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Burgundy Biking
From the Morvan to The Cote D'Or
There is a special flavor to Burgundy. Yes, it's in the wine, but it transcends everything. It's in the gracious demeanor of the people. It's in the friendly rolling hills and small villages that sit quietly among the vineyards. You feel the rich flavors of Burgundy as you pedal toward the multi-colored Flemish tiled roofs in Beaune. When you combine all these unique flavors, you quickly understand that the wine is only where Burgundy's story begins.
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• The Morvan, a beautiful, wild, lesser-known part of Burgundy
• Bike along the Route des Grands Crus to the famous towns of Aloxe-Corton and Chassagne-Montrachet
• Savor phenomenal cuisine paired with wonderful wines
• Private cellar tour and tasting at acclaimed Maison Alex Gambal
• Beaune, the vibrant capital of the Cote d'Or
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Days 1-2
The Morvan, a beautiful, wild, lesser-known part of Burgundy with lush forests and farmland, lovely lakes and quaint villages. Spin through chateau-dotted countryside to the hilltop village of Vezelay and discover its cathedral, a World Heritage site.
• Two nights at Chateau de Vault-de-Lugny. A moated 16th-century castle with a 13th-century dungeon, this hotel is brimming with charm, from its fine antiques and tapestries to the ducks and peacocks roaming its grounds. (pool, spa)
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Day 3
Savor phenomenal cuisine paired with wonderful wines at Michelin-starred Le Relais Bernard Loiseau. Looking for the landscape photo? One stunning vista follows another as you ride across rolling pastures past ancient manors and abbeys.
• One night at Le Relais Bernard Loiseau. Surrounded by beautiful gardens, it's known for the three-star Michelin cuisine and warm intimate atmosphere. A Relais & Chateaux member. (pool, spa)
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Day 4
Private cellar tour and tasting at acclaimed Maison Alex Gambal, where artisanal wines are made by hand. Plunge into the centuries-old winemaking tradition at celebrated Clos de Vougeot, a restored medieval chateau and vineyard. Radiant chardonnay and pinot noir vines escort you and your bike from the Cote de Nuits into the Cote de Beaune.
• Two nights at Hotel le Cep. Described by the Hideaway Report as "an opulent hotel created from several 14th- to 18th-century mansions in the heart of the charming wine capital of Beaune." A Small Luxury Hotels of the World member.
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Days 5-6
Bike along the Route des Grands Crus to the famous towns of Aloxe-Corton and Chassagne-Montrachet. Caves perfect for sampling and buying wine are as plentiful as the vintages are delightful.
Beaune, the vibrant capital of the Cote d'Or. Check out the 15th-century Hospices de Beaune, a tile-studded showcase of Flemish-Burgundian architecture and impressive history, on a private guided tour.
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Dates: May 22-27, 2011, Jun 12-17, 2011, Jul 31-Aug 5, 2011, Aug 14-19, 2011, Aug 28-Sep 2, 2011, Sep 11-16, 2011, Sep 18-23, 2011, Sep 25-30, 2011
Length: 6 days/5 nights
Level: 2 to 5
Cost: $4298
Single Supplement: $1200
(Please note: Prices are subject to change. Please view current pricing here.
Meals: All meals included except 1 lunch, 1 dinner
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