Embark on a wine tour in Macon & Beaujolais Crus regions to experience the best Chardonnay and Gamay wines in South Burgundy. Visit family wineries and indulge in the rich flavors of whites and reds!
Embark on a wine tour in Macon & Beaujolais Crus regions to experience the best Chardonnay and Gamay wines in South Burgundy. Visit family wineries and indulge in the rich flavors of whites and reds!
- Office of Tourism and Congress of Metropolis of Lyon - At 8:50 am, the English-speaking guide will greet participants in front of the Lyon Office de Tourisme building on Bellecour Square (50 meters opposite Le Royal Hotel). After a brief walk, participants will board an 8-seater minivan to commence the excursion.
- Romaneche-Thorins - After a…
- Office of Tourism and Congress of Metropolis of Lyon - At 8:50 am, the English-speaking guide will greet participants in front of the Lyon Office de Tourisme building on Bellecour Square (50 meters opposite Le Royal Hotel). After a brief walk, participants will board an 8-seater minivan to commence the excursion.
- Romaneche-Thorins - After a 40-minute drive north from Lyon, enjoy the stunning wine route and explore the northern part of the Beaujolais region, known for its breathtaking landscapes and granite terroirs. Stop at Moulin-à-vent to learn about the Gamay grape and capture some photos.
- Fuisse - Continue to the Macon vineyards, the birthplace of the Chardonnay grape varietal, and pass through several charming villages built in ocher stone: Saint Véran, Leynes, Fuissé, etc.
At 10:45 a.m., visit a family wine estate. Discover its history and learn about wine-making and the art of aging in barrels.
Then, taste a selection of white and red wines, including the renowned Pouilly-Fuissé appellation. Experience the finesse and freshness of these perfectly balanced wines with a hint of oak.
- La Roche de Solutre - Continue the tour with a stop at Solutré Rock (493 meters), a natural masterpiece and symbol of Southern Burgundy.
Take a moment to admire this “Sphinx,” which overlooks the Mâcon vineyards and is recognized as a significant Palaeolithic site in France.
- Cluny - Delight in the exquisite cuisine of Southern Burgundy, including the famous beef bourguignon. Menus start at 24 euros during the week, not included.
Begin the afternoon with a stroll through the streets of Cluny, a city renowned worldwide for its abbey.
- La Roche-Vineuse - Continue the journey along a beautiful road to a charming Burgundy wine chateau that produces Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines.
With the guide, visit the vaulted cellar and the wine cellar, then taste six wines in a welcoming atmosphere.
Take the time to savor these Burgundy wines, known for their fruity bouquet, aromatic complexity, and delightful length on the palate.
All in one day, enjoy both white and red wines!
- Comfortable air-conditioned minibus transport
- Bilingual guide (English and French)
- Wine tasting experience with 11-12 different wines
- Comfortable air-conditioned minibus transport
- Bilingual guide (English and French)
- Wine tasting experience with 11-12 different wines
- Food and drinks are not included.
- Lunch is not included but the local restaurant where we will stop suggest a menu of the day (around 20
- Food and drinks are not included.
- Lunch is not included but the local restaurant where we will stop suggest a menu of the day (around 20
Explore the regions of Macon & Beaujolais Crus, and delight in some of the finest Chardonnay and Gamay wines from Pouilly Fuissé, Pouilly Vinzelles, Mâcon Villages, St Véran, Fleurie, Morgon, Brouilly, Moulin-a-Vent, and more! Our South Burgundy wine tour includes visits to 2 family-run vineyards, and gives you the opportunity to experience the popular…
Explore the regions of Macon & Beaujolais Crus, and delight in some of the finest Chardonnay and Gamay wines from Pouilly Fuissé, Pouilly Vinzelles, Mâcon Villages, St Véran, Fleurie, Morgon, Brouilly, Moulin-a-Vent, and more! Our South Burgundy wine tour includes visits to 2 family-run vineyards, and gives you the opportunity to experience the popular French saying, ‘Whites before reds, you’re okay in the head; reds then whites, prepare for a night’
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.