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Highlights
Bike through the stunning Chablis region in France
Cycle the Chablis wine region, surrounded by beautiful architecture and vineyards
Taste the local cuisine and wines as you bike from town to town
Visit numerous fascinating cultural sites along your biking route
Have all the logistics being taken care for you, as you cycle from village to village with your group only
This short escapade will make you discover the vineyards of Chablis, great abbeys, elegant châteaux, medieval villages and fortified towns. The wines of Chablis and the Auxerrois will have no secrets for you.
From Auxerre, the city of art and history you can discover this beautiful city rich in history, with its clock tower, the marine districts and their wooden houses and the cathedral. The charming village of Chablis is surrounded by 19 wine villages producing quality wine, all under the Chablis appellation.
This short escapade will make you discover the vineyards of Chablis, great abbeys, elegant châteaux, medieval villages and fortified towns. The wines of Chablis and the Auxerrois will have no secrets for you.
From Auxerre, the city of art and history you can discover this beautiful city rich in history, with its clock tower, the marine districts and their wooden houses and the cathedral. The charming village of Chablis is surrounded by 19 wine villages producing quality wine, all under the Chablis appellation.
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Chablis Short Break Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Auxerre
The day will start with welcome meeting and bike adjustments in Auxerre. If you arrive earlier, we recommend a walk through the old town, city of Art and History that has conserved an exceptional architectural heritage. Its cathedral, a model of gothic elegance, the St Germain Abbey, a nearly intact monastic complex with crypts dating back to the 9th Century containing one of the oldest mural paintings discovered in France, not to mention a charming city centre with great boutiques.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Auxerre
Distance: None
Meals: None
Day 2 Cycle to Chablis
You begin your ride through the fields, and you will stop in Pontigny where you discover the Cistercian Abbey, the largest and one of the most beautiful Cistercian churches remaining in France. Then you continue to the Chablis vineyards, through the peaceful ride in the countryside. Reaching Chablis – Burgundy’s largest white wine vineyard is your program today. Arriving at the charming hotel in the center of Chablis. A wine tasting of Chablis will be organized for you at the end of the day.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Chablis
Distance: 37km, 276m of ascent, 257m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3 Cycle to Auxerre via Irancy
This day ride will take place in the vineyards of Chablis and Irancy towards Saint Bris les Vineux, a well-known wine growing village. You will cycle through picturesque villages and small countryside roads with beautiful views and rolling countryside. Possibility of the visit of Caves de Bailly, important producer of crémant, with impressive cellars installed in old quarries. The rest of the ride is easy as it runs along the Yonne valley and the Nivernais canal to Auxerre.
Overnight Location: Hotel in Auxerre
Distance: 37km, 469m of ascent, 487m of descent
Meals: Breakfast
Day 4 Departure
Departure your hotel after breakfast.
Overnight Location: None
Distance: None
Meals: Breakfast
2024 Departures The departures are available every day, from March to October.
- Single room: from EUR713*
- Sharing a double room: from EUR495*
Accommodation on Chablis Short Break Tour
This tour is based in hotels. Hotels on this trip are 2 and 3-star and offer modern conveniences that can make this trip more pleasant. Rooms may have fireplaces or access to amenities such as hot tubs, steam rooms, or private decks to lounge on.
In some cases, the accommodation listed below may need to be substituted for other comparable accommodations.
Single Rooms and Solo Travellers
Rooms are double occupancy. You can pay a supplement to have a private room in a hotel where possible. Solo travellers may be required to pay a supplement.
What’s Included in the Chablis Short Break Tour?
Meals
3 breakfasts are included. Half board upgrades are available for a supplement.
Accommodations
Accommodations for 3 nights are included. Accommodations before and after the tour are not included.
Transportation during the Tour
Daily luggage transfers are included, however, you are responsible for any other transportation you may require.
Also Included
- Description of the tour
- Roadbook (maps and itinerary details)
- GPS tracks to follow on a mobile App
- Tourist information
- Welcome briefing
- 7/7 assistance
- Tourist taxes
Not included
- Lunches, dinners and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Visits or activities suggested on the tour
- Insurance
- Train tickets
- Bike rental
Optional Extras
- Additional nights before or after the tour
- Bike rental (e-bikes available)
- Optional activities or excursions
- Half board supplement
- How hard is the Chablis Short Break Tour?
- Do I need a visa to travel to France
- I’ve never been on a self-guided trip! How does it work?
- Are meals included on the Chablis Short Break Tour?
- Do I need insurance?
- How do I get to Auxerre to start this tour?
- Where does the Chablis Short Break Tour end?
- Can I rent a bike?
- Can I bring my own bike?
- Do I need special vaccines to travel to France?
- Are there any travel restrictions for France?
We rate this tour as a 2 / 5. You will be biking in flat to hilly areas, up to 40km daily. You may encounter some climbs from time to time, sometimes short but steep.
Check with your local country about visa requirements. You could also try this website, though you should verify with your government.
Self-guided travelling is not difficult! For many, it is a preferred type of travel, since you are in charge of your own time and pace. You are provided with all the information you’ll need to follow the route each day and often have access to phone support or other kinds of assistance. However, self-guided travelling requires good navigation skills and those who don’t feel confident in unknown places should consider booking guided tours.
3 breakfasts are included. Half board upgrades are available for a supplement.
Yes, it is mandatory to have health and medical insurance to join this trip, and your insurance should cover biking. Get your travel insurance.
You can get to Auxerre via train. Auxerre has good train connections with Paris and some other major cities in France.
The tour ends where it starts, in Auxerre.
Yes, you can rent a bike during the booking process. Rental bikes are Vélos 89. You can also rent an e-bike (Moustache xroad 2).
Yes. If you bring your own bike, it should be a bike suitable for the demands of the tour.
Check with your family doctor.
Please check with your local government about travel restrictions before you book your tour. This map from the US Department of State provides an overview of the current status in countries around the globe. The UK‘s Foreign Office and Government of Canada also provide advice on foreign travel. Note that the travel advice may change depending on your nationality.
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