Description

Private Veuve Clicquot: "La Grande Dame" History with Cellar Tour & Tastings

Tour code:

average rating is 5 out of 5

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France

Start from:

Paris

End at:

Paris

Type tour:

Private Group, Small Group with luxury minivan, Family, Couple

Age range:

3-99 years

Languages:

English, French, Italian, Romanian

Payments:

Credit Card, PayPal, Bank Transfer

Highlight

Hautvillers – Dom Pérignon Village
Discover the historic Champagne village closely associated with Dom Pérignon and surrounded by the vineyards of the Marne Valley.
Champagne Château de Boursault
Visit an elegant family Champagne estate and discover its wines, terroir, and winemaking heritage.
Épernay – Avenue de Champagne
Explore Épernay and stroll along the prestigious Avenue de Champagne, home to some of the world’s most celebrated Champagne houses.
Belvédère de Dom Pérignon – Marne Valley Vineyards
Enjoy panoramic views across the Champagne vineyards and discover the landscapes and terroirs behind the region’s famous wines.
Maison Veuve Clicquot – Reims
Explore the historic underground cellars, discover the legacy of Madame Clicquot — “La Grande Dame of Champagne” — and enjoy a Veuve Clicquot Champagne tasting.
Reims
Experience one of the historic capitals of Champagne and the home of some of the region’s most prestigious maisons.

About tour

Discover the legendary world of Veuve Clicquot on a premium full-day Champagne experience from Paris, combining prestigious maisons, family estates, historic wine villages, vineyard landscapes, and the remarkable story of Madame Clicquot — “La Grande Dame of Champagne.”

Travel from Paris into the heart of the Champagne region and begin your journey in Hautvillers, the picturesque village closely associated with Dom Pérignon and surrounded by the vineyards of the Marne Valley. Continue to Champagne Château de Boursault, where a more intimate estate experience introduces you to Champagne terroir, vineyard traditions, and the craftsmanship of a family producer.

In Épernay, stroll along the prestigious Avenue de Champagne, lined with some of the world's most famous Champagne houses, before enjoying free time for lunch and exploring the elegant town center. Later, admire panoramic views over the vineyards from the Belvédère de Dom Pérignon and discover how Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Meunier, together with the region's distinctive soils and climate, shape the character of Champagne.

The highlight of the day awaits in Reims at Maison Veuve Clicquot. Descend into its historic underground cellars and discover the fascinating legacy of Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin, the visionary widow who transformed the family business and became one of the most influential figures in Champagne history. Learn about the maison's heritage, blending philosophy, ageing process, and winemaking traditions before concluding your visit with a Veuve Clicquot Champagne tasting.

With hotel pickup and drop-off in Paris, comfortable transportation, a professional driver-guide, vineyard scenery, two contrasting Champagne producers, and one of the world's most celebrated maisons, this experience offers far more than a cellar visit — it is a journey through the history, terroir, personalities, and savoir-faire that made Champagne legendary.

Itinerary

Total duration: approximately 13 hours

1. Departure from Paris – Journey to Champagne

Location: Paris → Champagne Region | Duration: Approximately 2 hours

Begin your day with convenient hotel or accommodation pickup in Paris and meet your professional driver-guide for the journey east toward the legendary Champagne region.

Travel through the French countryside in a comfortable vehicle while your guide introduces you to the history of Champagne, its vineyards, principal grape varieties, and the centuries-old traditions behind the world's most celebrated sparkling wine.

As you approach the region, the landscape gradually changes to rolling vineyards, wine villages, and historic Champagne estates.

2. Hautvillers – In the Footsteps of Dom Pérignon

Location: Hautvillers, Marne | Duration: Approximately 1 hour

Begin your discovery in the picturesque wine village of Hautvillers, surrounded by vineyards overlooking the Marne Valley.

Known for its close association with Dom Pérignon, Hautvillers occupies an important place in the history and mythology of Champagne.

Walk through its charming streets and discover the traditional architecture of this historic wine village while your guide introduces you to the development of Champagne production and the role of the region's monastic heritage.

Take time to appreciate the surrounding vineyard landscapes before continuing deeper into the Champagne countryside.

3. Champagne Château de Boursault – Estate Visit & Champagne Experience

Location: 2 Rue Maurice Gilbert, 51480 Boursault | Duration: Approximately 2 hours

Continue to Champagne Château de Boursault, a distinctive Champagne estate overlooking the Marne Valley.

Discover the atmosphere of a family Champagne property and learn more about the relationship between the vineyards, terroir, grape varieties, and traditional Champagne production.

The estate provides a contrasting experience to the major Champagne houses, offering a more intimate perspective on the craftsmanship and wine-growing heritage of the region.

Enjoy time at the property and discover its Champagnes before continuing toward Épernay.

4. Avenue de Champagne – Épernay

Location: Avenue de Champagne, Épernay | Duration: Approximately 30 minutes

Arrive in Épernay, widely regarded as one of the capitals of Champagne, and discover its legendary Avenue de Champagne.

Stroll along this elegant avenue, home to some of the world's most prestigious Champagne maisons and beneath which lie extensive networks of historic underground cellars.

Admire the impressive façades of celebrated Champagne houses and experience one of the region's most iconic wine addresses.

5. Épernay – Lunch & Free Time

Location: Épernay | Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours

Enjoy a relaxed break in the center of Épernay for lunch and independent exploration.

