Day Trip to Champagne Region from Paris including Moët Chandon, Hautvillers and a Family Winery
Highlights
- Enjoy hassle-free transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Go on a full-day trip from Paris to the Champagne region
- Visit the world-famous Moët & Chandon cellars in Epernay
- Stop in Hautvillers, where Dom Pérignon lived, produced and perfected champagne
- Drive through Reims Mountain Regional Nature Park and admire endless vineyards dotted with charming villages
- End your day with a lovely champagne tasting at a family winery
- An English-speaking guide will allow for an informative experience
- Enjoy an intimate experience with a group size of no more than 8 people
Discover the world of champagne on a visit to the Moët & Chandon cellars in Epernay and Hautvillers. Enjoy the scenic region and savor champagne tastings at several stops along the way.
Your Experience
Your tour kicks off in Paris, where you'll meet your guide and fellow travelers, then board a comfortable, air-conditioned coach for the journey to your first destination: Epernay. The renowned Moët & Chandon house in Epernay boasts one of the planet's largest champagne cellars, featuring roughly 17 miles (28 km) of subterranean passages. Your guide will escort you through these underground tunnels, explaining the intricacies of champagne production. Following this 1.5-hour walking tour, you'll enjoy a glass of the prestigious bubbly.
After a brief pause for lunch, you'll re-board the coach for a drive through the Reims Mountain Regional Nature Park. Along the way, admire the vast vineyards interspersed with quaint villages as you head to Hautvillers, often hailed as the birthplace of champagne. Here, you'll learn about a notable former resident, Dom Pérignon, who devoted his life to crafting champagne and refining its production and taste. Post-visit, continue your picturesque journey, with your knowledgeable guide making several stops to let you soak in the stunning French scenery. Your final stop is a family-owned winery, where you'll sample four different champagnes before returning to Paris.
By the end of this comprehensive champagne excursion, you'll have a clear understanding of how various champagne flavors are developed and why the champagne region is renowned for its exceptional products and beautiful landscapes.