Overview
Read reviews and enjoy exclusive savings on G Adventures 8 Day Burgundy River Cruise Adventure. Blessed with some of the most gorgeous countryside in Europe, if not the world (not to mention perhaps the best wine around), Burgundy is a place everyone should explore at least once. And the best way to do it is from the deck of an ambling river barge. Visit small villages and first-rate wineries, bike through forests and vineyards on a provided bicycle, and soak up the glorious sunshine, all with the help of a charming little hotel that goes where you go. You won’t get a better glimpse of Burgundy’s p read moreastoral pleasures than this.
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Operator
G Adventures
1 Trip Review
Avg. Rating: 5/5
Trip Style
Sailing & Cruises
Budget
Affordable
Age Range
6-99 Years
Max. Group Size
22
Pace
Moderate
Guiding Style
Fully Guided
Itinerary
Arrive at any time.
Enjoy a free morning to explore Dijon. Opt to visit the Ducal Palace, the local market or go for a mustard tasting. In the afternoon, travel to St Leger and embark the Daniele. Raise a glass to the beginning of your river adventure. (B/D)
Upon arriving in Chagny opt to enjoy the surrounding lush greenery on a nature walk, sit down for a coffee at one of the many quaint cafês in town, or take a taxi to a local winery. Tonight, consider dining tonight at the famous Michelin-starred restaurant in town, Pierre & Jean. (B/L)
Known for the fine quality of white wine, the Côte de Beaune region is especially famous for their wines produced using Chardonnay grapes. Learn about the complexity of grape growth in this region, and how these conditions influence flavour. (B)
Enjoy an afternoon cruise along the picturesque Saône River toward Saint-Jean-de-Losne. Opt for a walking through the old part of town, or take free time to explore this town's quaint shops and cathedral square. Opt to enjoy dinner ashore. (B/L)
If you chose to walk or cycle along the barge, this is an 8km route that takes you around the beautiful lush gardens of Château de Longecourt, a typical Burgundy castle, and finishes in Petit-Ouges where the boat stops for the night. (B/L/D)
Depart Petit Ouges for a full day cycling tour through the Côte de Nuits region along the Route des Grands Crus, lined with lovely vineyards and some of the most picturesque villages in the region. Enjoy wine tasting in the quaint village of Vougeot before meeting barge in Dijon. (B/D)
Trains departing from Dijon can be booked after 10am and flights from Paris can be booked from 7pm. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Cruise up the canals of Burgundy aboard the Danièle.
- Sip local wines and sample regional dishes.
- Cycle through villages and vineyards.
- Relax in the onboard Jacuzzi as the scenery glides by.
- Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Your Foodie Moment: Cremant de Bourgogne Wine Tour, Rully
- Your Foodie Moment: Vougeot Wine Tasting and Cellar Tour, Vougeot
- Wine, beer and non-alcoholic drinks included on board
- 6 nts aboard the Danièle canal barge
- Cycling in the vineyards of Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits
- Wine tours/tastings and cellar visits for Cremant de Bourgogne and Vougeot
- Visits to Saint-Jean-de-Losne and Petit-Ouges
- All transport to/from included activities and between destinations
- Use of bicycles during shore excursions
- Aboard the Danièle canal barge (6 Nights), hotel (1 Night)
- 12 spacious cabins. Amenities: each cabin has a window and is equipped with private en-suite facilities (shower and WC with hair dryer), TV, radio, telephone (for internal calls only), safe and independent air-conditioning.
- Number of cabins: 12 Maximum passenger capacity: 22 Number of crew members: 5 Amenities on board: spacious lounge with bar - restaurant - sun deck with loungers and parasols - barbecue deck - Jacuzzi at the prow of the barge - bicycles on board available for use by passengers - wifi on board.
- CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout
- 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners
- Private vehicles, Danièle canal barge, bicycle, walking
- Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions subject to change.
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
Operator
G Adventures came from a desire to deliver authentic and responsible small group travel adventures that were equally life-changing for travellers and the communities they visit. And we’re been doing just that for almost 30 years. Our award-winning trips span seven continents and over 100 countries, giving you meaningful more experiences with people, cultures, landscapes and wildlife, as well as offering you the freedom and flexibility to explore on your own.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
On all of our tours, you get to know locals every step of the way, from the places you visit and stay to where you eat and drink. You’ll also get to experience our ‘G for Good’ social impact initiatives on-trip, including our industry-leading ‘Ripple Score’. This score measures, as a percentage, the amount of money that stays in the local community through on-trip services like accommodation, restaurants and transport.
Trip Reviews (1)
Very relaxing 1
Tarnya, NSW, Australia, Aug 2018
Small group of only 9 with mixed ages. Great young enthusiastic tour leader plus exceptional crew on barge. Very hot in August and many shops closed in the small villages. Bike rides through vineyards were terrific.
Prices & Dates
There are currently no departures available on this trip. Either it's the end of the season and new departures will be released shortly, or this itinerary has been changed and is not operating this season. Feel free to contact us for information about when next seasons dates will be released or click here to view general release dates for all destinations.
Note
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
Tour & cruises prices are per person. Prices shown have savings applied, are subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Pricing and trip details are correct at this point in time, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking and are subject to change by G Adventures. For cruise itineraries, cabin images are sourced from the cruise-line and should be treated as indicative only. Cabin inclusions, upholsteries and room layout may differ to the image(s) shown depending on the ship selected and your sailing dates.
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