Champagne Private Day Trip: Epernay & Reims 9 glasses Champagne Private Day Trip: Epernay & Reims 12 glasses

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ID: GYG651850-1080345
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Country: France

Duration: 12:00 hours


Description

Experience the essence of Champagne at Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, etc. Savour exquisite bubbly amidst breathtaking scenery and centuries-old tradition.
One of the joys of being in Paris is that you are so close to the Land of the Bubbly — the Champagne Region. Travel privately and explore the beautiful Champagne region. Visit a world-renowned Champagne houses such as Moët & Chandon, Pommery, Veuve Clicquot or Mercier upon availability, as well as smaller estates.

*07:30 Departure from Paris Pick up from your hotel. During the approximately140 km drive on a highway, our guide will provide you with general information about Champagne`s history and wine production in the region. Enjoy the scienic views of the Champagne landscapes and vineyards along the way, with the journey time of about 2 hours.

*10:00 - 10.50 Unique family visit and Champagne tasting Visit the local family Champagne producer situated on the top of the hills, offering breathtaking panoramic views over vineyards. Enjoy a guided tour of the cellars and production section by a family member or one of their team, including explanations about the Champagne-making process and a tasting of 3 glasses of Champagne.

*11:00 - 11:30 Visiting the grave of Dom Pérignon and the best panoramic view One of the monks of the abbey made an unforgettable contribution to the study of wine-making and the invention of champagne. His name is probably familiar to you - Dom Pérignon.

*12:00 - 13:30 Visit of a prestige champagne house with a Guided tour Arrival in Epernay. Visit of Moet et Chandon with a guided tour through the underground cellars and Champagne degustation of 2 glasses of Champagne: Moët Impérial, Rosé Impérial. Moet et Chandon is the biggest Champagne producer. Every second one bottle of Moet et Chandon Champagne is being opened. *Important: we try our best to book Moet et Chandon, but sometimes it is impossible and we arrange a tour with another Champagne house of the same level.

*13:30 - 14:30 Lunch break in Épernay We can make a reservation at a good local restaurant for you, just 30 minutes drive to Reims.

*15:30 - 16:00 Cathedral of Notre-Dame of Reims Marvel at the historic Reims Cathedral, where French kings were crowned. The cathedral hosted thirty-three sovereign coronations in just over 1000 years!

*16:00 - 17:30 Pommery or Veuve Clicquot Discover one of the two "Widows" heritage houses together with the cellars designated as UNESCO World Heritage Site.

*20:00 Coming back to Paris. Drop off at your hotel.

Highlights

  • Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, Pommery etc.
  • Visiting Hautvillers where the grave of Dom Pérignon and the best panoramic view
  • Immersive Champagne museum (all 5 senses! interesting for the kids)

Guiding languages

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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.