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One Day Tour in Champagne with Lunch and Tasting

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One Day Tour in Champagne with Lunch and Tasting

About this activity

Discover the best of Champagne on this full-day tour from Épernay. Explore the iconic village of Hautvillers, visit Champagne Mercier and a family-owned Champagne estate, enjoy Champagne tastings, a three-course French lunch, and discover the magnificent landscapes of the Marne Valley with an Expert Local Guide.

Begin with a guided tour of Champagne Mercier, where you will uncover the history, heritage, and traditional techniques behind this renowned Champagne House. The visit includes a tasting of 2 or 3 glasses of Champagne, offering a chance to experience the House’s unique style. Continue with a walk along the prestigious Avenue de Champagne before enjoying lunch at Le Théâtre restaurant.

In the afternoon, explore Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne and village of Dom Pérignon. Visit the church where he is buried and admires panoramic vineyard views. Finish at Champagne Munoz Bruneau with a guided cellar visit and a tasting of three Champagnes.

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At a glance

Duration
8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 7 people
People per booking
1–4
Audio guide
English, French
Guide
English, French
Operated by
CHAMPAGNE DREAM TOUR

Ages: Infants (1–4 years) · Children (5–10 years) · Youth (11–16 years) · Adults (17–64 years) · Seniors (65–80 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Visits and tastings
  • Included: Lunch: Local Traditional Breakfast - 3 courses (starter-dish-dessert)
  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Not included: Personal expenses
  • Not included: Drinks during lunch

Itinerary

  1. Stop 1

    45 min

    Pick up at Epernay train station then drive to a Champagne House. On the way, photo stop at the Champillon viewpoint. Panoramic view of Epernay.

  2. Epernay

    1 h 30 min

    During a Champagne tour in Epernay, we invite you to visit one of these prestigious Champagne houses subject to availability: Moët et Chandon or Mercier or Nicolas Feuillatte to discover their production secrets and taste the different vintages.

  3. Avenue de Champagne

    15 min

    Walk on Avenue de Champagne to discover some of the largest champagne houses and their architecture. Avenue de Champagne is one of the UNESCO World Heritage sites.

  4. Epernay

    10 min

    Journey from Avenue de Champagne to lunch by minivan. Passage through Epernay to reach the lunch location. While passing by, you can discover the town of Epernay and its various places of interest: the Notre Dame d'Epernay Church, the Salmanazar Theater, the train station.

  5. Epernay

    1 h 30 min

    Lunch at the restaurant le Théâtre in a cozy and modern setting, a must-see address in Epernay

    Guests can enjoy elegant and varied traditional French cuisine.

  6. Festigny

    20 min

    Journey from Epernay to Champagne Munoz Bruneau. Discovery of the landscapes and hillsides of the Marne Valley.

  7. Stop 7

    2 hours Admission included

    Family home where you can discover the facilities and how champagne is made in the heart of the vineyard.

    The visit will be followed by a tasting. Immersion in the vineyard.

  8. Hautvillers

    20 min

    Leaving the family farm, you can enjoy the hillsides along the Marne to reach Hautvillers, the cradle of champagne. Village overlooking the Marne and the vineyard. You will cross villages of other wines: Damery and Cumières.

  9. Hautvillers

    40 min

    Hautvillers is the cradle of champagne. Magnificent village with many shops and discover the abbey where the Monk Dom Pérignon is buried. Photo stop at the viewpoints.

  10. Stop 10

    30 min

    You will take a different route from the outward journey to return to Epernay station. You will be able to appreciate the hillsides of the Montagne de Reims on the Hautvillers side and see the meanders of the Marne.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • The minivan will be parked in the parking lot in front of the main exit.

    Your guide will be waiting for you with a welcome sign.

End point

  • The minivan will be parked in the parking lot in front of the main exit.

    Your guide will be waiting for you with a welcome sign.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Alcoholic beverage tastings will only be offered to people aged 18 and over.

  • Car seats for children ages 2 to 9 are available.

  • This tour accepts a maximum of 7 travelers

  • We advise you to dress according to the weather conditions.

  • We advise you to wear casual shoes as you will be stopping in the vineyards.

  • We cannot accommodate any dietary needs unless there is an intolerance or allergy.

  • All alcoholic beverages are prohibited for pregnant women and people with health problems.

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