
Burgundy Express: the wine route of Grands Crus
Burgundy Express: the wine route of Grands Crus
The trip in a nutshell
This is a trip designed and created entirely by an expert WeRoad Coordinator. The Coordinator takes care of the entire trip: from defining the itinerary to selecting accommodations and on-site experiences. Through WeRoad you can book the trip and manage it in your personal area, like any other WeRoad.
Our coordinator has designed a tour that is practically all inclusive with services and facilities (activities, transportation, hotels, etc.) that are of a high standard . This is to make you enjoy your trip to the fullest, with an excellent balance between comfort and experiences. This means that you will only have to decide how much to dedicate to your personal expenses.
Are you a food and wine lover? Do you believe great flavours taste even better in unforgettable places? Then this trip’s got your name on it.
We’re heading to Burgundy, France, for a short but intense getaway packed with rolling vineyards, fairytale castles, charming villages, and world-class wines. From the vibrant streets of Lyon to the elegance of Dijon, this itinerary is all about soaking up the good life.
We’ll kick things off in Lyon’s historic old town—cathedrals, cobblestone squares, and plenty of character. Then it’s off to the iconic Route des Grands Crus, one of Burgundy’s most famous wine routes. Expect stunning scenery, legendary vineyards, and tastings in some seriously dreamy spots.
So, what are you waiting for? The bottle’s chilled, the glasses are clinking—come toast to an adventure full of flavour.
Travel mood
Food and wine : good food, great wine and the right company! We will visit wineries, taste wine and beer, sample the delicacies of the local cuisine - in short, arrive with an empty stomach!
Accommodations: We will change hotels almost every day
Luggage: backpack mandatory
Extra info:
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Physical commitment
This itinerary has a LOW level of physical effort and the pace of the trip is to be considered relaxed. If planned, the journeys are short (maximum 3 hours); the excursions are suitable for everyone and do not require physical preparation. We will explore the destination on foot at times and changes in routes are never or almost never planned.
Can you go to France?
Passport: passport (6 months of residual validity) or valid identity card.
Visa : Not required
Departures meeting point
This trip starts and ends in Lyon . On the first day of the trip we will meet by 8 pm, on the last day you can leave in the morning.
What's included
4 nights in a 3 and 4 star category multiple room with private bathroom
WOW Experience: Tasting and tour at the Domaine and cellars of Chateaux Philippe le Hardi
Tasting and tour at the Domaine and cellars of Chateaux Armand Heitz
Local Experience: visit near the Château du Clos de Vougeot
Rental cars
Coordinator assistance
Cancellation up to 31 days before departure — 100% refund (deposit refunded as a gift card) or option to change trips.
Itinerary
Lyon
Welcome to France!
Our journey begins from Lyon , a historic city full of art and beauty to discover.
For this first evening together we will make a first visit to the Vieux Lyon district: walking through its Renaissance streets, such as the Rue du Beauf , we will have a first contact with what awaits us in the coming days.
Flights to/from Italy are not included in the travel fee. Check-in at the hotel in Lyon, here's how the meeting works!
Medieval villages and food and wine games
Surprise tastings in the heart of Burgundy
Our day starts early, finally our on the road for the Vie des Cru starts: can't you wait to taste this delicious wine ? Little patience and we arrive in Beaune, the favorite residence of the Dukes of Burgundy , at the time among the most powerful princes in Europe. For this reason it boasts a rich monumental heritage, with a well-preserved historic center in which stands out the Hôtel-Dieu, a sumptuous hospital for the poor founded in the fifteenth century and remained mostly intact.
For our blind activity, we will play with taste and smell ; between modern and vintage wines we will taste between 6 and 8 wines from 5 to 50 years old and look for the various differences between them. Ready to play?
Included : car rental, wine tasting
Common fund : entrance to the Hôtel-Dieu (the first hospital in France), fuel, any extra activities such as blind tasting
Not included : meals and drinks
Tasting wines in the Château
Between a glass of Cremante and the secrets of the Cru lands
After a first “taste” of this region full of secrets, it is time to move on to one of the joys of this trip: tasting! Thanks to the visit to Château Philippe le Hardi , we will learn about the characteristics of the territory and the production processes that lead to the creation of these formidable wines. To complete this part of the day, we will go and taste some of the labels produced by the Château.
A 360° food and wine day? Well yes, after so much wine a nice lunch in a typical restaurant of the area doesn't hurt at all: snails bourguignon?
With a full stomach and a clear mind, we set off towards the “owl”, Dijon . The symbol of the city is precisely the owl: tradition tells of how this figure grants wishes by rubbing its left hand on the bas-relief found on the Church of Notre-Dame . We, as good travellers, will follow this lucky tradition and continue our visit of the city with many other little owls nestled along the city’s paths!
Included : Rental cars, guided entrance and wine tasting
Common fund : fuel and any parking
Not included : meals and drinks where not indicated
The Left Bank of the Rhone
Clos de Vougeot
This morning the alarm will be very sweet: a freshly baked croissant and... no coffee, but more wine! Yes, you understood very well, the good morning will be given to us by the Clos de Vougeot , one of the most prestigious wineries in France and beyond. Here the climats are still protected by medieval stone walls that determine the area of a particular wine . The vineyards surround the Renaissance castle in a truly enchanting setting: what do you say, a good awakening?
