Best of Burgundy 2015

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Burgundy

For centuries Burgundy’s powerful dukes extended their influence over a vast area, and their state

was the best-organized and richest in Europe. Burgundy finally fell to the French kings, but

remained one of France’s most prosperous regions. In the Middle Ages the monks in the region

studied the vineyards that they worked. Recognizing the importance of place, they parceled out the

land based on the quality of wine it produced, a legacy that remains today. It’s peaceful way of life,

celebrated wine, delicious food and numerous outdoor activities all combine to make this region

the ideal place to discover and appreciate la vie Française. The Wine is, of course, the region’s

most obvious attraction and devotees head straight for the great vineyards whose produce has

played the key role in the local economy since Louis XIV’s doctor prescribed wine as a palliative for

the royal dyspepsia.

Trip Highlights

Privately guided tour of Paris

Visit L'Hôtel-Dieu in Beaune

Private guided days visiting the very best of the Côte-d'Or

Enjoy a high speed scenic train trip through the French countryside.

An opportunity to taste many top shelf Premiere and Grand Cru Wines

An opportunity to explore on your own

Exquisite hotels

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Day 1 – Arrival Paris

Upon arrival in the city of lights you can enjoy the remainder of your day at leisure, we will provide

you with restaurant suggestions prior to your trip and assist with making any reservations for dinner

this evening.

Paris attracts so many visitors as it is a world capital known for its cultural and historic richness, as

well as its famous monuments. The city is made up of various districts, or 'quarters', which offer a

unique environment to suit everyone. It is a wonderful city to stroll and explore The Grand Avenue

des Champs Elysées and the Arc de Triomphe; the tranquility of the Seine's quays, the 'ile de la Cité'

where the Notre Dame Cathedral stands, Montmartre dominated by the Basilique of Sacré Coeur,

not forgetting the incomparable monuments that are the Eiffel Tower, the Garnier Opera, the Bastille

Opera, the Louvre and Orsay museums, the lively districts of Montparnasse or the Latin Quarter, the

latter being home to the famous Sorbonne University.

Dinner at leisure and overnight at your hotel.





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Day 2 – Paris

This morning, after breakfast, meet your guide to begin with a privately guided two hour

introduction to the city.

This morning you will be introduced to Paris. Armed with maps your guide with begin by explaining

the layout of the city. We will offer tips on local customs, a basic language lesson, suggestions for

dining, were to get the best markets, cafes, and the boulangerie where the best baguette in the

area can be found, shopping, etc. Then head outside for a stroll, to absorb the neighborhood

ambiance. Stopping occasionally at historic buildings and monuments, or perhaps to go over how

the métro or vélib bikes work. Your guide will be sure to tailor the tour to your interests. We’ll

point out the best places to dine this evening.

You have the afternoon to explore Paris in confidence with your new-found knowledge.

Dinner at leisure with recommendations and overnight at your hotel.

Day 3 – Paris to Beaune

After breakfast, make your own way to Paris Gare de Lyon train station.

We include pre purchased train tickets from Paris to Beaune. On the high speed “TGV” train

Today you’ll be able to take some time to relax a little and enjoy the wonderful town of Beaune –

the true wine capital of Burgundy. We provide a self-guided historic walk of the town centre,

including the old town walls, the Collegial Church (with its collection of 15th century tapestries)

and the medieval Ducal Palace. Once you have finished exploring we will arrange a tour and

tasting, in the historic cellars at the Bouchard Pere & Fils. After wandering underneath the streets

of Beaune in the labyrinthine cellars, of course you'll get to taste some of their wonderful wines. At

the end of the afternoon, a tour of the incredible





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L'Hôtel-Dieu awaits – this astounding building, a 15th century charity hospital – is the site to see in

Beaune and a very important part of the history of this region and especially the wine. Your visit will

begin to impart a new understanding of one of the most interesting stories in the world of wine.

You will also have time today to enjoy the great cafés and boutiques of charming Beaune. Dinner

included this evening, in one of our favourite restaurants.

Overnight at your hotel.

