After an overnight flight from the United States, land in Lyon, France.

Day 1: Meet & Greet at Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport by our local Premier Tours & Travel representatives for a private group transfer* to the world capital of gastronomy, Lyon in the Rhône region, before checking in to enjoy your deluxe accommodations, Hotel Boscolo (or similar). Enjoy a Welcome Reception with the group before embarking on a brief, guided tour of the nearby Grand Hotel-Dieu. The Grand Hotel-Dieu was a hospital of historical significance situated on the west bank of the Rhone River and was named to the UNESCO World Heritage list. After a brief tour, your evening will be at leisure to enjoy one of the many restaurants, bouchons, or brasseries in or near the Grand Hotel-Dieu.

Day 2: Wake up your palette with a guided tour of the famous Les Halles de Lyon—Paul Bocuse for a guided food tour, including tastings, wine, and time for shopping. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Old Lyon, which is an historic UNESCO World Heritage site. Meander through Presqu’ile and Terreaux learning about the rich history of this beautiful city. Explore the traboules (unique passageways) while learning about the history of silk merchants in Lyon with time to visit a nearby silk shop. You will have the afternoon at leisure to explore Lyon. Reconnect with the group this evening for dinner.

Highlights of Your Stay in Burgundy (6 Nights)

After your gastronomy and sightseeing adventures in Lyon are complete, private transfers will transport you from Hotel Boscolo to your villa accommodations near Beaune. You also will enjoy cooking opportunities and Chef’s dinners with Chef Bob and a locally acclaimed culinary artisan for your Welcome Dinner on property.

A carefully balanced itinerary of sightseeing, wine tasting, and culinary experiences off property have been curated for you.

Day 3: En route to the chateau, enjoy a stop to meander a picturesque village, soaking up the beauty and taking time for shopping and lunch at leisure. Upon arrival to your villa, settle in to your accommodations before experiencing a Welcome Dinner. 

Day 4: Visit Beaune today — the charming walled town distinguished by its unique array of pre-Roman, medieval, and Renaissance architecture — to roam at leisure through the Saturday market or alongside Chef Bob as he recounts his days in Beaune as Chef de Cuisine at the two-star Michelin Le Vieux Moulin, sharing stories of life in Burgundy. Lunch will be at leisure before you reconnect with the group to enjoy a guided tour of the Hotel-Dieu Museum/ Hospices de Beaune — a flamboyant example of Gothic architecture and one of France’s most prestigious historic monuments. Return to the villa for a Chef’s Dinner with Chef Bob Waggoner.   

Day 5: Discover Château de Commarin, in the commune of Commarin in the Côte-d'Or  Château de Commarin has passed through 26 generations in the same family — never having been sold nor looted during the French Revolution. Classified as a Historic Monument in 1949, the Château de Commarin is a member of the Route Historique des Ducs de Bourgogne and the Association des Châteaux de Bourgogne Franche Comté, as well as the Association des Parcs et Jardins de Bourgogne. Transfer to Châteauneuf-en-Auxois, a very pleasant village, listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France." Enjoy time at leisure to admire the beautiful ancient houses as well as the superb medieval fortress, which is an excellent example of Burgundian military architecture from the 14^th century. Lunch will be at leisure* before returning to the villa. Chef’s dinner.

Day 6: Enjoy a a guided visit to Nuits-Saint-Georges — a likeable and lively town with a centuries-old history of winemaking. It gives its name to the Côte de Nuits, and its patron saint, Saint Georges, gives his name to their most famous wine. Surrounded by a sea of vineyards, Nuits-Saints Georges is one of the most important stops on the Route des Grand Crus — an UNESCO world heritage wine route that snakes its way through the Burgundy countryside. Following, our friends at the Boisset Collection have invited us for an exclusive, private tour of their winery, Les Ursulines, in Nuits-Saint-Georges. Experience a guided, bespoke experience learning about the Boisset family and its history at Les Ursulines, followed by a lunch and tasting. Work with Chef Bob in preparation for the evening’s Chef’s dinner.

Day 7: Head to Dijon for a guided exploration of the capital city of the historical Burgundy region. Enjoy a guided walking tour of Dijon city center, an UNESCO World Heritage site for its late medieval and Renaissance architecture. At the heart of the old city, the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy, most of it dating from the 18th century, is the most impressive of the old buildings in Dijon. Enjoy Dijon’s market day — one of the largest market days in Burgundy — with the group, as well as a visit to renown Mulot & PetitJean for a tasting of Pain d’Epices (a local Burgundian treasure). Enjoy time at leisure to visit Cité Internationale De La Gastronomie Et Du Vin for lunch and shopping. Return to the villa for dinner.

Day 8:  Visit the renown Chateau du Clos de Vougeot — a symbol of nearly 1,000 years of Burgundy history — for a guided tour this morning. Originally a wine farm, built in the 12th century by monks from the nearby Abbey of Cîteaux with its medieval vat-house and presses, Cistercian cellar, and original kitchens, it forms a unique architectural whole, attracting history lovers, architecture lovers or wine lovers. The Château du Clos de Vougeot is the headquarters of the Climats de Bourgogne and the Seat of the Order of the Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin. Enjoy a selection of tastevin Burgundy wines before visiting a nearby village for lunch and time at leisure. Final dinner on property with Chef Bob.

Highlights of Your Stay in Lyon (1 Night)

Day 9: Say au revoir to the villa this morning and return to Lyon. Enjoy a photo stop at Fouvière Hill to experience the panoramic view of Lyon and the famous Basilica Notre Dame de Fouvière. Check into the Hotel Boscolo and enjoy the balance of the afternoon at leisure to experience any final sightseeing or last-minute shopping. This evening join Chef Bob for a Farewell dinner.

Day 10: A group transfer will be arranged to take you to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport. Au revoir, France! Bonjour, United States!

**IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Itinerary subject to change. Premier Tours & Travel reserves the right to modify programs and itineraries (including arranged sightseeing, accommodations, dining experiences, aircraft, trains, vessels, and so forth) at any time due to unforeseen circumstances or circumstances beyond Premier Tours & Travel’s control, including force majeures. In the instance our Expert host cancels due to unforeseen circumstances, Premier Tours & Travel has the right to substitute another Expert host, such as a chef, in such an emergency (timing allowed) and/or the tour will continue in its entirety. Every effort is made to operate our itineraries as planned but alterations may need to be made after the final itinerary has been issued. Airfare is not included. Deposits are utilized to secure services on your behalf and are nonrefundable. Deposits are transferrable to a future Expertly Done Culinary & Wine Travel tour. Two glasses of wine are included with the chef’s dinners. Wine is included as noted otherwise alcoholic beverages are the responsibility of each adult guest. Guests are limited to one carry on and one checked baggage and will be responsible for any additional fees charged for additional luggage. Please see Key Items to Know Before You Leave Home attached.