Burgundy Villages from Dijon: Medieval Towns & Local Wine Stories

Three Medieval Villages, Gothic Architecture, and a 12th-Century Château in One Day

A full-day tour departing from Dijon visits three of Burgundy's most charming villages: Flavigny-sur-Ozerain, known for its abbey and Anis de Flavigny sweets; Semur-en-Auxois, with its Gothic Collegiate Church and ancient walls; and Châteauneuf-en-Auxois, a fortified village crowned by a 12th-century château. An English-speaking driver and guide leads the journey by minivan, offering live commentary on local wine and regional history. Lunch is taken at a local restaurant at your own expense. Minimum age is 18. The tour requires at least two adults to operate.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Burgundy's historic villages

• Visit Flavigny-sur-Ozerain village
• Drive to Semur-en-Auxois town
• Explore Gothic church and walls
• Have traditional Burgundy lunch
• Travel to Châteauneuf-en-Auxois village
• Explore 12th-century château and streets

The experience

If you're based in Dijon for a day and want to move beyond the city, this tour strings together three stops that most visitors miss. You start in Flavigny-sur-Ozerain, a village famous for its ancient abbey and the Anis de Flavigny sweets made there for centuries: narrow cobbled streets and historic sites fill the morning. After a short drive, you arrive in Semur-en-Auxois, where the Gothic Collegiate Church of Notre-Dame dominates the skyline and medieval walls still ring the old town. This is where you stop for lunch at a local restaurant, ordering from the regional menu at your own cost.

The afternoon takes you to Châteauneuf-en-Auxois, a fortified village perched on a hill with views across the countryside and a 12th-century château at its heart. The minivan carries no more than a small group, and your guide speaks English throughout, weaving in stories about local wines and Burgundy's history as the commentary unfolds. The full day runs eight hours from Dijon and back, with the pace built around the villages themselves rather than rushing between them.

What’s included

• English-speaking driver and guide expert in local wines.
• visits to three Burgundy villages (Flavigny-sur-Ozerain, Semur-en-Auxois, and Châteauneuf-en-Auxois).
• fully-equipped minivan transport.
• live commentary on local history and wine throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesThursday and FridayDeparts at 09:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by Ophorus

Is this one for you?The guide speaks English, so you follow the commentary and stories without translation. Book this if you want a full day away from Dijon with someone who knows the region's wine and history, and you're comfortable arranging your own lunch at a local restaurant.

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Top questions

What is Flavigny-sur-Ozerain known for?

Flavigny-sur-Ozerain is famous for its ancient abbey and Anis de Flavigny sweets, which have been made there for centuries. The village itself features narrow cobbled streets, historic sites, and stunning views that make it one of France's most beautiful villages.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

Lunch is not included. You eat at a local restaurant in Semur-en-Auxois at your own expense, where you can order from the regional menu and try Burgundy wines.

What can I see at Châteauneuf-en-Auxois?

Châteauneuf-en-Auxois is a fortified village where a 12th-century château stands on a hilltop. You can explore the château, walk through medieval streets, and enjoy breathtaking views across the surrounding countryside.

How many people travel in the minivan?

The tour uses a fully-equipped minivan that carries a small group. The exact size varies, but the format keeps numbers intimate enough for the guide to offer live commentary and answer questions throughout the day.

What language is the guide commentary in?

The driver and guide speaks English and is an expert in local wines, offering live commentary on board about the region's history, culture, and wine heritage as you travel between villages.