>The Tour
Experience the ultimate immersion into the heart of French viticulture with a Burgundy wine tour from Beaune that promises to awaken your palate and enrich your knowledge of world-class winemaking. This full-day journey is meticulously crafted for enthusiasts who want to look beyond the label and understand the complex mosaic of the Cote de Nuits and Cote de Beaune. As you travel through these legendary landscapes, you will witness the meticulous care given to the vines that produce some of the most prestigious wines on the planet.
The day begins with a deep dive into the Cote de Beaune, a region celebrated for its exceptional white wines. Your expert guide will lead you through a professional tasting at a local estate, where you will explore the nuances of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This is not just a tasting but an educational session designed to help you identify the subtle characteristics of different appellations. You will learn about the classification system and what makes a Premier Cru or Grand Cru so distinctive in this specific terroir.
Following the morning sessions, you will enjoy free time for lunch in the charming town of Beaune. This is a perfect opportunity to explore the local gastronomy at your own pace before the afternoon leg of your Burgundy wine tour from Beaune begins. The journey then continues north into the Cote de Nuits, the spiritual home of iconic Pinot Noir. Here, the scenery shifts to even more dramatic vineyard slopes, providing a stunning backdrop for your continued exploration of the region’s liquid gold.
In the afternoon, the focus shifts to another distinguished winery or a historic cellar. You will walk through the places where the magic happens, observing the aging process and the craftsmanship required to produce elegant, age-worthy wines. The guided tastings in the afternoon emphasize the power and structure of the northern reds, allowing you to compare the stylistic differences between the two main sub-regions of Burgundy.
Throughout the day, your small group setting ensures an intimate and personalized experience. With a maximum of eight participants, you have ample opportunity to engage with your guide and ask detailed questions about soil composition, climate impacts, and historical anecdotes. By the time you return to Beaune, you will have gained a comprehensive understanding of why these vineyards are protected as a UNESCO World Heritage site and why a Burgundy wine tour from Beaune is a bucket-list item for every true wine lover.
Throughout the day’s 7h30 journey, your guide will share with you the secrets of the region, its grapes and its winemakers.
Highlights of day tour in the Burgundy vineyards
- Two tastings of around 5 wines each
- Guide specialized in Burgundy
- Travel along the famous vineyards of the Côte de Beaune and Côte de Nuits
Check Availlability
Included
- Departure and return in Dijon or in Beaune
- Two tastings
- Guided experience and comments
- Travel in our cars
Not Included
- Lunch
Meeting Point
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Departure from Solstice, 29 boulevard Clémenceau, 21200 Beaune
Important information
Know before you go
- Bringing a jacket is always recommended even during hot weathers as the cellar can be quite cold all year round.
Elizabeth – United States
July 9, 2025 at 1:21 pmWe had a fantastic day learning about the wines of Burgundy. Our guide Alexandre was phenomenal. He knew everything from A to Z about growing the vines and the vineyards. I learned so much- and this was not my first wine tour ! The tour was very thorough; we traveled through the Cote de Beaune in the morning and the cote de Nuit in the afternoon. I gained a good understanding of the wines of this region. Excellent day and well worth the cost and time!
Helpful ReviewGetYourGuide traveler – France
June 27, 2025 at 6:48 amThe guide was very kind and explained everything clearly and carefully. We were able to see the famous vineyards up close through narrow field roads that I would not have been able to take in my own car. We enjoyed the wonderful scenery and delicious wine. Thank you very much.
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