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Back in Lyon we have a wide choice of things to do: a bit of culture doesn't scare us, we set off for Place des Terreaux , the heart of the historic center. From here, a long walk through the streets of the city admiring the elegant buildings, takes us to Place Bellecour , the largest pedestrian square in Europe!
Alternatively, take the cable car to the top of Fourvière hill , until you reach the wonderful and iconic Notre-Dame de Fourvière ; going back down towards Vieux Lyon , we will once again walk along Rue du Boeuf, full of artisan shops and ateliers, where you can admire the real local artists at work.
We have some surprises in store for dinner: Lyon is cited as the food and wine capital of France and as good and proud Italians we take up the challenge!
Included : Rental cars, entrance to Clos de Vougeot cellar
Common fund: fuel and any parking, self-guide Clos de Vougeot, walking tour Lyon
Not included : meals and drinks where not indicated
Goodbye Burgundy!
It's time to say goodbye
It's time to say goodbye. A short but decidedly intense adventure, a bit like the grapes tasted in the cellars of this trip. See you soon!
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Round-trip flights are not included in any of our trips because we like to give you autonomy and flexibility: you can choose the airline you want to fly with, the departure airport that suits you best, and how many and which stops you want to make.
Since flights are not included, you also have more flexibility with your travel dates: if possible, you can arrive at your destination a few days earlier or return home a bit later – or even continue independently to a nearby destination!
This is the question of all questions, and here’s the answer, broken down into points!
The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator.
It is used to streamline paymentsfor extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
It is typically collected on the first day of the trip in local currency, although at times, the Travel Coordinator may ask for it to be paid before departure.
You’ll find the amount of the money pot on the website under the section ‘What’s included in the money pot’ – how do you get there? Look for ‘What’s included’, scroll down to ‘Money pot? Click here’, and you’ll find the details.
The amount varies depending on the destination chosen.
It is used exclusively for group expenses that ALL participants decide to take part in.
It is estimated based on the experiences of other groups but can vary depending on the needs of the group itself. As such, the Travel Coordinator may need to increase the amount during the trip.
If not all of the money pot is used, the difference will be returned to all participants at the end of the trip in equal amounts.
The Money Pot also covers the Travel Coordinator’s share of the activities included in the money pot, except for those activities that are free for the Travel Coordinator.
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If you’ve purchased the Flexible Cancellation Option (which you can add in the first step of the booking process), you can request a cancellation or trip change until 8 days before departure. In case of cancellation, you’ll receive a 100% refund of the WeRoad trip price, minus the cost of the Flexible Cancellation option. Deposits will be refunded in the form of a gift card valid for 365 days from issue date.
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In general, we always choose local accommodations, avoiding large hotel chains, because we love to experience the culture of the place and, whenever possible, contribute to the local economy. Typically, our accommodations are hotels, apartments, guesthouses, and hostels run by local entrepreneurs, with the same standard maintained across all trips in the same destination.
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The list of accommodations for your trip will be shared with you by your Travel Coordinator between 5 and 3 days before departure, along with other useful details for your adventure!
If you're wondering why WeRoad trips have a money pot, we’re assuming you already know what it is. If not, or if you have any doubts, we invite you to read all the information here!
Let’s quickly recap: The Money Pot is a common fund collected in local currency from all tour participants and managed by your Travel Coordinator. It’s used to speed up payments for extra activities, goods and services that the whole group decides to do and to guarantee flexibility in choosing activities and excursions at the destination in line with the mood of the group.
But let’s get to the point: why the money pot? First of all: it gives us a lot of flexibility. In all WeRoad trips you will have a bunch of Must See/Must Do activities already included - these are experiences, places or activities that simply cannot be missed! Any extra activities is decided by the group, why? Because each group is unique and may have particular wants or desires and the Money Pot allows each group to customise their trip to make it perfect for their requirements!
It also helps us speed up payments – imagine being in the subway in New York City, one by one purchasing the ticket...a nightmare right? Thanks to the Money Pot, the Travel Coordinator can simply purchase the tickets for everyone making the entire processes smoother! Any leftover money will be returned at the end of the trip and split equally amongst all participants.
In some destinations, buying goods or services on site is more economical as you are able to negotiate the price - places like Morocco, or South East Asia, bargaining is part of the culture. As such, our Travel Coordinators will be able to secure the best deal for all participants.
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On average the groups are made up of 6-15 people, with a minimum of 3/4 participants and a maximum of 15.
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Yes, in all our trips you will share a room with other same-sex travellers, and the bathroom will either be private or shared only with fellow participants of the trip. The rooms we select can be doubles, triples, quadruples, or multi-bed (up to 8 people in exceptional cases), depending on the destination and availability.
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During the booking process, you can also choose to opt for a mixed room: in this case, if needed, only those who have agreed to this option may share a room with travellers of a different sex. If you are booking for multiple people together and select this option, the room will not be exclusive to your group but may be shared with other travellers in the group.
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