Luxury Private Côte de Nuits Burgundy Wine Tour
Description Summary
Highlights
- ✓Expert local guide for immersive experience
- ✓Exclusive visit to Château du Clos de Vougeot
- ✓Guided tastings of Grands Crus Pinot Noir
- ✓Photo stop at Romanée-Conti vineyard
- ✓Scenic drive along Route des Grands Crus
Description
Indulge in a truly luxurious Burgundy wine tour. Set off from Beaune with a private expert guide, cruising through world-famous vineyards along the picturesque Route des Grands Crus. Enjoy exclusive wine tastings in prestigious cellars, savoring Grands Crus Pinot Noir paired with regional cheeses and chocolates.
Discover charming villages like Gevrey Chambertin, capture iconic photos at Romanée-Conti, and step inside the historic Château du Clos de Vougeot. Opt for a delicious lunch at a vineyard restaurant to savor local flavors. This full-day tour delivers an unforgettable blend of history, breathtaking scenery, and the exceptional tastes of Burgundy—all with comfort and personalized touches.
Beaune Pickup and Côte de Nuits Departure
Your full-day private Côte de Nuits wine tour from Beaune begins with pickup from your hotel or accommodation in Beaune. Travel in a premium air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking wine guide, whose commentary introduces Burgundy’s vineyard landscapes, wine traditions, and the day’s route.
Route des Grands Crus and Romanée-Conti
Follow the Route des Grands Crus through the celebrated vineyards of the Côte de Nuits. Pass through Fixin, Gevrey-Chambertin, and Chambolle-Musigny, where vine-covered slopes and historic wine villages define Burgundy’s landscape. A photo stop at the legendary Romanée-Conti vineyard offers a close view of one of the region’s most recognized wine sites.
Private Cellar Tasting and Burgundy Pairings
Enjoy a guided tasting in a private cellar, sampling a selection of Burgundy wines paired with regional cheeses or fine chocolates. Learn about Pinot Noir, Burgundy’s signature red grape, and discover traditional French approaches to matching wine with food.
Château du Clos de Vougeot and Estate Tasting
Continue through a countryside shaped by vineyards, castles, and Romanesque churches to the historic Château du Clos de Vougeot. Explore the former winemaking facilities and monks’ cellars built between the 12th and 16th centuries, then visit a selected estate for a final tasting of vintages, primarily red wines, and insight into Burgundy wine classifications.
Return to Beaune
After exploring the wines, landscapes, and heritage of the Côte de Nuits, relax on your return journey to Beaune.
Included / Excluded
- ✓Expert Burgundy wine guide
- ✓Private transportation from Beaune
- ✓Guided wine tastings at top estates
- ✓Tasting fees included
- ✗Lunch at local restaurant (can be pre-booked)
- ✗Personal travel insurance, expenses
- ✗Gratuities for the driver/guide
Itinerary
From Beaune Private Côte de Nuits wine tour
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Beaune – Private Pickup and Departure
Begin with pickup from your Beaune hotel or accommodation. Meet your English-speaking Burgundy wine guide and travel in a premium air-conditioned vehicle toward the vineyard landscapes of the Côte de Nuits.
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Route des Grands Crus – Burgundy’s Vineyard Road
Follow the Route des Grands Crus through the Côte de Nuits, passing Fixin, Gevrey-Chambertin, and Chambolle-Musigny. Rolling hills and vine-covered slopes frame these historic wine villages, offering an introduction to Burgundy’s celebrated terroir.
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Romanée-Conti Vineyard – Legendary Côte de Nuits Site
Pause for a photo opportunity at the Romanée-Conti vineyard. This renowned site represents Burgundy’s exceptional winemaking heritage and offers a memorable view of the region’s tightly defined vineyard landscape.
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Private Cellar – Guided Burgundy Wine Tasting
Enjoy a guided and commented tasting in a prestigious private cellar. Sample a selection of Burgundy wines while learning about Pinot Noir and traditional French wine-and-food pairings.
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Côte de Nuits – Vineyard Lunch Option
A lunch option can be pre-booked at a selected local restaurant in the heart of the vineyards. The meal features regional dishes paired with Burgundy wines.
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Château du Clos de Vougeot – Cistercian Wine Heritage
Visit a selected estate for a final tasting session, featuring a range of vintages, primarily red wines. Learn more about Burgundy’s winemaking process and its wine classifications with your guide.
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Beaune – Return Journey
Relax in your air-conditioned vehicle as you return to Beaune after a day among the vineyards, historic villages, wines, and heritage of the Côte de Nuits.
Start / End Locations
Commentary
Audio • Language: en
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- This is a full-day private wine tour from Beaune.
- Pickup is provided from your Beaune hotel or accommodation.
- An English-speaking Burgundy wine guide leads the tour.
- The route explores the Côte de Nuits and Route des Grands Crus.
- Visit Château du Clos de Vougeot and a selected wine estate.
Know Before You Go
- The route passes Fixin, Gevrey-Chambertin, and Chambolle-Musigny.
- A photo stop is included at the Romanée-Conti vineyard.
- Cellar tastings include a selection of Burgundy wines.
- Learn about Pinot Noir and Burgundy wine classifications.
- Explore historic winemaking facilities and monks’ cellars.
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours
Cancellation Notes: Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Options and Pricing
| 2 participants minimum - Total price | RETAIL PRICE |
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| Adult | €990.00 |
| 3 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE |
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| Adult | €370.00 |
| 4 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE |
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| Adult | €305.00 |
| 5 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE |
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| Adult | €265.00 |
| 6 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE |
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| Adult | €240.00 |
| 7 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE |
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| Adult | €220.00 |
| 8 participants - Price per person | RETAIL PRICE |
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| Adult | €205.00 |
Points of Interest
Terms and Conditions
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Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Additional Information
This full-day experience is designed for food and wine enthusiasts and private groups who want to explore the Côte de Nuits with an English-speaking Burgundy wine guide. It is especially well suited to travelers interested in Pinot Noir, guided cellar tastings, regional cheese or chocolate pairings, and the vineyard villages of the Route des Grands Crus.
History lovers will appreciate the Château du Clos de Vougeot, its former winemaking facilities, and monks’ cellars dating from the 12th to 16th centuries, while photography lovers can enjoy the Romanée-Conti vineyard and Burgundy’s rolling vine-covered landscapes.
Voucher Information
If any hotel or predetermined meeting place changes, notify Ophorus immediately. Otherwise be at location 10 minutes prior to pick up time.
Group Information
We can handle any group size (from 8 people) ranging from small groups to larger groups. Transportation options include private vehicles, mini-vans, mini-buses and large buses.
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: https://ophorus.com/contact-us