Self-guided Burgundy Bike Tour

Welcome to Dijon, Burgundy's capital which is famous for its mustard.

As you arrive in Dijon, your senses are instantly awakened by the medieval façades and bustling arcades of the old town. You wander through narrow streets, discovering hidden courtyards and ornate doorways carved with symbols of Burgundy’s rich past.

Settle in the hotel, and prepare for the upcoming cycling adventure.

Your bikes and route maps will be delivered to your hotel in the evening.

Today, you launch your bike adventure onto the famed Route des Grands Crus, each pedal stroke carrying you deeper into the Pinot Noir heartland.

You glide past Marsannay‑la‑Côte’s trifecta of white, rosé, and red rows, pausing for a quick taste that reveals vivid fruit and chalky minerality.

Traverse Morey‑Saint‑Denis and Chambolle‑Musigny, where small tasting rooms invite you to sip delicate La Grande Rue and La Tâche. A brief detour leads you to the monumental walls of Clos de Vougeot, imagining medieval monks pressing their very first vintages.

As afternoon light warms the Côte de Nuits slopes, you coast into Nuits‑Saint‑Georges. Lock your bike under golden chestnut trees, then climb the hill to enjoy a quiet moment overlooking terraced vineyards, savoring the serenity of your first full day in Burgundy’s wine kingdom.

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Today, a taxi whisks you to Chaux, where you dismount and begin the gentle climb through Hautes‑Côtes de Nuits.

Pedal past Villers‑la‑Faye’s 11th‑century church perched atop Mont Saint‑Victor, then drift through Magny‑les‑Villers’ stone‑roofed cottages. The road unfurls into panoramic vineyard vistas as you reach Pernand‑Vergelesses.

You then descend toward Aloxe‑Corton, where the limestone-rich soil yields the legendary Corton‑Charlemagne.

Approaching Beaune, the polychrome tiles of the 15th century Hôtel‑Dieu’s roof glimmer in the late afternoon sun. Wander through its Gothic halls, soaking in centuries of history before strolling along the medieval ramparts, where each tower reveals a new view of the town’s tiled skyline.

As dusk deepens, sip a glass of Côtes de Beaune while reflecting on a day woven with heritage vines and timeless architecture.

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You set off along the rolling Côte de Beaune, the red‑toned soils of Pommard unfolding beneath your wheels. At Château de Pommard, pause to roam its lush gardens, each flower bed whispering secrets of centuries past.

Back in the saddle, pedal through Volnay’s elegant lanes, vineyards stretching in symmetrical precision. The path winds past Montrachet’s Grand Cru plots, where you stop for an impromptu tasting of golden Chardonnay in a rustic domaine.

The canal towpath appears as you near Santenay, barges drifting lazily beside poplar-lined banks.

Turn off the waterway and continue through gentle countryside until Chassey‑le‑Camp welcomes you with its honey‑stone cottages.

Check into your hotel, then wander its gardens, where a soft breeze carries the scent of vines. As twilight falls, you stand beneath a violet sky, the vineyards beyond whispering promises of tomorrow’s adventures.

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Today you rejoin the Canal du Centre towpath, its serene waters mirroring swaying poplars. Make your way to Chamilly, where a small artisanal brewery invites you to sample hoppy creations in a centuries‑old courtyard.

Back in motion, you pass through Rully’s gently rolling hills, pausing to wander between vines heavy with promise. The gentle rhythm of your pedals carries you past Santenay’s historic château before you veer toward Dracy‑Le‑Fort.

Along the way, sunlit fields and distant hills create a patchwork of green and gold.

Arriving in Dracy, you wander the village lanes, breathing in the calm of rural Burgundy. You lean your bike against an ancient stone wall, close your eyes, and let the countryside’s soft symphony soothe your soul.

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Today, you ride on the Voie Verte, France’s oldest dedicated cycling route, tracing the old railbed through Saône‑et‑Loire. The trail carries you past St Gengoux‑le‑National, its medieval towers and timbered houses exuding timeless charm. Further on, you reach Cormatin’s pink château, wandering its refined salons and symmetric gardens before a picnic beneath ancient yews.

Refreshed, you continue to the Abbey of Cluny dating back to the 4th century AD, where once‑majestic vaults remind you of monastic grandeur. Climb the Bean Tower’s 120 steps, and from its summit, Burgundy’s rolling tapestry unfolds in every direction.

Before settling in Cluny for the night, you are free to wander the museum in the former Jean de Bourbon Palace, marveling at Gothic sculptures and monastic relics.

As the sun dips, pause beneath St‑Pierre’s Romanesque arches, the weight of history a gentle thrill.

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Your final day of cycling begins on the Val Lamartinien greenway, where limestone outcrops of Solutré and Vergisson rise like silent guardians.

Pedal past pastoral scenes of grazing sheep and vine‑covered slopes, pausing for fresh goat cheese purchased in Vergisson. The Bois Clair tunnel, Europe’s longest cycling tunnel, welcomes you into its cool, echoing embrace—headlights flicker as you glide through 1.6 km of vaulting calm.

Emerging on the other side, you set your sights on Mâcon, pedaling past Pierreclos’ fairy‑tale château until the town’s colored roofs appear on the horizon. You can lock your bike near the Saône riverbank and stroll the quays, where elegant bridges arch over gentle currents.

As golden hour bathes the waterfront, you reflect on seven days of discovery—each moment a sip of Burgundy’s finest, now etched into your memory forever.

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After breakfast, your tour finally comes to an end. Here on, prepare for departure as per schedule.