Women In Burgundy 2026 ….
An Adventure For Women, About Women!
Thursday, June 4 to Sunday, June 14 (10 nights)
Price Per Guest – $6,450 – Single Occupancy
With two (combinable) discounts available:
– Pay both your $1,200 deposit and balance via cash or check and receive a discount of $250.
– Share a room with a travel buddy during your two nights in Paris and receive a discount of $250.
Limited to six fun-loving, “Wander-ful Women”
Join us for our annual excursion, just for women – With Carolyn as your personal guide and cultural interpreter, our group of Wander-ful adventurers will be introduced to women who have played extraordinary roles over the course of Burgundy’s history, as well as to women who are carrying on that tradition today.
Are you interested, but hesitating because you don’t have a “buddy” who wants to sign on with you? Don’t worry! This excursion is ideal for solo travelers, as this experience is all about self-rejuvenation and making new friends!
Airfare is not included, but all of the following is included:
– To set the mood for our adventure, Carolyn will host a pre-trip informational get-together at her home in Albuquerque. (Any guests who do not live locally will be invited to “Zoom” in to join the fun!)
– Relax into your adventure with a “Jet-lag recovery night” at the Hotel Les Matins de Paris– a 4-star boutique hotel just off of the famous Rue des Martyrs in Paris’s trendy 9th arrondissement, with a full buffet breakfast and your own private session in the hotel’s spa included – perfect for recovering from jet lag and the fatigue of your long flight.
– Our Private YK2B driver will meet you at your hotel, late-morning on Friday, June 5, to bring you down to the historic town of Beaune in the heart of the Cote d’Or – Burgundy’s golden hillsides.
– You will arrive at the historic La Maison du Bastion, your home for the next eight nights, nestled up against the medieval ramparts of Beaune. Built in the late 1800s as a fishing lodge, each guest will have her own bedroom and private, modern bathroom. The whole house and extensive gardens are ours for the week, including two kitchens and a comfortable salon for relaxing. The large outdoor terrace is perfect for enjoying your morning coffee, a glass of wine in the evening, or simply taking in the beautiful surroundings. All this, and only a seven-minute walk into the very heart of Beaune!
– Activities and experiences in Burgundy will include:
- Inspiring visits to some of Burgundy’s most famous cultural and historic sites, including the 15th c. Hospice de Beaune (the first hospital in Europe specially built to care for the poor), Notre Dame Basilica, and Burgundy’s world-famous vineyards.
- Experiencing the abundance of the Saturday morning Market in Beaune, selecting delicacies to enjoy back “home” in the La Maison du Bastion kitchen.
- Discovering the mysteries of the Burgundy truffle, as we head into the countryside for a truffle-hunting demonstration with Taiga the Truffle Dog, followed by a truffle-themed lunch.
- Exploring Carolyn’s “home village” of Pommard, one of the most famous wine villages in the Côte de Beaune, known and loved by Thomas Jefferson.
- Learning about and tasting at family-owned wine domaines, with women at the helm.
- The delights of Dijon, Burgundy’s historic capitol, with its fascinating museums, famous “Owl’s Trail,” and market hall designed by Eiffel.
- A day in the northern Burgundy countryside, where we will visit the Source of the Seine River and learn the story of the Goddess Sequana. In Flavigny-sûr-Ozerain, designated one of the most beautiful villages in France, we will explore the world-famous 500-year-old, woman-owned “Anis de Flavigny” candy company, the sites where the movie “Chocolat” was filmed, and enjoy lunch in a farm-to-table restaurant started by a group of women to support the local agricultural economy.
- Opportunities to meet women of Burgundy from different walks of life – all looking forward to meeting you and sharing their stories and passions.
- Retail therapy, based on your individual desires.
– Food and wine of the region, including:
- Breakfast daily, at your hotel in Paris, and at your home in Burgundy.
- Eight lunches or dinners together in some of our favorite restaurants in Beaune and nearby wine villages – family-owned establishments where we will be treated more like a locals than tourists.
- All of our lunches and dinners together will include wines from the region, selected by Carolyn to enhance the delicious cuisine for which Burgundy is famous. All along the way, Carolyn will offer her extensive knowledge of the region to provide gentle education and answer your questions about Burgundy’s wine-growing history and culture.
- Plus, for meals on your own, your kitchen will be amply stocked with fresh and prepared foods, allowing guests to assemble light meals to enjoy in the comfort of home (or on the terrace overlooking your four acre garden), should you prefer this as an alternative to dining out at one of the many local bistrots, brasseries, or restaurants in Beaune, all within easy walking distance of La Maison du Bastion.
- Then, at the conclusion your eight nights in Burgundy, our private driver will transport you back to Paris for one additional night at the Hotel Les Matins de Paris.
- We are pleased to include the services of our private drivers to bring our group from Paris to Burgundy, and then back to Paris, as well as for all of our excursion transportation. Peace of mind for everyone, as we avoid the uncertainty of any public transportation disruptions or strikes. 😊
And of course, your personal cultural interpreter, guide, and Burgundy “local” for more than 20 years (Carolyn!) to provide you with an insider’s experience, unlike any other!
(Additionally, for guests wishing to extend their time in Paris or elsewhere in France, Carolyn will happily provide you with complimentary Your Key To Burgundy concierge planning services.)
This excursion is limited to six fun-loving, adventurous women.
Only two spots remain, so get in touch with us today for more details and to reserve your space!
To learn more, get in touch with us. We are waiting to hear from you!