The Connoisseurs from Reims (Private Half day Tour), Reims

About this activity

Discovery of the "Côte des Blancs" Grand Cru and the famous village and vineyard of Hautvillers in the historic hillsides of the Marne Valley listed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO near Epernay, Capital of the Champagne vineyard.

In Hautvillers, village called the “Cradle of Champagne”, guided tour of the church of Dom Pérignon and the vineyard.

Pause at the most beautiful viewpoint of Champagne in the heart of the vineyard with explanations of viticulture management.

Visit the production sites of two families of independent producers/growers followed by commented tastings of a selection of 6 Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru, as well as the essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs during additional tastings.

Discovery tour of the "Côte des Blancs", famous area for its Grand Cru Chardonnay 100% Blanc de Blancs.

Commented passage through the Avenue de Champagne in Epernay, called "the most expensive Avenue in the World" with its 200 million bottles in the cellars.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English, French
Operated by: Aÿ-Champagne Experience

Ages: Children (0–17 years) · Adults (18–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Visits and tastings of 6 Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru
Included: Additional tastings of the 3 essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs (Ratafia, Fine, Marc)
Included: Pick up in the perimeter of 6kms (3.7 miles) around Reims
Included: Private passionate guide/chauffeur

Itinerary

Parc Naturel Regional de la Montagne de Reims

Passing by

During the journey between Reims and Epernay, you will discover the "Montagne de Reims" and its superb forest to cross to reach the famous vineyards near Epernay, the Capital of the Champagne vineyards.
Abbaye Saint-Pierre d'Hautvillers

30 min

In Hautvillers, village called the “Cradle of Champagne”, enjoy a private tour of the Church where the grave of Dom Pérignon, known as the spiritual father of Champagne, is.

We will tell you his story and you will finally know whether or not he is the inventor of Champagne !
Hautvillers

1 h 30 min

In Hautvillers, we will also stop in the historical hillsides of Champagne listed as Word Heritage Site by Unesco to enjoy the most magnificent panorama of Champagne overlooking the Marne Valley, the place where Dom Pérignon carried out his experiments in winemaking.

It is the ideal place in the heart of the vineyards to take unforgettable photos of you and this breathtaking landscape.

We will visit the first of the 2 families of independent producers/growers that you will discover during the tour with explanations on the Champagne making process, visit of the presses, wineries and cellars.

You will taste there 3 different Premier Cru Champagnes during a commented tasting*.

*depending on the season and availability, this visit/tastings may take place in a village of the "Côte des Blancs" or in Aÿ-Champagne.
Cramant

Passing by

During your discovery tour in the "Côte des Blancs", we will go through Cramant which is one of the famous villages Grand cru located south of Epernay.

This area in Champagne is called the "Kingdom of Chardonnay Grand Cru".
Oger

1 h 30 min

Oger is another renowned Grand Cru village in "Côte des Blancs" with the famous "Blanc de Blancs" 100% Chardonnay Grand Cru.

This is where we will visit one of the 2 families of independent producers/growers of the day with other explanations on the Champagne making process, visit to the presses, wineries and cellars.

You will taste 3 others 100% Grand Cru Champagnes of your choice with tasting advice to discover the different "Blanc de Blancs" such as natural Champagne without dosage, extra brut, from old vines, vintage or even aged in oak barrels.

We will also pass through other famous villages such as Chouilly and Avize, in front of the largest Champagne bottles factory and near the famous "Chateau de Saran", the ultra private property where the luxury LVMH group (who owns Moët & Chandon, Dom Pérignon, Veuve Clicquot, Ruinart, Krug ...) receives its biggest customers and VIPs as well as the "Montaigu site" dedicated to the champagne making of Moët & Chandon.
Avenue de Champagne

Passing by

During the tour, we will cross another must-see Champagne UNESCO World Heritage Site, the "Avenue de Champagne" in Epernay, the Capital of the Champagne vineyard.

It is considered "the most expensive Avenue in the world" with its prestigious Champagne houses, its mansions and its 100 kilometers of cellars which hide 200 million bottles.

A commented passage is planned to explain the history of its superb mansions and production buildings belonging for centuries to the Champagne Houses like Moët & Chandon, Perrier Jouët, Pol Roger, etc.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

The meeting place will be in front of the train station main entrance.
The meeting place will be in front of the Reims Center train station, exit « Cours de la Gare » at the right in front of the Reims tourist office of the station. Direct train Paris-Reims Center in 45 minutes arriving around 9.15 a.m. and to plan your return after 6 p.m.
The meeting place will be in front of the Tourist Office near Reims Cathedral.

End point

The meeting place will be in front of the train station main entrance.
The meeting place will be in front of the Reims Center train station, exit « Cours de la Gare » at the right in front of the Reims tourist office of the station. Direct train Paris-Reims Center in 45 minutes arriving around 9.15 a.m. and to plan your return after 6 p.m.
The meeting place will be in front of the Tourist Office near Reims Cathedral.

Pickup points

Chateau de Sacy
Premiere Classe Reims Sud - Bezannes
Holiday Inn Reims - City Centre by IHG
Golden Tulip Reims
Domaine Les Crayeres
La Caserne Chanzy Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection
Continental Hotel
Best Western Premier Hotel De La Paix

Viator gives you a list of pick ups, please check that your place is in the perimeter of 6kms (3.7 miles) around Reims.

If it is not, we will not be able to pick you up at this place. In case of any doubt, you can contact us before to book.

Depending on the weather/season and the number of people in your group, we will choose the most suitable vehicle from our fleet of different cars : Electric E-Mehari Jeep car, Premium Van and Minivans. Our Electric red E-Meharis are crossovers, if you have difficulty getting into slightly raised vehicles tell us.

Using your ticket

ENGLISH

If you have any problems, please always contact the guide on the number we have given you by message. If you wish to contact him/her on the day of your visit, please use Whatsapp.

Please note that the number on this voucher is not that of the guide, but that of the company manager :

Isabelle (owner of the tour company) : +33 6 20 33 21 44
Office number : +33 6 11 67 69 32 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm)

FRANCAIS

En cas de problème, merci de toujours joindre le numéro du guide que nous vous avons communiqué. Si vous souhaitez le/la contacter le jour de votre visite, merci d'utiliser de préférence Whatsapp.

Attention, le numéro sur ce voucher n'est pas celui du guide, mais celui de la gérante de l'entreprise: