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BURGUNDY, FRANCE I 23-28 JUNE 2024
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BIKING THROUGH BURGUNDY
AN IDYLLIC BLEND
Combine your passions as a cycling enthusiast and wine connoisseur with a picturesque bike tour of the Route de Grands Crus, lined with the most esteemed vineyards of the region.
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meters
31 miles / 50 km
23 miles / 37 km
33 miles / 54 km
22 miles / 36 km
20 miles / 32 km
Dijon
The enchanting culinary Mecca of Dijon is where you’ll meet your guides and settle into
L’Abbaye de la Bussiere, a medieval abbey and your luxury home for the first two nights.
Your perfectly tuned, top-of-the-line bike will be professionally fitted
specifically to you to ensure the best ride possible.
Gather with your newfound peloton over dinner to celebrate the
challenge ahead.
Gevrey-Chambertin > Clos de Vougeot > Nuits-Saint-George
From the Canal de Bourgogne up to the forest of the Hautes-Côtes de Nuits, then
descend into the realm of the most famous vineyards in the world.
Stop in Gevrey-Chambertin to taste powerful reds, then enjoy lunch with winemaker
Christine Drouhin, paired with her own sophisticated wines.
Cycle through prestigious estates like Chambolle-Musigny, Échezeaux, and Romanée-Conti.
Magny-lès-Villers > Pernand-Vergelesses > Savigny-lès-Beaune > Beaune
Test your power on the first big hill before descending on tranquil roads towards
Pernand-Vergelesses. Brake for Crémant de Bourgogne and an experiential education break in Savigny-lès-Beaune with a vigneron, at his home.
Ride on to medieval Beaune for a well-earned lunch at a chef’s home,
featuring her inspired dishes paired with her favorite wines of the region.
Afterwards, settle into your home for the remaining nights, Hotel Le Cedre,
before strolling into town for the famous Bresse chicken.
Beaune > Saint-Romain > Saint-Aubin > Santenay > Chassagne-Montrachet > Puligny-Montrachet > Meursault > Volnay > Pommard
Explore the Hautes-Côtes and Côte de Beaune, pedaling into the charming hamlet of Orches and admire the Château de La Rochepot. Take a quiet bike path to Santenay, the southernmost wine-producing village of the Côte de Beaune, then spin through iconic wine towns, including Chassagne-Montrachet.
Indulge in a gourmet, wine-paired lunch at Olivier Leflaive’s restaurant in Puligny-Montrachet. Head into the quintessential white wine village: Meursault, and then onto Pommard, where the vineyards are almost exclusively planted with Pinot Noir grapes.
Unwind with dinner in a surprise location in historic Beaune.
Savigny-lès-Beaune > Marey-lès-Fussey > Comblanchien >
Aloxe-Corton > Pernand-Vergelesses > Beaune
Start the day with a tasting at world famous Maison Luis Jadot, producing Burgandy since 1826, then off to Marey-Lès-Fussey, admiring the glazed tile rooftops in a sea of verdant vineyards. A wine producer doing double duty as a truffle farm hosts your truffle themed lunch, followed by a pleasant descent into the village of Comblanchien.
Back in Beaune, refresh and visit one of the oldest wineries in Beaune. Then pay a visit to the Hôtel-Dieu, a charity hospital founded in 1443 and one of the finest examples of 15th-century French architecture.
Within the centuries old wine cellar at Joseph Drouhin, toast to your accomplishments—of body and spirit—and the kinships forged along la Route des Grands Crus with an elegant closing dinner.
Pommard > Volnay > Nantoux > Savigny-lès-Beaune > Beaune
After breakfast, say goodbye to Burgundy however you see fit. Take advantage of the last
few luxurious hours on hotel grounds.
Or go for a final spin through the Côte de Beaune and the classic
Burgundian villages like Pommard, Nantoux, and Savigny-lès-Beaune.
Your guides will see you off at the Beaune train station by noon.
TOUR GUIDES
Essential support and inspiration
An expert team of six bilingual guides with extensive local knowledge will provide insight, motivation, and daily bike maintenance for optimal performance.
Four support vehicles follow the day’s route to distribute refreshments, offer lifts, and pick-up and drop-off from predetermined meeting points.
Konstantins Baum, named one of the 50 greatest talents in the wine world in 2019, will be your traveling sommelier throughout the trek.
GEAR
Cannondale Synapse 2 RLE
Ride performance bikes from premier manufacturers featuring light frames, smooth-rolling tires, comfortable seats, and wide gear ranges for an optimal ride during your days in the saddle.
Roadmachine Amp Two
E-bikes are available, providing an extra boost to your own pedal power, so you can ride longer distances, tackle tougher climbs, and maintain a faster pace. A little extra power from the built-in Mahle motor and battery.
Riding Equipment
Our outfitting package ensures you’re fully equipped for your cycling adventure with premium selections. Choose between flat or caged pedals and fitted saddles for a personalized riding experience. Safety is paramount with a top-quality helmet, while GPS navigation keeps you on track. You’ll also receive a custom-fitted t-shirt and jersey, a water bottle to stay hydrated, a selection of energizing snacks, and a convenient drawstring bag to carry your essentials.
CHAIRS
CHRIS & CHRISTINE COOK
DATES
23-28 June 2024
EVENT SIZE
Limited to 22
Accommodations
Abbaye de la Bussière
Hotel Le Cedre
AIRPORTS
Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
PRICE PER PERSON:
US$21,000 (double occupancy)
US$22,500 (single occupancy)
Staff
Thomas Happell
Open to CEO members and spouses/partners
• 23-28 June 2024 •
BIKING THROUGH BURGUNDY
Breakaway for an unforgettable cycling experience
