Lyon, Beaune and Burgundy’s Vineyards
Our Lyon, Beaune and Burgundy’s Vineyard tour will transport you back in time, to a world where castles, artisan wine, and ancient traditions ruled. Discover the breathtaking old town of Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and learn why the city became one of the most revered wine centers in Europe. Visit three local vineyards, each with their own unique style and history, and sample authentic Burgundy wine straight from the cellars. Throw in a visit to the gothic masterpiece, the Hospices de Beaune, where you will be able to explore eerie 18th century pharmacies, and learn more about the building’s colorful history.
Lyon, Beaune and Burgundy Tour Highlights
- Exclusive discovery of Hospices de Beaune
- Discover the UNESCO World Heritage site of Vieux Lyon
- Journey through Burgundy's wine heritage
- Savour the delights of Burgundy's Wines and Châteaux’s
- Taste the unique specialities of Lyon
- From €209 Per Person
- Paris - 12h 45m
- Lyon - 11h 45m
Final Price Per Person Depending on Number of Participants and Departure Location.
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Included In Your Tour
- Private English Speaking Guide
- Private Chauffeur
- Departure From Paris - Railway Tickets (To Lyon & From Dijon)
- Departure From Paris - Private Transfers to/from each Train Station
- Skip-the-Line Entrance Tickets to l'Hospices de Beaune
- Exclusive Visit & Tasting at 2 Different Wine Châteaux's
- Local Tasting in Lyon
- A Bottle of Water Per Person
Excluded In Your Tour
- Lunch
Itinerary Based on Your City of Departure
Departure
Your guide will meet you at your hotel or residence, and whisk you away to the stunning Burgundy region.
If departing from you, your guide will meet you at your hotel or residence and begin with your special first discovery.
First Discovery
Lyon Old Town & the Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière
Your first stop is the old town of Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage site and treasure trove of heritage and history. Your guide will lead you through the city, where you will discover the Town Hall, Bartholdi Fountain, Place des Terreaux, Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist and Place Bellecour. At the end of your tour you will head on to a special tasting session, where you will have the chance to sample authentic Burgundy specialities. Finally you will explore the stunning Basilica of Notre Dame de Fourvière, also a UNESCO site, and discover the gilded treasures hidden behind its Romanesque facade.
Second Discovery
Beaune & l’Hôtel-Dieu Discovery
After your city tour, you will have the chance to explore one of the most spectacular architectural achievements in France: the Hospices de Beaune. In the 15th century this gothic masterpiece was used as a hospital for the poor, and continued to house patients until 1971. As you wander beneath the pitched ceilings you will catch sight of exquisite murals, depicting dragons and grizzly battle scenes, and discover pharmacy shelves still lined with 18th-century flasks and pill bottles.
Third Discovery
Château de Pommard Visit & Tasting
Next you will head to the local vineyard, Château de Pommard, where you will have the chance to indulge in an authentic Burgundy wine tasting session. Discover the heritage and history of Burgundy wine, as you wander through the stunning vineyards located in the grounds of the château. At the end of the tour you will be able to taste the vineyard’s iconic Pinot Noir, generally regarded as one of the best of its kind anywhere in the world.
Fourth Discovery
Château de La Rochepot Visit & Tasting
Next you will travel to the Château de La Rochepot, a dramatic 15th century castle overlooking the pretty town of Rochepot. Your guide will take you through the ancient hallways, to rooms with colourful murals, and Gothic and Renaissance style furniture. Learn about the castle’s history, fraught with conflict, and how it became one of the most iconic landmarks in Burgundy. At the end of your tour you will have the chance to sample local wine, as you sit back and relax in the stunning castle courtyard.
Return
At the end of the tour your guide and chauffeur will return you to your hotel or residence.
If you are returning from Paris your chauffeur will bring you and your guide to Dijon Train station and take the TGV back to Paris, while in Paris a transfer from the Train Station to your Hotel or Residence will be provided.
