Private Champagne Tour with Sommelier and vignard tasting

Trip duration: 12h - 13h

1. Transfer from Paris to Champagne Region 

Duration: Approximately 2 hours | Distance: 124 km 

Begin your journey with a comfortable transfer from Paris to the renowned Champagne region. Travel through picturesque French countryside as you make your way to Épernay, internationally recognized as one of the world’s leading Champagne towns. Along the route, enjoy views of the Paris outskirts, rural landscapes, vineyards, and the rolling hills characteristic of the Champagne region. 

2. Hautvillers: Introduction to Dom Pérignon History 

Location: Hautvillers, 51160 Hautvillers, France | Duration: 30 minutes 

Arrive in the charming village of Hautvillers, widely regarded as the birthplace of Champagne. Your guide will provide an insightful introduction to the history of Dom Pérignon, the legendary monk whose contributions are closely linked to the evolution of Champagne-making traditions. Explore the tranquil village, its picturesque streets, and the historic abbey where Dom Pérignon lived and worked. Key highlights include vineyard views, Dom Pérignon heritage, and the unique atmosphere of Hautvillers.

3. Pressoria Experience in Aÿ-Champagne 

Location: 11 Boulevard Pierre Cheval, 51160 Aÿ-Champagne | Duration: 120 minutes 

Guided visit with tasting Continue to Aÿ-Champagne, a prestigious Grand Cru village. Participate in a guided tour at Pressoria, situated in the former Pommery pressing center. This immersive experience covers the Champagne production process from grape pressing to tasting. Enjoy five tasting flutes, allowing you to sample a variety of Champagne styles while appreciating the rich heritage of this celebrated vineyard area. Notable points of interest include the Grand Cru village, the historic pressing house, and the scenic vineyard landscapes. 

4. Lunch Break in Épernay 

Location: Avenue de Champagne, Épernay | Duration: 1 hour 

Take advantage of free time for lunch in Épernay, the capital of Champagne. Relax and dine at a local restaurant or café, and enjoy the refined ambiance of the famous Avenue de Champagne. Explore the area’s Champagne houses, elegant mansions, and vibrant local establishments. 

5. Charles Mignon Champagne House Guided Tour & Tasting 

Location: 7 Rue Irène Joliot Curie, 51200 Épernay | Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes 

Visit Charles Mignon, a distinguished family-run Champagne house with six generations of winemaking expertise. During your guided tour, discover the family’s Champagne-making traditions and explore the cellars and production facilities. The experience includes five tasting flutes, featuring two Premier Cru Champagnes, offering a comprehensive insight into the house’s unique style and the diversity of Champagne terroirs. Highlights include the Champagne house, cellar visit, and Premier Cru tasting. 

6. Optional Experience in Épernay

Location: Avenue de Champagne, Épernay | Duration: 1 hour

Customize your experience with one of the following options, subject to availability and preference:

• Extra Champagne House Tasting: Enjoy an additional tasting at a renowned Champagne house such as Moët & Chandon, Perrier-Jouët, De Venoge, or Château Comtesse Lafond.

• Free Time on Avenue de Champagne: Enjoy time to stroll along the iconic avenue, browse elegant boutiques, shop for Champagne and souvenirs, or visit the Moët & Chandon gift shop.

Points of interest include the Avenue de Champagne, prestigious Champagne houses, specialty boutiques, and Champagne gift shops.

7. Reims & Notre-Dame Cathedral

Location: Reims | Duration: Approximately 45–60 minutes

Continue your journey to Reims, one of the historic capitals of the Champagne region, for a final cultural stop before returning to Paris.

Discover the magnificent Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and one of France’s most important historic monuments. For centuries, the cathedral served as the traditional coronation site of the Kings of France.

Enjoy time to admire its impressive façade, monumental sculptures, stained-glass windows, and the remarkable atmosphere of Reims’ historic center.

8. Return Transfer from Reims to Paris

Duration: Approximately 2 hours | Distance: approximately 145 km

Conclude your Champagne experience with a comfortable transfer back to Paris.

Relax aboard your luxury minivan as you leave Reims behind after a memorable day discovering Champagne vineyards, prestigious houses, authentic tastings, historic villages, Épernay’s Avenue de Champagne, and the magnificent Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral.