One Day Tour in Champagne with Lunch and Tasting

5.0 (10 reviews) Epernay, France
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Duration8h
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LanguagesEnglish, French
Group sizeUp to 7 travelers

Overview

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.

What's included

  • Visits and tastings
  • Local Traditional Breakfast - 3 courses (starter-dish-dessert)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Personal expenses
  • Drinks during lunch

What to expect

  1. 45m
    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
    1h 30m
    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
    15m
    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
    10m
    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
    1h 30m
    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
    20m
    Journey from Epernay to Champagne Munoz Bruneau. Discovery of the landscapes and hillsides of the Marne Valley.
  7. 2h · Admission ticket 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
    20m
    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
    40m
    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. 30m
    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 and pickup

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.

Additional information

  • 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.

Cancellation policy

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

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