One Week in France Itinerary: the Very Best for First Timers

2. Two Days in Burgundy

Now that you’ve seen the heart of France, it’s time to hire a car and prepare to enjoy some scenic countryside! Undoubtedly the most captivating and iconic wine region in France, Burgundy is just in a few hours drive down south. If you have time and energy for some extracurricular activities, consider stopping at Fontainebleau en route for a magnificent château and some 130 acres of parkland and gardens. And once you’re in Burgundy, France’s main wine producing area, what do you do? The question is almost rhetorical: private tours of the vineyards and cellars are widely available in the region. Prepare to pamper yourself and your loved ones: some Burgundies rank among the most expensive, delicious, and prized wines in the world! A few of the most idyllic and charming villages to check out in Burgundy are medieval Brancion, utterly peaceful Blagny, hidden Pernand-Vergelesses, and vibrant Meursault. That said, there are dozens more that are all well worth a visit!