Day 4 – Cote des Nuits

Meet your guide after breakfast at your hotel. We will begin our day at the top of the Cote de Nuits

with a guided tour and visit to Clos De Vougeout.

Ever since the twelfth century, the monks of Cîteaux

have cultivated the vines, selected the young vines, and

constantly improved the pruning and growing

methods. In order to do so, buildings were constructed

on the domain.

Built to house more than 2000 casks, the cellar dates

from the middle of the twelfth century. Situated on

ground level, but well protected from air and light, the

cellar and the vat house are both models of architecture and form a with four enormous oak wine

presses.





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We will continue our day with a paired lunch and wine tasting in Corton Domaine Senard or

Domaine Trapet in Gevrey, both are boutique producers of fine wine and are always happy to

receive us. After lunch we will visit 1 or 2 wineries as well as pass through and see teh world

renowned Romanee Conti.

These are a some of the wineries we can visit in the area

all of them producers of premiere and grand cru wines.

Domaine Leclerc, Domaine Rion, Dufouleur, Senard,

Chapuis, Domaine d'Ardhuy, Domaine Bertagna we

will include 1 domaine near Nuits St Georges and 1 in

Aloxe Corton. These towns are the best examples of

not only the finest wines in the region but also of

traditional Burgundian town planning and architecture.

They are a marvel unto themselves.

At 6pm you will be delivered to the door of your hotel

for the night. We will provide a list of restaurant suggestions for Beaune and your guide will likely

also have some reccomendations as well.

Day 5 – Cote du Beaune

This morning you will be picked up at 9am for a day in the Cote de Beaune 50% Pinot Noir and 50%

Burgundian Chardonnay the soils in this part of Burgundy vary greatly and our goal is to show you

the difference between the grand pinot noir of the Cote de Nuits and how it contrasts the smooth

and seductive reds from Pommard and Volnay and of course the finest whites will be presented

from the appellations near the famous village of Meursault.





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We begin with a visit in a very small organic winery near the remarkable 13th century La

Rochepot castle. We will continue onto Chateau de Chassagne for a visit and pass through the

Grand Cru Montrachet plots where your guide will enlighten you on some of the finer points of

Viticulture and the importance of soil (terroir) the next stop would be a Winery tour at Oliver

Leflaive and lunch in Puligny Montrachet.

These are the wineries we would consider for your day in the Cote de Beaune

Domaine Lahaye, Domaine Lejeune, Domaine Ropiteau, Domaine Leflaive, Domaine Picard

chateau de Chassagne, Chateau de Pommard.

Return to your hotel at the end of the day. Dinner at leisure.

Day 6 – Departure

This morning after breakfast, make your own way to Beaune train station to catch your train back to

Paris.

Pre- Purchased high speed rail tickets Beaune to Paris.

Bon Voyage!





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A note on Hotels

Hotels are an important part of any travel experience. For some it is a place to sleep at the

end of a big day of exploration and in other cases it is a sanctuary where one can rest and

restore in the care of professionals.

We carefully choose hotels for our trips. We look for hotels that are perfectly located with

excellent service. We want your time at rest to be as enjoyable and memorable as your

adventure.





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Hotel Options 1

Paris - Hotel Louvre Rivoli

Hotel Louvre Rivoli is located in a prime location in the 1st arrondissement of Paris. The Hotel is

nestled in a quiet little street just steps from the Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral and the

historic Marais district. This splendid location, away from the bustling Chatelet Les Halles district, is

perfect for exploring the centre of Paris on foot. The area offers extensive shopping facilities, as

well as an array of restaurants, cafés and theatres.

Beaune - Chez Fatien

When entering “Chez les Fatiens” you have the impression that you are visiting family. The

Burgundy flagstone patio welcomes you with a large table around which you can share a glass of

Maison Fatien wine, surrounded by the plants and the soothing sounds of the fountain. Set in a

former wine making property from the 14th century, Chez Les Fatien provides en suite

accommodation in the wine capital of Burgundy. Just steps from the L'Hôtel-Dieu. The Fatien

rooms are air-conditioned and uniquely decorated with antique furniture. Chez Les Fatien has a

large wine selection and guests may visit the hotel’s wine cellar.





