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Dijon

UNESCO heritage city break to Dijon by TGV from Basel or Lausanne

Illustration of Dijon

Railtour Suisse operates a two-day, one-night city break to Dijon, the former capital of the Dukes of Burgundy. The journey departs Basel or Lausanne by TGV Lyria, arriving in under two hours. You stay one night in a 3-star hotel and explore a UNESCO World Heritage Site historic centre filled with half-timbered houses, palaces, and the Palais des Ducs, which houses the Musée des Beaux-Arts. Dijon is celebrated as a gourmet destination: mustard, marbled ham, gougères, beef bourguignon, and Burgundy wines shape the local food culture. The Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie et du Vin and a covered market showcase regional flavours. A self-guided owl trail winds through the city for one hour, passing 22 emblematic landmarks. This package suits food-and-wine lovers, history enthusiasts, couples seeking a short rail escape, and solo travellers who prefer independent exploration.

What to know before you look closer

  • The operator publishes no day-by-day itinerary for this package; confirm how your time in Dijon is structured (guided tours, free exploration, or a mix) before booking.
  • Regional trains depart Dijon to Beaune every 20 minutes, but any onward travel to wine-country is separate from this package.

Included

  • Return rail travel (2nd class)
  • 1 night in a 3-star hotel in Dijon

Questions travellers ask

Is rail travel included?
Yes. Return travel by TGV Lyria in 2nd class from Basel (1.5 hours) or Lausanne (2 hours) is included.
Where do I stay?
One night in a 3-star hotel in Dijon is included.
Is this trip guided or independent?
The package does not specify whether guided tours are included or whether you explore independently. Contact Railtour Suisse for details on what activities are provided.
What is the price?
From CHF 212 per person (approximately USD 264), which includes return rail travel and one night's accommodation.
How much walking is involved?
The owl trail is a one-hour self-guided walk covering 22 landmarks. Climbing the Philippe-le-Bon tower involves stairs. Otherwise, you explore the historic centre on foot at your own pace.

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