Hidden France and the 150th Anniversary of the Hospices de Beaune Wine Auction

November 17-22, 2010

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SAMPLE TRIPS

  • Burgundy one day discovery
  • Bordeaux two day discovery
  • Burgundy five day discovery

Highlights:

Visit historic Beaune - the wine capital of the Burgundy region.

Enjoy a guided visit of the Hospices de Beaune - the world's first charity hospital.

Dine at one of Beaune’s wonderful cafes.

Tour the Cote de Beaune Vineyards including: Pommard, Volnay, Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet and Chassagne-Montrachet.

Be Alex Gambal’s guest for a private tour and tasting at the renowned Maison Alex Gambal.




   
   




Highlights:

Discover the medieval town of St. Emilion and its spectacular underground monuments – a UNESCO World Heritage site

Dine at the famed two Michelin Star restaurant Hostellerie de Plaisance

Enjoy a private visit and wine tasting at a Grand Cru estate

Learn the intricacies of Bordeaux wines with a certified wine expert.

  Walk or cycle through the picturesque vineyards of the Medoc.

Indulge in spa treatments at the renowned Les Sources de Caudalie

Relax in luxury accommodations.


   
   





Highlights:

Stroll through the town of Chablis and visit its 13th century historic monuments and grand cru vines.

Savor a private tasting of the wines of Chablis – Burgundy’s northern-most region.

Spin through the famous wine villages of Vosne-Romanée, Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambolle-Musigny, Pommard, Volnay, Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet on two wheels.

Enjoy a private tour and tasting at the renowned Maison Alex Gambal in Beaune with Alex Gambal as your host.

Experience lunch at a local self-sustaining farm: Ferme/Auberge La Ruchotte with owner/chef Frederic Menager.

Indulge in Burgundy’s gastronomy at the 3*** Michelin restaurant Lameloise.

Step back in time with a guided tour of the Hospices de Beaune.

Learn the secrets of Burgundian cuisine during a cooking class with one of Burgundy’s great local chefs.

Spoil yourself in luxury accommodations.