Saturday, 29^th April: Route des Grands Crus

After breakfast, enjoy a bike tour on scenic roads through the Route des Grands Crus of Côte de Beaune vineyards - Pommard, Volnay and Meursault. Stop for a fascinating visit of the Château de Pommard. Then enjoy a tasting of vintages from Château de Pommard and two other appellations. Continue by bike on the Route des Grands Crus with drinks and snacks on the way. Break at the village of Puligny Montrachet at the famous plot of Montrachet Grand Cru. Enjoy a lazy 3 course lunch with a free flow of wine

at 1* Michelin restaurant Le Montrachet. In the evening take a guided stroll around Beaune and witness beautiful Renaissance architecture Discover the stunning courtyard of the beautiful 15th century Hospices de Beaune. Built in 1453, this historic hospital owns some of the most coveted vineyards in Burgundy. Dinner with free flowing wine at Le Caveau des Arches. If unable to ride a cycle, transport by car or bicycle rickshaw will be available.

Sunday, 30^th April: Burgundy Truffle Hunt, Clos de Vougeot

After breakfast, depart for the Highlands of Cote de Nuit and the Truffle Hunt. Journey through the beautiful villages of Aloxe, Corton, Nuit Saint George till you arrive at the secret Burgundy Truffle trail. Burgundy truffle naturally appears in fall and is similar to the black winter truffles. It has more delicate flavours with hazelnut-like aromas. The Truffle hunt will be followed by a truffle-based lunch with  local wines.  In the afternoon the group

will be welcomed at the wine estate for a tour and tasting of some of the finest wines of the area. Head back to Beaune and then transfer to Chagny for a gastronomic wine dinner in 3* Michelin restaurant Maison Lameloise.

Monday, 1^st May: Vineyards of Côte de Nuits, Cooper Demonstrations

After breakfast depart by minibus through the scenic Grand Cru Road of Côte de Nuits for a walking tour through the vineyards of Burgundy. Cross through the Grand Cru vineyards. Pass through the quaint villages of Gevrey Chambertin, Morey Saint Denis, Chambolle Musigny and head to one of the more famous sites of Burgundy, the majestic Château de Clos Vougeot. A guided visit to the Château reveals a 12^th century wine cellar and massive wine press. Your path continues across the  Echezeaux    and  Grand    Echezeaux  vineyards  and  then

brings you to the heart of some of the world’s greatest vineyards: La Romanée, Romanée-Conti, Richebourg, and La Tâche. Enjoy a wine tasting followed by lunch at Le Chef Coq in Nuit St Georges. After lunch, visit a wine estate for a tasting and cooper craft demonstration. A cooper will introduce the group to his craftsmanship through a dynamic and fun workshop. You will learn all you need to know on wood selection, origins, assembling, heating and the influence of all these steps of wine aging. Try your hand at building your own barrel. Head back to Beaune for dinner and free flowing wine at Le Fleury.

Tuesday, 2^nd May: Hot Air Balloon, Crémant de Bourgogne

After early breakfast, drive to the take-off site for the hot air balloon flight. Enjoy a breath-taking view of vineyards bathed in sunlight, medieval towns and villages, churches, castles and the wooded hillside. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Le Benaton. Then visit one of the best Crémant wine producers, and discover this local sparkling wine made by the méthode champenoise. Private visit of 12th century Chateau de Rully with the owner, Comte Raoul de Ternay. Dinner and wine at Le Jardin des Remparts in Beaune.

Wednesday, 3^rd May: Goodbye Burgundy

After breakfast, guests can freely enjoy the city of Beaune. Transfer to Charles de Gaulle airport. End of your Burgundy Escape.