DAY 4: Oct. 18, 2018

Lyon: (156 km / 1 hour 40 minutes) Beaune: tasting wine at winery

View of Lyons, from the top of the Fourviere.

In the morning we visit the town of Beaune in eastern France. Beaune, once influential in the history of France, has become a popular peaceful tourist destination, and is the wine capital of the Burgundy region. In Beaune, the daily life is always enriched by wine, along with antique fortresses, medieval buildings, cobblestone streets and historical monuments. We explore the culture of Beaune, visit Hospices de Beaune, an example of Gothic architecture built in 1443, and admire its famous collection, “The Last Trial.” Then, we visit a winery for wine tasting, led by the professional sommelier, we’ll get to know the history of the fermenting process of wine produced in eastern France and experience the mysterious charm of red wine.

STAY: MERCURE BEAUNE CENTRE HOTEL