed description. We also equip you with handlebar bag, helmet and water bottle.
What's Included
- All accommodation
- All breakfasts, four lunches, all dinners, including wine
- Services of B&R guide(s) and support van
- Use of a customized Cannondale bike, handlebar bagand helmet
- Detailed maps, route suggestions and water bottle
- All special events, private tours, guest expertsand entrance fees
- All baggage transportation
- All transportation from rendezvous to drop-off
- All gratuities for baggage, porters and hotel service
At Your Service
We take pride in choosing guides who are not only exceptional travelling companions, but who’ll go far beyond the call of duty to ensure an unforgettable experience.
Accolades
“I cannot imagine a more wonderful introduction to B&R than my recent Burgundy trip. There is not a single thing I would have changed. Hotels, food, wine, bikes - all top notch. The scenery was spectacular. Our guides Darius and Jack were exceptional - knowledgeable, patient, encouraging and fun! I was planning my next B & R trip before my plane landed back in Toronto!”
— Nicola LeJan,
Burgundy Biking 2011
Notes from the Road
- Beaune: Our Medieval JewelA well-preserved medieval jewel in the heart of the Burgundian vineyards, wine is more influential in the history and development of Beaune than any other item or commodity. Strategically situated in the middle of the famous Cote d’Or vineyards, half …
- A Riding Revelation“Wow.” I said it more times than I can remember—and the ride lasted barely two hours. My first-ever B&R biking experience took place, appropriately enough, in Beaune, the heart of Burgundy wine country, our longtime European home. Pedalling an easygo …
- Immersion Kit: BurgundyAt The Slow Road we pride ourselves on getting in deep and up close. If knowledge of a region is power, access is authenticity—and we’ve spent decades forging the relationships that grant us both. But the road, like so many …
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