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Hotel options 2 - Paris

Villa Madame

Located in a quiet and historical street of the Left Bank of Paris, the Villa Madame is a hotel that still

possesses the privacy and poesy of a private mansion. The Villa Madame has a chic contemporary

decor in two shades of pastel creating a unique, unpretentious and warm feeling of luxury. The

Madame's personality expresses itself with all the details.

Beaune - Hotel Le Cep

Ideally located in the heart of the medieval town of Beaune, Wine Capital of Burgundy, just a

couple of steps from the famous Hotel Dieu des Hospices and Notre-Dame Basilica, Le Cep is a

veritable institution, affiliated to the prestigious Small Luxury Hotels of the World.





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Hotel options 3 - Paris

Relais Christine

The vast mansion which now houses the Relais Christine was built on the remains of the Abbey of

the Grands-Augustins, founded in 1231. This delightful and discreetly luxurious boutique hotel has

managed to preserve the intimacy of the private residence it once was. The quiet atmosphere of

its lounge, the charm of the spa, its private flowered garden and its personalized service make it a

restful and friendly place to stay, worthy of the ` in the heart of Saint-Germain-des-Prés, left bank, a

few steps from the Latin Quarter. Conveniently located just off the Seine, in the very quiet Rue

Christine, the hotel is within a 2 minute walk from excellent restaurants, bistros and cafés, from the

famous art galleries of rues Mazarine and Dauphine as well as from the prestigious boutiques of

Boulevard Saint-Germain. Notre-Dame, the Musée d’Orsay, the Musée du Louvre, the Conciergerie

or La Monnaie de Paris is all at a few minute walk.

The Restaurant: At the Relais Christine, room service is available 24/7. Each morning, our stunning

vaulted breakfast room offers a rich buffet. To have a drink and unwind in front of the fireplace,

try our lounge and its honor bar.



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Hotel options 3 - Beaune

Hostellerie de Levernois

In the heart of the Cote de Beaune,the Hostellerie de Levernois is a bourgeois house in harmony

with nature. Nested in a 11 acres park, on the edge of a golf course, the Hostellerie de Levernois

have genuinely Burgundian manor-house styled rooms and suites, a starred gourmet restaurant

with its exceptional cellar and a bistrot. Traditional service here means that at the end of a big day

one can rest assured that your evening is as stimulating as your day.

One of the most interesting attributes are that the rooms and suites are distributed throughout

the property. The atmosphere and the intimacy of the main house make it a particularly quiet

place. The Pavillon is in the middle of the park. All rooms have a private terrace opening onto

greenery.

Finally the Meix des Glycines, old 18th century building has sophisticated decoration with old

parquet flooring and beauty of fine Burgundian limestone floors that can be also found

throughout the property.





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Terms and Conditions

INCLUSIONS:

2 nights accommodation in Paris. Double room

3 nights accommodation in Beaune – Double room

5 breakfasts

Two hours private introduction of Paris with English speaking guide

Pre purchased reserved rail ticket Paris to Beaune return

Self-guided walk in Beaune

Full day visit in the Côte de Beaune including visit, tastings, and English Speaking Guide

Full day visit in the Côte de Nuits including visit, tastings, and English Speaking Guide

Tastings and visits according to the itinerary

English speaking guide/chauffeur according to itinerary

EXCLUSIONS:

International and domestic airfare

Any entrance tickets not mentioned in the itinerary

All meals and beverages if not mentioned in the itinerary

Optional Cooking Class

Travel Insurance

Items of a Personal Nature

PRICING

Price will varies based on travel dates and hotel choices click HERE to contact an advisor.



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A non-refundable deposit of 50% is required at time of booking

Full payment due 90 days prior to travel and is non-refundable.

Unless otherwise specified, no insurance is included in the prices we offer. Into the Vineyard

suggests that you purchase travel insurance, against the following risks. Personal Injury, trip

Cancellation, trip interruption, repatriation and loss of luggage. Ask your advisor for a quote.