Choose from local restaurants, brasseries, and cafés and enjoy regional French cuisine at your own pace. After lunch, take time to explore the town, browse Champagne boutiques and specialty shops, or return to the Avenue de Champagne for photographs and shopping.

This relaxed interval allows you to experience the elegant atmosphere of Épernay before continuing through the vineyards.

6. Veuve Clicquot – Historic Cellars, Heritage & Champagne Tasting

Location: 1 Rue Albert Thomas, Reims | Duration: Approximately 2 hours

Continue to Reims for the centerpiece of the day: a visit to the prestigious Maison Veuve Clicquot.

Enter the world of one of Champagne's most internationally recognized houses and discover the remarkable story of Madame Clicquot, whose vision and entrepreneurial spirit played an important role in the development of the maison.

Descend into the historic underground cellars and learn about the Champagne-making process, ageing, blending, and the distinctive style associated with Veuve Clicquot.

Discover the heritage, craftsmanship, and traditions that have shaped the maison over generations before concluding the visit with a Veuve Clicquot Champagne tasting.

The experience brings together history, cellar heritage, winemaking expertise, and the distinctive identity of one of Champagne's great maisons.

7. Return Transfer from Reims to Paris

Location: Reims → Paris | Duration: Approximately 2 hours

After a full day exploring the vineyards, villages, Champagne estates, and prestigious maisons of the region, relax aboard your comfortable vehicle for the return journey to Paris.

Your driver-guide will take you back to your hotel or accommodation in Paris, concluding an exceptional day combining Hautvillers, Château de Boursault, Épernay, the Avenue de Champagne, the vineyards of the Marne Valley, and the historic Maison Veuve Clicquot in Reims.

More than a Champagne tasting tour, this experience is a journey through Champagne history, terroir, craftsmanship, prestigious maisons, family producers, and French art de vivre — from the vineyards where Champagne begins to the historic cellars where it reaches its celebrated final expression.

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Included

Tour already included

Private Pick-up & Drop-off from Your Hotel or Accommodation in Paris

Begin and end your Champagne journey directly from your hotel or accommodation in Paris for a seamless and comfortable experience.
Round-trip Transportation in a Luxury Minivan

Travel through the Champagne region in a comfortable, air-conditioned luxury minivan, with scenic drives through vineyards, historic villages, and the Marne Valley.
Professional Driver-Guide

Be accompanied throughout the day by an experienced professional driver-guide, providing historical context, local insights, and an introduction to Champagne culture and winemaking traditions.
Hautvillers – Dom Pérignon Village

Visit the historic village of Hautvillers, closely associated with Dom Pérignon, and discover its charming streets, Champagne heritage, and privileged position overlooking the vineyards of the Marne Valley.
Champagne Château de Boursault

Visit the elegant Château de Boursault, a family Champagne estate where you will discover its winemaking heritage, vineyards, terroir, and distinctive Champagnes.
Épernay & Avenue de Champagne

Explore Épernay, one of the capitals of Champagne, and enjoy a guided discovery of the prestigious Avenue de Champagne, lined with some of the region’s most celebrated Champagne houses.
Belvédère de Dom Pérignon – Marne Valley Vineyards

Enjoy a panoramic stop overlooking the Marne Valley vineyards, offering exceptional views and an introduction to the landscapes, grape varieties, and terroirs that define the Champagne region.
Maison Veuve Clicquot – Cellar Visit & Champagne Tasting

Enjoy the scheduled experience at Maison Veuve Clicquot in Reims, including a visit to its historic underground cellars, the story of Madame Clicquot — “La Grande Dame of Champagne” — and a Veuve Clicquot Champagne tasting.
Reims – Historic Champagne Capital

Discover Reims, one of Champagne’s historic capitals and home to some of the world’s most prestigious maisons, with time to experience the atmosphere and heritage of this celebrated Champagne city.

Tour not included

Private Pick-up & Drop-off Extensions

Pick-up and drop-off outside the standard service area are not included in the tour price, but may be arranged as a bespoke service upon request.

Available locations include:

Versailles
Disneyland Paris
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
Greater Paris and surrounding areas
Brussels, Belgium – available for private groups
Lille, France – available for private groups
Strasbourg, France – available for private groups
Lyon, France – available for private groups
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg – available for private groups
Geneva and selected locations in Switzerland – available for private groups
Other cities across France, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Switzerland – available upon request for private groups

Our team can tailor the transfer arrangements according to your itinerary, group size, vehicle requirements, and preferred departure point.

Additional charges apply depending on the distance, location, vehicle category, and number of guests. For personalized arrangements and pricing, please contact our team in advance.

Dining & Meals

Breakfast is not included
Lunch is not included
Dinner is not included

To enhance your journey, our team will be delighted to recommend a carefully selected range of restaurants, local brasseries, gastronomic addresses, and authentic regional dining experiences along your itinerary.

Upon request, we can also assist with table reservations, taking into consideration your preferred cuisine, atmosphere, dietary requirements, and schedule.

All meals, beverages, and restaurant expenses are payable directly by the guests unless specifically stated as included in the selected tour package. Restaurant reservations remain subject to availability.

Tour informations:

This experience is for adults aged 18+.
Please bring a passport or ID card for possible border control
Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.
Additional experiences may be available on request and subject to availability.
The itinerary may be adjusted according to traffic, venue availability or local conditions.

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