BOURGOGNE FRANCHE-COMTÉ: A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND MOUTH CELEBRATING THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GRAND CRUS WINE ROUTE!

BOURGOGNE FRANCHE-COMTÉ: A FEAST FOR THE EYES AND MOUTH CELEBRATING THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GRAND CRUS WINE ROUTE!

WEDNESDAY 22 MARCH 2017: ARRIVAL IN THE REGION Arrival in Dole. Transfer to the Le Moulin des Ecorces 3* hotel and check-in. 16h00 : For participants arriving early, possibility to visit Dole and Pasteur s Birthplace museum. Afterwards, wine & chocolate tasting at Chocolatier Benetot s Atelier. Dole is situated halfway between Dijon and Besançon. Town of Art and History, Dole has one of the biggest preserved areas of France, with its Renaissance and Classicism heritage. It is also the home town of the famous scientist Louis Pasteur, whose birthplace is today an enriching museum. Beyond the patrimonial aspect, Dole is a river port appreciated by tourists who can stop and discover the heritage of the city. Pasteur's house of birth Gourmet dinner and overnight in Moulin des Ecorces hotel in Dole. In Dole, alongside the canal of the Tanners, you will find Pasteur s House of birth, with its intact tannery in the basement. The Pasteur museum shows you the furniture, the familiar objects, the works of art and science relating to Pasteur. You will discover his drawings and pastels, the subjects and the tools of his work: the fermentation processes, the silkworm s diseases, the vaccines against anthrax and rabies.

THURSDAY 23 MARCH 2017: DISCOVERY OF JURA WINES 10:00 - Château Chalon : visit and Jura wine tasting with Fanny, a wine tour guide. A certified traditional Comtoise settlement and one of the most beautiful villages in France, it has been occupied by humans since the 5th and 4th century BC. Château-Chalon, perched on the edge of a cliff, has watched over the entrance of the nearby retreats for centuries. This "belvedere village" reveals a panorama at the height of the wonders of his country. A landmark of the vineyards of the Jura, it has given its name to one of the best wines in the world, divine nectar with an amber color... 12:30 - Arbois, walking tour and lunch Arbois is the wine capital of Jura, and a small lively town where Pasteur used to spend holidays: the yellow-ochre stonework of the old village is the perfect setting for just relaxing on one of the terraces of one of its gastronomic restaurants. 15:30 - Visit of the Royal Saltworks of Arc et Senans The Royal Saltworks of Arc-et-Senans, an 18th century factory created to produce salt, which was, at the time, of fundamental economic importance, has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage site. With its unusual operation methods and exceptional architecture, the Salt works are also the result of the architect's philosophical reflection as he attempted to design the ideal workers' city. 18:00 - Arrival at your hotel in Beaune : hotel le Cep and hotel de la Poste. 19:00 Aperitif at Le Cep Hotel 4* in the company of the owner.

20:15 Gourmet dinner at the gastronomic wine-bar La Maison du Colombier and overnight in Beaune. FRIDAY 24 MARCH 2017: BEAUNE AND THE FAMOUS GRANDS CRUS WINE ROUTE 9:00 Departure from Beaune in classic cars with chauffeur to discover the Grand Crus Route, which celebrates its 80 th anniversary. The Côte de Beaune follows on from the Côte de Nuits towards the south, from Ladoix-Serrigny to the hillside of the Maranges. This soil blessed with the Chardonnay grape, is where the greatest dry white wines in the world are produced (Corton-Charlemagne, Montrachet, etc.). After you have left Beaune, the capital of the wines of Burgundy, the countryside becomes gentler as you approach Santenay and the département of Saône-et-Loire. Visit and lunch mâchon at the Château de la Crée. 15:00 - Visit of Beaune Welcome to Beaune, the Wine Capital of Burgundy! Discover the city, UNESCO World Heritage site since 2015, by strolling through its timeless lanes and visit its monuments: Notre-Dame Basilica, the Museum of Fine Arts, the famous Hotel-Dieu. Also learn about this famous nectar through wine courses and tours of wineries and estates. Finally, savour its gourmet treasures, such as mustard or gingerbread. An emblematic example of 15th century Flamboyant Gothic architecture, the Hospices - or Hôtel-Dieu bring together all the spiritual, artistic and wine-making traditions of Burgundy. This legendary place, at the heart of the Côtes de Beaune, is full of promise.

