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TOUR CODE:
UBU
An introduction to cycling through the Burgundy region's
magnificent vineyards
Based in Burgundy's wine capital, Beaune, this short break combines
cycling through the grand estates with time to soak up the charm of the
town. The nearby vineyards offer a number of interesting cycle routes on
a combination of dedicated cycle paths and minor roads, past rolling vine
covered hills and small hamlets brimming with local produce. Sample wines
at the cellar door or stop for a leisurely lunch at one of the many restaurants
in the region. There is ample time to appreciate the great history of Beaune
and a visit to the hospices is a highlight.
ITINERARY: DAY 1 |
Arrive Beaune
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Cycle through the Côte de Nuit
to discover the great estates best known for their red wines (53 or 65km)
3 |
Cycle the 'Cote de Beaune' where the famous vineyards of Meursault
and Puligny-Montrachet can be found (45 or 53km)
4 |
Cycle excursion
through Bouilland (43km), trip concludes
INCLUSIONS: 
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3 breakfasts
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3 nights in a 3 star hotel on a twin share
basis with ensuite facilities
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information pack including route notes, maps
and tourist information per room
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24 speed mens or ladies bike (electric
bike available on request ‑ supplement applies) equipped with two panniers,
anti‑theft device, helmet, map holder and repair kit
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emergency hotline
NOTES:
Child discounts available. Trailers, trail‑a‑bikes & kids bikes on request.
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TOUR CODE:
CHM
Discover Champagne houses and charming villages by bike
Known throughout the world for its celebratory drink, the Champagne region
is just under two hours by train fromParis. Exploring the region by bike reveals
so much more to Champagne than endless vineyards. There are forests,
interspersed with quiet trails along the Marne River leading to charming
villages. The grand cities of Epernay and Reims are rich in historical legacies
such as the magnificent Gothic cathedral in Reims, however much of the
wealth of these cities has been generated by the Champagne industry. The
cycle route begins in the capital of Champagne, Epernay, where you can
visit the underground cellars of Moët and Chandon, before discovering the
quintessential scenery of the Marne valley. With time in Reims and the 'Côte
des Blancs' vineyards, there is ample reward for your cycling effort as you
pedal between villages and wine cellars. Overnight stays in specially hand
picked hotels where you can sample the excellent local cuisine.
ITINERARY: DAY 1 |
Arrive Epernay, the Champagne capital
2 |
Cycle
the Canal de la Marne en route to Baulne en Brie (43km)
3 |
Cycle to Vertus
via a Renaissance chateau (42km)
4 |
Through the 'Côte des Blancs' and
on to Tours sur Marne (43km)
5 |
Cycle the Champagne tourist route to
Reims (41km)
6 |
Circuit through forests and vineyards and return to Reims
(49km)
7 |
Return to Epernay through the Montagne de Reims (50km), trip
concludes (or extend by one night)
INCLUSIONS: 
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6 breakfasts, 4 dinners
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4 nights in 3 star and 2 nights
in 2 star hotels on a twin share basis with ensuite facilities
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luggage transfer
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information pack including route notes, maps and tourist information per
room
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24 speed mens or ladies bike equipped with two panniers, helmet,
anti‑theft device, bike computer, map holder and repair kit
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emergency hotline
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Learn about why Champagne is Champagne whilst
sipping on this magical celebratory wine. Go into the
chalk cave cellars of the famous Champagne houses
and, above ground, marvel
at the Chagall windows in
Reims' majestic and gothic
Notre-Dame cathedral.
Tiny hamlets are brimming with local
produce: sample wines at the cellar door
or stop for a leisurely lunch at one of the
many restaurants in the region.
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DATES 2015
Daily from 1 Mar to 31 Oct
Joining Beaune
DATES 2015
Daily from 1 Mar to 31 Oct
Joining Epernay
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