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The Romantic Wine and Castle Route

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Let yourself be guided from Burgundy to Bordeaux via the majestic Loire Valley. This itinerary offers a perfect balance between intimate moments, refined tastings, and the discovery of legendary châteaux.

Discover the most beautiful vineyards and French historical heritage on an exceptional journey designed for lovers.

This grand 15-day tour is designed as a self-guided road trip. To fully enjoy it, a personal or rental vehicle is essential, allowing you to travel freely and flexibly between major cities, castles, and secluded vineyards.

Day 1

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No activities for now… a day to wander.

Day 2

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Immersion in the Mâconnais region

  • Morning: Lunch at your leisure after arrival in Mâcon, then check-in at your hotel.
  • Afternoon: First exploration of the Mâconnais vineyards.
  • Late afternoon: Tasting of Pouilly-Fuissé at the Cave de Lugny (or an equivalent renowned estate).
  • Restaurant: L'Autre Rive, chic setting and panoramic view.

ACCOMMODATION

Logis Hôtel de Bourgogne

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Located in Mâcon, at the gateway to the Mâconnais vineyards, the Logis Hôtel de Bourgogne offers an ideal stopover for discovering southern Burgundy.

Located near the city centre and the banks of the Saône, it allows you to enjoy the warm atmosphere of the city before setting off to explore the surrounding wine routes, between typical villages and renowned estates of the Mâconnais and the neighboring Beaujolais.
pin_drop6 Rue Victor Hugo, 71000 Mâcon, France
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ACTIVITIES

Vignoble du Mâconnais

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This vineyard, the birthplace of the great white wines of Southern Burgundy (Pouilly-Fuissé, Saint-Véran), is distinguished by its rolling landscapes. Ideal for tasting lively, mineral wines and discovering typical wine-growing hamlets.
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Day 3

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Beaujolais Panoramic View and History

  • Morning: Short hike to the Roche de Solutré (exceptional panorama).
  • Afternoon: Beaujolais wine route. Visit to Château de la Chaize (Brouilly) with Gamay wine discovery and tasting in a historic cellar.
  • Restaurant: Auberge du Paradis, local Beaujolais cuisine in a rural setting.

hotel Logis Hôtel de Bourgogne

ACTIVITIES

At a glance

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Château Angelus

Château Dauzac

Château du Clos de Vougeot

Château-Figeac

City of Climates and Wines of Burgundy

Monolithic church and bell tower of Saint-Émilion

Vouvray Cellar

Agassac Castle

Château Paloumey

Terroirs by Adeline

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All Suites Apart Hotel | Bordeaux City Centre Train Station

Manor Hotel

Hotel Restaurant LE BON DUC

The Jacquemart

Logis Hôtel de Bourgogne

Logis Hôtel Parc Adelie

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Chenonceau Castle

Azay-le-Rideau Castle

Château de La Chaize

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Auberge du Paradis - Hotel Restaurant

The Red Terrace

Le Prince Noir Restaurant by Vivien Durand

Oyster Bar

Waterside Bistro

At Hortense's

DZ'envies

The lull

The Other Shore

The Fourth Wall

The Nivernais Cork

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Mâconnais vineyards

Roche de Solutré

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Beaune Market Hall

Hôtel-Dieu - Hospices de Beaune

The Water Mirror

Place Plumereau

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City of Wine

Palace of the Dukes and Estates of Burgundy

The Oyster House

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Wine Market

Cave de Lugny

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Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station

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Catherine de Medici's Garden

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Dune of Pilat