• Vintage Beaujolais

• Classic ridges and wines

• Starts everyday from the begining of April to the end of October

• £540 p/p based on 2 sharing

• grade explained

• 8 days: 6 days independent walking tour moving between guest houses
• Discover more general information about our independent or self-guided walking holidays

• Varied walking through vines, pastures and forests
• Sweeping views across rolling countryside from picturesque ridges
• Staying in historic charming guest houses many of which are on vineyards where you'll be treated to wine tasting visits of their "Grand Crus"
• Region famous for its gastronomic delights
• Pretty villages and interesting historic sites on route including chateaux

• 7 nights accommodation in several 2 and 3 star equivalent guest houses, double or twin rooms with own bathrooms. Varied guest houses in historic properties, including vineyards, farms and historic cottages. All breakfasts included, all lunches with the exception of arrival and departure days and 6 evening meals

1. Airport and station transfers from Lyon.
2. 7 nights' accommodation.
3. Full Board. (with the exception of lunches on day of arrival and departure, plus one evening meal)
4. Full walking notes and maps
5. Transport of luggage between guest houses

1. Travel to Lyon, France
   
2. Lunches on the day of arrival and departure and one evening meal
   
3. Transfers, other than those from Lyon.
   
4. Any excursions or entrance fees
   
5. Travel insurance

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Walking profile

The walks on this self-guided circuit average 15 to 20 km and include some sizeable ascents and descents, although they are generally no more than 400m at a time. The paths are generally good, although they can be rough and stoney in places.

This is the more challenging of the two independent Beaujolais walks, however there are shorter options on several days to allow you to vary the difficulty

Day 1: Arrival

Welcome, drive to B&B in the heart of the high Beaujolais and settle in to your first guest house - a wonderful guest house with great food.

Day 2: Ouroux to Ardillats

A short first day's walking which climbs steadily through the pretty Carelle valley up onto the heights surrounding Mont St-Rigaud; the highest point in the Beaujolais. Relax by the pool in wonderfull surroundings. B&B

Day 3: Ardillats to Beaujeu

The day starts with a high level traverse taking in some great views across the upland Beaujolais and across to the Alps. From the summit at the Croix de Rochefort you literally look straight down upon Beaujeu (ancient capital of the Beaujolais). Your walk follows the flanks of this hill to give you a relatively gentle walk down to this interesting village. After a well-earned rest and drink in a local cafe, you'll be ready for the short climb to your next B&B.

Day 4: Beaujeu to Quincié

Another day's walking exploring the heights of the Beaujolais region, with the option of walking to the Summit of Mont Soubran. After taking in views of the intimate valleys to the east, where vines and forests meet, you will follow a picturesque ridge offering breath-taking views across the Beaujolais and beyond. On a clear day, the Mont Blanc stands out proud on the horizon. B&B

Day 5: Quincié to Chiroubles

Today's walk explores the vineyards that spread out in all directions across the lower slopes of the Beaujolias. On route you will have time to explore the village of Regnie-Durette, with its impressive two spired church and some traditional wine-growers houses. As you gradually rise so the views become more extensive, the most impressive reserved for the outdoor patio at your welcoming B&B.

Day 6: Chiroubles to Emeringes

Gentle walking along an impressive ridge provides 360 degree views over the sea of vines which spread as far as the Saone valley. Various points of interest punctuate the day's walking tour including the chance to visit the chapel overlooking the village of Fleurie.

Day 7: Emeringes to Ouroux

After passing by the imposing Chateau de la Roche and the quiant Chapelle de Vatre, your final days's walk climbs steadily away from the vines and onto the Beaujolais heights. Here, you will discover a completely different landscape of undulating grazed fields and forests. Return to your first B&B.

Day 8: Departure

Return to Lyon and transfer home

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