Arrive at any time.
Day 1 Dijon
Enjoy a free day to explore Dijon. In the afternoon, transfer to the river barge and embark the Danièle.
Day 2 Dijon (1B, 1D)
Depart Dijon 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 a wine tasting in the quaint village of Vougeot before meeting barge in Longecourt-en-Plaine.
Day 3 Dijon/Longecourt-en-Plaine (1B, 1D)
Start the day with a walk around the beautiful lush gardens of Château de Longecourt, a typical Burgundy castle. Continue the morning walking along the canal and looking at the various locks. Enjoy the Burgundy canal as we walk a 5km (3 mi) stretch of the canal between Longecourt and La Biètre lock. Climb aboard the barge and continue sailing to St-Jean-de-Losne. Free time in the afternoon to visit St-Jean-de-Losne.
Day 4 Longecourt-en-Plaine/Saint-Jean-de-Losne (1B, 1L)
Sail along the Saône River take in picturesque scenes of local life on the shore. Spend a relaxing afternoon walking through the footpaths around Chalon-sur-Saône. Choose to do some shopping in town or relax on board with a glass of local wine.
Day 5 Saint-Jean-de-Losne/Chalon-sur-Saône (1B, 1L)
Cycle along the Côte de Beaune, stopping at villages and vineyards along the way. Explore the vineyards of Chateau de Chassigny-Montrachet while stopping to sample some wines. This mostly flat ride is an ideal way to experience quintessential Burgundy.
Day 6 Chalon-sur-Saône/Chagny (1B)
Arrive to Santenay in the morning and opt to take a walk around the village, or tour the grounds of the stunning Château de Santenay. Continue cruising to Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune. Enjoy lunch on board while watching the countryside go by. Upon arrival, explore the quaint village or visit the medieval Château de Couches.
Day 7 Chagny/Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune (1B, 1L, 1D)
After breakfast, catch the group transfer to the train station in Dijon. Tour ends on arrival.
Day 8 Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune/Dijon (1B)
Day 1 Dijon
Enjoy a free day to explore Dijon. In the afternoon, transfer to the river barge and embark the Danièle.
Day 2 Dijon (1B, 1D)
Depart Dijon 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 a wine tasting in the quaint village of Vougeot before meeting barge in Longecourt-en-Plaine.
Day 3 Dijon/Longecourt-en-Plaine (1B, 1D)
Start the day with a walk around the beautiful lush gardens of Château de Longecourt, a typical Burgundy castle. Continue the morning walking along the canal and looking at the various locks. Enjoy the Burgundy canal as we walk a 5km (3 mi) stretch of the canal between Longecourt and La Biètre lock. Climb aboard the barge and continue sailing to St-Jean-de-Losne. Free time in the afternoon to visit St-Jean-de-Losne.
Day 4 Longecourt-en-Plaine/Saint-Jean-de-Losne (1B, 1L)
Sail along the Saône River take in picturesque scenes of local life on the shore. Spend a relaxing afternoon walking through the footpaths around Chalon-sur-Saône. Choose to do some shopping in town or relax on board with a glass of local wine.
Day 5 Saint-Jean-de-Losne/Chalon-sur-Saône (1B, 1L)
Cycle along the Côte de Beaune, stopping at villages and vineyards along the way. Explore the vineyards of Chateau de Chassigny-Montrachet while stopping to sample some wines. This mostly flat ride is an ideal way to experience quintessential Burgundy.
Day 6 Chalon-sur-Saône/Chagny (1B)
Arrive to Santenay in the morning and opt to take a walk around the village, or tour the grounds of the stunning Château de Santenay. Continue cruising to Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune. Enjoy lunch on board while watching the countryside go by. Upon arrival, explore the quaint village or visit the medieval Château de Couches.
Day 7 Chagny/Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune (1B, 1L, 1D)
After breakfast, catch the group transfer to the train station in Dijon. Tour ends on arrival.
Day 8 Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune/Dijon (1B)
- 6 nts aboard the Danièle canal river barge
- Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune cycling
- Wine tours/tastings and cellar visits in Vougeot and Chassagne-Montrachet
- Visits to Saint-Jean-de-Losne and Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune
- Free time to explore historic Dijon
- Use of bicycles during shore excursions
- All transport to/from included activities and between destinations
- 7 breakfasts
- 3 lunches
- 3 dinners
Prices based on accommodation only basis,
Packages with flights, car hire or transfers are available. All prices and details are subject to change and availability. Terms and conditions apply.
Prices start from £1,699
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Holiday Name : Burgundy River Cruise Adventure - Southbound
Reference : GAH
Reference : GAH
