Reims and Champagne-Tasting Day Trip from Paris

Reims and Champagne-Tasting Day Trip from Paris

Tantalise your taste buds with a full-day tour from Paris to the heart of France’s famous Champagne region. Visit the UNESCO-listed town of Reims, where centuries of French kings were crowned at the Gothic Notre-Dame de Reims cathedral. At a top-rated winery, learn about the traditional Champagne-making process and sip several different kinds of the beloved bubbly paired with a gourmet multi-course lunch of traditional delicacies. It’s a fantastic way to experience the one and only home of authentic French Champagne.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Reims, Place du Cardinal Lucon, 51100, Reims France

Transfer from Paris to the historic city of Reims. Upon arrival, walk around the city, and then go inside to the unique Reims Cathedral on a small guided tour. Learn about its importance in French history as the traditional coronation place for the kings of France. Marvel at the masterpiece of gothic architecture, and hear about some of the treasures contained within its walls. Even Joan of Arc herself, made her way to Reims. She persuaded Charles VII to move all the troops through the city and they did, it was then in the Reims Cathedral, where Joan declared Charles VII as her king.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Hautvillers, Hautvillers, Marne, Grand Est

Visit the village where the monk who “created” the champagne lived at the Benedictine abbey in Hautvillers at the time of his invention the village in France's Champagne region, not far from Èpernay, is generally regarded as the birthplace of the bubbly. But like many historical claims, the night they invented champagne appears more fanciful than fact. Learn about the history of its namesake and have a chance to sip some fine vintage champagne.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Epernay, Epernay, Marne, Grand Est

You will visit one of the most famous champagne houses in the region. Learn how Champagne is made, from the pruning of the grapevines to the grape pressing, blending, and wine storage. See ancient cellars filled with glass containers and valuable contents gathering dust.
After fun and games as well as all types of champagne and delicious food, your guide will bring you back home to Paris where another adventure awaits!

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Moet et Chandon Champagne Cellars, 20 avenue de Champagne, 51200, Epernay France

Next, transfer to the legendary vineyards of the Champagne you will have a chance to try different types of champagne in a guided experience with the local professionals and discover the gastronomy of this beautiful region.

Duration: 1 hour