Itinerary
- Day 1
Chalon-sur-Saône
You'll arrive in Chalon-sur-Saône by train from Paris, coming through Dijon. Once you're settled, take a walk through the old town and check out the Nicéphore Niépce Museum if you're interested in photography history. Alternatively, grab a coffee or lunch at one of the riverside cafés and just soak in the atmosphere. If you're arriving on a Sunday, the region's largest market will be happening with fresh produce, local cheeses, wines and handmade goods on display.
Optional Activities
- Visit Nicéphore Niépce Museum
- Relax in a riverside café
- Explore Sunday market (fresh produce, local cheeses, wines, handicrafts)
Landmarks Nicéphore Niépce Museum - Day 2
Chalon-sur-Saône to Tournus
Today you'll cycle along the Saône on a flat, easy route heading toward Tournus. The terrain is gentle, so there's plenty of opportunity to stop whenever you want and take in the surroundings. When you arrive in Tournus, wander through the quiet streets or visit Saint-Philibert Abbey, which shows off some really impressive medieval architecture from centuries past.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle along the Saône to Tournus
Optional Activities
- Visit Saint-Philibert Abbey
- Stroll through the streets of Tournus
Landmarks Saint-Philibert Abbey - Day 3
Tournus to Mâcon
You'll follow the Voie Bleue cycle path for a calm, flat ride from Tournus to Mâcon, sitting right along the Saône. Mâcon has a lively market scene, nice views of the river and plenty of history to explore. Check out Saint-Vincent cathedral or spend the afternoon in a café trying local food and wine from the area.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle along the Voie Bleue cycle path to Mâcon
Optional Activities
- Visit Saint-Vincent cathedral
- Explore the lively market
- Relax in a café and enjoy local food and wine
Landmarks Saint-Vincent Cathedral - Day 4
Mâcon to Cluny
Start your morning at Mâcon's Friday market where you'll find regional cheeses, wines and handmade items. After browsing, you'll cycle on a steeper route up to Solutré Rock, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with wide views across the vineyards below. On the way there and after, you'll pass through Berzé-le-Châtel, a small village with a strong medieval fortress, then continue on to Cluny and its significant Benedictine abbey that once held major influence across medieval Europe.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle to Soluté Rock
- Cycle past Berzé-le-Châtel
- Cycle to Cluny
Optional Activities
- Explore Mâcon's Friday market
- Visit Soluté Rock UNESCO World Heritage Site
- Visit Château de Berzé-le-Châtel
- Visit Cluny Abbey
Landmarks Soluté Rock Château de Berzé-le-Châtel Cluny Abbey - Day 5
Cluny to Chalon-sur-Saône
You'll spend your morning at Cluny's Sunday market picking up local cheeses, cured meats and Burgundian specialties, then soak in the busy market energy. After that, you'll cycle back toward Chalon-sur-Saône through quiet countryside and small villages. Along the route, stop to see the Château de Cormatin, a well-kept Renaissance building with nice formal gardens surrounding it.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycle from Cluny back to Chalon-sur-Saône
Optional Activities
- Explore Cluny's Sunday market
- Visit Château de Cormatin
- Visit a winery in Chalon-sur-Saône
- Stroll through historic sites in Chalon-sur-Saône
- Relax in a café in Chalon-sur-Saône
Landmarks Château de Cormatin - Day 6
Chalon-sur-Saône
After taking your time with breakfast, your trip through southern Burgundy ends here. You can choose to stay longer and explore vineyards near Beaune or along the Burgundy Canal if you're interested, or head home by train or plane with memories of the cycling and scenery you've seen.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Optional Activities
- Explore nearby vineyards of the Golden Coast near Beaune
- Explore vineyards along the Burgundy Canal
- Return home by train
- Return home by plane
