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Walking in Chablis Vineyards

4 days

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$1,579

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Walking & Trekking

Activity level:

Leisurely

Trip code:

W03CB

Ways to Travel:

Self-Guided Holidays, Short Breaks

Activity:

Self-Guided Walking

Min group size:

Ages:

12+

As admired for its hilly landscapes as for its Burgundy wines, Chablis now has an international reputation for its excellent quality white wines: outstanding finesse, minerality and purity. The vineyards around Chablis, are delight for lovers of both culture and wine; they are home to some of France's finest appellations, and feature some of its most beautiful castles.

Surrounded by the famous vineyards that produce dry white wine, Chablis is a fine example of a medieval Burgundian village. Grown across a relatively small area of about 20 kilometers from north to south and around 15 from east to west, Chablis wines offer a wide range of expression through the Petit Chablis and Chablis appellations and the different Climats of the Chablis Premier Cru and Chablis Grand Cru AOCs.

You stay in a 3* boutique hotel, nestled in the heart of Chablis. In a region known for its epicurean finesse, you will enjoy fine dining. At the gastronomic restaurant and at the hotel's Bistrot, you will be able to taste Burgundy's excellent local dishes such as Oeufs en Meurette, Poulet de Bresse a la Creme, Perche aux Noix and of course exquisite cheeses like the pungent Epoisses de Bourgogne, to pair with the region's incredible Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines.

Highlights

Gentle, relaxed walking on unspoilt, quiet routes; very easy to get to from the UK
World-famous vineyards and local wines
Boutique hotel accommodation with spa in the heart of the vineyards.

Key information

3 nights accommodation in a 3 star hotel - single centre
All breakfasts and 1 evening meal
Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
Route directions and maps

Countries visited: France

What's included

3 nights hotel accommodation in a 3 star hotel
All breakfasts and 1 evening meal
Management by your local Headwater-appointed agent
Route directions and maps

What's not included

Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)
Visas & vaccinations

Call for general departures:

1300 131 564

Call for private group trips:

1300 131 564

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Trip Notes

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Days of Walking & Trekking

Day by day breakdown

Day 28.0km/5.0miles

Day 319.0km/11.0miles

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Itinerary

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Chablis

Day 1
Arrival in Chablis
Surrounded by the famous vineyards that produce dry white wine, Chablis is a fine example of a medieval Burgundian village. Visiting the Obediencerie, a former monastery built in the 9th century, will whet your appetite before sitting down at the hotel's restaurant to savour local gastronomy.
You stay at Hostellerie des Clos (Breakfast and evening at the hotel Bistrot restaurant meal included)
Meals included: Dinner
Day 2
At Chablis - The Grand Cru Trail
With nearly 100 appellations, Burgundy wine is distinguished by its great diversity (of both red and white) and 'climates,' shaped by soils and very specific geographical properties. The Grand Cru trail, is an easy walk that overlooks many of the Grand Crus plots, and gives a quick glimpse of the Chablis landscape with its vineyards and forest paths.
You stay at Hostellerie des Clos (Breakfast included)
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 3
Chablis Panoramas
Rising up to the highest parts of the Chablis winegrowing area, today’s trail offers you an extensive panorama over the vines, and goes through many old villages such as Courgis dated from Roman times.
You stay at Hostellerie des Clos (Breakfast included)
Meals included: Breakfast
Day 4
Leave Chablis
Depart Chablis after breakfast.
Meals included: Breakfast

Trip Notes

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Essential Info

Visas

France

No visa required for British passport holders.

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Vaccinations

France

There are no specific health risks.

Eating and Drinking

All breakfasts and 1 evening meal is included.

Burgundy is in short a gold mine for those who have a passion for both fine food and fine wine.

Burgundy is first and foremost a land of excellent wines and so naturally they are omnipresent in the local cuisine. From the traditional beef bourguignon, a wine-based dish bien sûr, to dishes that are "en meurette," meaning cooked with lardons and red wine. Such dishes include œufs au vin (eggs), coq au vin, as well as charcuterie and jambon persillé (parsleyed ham). All regional dishes are either prepared and/or enjoyed with wine made by one of the marvelous winemakers of Burgundy.

Weather

In Burgundy, the summers are comfortable and partly cloudy which makes it ideal for cycling. The winters are very cold, windy, and mostly cloudy. Over the course of the year, the temperature typically varies from -0°C to 25°C and is rarely below -7°C or above 31°C.

The hottest month is July with daily average temperatures being around 24°C

Is this trip for you?

Activity Level: 1 (Leisurely)
Average daily distance: 13.5km (8 miles)
No. of days walking: 2
Terrain and route: Gentle walking along quiet paths through charming villages.

This is a self-guided trip for those who prefer to walk independently, but with our assistance to take out the stress of the logistics and planning. We arrange your accommodations, provide you with a map and route notes so that you can walk at your own pace, while your bags are transported from one hotel to the next. A local agent will be on call throughout the trip should you need.

It is important that you are happy reading maps and following route directions, we make these as accurate as possible and they are regularly checked. Where possible we stick to paths and quiet tracks to make the journey as pleasant as possible, however, on occasion we have to use busier routes.

As this is a self-guided holiday there is no group and no leader. There may be others on the same departure date as you, but you will not be organised together. The routes directions contain an emergency assistance telephone number should you need it and in emergencies, the local agent is normally able to dispatch a taxi. They may wish to charge for this service.

Families
Self-guided walking holidays are a perfect option for families as they offer the freedom for you to take your holiday at your own pace. You can stop as and when you want and need, at the cafes and restaurants that suit your family and the sites that interest you. We have suggested the minimum age for this trip is 8yrs as we feel they will be able to walk and complete the route. This is a guide only and as it is self-guided and you will be leading your own family we will ultimately leave this decision up to you. The daily distances are all published in the trip notes along with a description of each day's walking so you have a good idea of what to expect. However, if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact one of our experts. The principle idea is that these holidays can be as flexible as you like, with logistical support but no group or leader to dictate the daily activities. Please bear in mind the weather when choosing to book, temperatures can be very high in the middle of summer . We therefore recommend going either earlier or later on in the season if you have young children.

Call for general departures:

1300 131 564

Call for private group trips:

1300 131 564

Enquire Today

Live Chat

Request a Brochure

Trip Notes

Click on the button below for detailed Trip Notes containing all the particulars about this trip, including kit lists and practical information.

Note: these can vary by departure; you can check out the specific Trip Notes for your chosen adventure on the dates & prices page.

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Accommodation

Hotel

HOSTELLERIE DES CLOS, CHABLIS
The Hostellerie des Clos is a family run hotel in the heart of Chablis. The hotel is set in beautiful gardens, with terrace for breakfast or pre-dinner drinks. There is a cosy lounge and all the rooms are individually decorated across two buildings.

Room upgrades: Grand Confort Room, Superior Room or Duplex Room.
Grand Confort rooms offer the same facilities as the standard Confort rooms but are approximately 5m2 larger (24m2). Superior rooms offer the same facilities as the standard Confort rooms but are much larger (average size 53m2). Duplex rooms are over 2 floors with an approximate surface area of 90m2. They also have a separate lounge area and have direct access to the sauna.

If you'd like to extend your time, just let us know at the time of booking.