Short day family growers & traditional lunch from Reims
ID: GYG220968-379962
Category:
Country: France
Duration:
06:15 hours
Description
Explore Champagne: drive Epernay’s Avenue de Champagne, visit UNESCO vineyards, a family winery, and enjoy a French lunch—perfect for Champagne lovers!
Meet your expert guide at 11:15 am at the train station of Reims, who will take you to the most famous vineyards of Champagne.
Drive through the Avenue de Champagne in Epernay, the capital of Champagne, where prestigious estates like Pol Roger, Perrier Jouët, Mercier, Boizel, and Moët & Chandon are based.
Stop in the UNESCO World Heritage vineyards to learn about the rich history of the region’s viticulture.
Stroll through the charming village of Hautvillers, where Dom Pérignon is buried. Don’t miss the stunning viewpoint, perfect for capturing beautiful photos of the vineyards!
Be welcomed at a Champagne estate and immerse yourself in the French lifestyle with a lunch paired with a selection of Champagnes. (Dietary restrictions and allergies can be accommodated, but it is essential to mention any allergies at the time of booking.)
Appreciate the charming hillsides of the Champagne region, visit a small, family-run Champagne house, and get an insider’s look at their unique winemaking process.
After a day full of experiences and memorable moments, your guide will drop you off at 5:30 pm in front of the tourist office at Reims centre train station.
Highlights
- Drive through the Avenue de Champagne in Epernay
- Discovery of the historical village of Hautvillers and Dom Pérignon’s church
- Stop in the UNESCO vineyard of Champagne
- Visit and tastings at a family-run winery
- Introduction to Champagne tasting and lunch paired with champagnes in a domaine
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• This tour operates in all weather conditions
• Please advise of any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• The minimum age for this tour is 18 years
• Vegetarian options are available, please advise at time of booking if required
It’s recommended to book your trains in advance to secure the best fares and ensure availability (trains on SNCF or Trainline). À la Française - Champagne is not responsible for any errors in train reservations or lack of trains; therefore, the tour will not be refundable for any reason.
Office de Tourisme de la Gare de Reims
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