17:00 Leaving Beaune in the direction of Dijon, passing though the Côte de Nuits Along a narrow strip of land, from the exit of Dijon to the Maranges, the hillsides are covered in vineyards. A road, the famous Route des Grands Crus, a true tourist path to follow, crosses the Côtes de Nuits and Beaune and their Hautes-Côtes. It is marked by 33 villages and small towns, combining welcoming cellars and art and history treasures, from which the famous Clos de Vougeot stands out. Check-in in 5* Grand Hotel La Cloche. Gourmet dinner in Loiseau des Ducs, a Michelin starred restaurant. SATURDAY 25 MARCH 2017: DIJON AND VÉZELAY 9:00 - Visit of Dijon and its local market Discover Dijon and its exceptionally heritage: the many monuments of the historic center remind us that it was, during the reign of the Dukes of Burgundy, the capital of a state bringing together Flanders and Burgundy. Upon your arrival, admire its bell towers with colorful tiles. Stroll through the historic center following the famous owl trail to discover Dijon s narrow streets, its historical monuments, private mansions, churches...

11:00 Departure for Vézelay. 12:30 Wine tasting and Burgundian lunch at the Domain de la Croix Montjoie. 15:00 Visit of Vézelay Important Christianity heritage site, Vézelay is also a charming hilltop village. Climbing up to the basilica is an unforgettable experience: hung on the sides of the hill, the beautiful medieval houses follow one another along the main street. At the summit of the "eternal hill", the Basilica of Saint Mary Magdalene is a masterpiece of Romanesque art classified as a World Heritage Site by Unesco. 17:15 Leaving for Auxerre. Gourmet dinner and overnight at Le Maxime 3* hotel in Auxerre. SUNDAY 26 MARCH 2017: BURGUNDY WATERWAYS Wine tasting and lunch in a wine cellar in Auxerre. 15:30 - Visit of Joigny Joigny, a village between the forest, river and vineyards will charm you with its architecture. Stroll through the picturesque streets, punctuated by timber-framed and red brick houses, in the shadow of three beautiful churches. Immerse yourself in its history through the Maison du Bailli or Gondi castle. 10:00 - Visit of Auxerre In Auxerre, immerse yourself in centuries of history. Discover the impressive Clock Tower and its pedestrian shopping area. Let yourself be charmed by the beautiful timber-framed houses, mansions, etc. Also visit Saint-Etienne Cathedral and the Abbey of Saint-Germain with its Carolingian crypts. Majestic, it overlooks the Yonne and its docks.

Apéritif at La Côte St Jacques, Jean-Michel Lorain Restaurant, 2* in the 2017 Michelin Guide. Discovery of Locaboat river boats Strange as it may seem, water is one of the star attractions in the land of wine. Burgundy has the most extensive network of rivers and canals in France: the towpaths are the departure points for excursions that explore the surrounding areas. You will pass through natural habitats and will stop at lockkeeper s houses, or at river ports and other waterside stopping points where you can find refreshment. Gourmet dinner and overnight at La Côte St Jacques in Joigny. MONDAY 27 MARCH 2017 10:00 - Visit of Guédelon medieval construction site celebrating its 20 th anniversary In the heart of Puisaye, fifty workers are involved in an extraordinary challenge: to build a fortress today using 13th century construction techniques. The site, which celebrates its 20 th anniversary, evolves from one year to another each visit is an opportunity to make new discoveries! 12:15 - Departure for Rouen by bus. The famtrip program has been prepared with the financial help of our Region and with the financial participation of : offices de tourisme du Pays de Dole, de Beaune et Pays Beaunois, de Dijon, de l Auxerrois et de Joigny.