No rooms or excursions have been held at the moment. Availability and price are guaranteed at

time of booking.

In case of cancellation of a booking, the customer must inform Into the Vineyard by a recorded

delivery letter with acknowledgement of receipt, as early as possible: the date of the

acknowledgement of receipt will be considered as the cancellation date in order to calculate the

cancellation fee.

Into the Vineyard reserves the right to adjust the trip price based on market currency fluctuations,

any variation in the currency exchange between currency of payment and currency of country(s) of

travel posted by the Federal Reserve of America that is in excess of 3% at time of final payment can

be added to the cost of the trip at time of final payment. To guarantee the aforementioned quoted

price you retain the option to pay the full amount at your discretion.

As far as possible, Into the Vineyard will satisfy amendment requests. If these requests concern an

extension of the stay, an increased number of persons, or the purchase of additional services, these

amendments will be charged in addition to the original price. For any other amendment, a fee per

person will be charged.

Some international and in-country or regional airfares have advance purchase and ticketing

requirements which will be communicated at time of reservation. Additional payment to cover the

costs of the airline tickets will be requested in order to issue the tickets. Airline tickets carry penalties

as per rules of the fare. Penalties are also imposed for any changes to the air reservations made after

ticketing.

We reserve the right to request additional deposits if required by hotels and suppliers. This will be

communicated at time of confirmation of booking.





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Any complaint for non-fulfillment or poor fulfillment of the travel contract should be made on the

spot, and referred either to the offending provider of service or to Into the Vineyard. The complaint

must describe the grievance and be made within 24 hours.

If you have not obtained satisfaction, please send your complaint through registered mail, and join

all written evidence within 15 days after the end of your trip. The length of our investigation will

determine the delay in our response to your complaint.

Into the Vineyard shall not be held liable for any inconvenience due to Loss/theft of plane tickets at

the customs or check-in, non-presentation, or presentation of documents (ID card, passport, visa,

vaccination certificate, etc.) which have expired or have an insufficient period of validity or do not

conform to the indications on the back. In case of a failed check-in, there will be no refund of the

package fare.

Unexpected incidents due to a third party: wars, political upheavals, strikes external to Into The

Vineyard, technical hitches external to Into The Vineyard, congestions on the roads or in the air

space, hijacking, bankrupt of a service provider, bad weather, delays, engine failures, thefts of

luggage or other goods. No refund of any kind will be made because of delays and itinerary

changes due to the incidents mentioned above – e.g. change in the length of the tour initially

planned or of a connection. Possible additional expenses (taxes, hotel, parking) will be payable by

the customer.

Cancellations imposed by circumstances of the greatest importance and/or linked to the customer’s

safety, and/or on the command of an enforcing authority. Into The Vineyard reserves the right to

modify planned dates/times/itineraries if the customer’s safety cannot be ensured. The customer

cannot claim any refund.

Services that will not be used (transfers and excursions) will not be refunded. Services that are

voluntarily modified on the spot are subject to our service providers’ conditions: additional services

that entail an extra cost will have to be paid directly by the customer and will not entail Into the

Vineyard liability.





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UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES

Trip costs do not include items not specified in the itinerary. Although Into the Vineyard will make

every effort to adhere to this itinerary, on rare occasions it may be necessary to make an adjustment

to these arrangements. Should such adjustment be necessary, a substitute will be offered when and

where possible. If war or terrorist activities threatened or actual, civil unrest, closures of airports or

seaports, industrial action threatened or any other event outside the control of Into the Vineyard

which causes either delays or extends the holiday or compels a change in the holiday arrangements.

Into the Vineyard reserves the right to substitute hotels or services of equal or greater quality

Into the Vineyard cannot accept liability for any resulting loss, damage or expense and any refund

will be subject to deduction of reasonable expenses.

ENTRY DOCUMENTS

A valid Passport is required for your trip. A Visa may be required for your trip we recommend

checking with the Consul General of the Country you intend to visit. Into the Vineyard is not

responsible for assuring that people travelling on Into the Vineyard trips have the necessary entry

documents.



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