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The 5 Best Tours in Vezelay, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Discover the best top things to do in Vezelay, France including Burgundy Hot-Air Balloon Ride from Vezelay, Summer solstice visits Basilica of Vézelay, Burgundy 2 Day Private Tour from Paris , BURGUNDY: VEZELAY & FONTENAY ABBEY - Private day trip from Paris by Train, Multi Day Private Tour Vineyards and Heritage.
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1. Burgundy Hot-Air Balloon Ride from Vezelay
Overall Ratings
4.6 based on 5 reviews
The wonderful area of Vezelay and the region parc of the Morvan is renowned for it's wildlife, forests and rugged country farmers. Fly over the spectacular medieval hilltop town of Vezelay and the villages of the Parc du Morvan Nature Reserve. Balloon rides are scheduled every morning and evening when the wind is calm.
Inclusions: Glass of Champagne, Light refreshments, Driver/guide, Live commentary on board, Round-trip shared transfer
Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By alexdX5658QO
We booked a trip for a Montgolfière trip over Chenonceau and the Cher. GETYOURGIDE mentions that the maximum of participants is 10 persons for each ride. Upon arrival to our surprise we were 14... our surprise grew when hearing that we had to embark in two Jeeps to go to the departure ( 7+the driver per car ! = packed one against another ) When mentioning that this didn’t respect current measures for Covid, we got the answer that also in the gondola we would be stuffed one against another as well. And that therefor we had to wear a mask as desinfect our hands. Unsure if the montgolfière had been desinfected ( we could’nt see anyone doing this, the cars weren’t in any case . When telling that GETYOURGUIDE mentioned that the trips were limited to 10 participants, Mister France Montgolfière told us not without arrogance that the could write what they wanted but that it was not the problem of France Montgolfière ...When asking if we could take our own car for transfert ; that was impossible. Common sense would limit the number to 8 participants and foresee a transfer in mini-bus. We have been following strict hygienic rules by keeping distance at all times : the lack from the side of France Montgolfières is unacceptable and we didn’t want to participate under these circumstances. We asked full refund from Getyourguide... and we are fully entitled to get one.
2. Summer solstice visits Basilica of Vézelay
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1 reviews
The Basilica of Vézelay was built in close relation to the course of the sun. It is inhabited by light. His dance with stones, unique in the world, culminates in summer and winter solstices. We take you these days to the Basilica to live an unforgettable experience. Finally at the Visitor's House, around the models, the guide will explain the know-how of the craftsmen and the symbolism of the play of light desired by the builders.
Inclusions: The offering to the basilica
Exclusions:
Reviewed By claragC2827CS
The Maison du Visiteur is a jewel in the heart of Vézelay. Their guided visits, films and presentations are exceptionally good. They truly enable visitors to experience, see and understand for themselves the light and sacredness that make Vézelay and its basilica so very special. The fantastic thing is that their tours are designed for everyone, whether or not you belong to any religion yourself. I walked past the Maison du Visiteur for years without realising what treasures are to be found within, and now that I have finally gone in I am recommending it to everyone.
3. Burgundy 2 Day Private Tour from Paris
A completely private tour that lasts 2 days with a professional, licensed guide included. You will be picked up from your hotel in the morning and the tour may begin.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Lunch, Lunch, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Hotel accomodation, Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By eslagel
This hassle-free tour with private transportation ended up being a Godsend with the transportation strike and train schedules to Versailles being seriously "iffy." Who knows if we'd even made it there without Gustavo picking us up in his comfortable van? Once there, skipping the enormous line also proved worth the extra penny as Paris and sites like Versailles are growing in tourist numbers. Gustavo was interesting, polite and willing to answer all questions related to history, French culture and attitudes. He even set up a private tour of the apartments per our request. It's a long day, but Gustavo didn't overwhelm us with information overload and by the end of the tour, we felt we had made a new friend.
4. BURGUNDY: VEZELAY & FONTENAY ABBEY - Private day trip from Paris by Train
IT IS SAFE TO TRAVEL WITH US - All our services are privatized and without regrouping with unknown visitors coming from outside. - All our tours include a pickup and dropoff at your hotel. - Book now and pay upon arrival. The Basilica and the village of Vezelay were classified as a World Heritage by Unesco. It is also a place of spirituality and a starting point for the pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela.The tour includes the Abbey of Fontenay 06:00 am: Pick-up at your hotel for a private transfer to GARE de LYON 06:49 am: Departure by TGV (speed train) 07:53 am: meet and greet by your local guide driver. En route to the hills of VEZELAY: Visit of the sanctuary. 11:30 am: continuation to the charming village of Noyers sur Serein & lunch in a charming restaurant. 02:00 pm: continuation to the cistercian abbey of FONTENAY of the 12th century. 04:30 pm: back to the train sation 05:37 pm: departure by TGV (speed traint) to PARIS 06:39 pm: arrival in PARIS and transfer to your hotel
Inclusions: three courses menu, R/T train tickets by TGV to/from Vezelay, Pickup and drop-off from/to your hotel in Paris, Driver/ Guide for assistance , Tickets admission for the visits, all taxes and fees, Private transportation
Exclusions: Drinks
Reviewed By O5141HMjonathang
We are travelling from Australia and have previously visited other countries prior to to France which had amazing service and friendlyness. However 5minutes in France we found them to be rude 10minutes in and they were pushing us, 30minutes and pickpocketed. My advice when you get off the train is get back on and try a different country. Try Ireland, England or even Amsterdam. We are counting down the minutes to get out of this thieving, smelly, rude, dirty country Cheers
5. Multi Day Private Tour Vineyards and Heritage
Discover the wine-making small villages and vineyards from Côte de Nuits to the north of Côte de Beaune. Stop off on the Corton hillside, in the middle of the rows of grapes, a unique location in Burgundy for red and white Grands Crus. Prestige tasting at a wine cellar: elegant Pinot Noirs and unoaked white wines. Head to Burgundy’s « Champs-Elysées » along the Côte de Nuits Grands Crus Wine Road via the small paths in the middle of the vineyards: Vosne-Romanée, Gevrey-Chambertin, Chambolle-Musigny… Stop off at Romanée Conti and Clos de Vougeot. Intimate tasting in a traditional cellar, in a Pinot Noir lover’s paradise. Visit a boutique winery and discover the greatest examples of this grape variety in relation to the Terroir (soils). Meet the winemaker. Discover the 18th century Burgundy canal, picture postcard landscapes along the waterfront.Drive through Alésia, the famous battleground where Julius Cesar beat Vercingétorix’s gaulois army in the year 52BC.
Inclusions: Private Tour, Private transportation, Entrance fees
Exclusions: Lunch at an extra cost, Personal expenses
Reviewed By Adygp118
We were supposed to have a tour to Beaune, and because we were 3 we got huge chances to got it cancelled. But, they offered us instead an excursion to côte de nuits... it was better than expected! Emmanuel was a super guide! He explained us everything about the wine making process, took us to 2 places for wine tasting and to the vineyards... I just know how to better enjoy wine thanks to him. This excursion made our experience at Dijon unforgettable even in Corona times! Def if I come back I will go for another excursion with them :)
