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Burgundy is steeped in history – and the town of Beaune is one of its main centres. Enjoy a sojourn based in this wine-centric town, partaking in a number of shared tours of the area showcasing the beautiful villages, landscapes and wines and exploring the nearby city of Dijon with its stuccoed buildings and cobblestoned streets. The region is known for its fertile soils or "terroir" that produce some of the best wines in the country, and arguably the world, so what better place than to introduce or refine your palate to appreciate the best! All our tours can be modified with value, premium, or luxury hotels and services and shared or private tours.
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Trip Options
All of our itineraries may be customized as you wish, add extra days, change a hotel, see different sights. Contact one of our expert consultants for your free, no-obligation vacation plan.
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Itinerary
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Day 1
Beaune The area around Beaune, the Côte de Beaune, is known for its Burgundy wines, with Beaune as something of a hub of the wine business, since it is the largest city inside the wine region. It is situated on the route des Grands Crus tourist route among the vineyards. The road runs north from Beaune to Gevrey Chambertin and Nuits-Saint-Georges and south to Nolay, Saisy and Autun. A welcome package with your vouchers, a city map, train tickets (if relevant) and any other touristic information that we deem you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your first hotel on your trip. Transfer using a local taxi (available and economical). Enjoy a 2 hour shared tour with an English speaking driver to guide you, as you discover the vineyards of Burgundy and some spectacular panoramas. Marvel at the beauty of the picturesque town of Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy - a medieval town of stunning Burgundian/Flemish architecture. The tour includes a visit and wine tasting in the cellar of to the Corton Charlemagne. There are plenty of wonderful restaurants in and near Beaune to choose from. If you would like your reservation and bill looked after in advance, you could enjoy dinner at the historical Abbaye De Maizieres. Situated near the Hospices de Beaune in a historical cellar of the 12th century and just 2 minutes by foot from the Hotel Athanor, you can enjoy a delicious 3-course-dinner. (Drinks not included). Please contact your Sales Advisor if you would like to include this in your tour. The Hotel des Remparts (3*) is established in an 17th century mansion, which has been renovated to include all modern comforts, while still preserving the buildings original character. All rooms have telephone, satellite Tv, internet connection and a bath room with a hairdryer. Some rooms have air conditioning, a mini bar, and safe. Breakfast is served on a terrace at the foot of the tower which a part of Beaune's ancient ramparts. Overnight at Hotel des Remparts (3*). |
Beaune |
Vive la Bourgogne! |
Hotel Des Remparts |
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Day 2
Beaune Enjoy a 2 hour shared tour with an English speaking driver to guide you, as you discover the vineyards of Burgundy and some spectacular panoramas. Marvel at the beauty of the picturesque town of Beaune, the wine capital of Burgundy - a medieval town of stunning Burgundian/Flemish architecture. The tour includes a visit and wine tasting in the cellar of to the Corton Charlemagne. The nearby city of Dijon is a mere 25 mins by local train which runs frequently throughout the day. Consider doing a self guided walk through town; The rue de la Liberté forms the spine of the town, running east from the wide, attractive Darcy square and the 18th century triumphal arch of Porte Guillaume, past the palace of the dukes of Burgundy on the semicircular place de la Libération. From this elegant square, Rue Rameau continues directly east to Place du Théâtre, from where Rue Vaillant leads on to the church of St Michel. Be sure to check out the lavish town houses in the streets behind the palace: rue Verrerie, rue Vannerie, rue des Forges, rue Chaudronnière (look out for no. 28, Maison des Cariatides). Particularly fine are the Renaissance Hôtel de Vogüé, 12 rue de la Chouette, and at no. 34, the Hôtel Chambellan (1490), housing one of Dijon's tourist offices. Take a look in the cobbled alleys by the Tour St-Nicholas, off rue Jean-Jacques-Rousseau. Also in this quarter in the angle between rue de la Chouette and rue de la Préfecture, is the church of Notre-Dame, built in the early thirteenth century in the Burgundian Gothic style. Outside on rue de la Chouette, make your way to rue de la Musette passing just south of the market square and the covered Halles. The whole area is full of sumptuous displays of food and attractive cafés and restaurants. The market operates on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday mornings, and all day on Saturday and is well worth a visit. Overnight at Hotel des Remparts (3*). |
Liberation Square - Dijon |
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Day 3
Beaune Enjoy discovering the picture-perfect Burgundian town of Beaune. The capital of Burgundy's wines, the principal occupation in Beaune is wine - in one form or another. Known for it's tiled roofs and centrally located hospices, (hospital), boasting mostly intact ramparts surrounding the town, it is the perfect place to while away a few hours. There is a local market on Wednesdays and Saturdays which is worth checking out. Be sure to wander into the Bascilica of Notre Dame to view the magnificent 15th century tapestries depicting the story of Marie of Burgundy. Under the cobblestoned streets are dozens of kilometers of wine cellars. And so, it is only fitting to taste some...Patriarche Pere et Fils offers on-hour tours of its underground wine cellars, which closely resemble the Catacombs in Paris. Wine tastings are offered at the end of each tour for adults. Address: 6 rue du College Beaune, France 21200 Tel: +33 3 80 24 53 02. Overnight at Hotel des Remparts (3*). |
Hotel Dieu Hospices - Beaune |
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Day 4
Beaune Transfer using a local taxi (available and economical). Kensington Tours donates a portion of proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Depart Beaune Train station. End of itinerary. Overnight at Depart. |
Kensington Cares |
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Trip Includes
Guaranteed departure – Accommodation, Activities, Transfers, Meals, Fees where indicated as per the itinerary - Local and international traveler assistance during your tour - Specialised and personalised services
Trip Excludes
Tips - Laundry - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages unless explicitly noted - Optional activities/extras – Visas (unless noted) - Vacation insurance
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price, minimum $250). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
- Tour quotes do not include airfare to/from the trip start point unless noted on the itinerary
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- Availability cannot be guaranteed until booked. We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes.
- Cancellations of confirmed bookings 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund minus a $350 (per person) administrative fee and any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable airfare, cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms-and-conditions
- Living Standards and practices at destination may differ from those in North America with respect to provisions of utilities, services and accommodation.
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