Day trip by van in Champagne small group of 8
Description
I was born in Epernay, in the heart of this Champagne cradle where the maternity ward was called Auban-Moet, built in 1893 thanks to donations from the Moët & Chandon family. Children born in this place receive a drop of Champagne from their first breaths! Such a baptism opens a way of life, so I chose to reach the chalk hillsides to work there and develop a certain sensitivity to nature and the vine. A whole story of skies, landscapes and people that I cannot keep to myself. Welcome to the land of Champagne!!
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Itinerary
Along the way we will head towards the charming village of Hautvillers, the cradle of Champagne. Located on a hillside, it offers a breathtaking view of the Montagne de Reims, the Marne Valley and the Côte des Blancs! Leaning against the nearby forest, nestles a Benedictine Abbey whose intendant-cellarer in 1668 was called Dom Pérignon! Born in 1639 in St Menehould in the Marne, he is one of the monks who participated in improving the quality of wine in our region. His discovery of the blending of different grape varieties and different vintages ensured his posterity. Behind the enclosed garden of the Abbey, the view is breathtaking over the "grand cru" and "premier cru" vineyards of the Champagne Appellation. The ideal place to discover the whole cycle of the vine as well as the hard "handmade" work of the Champagne winegrower. Isn't it "Good wines without good grapes"
It will be time for the lunch break in a traditional French cuisine restaurant 3chez Max or elsewhere depending on availability, two menus will be offered to you as well as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free dishes etc.... All accompanied by a flute of Champagne as well as a glass of red wine and coffee.
After lunch, a small digestive walk will be welcome (according to the weather)! Head for the famous Avenue de Champagne in Epernay, historic heart of the divine beverage. Here were born the Great Houses! Estates such as Moët et Chandon, Perrier-Jouët or Pol Roger, De Venoge ... have competed in architectural audacity and magnificence to give Champagne its letters of nobility. They are in tune with the reputation of the wine that ages in their cellars. With a park of 110 km of cellars and no less than 200 million bottles under the cobblestones, this Avenue is considered the richest in the world!
The end of the afternoon will be devoted to the visit of an independent winegrower who, through his family and centuries-old history, will reveal his cellars and part of the secret of his wine to you. The meeting of its gardener winegrowers and their champagnes is always a unique and unforgettable moment because they are the owners of 90% of the 34,000 hectares covered by the Champagne Appellation. By this act, they are the origin, the memory, the family tradition and the fight sometimes! They are the heart of the terroir. The visit ended: The final touch will sparkle in our Champagne flutes for a commented tasting as well as some tips for successful food and Champagne pairings!
Will ring the return time at the same place as the pick-up. Or Gare center in Reims. Either the tourist office in Epernay, 7 avenue de Champagne 5:30/6:00 p.m.
Your guide will take you on a city tour of Reims, passing through the Gallo-Roman remains of the city, its Place Royale and its Gothic cathedral which was the coronation of the kings of France.
Cellar audio guided tour in an amazing caves in a little train .
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Visits to the Grandes Maisons as well as independent winegrowers may vary according to the availability of their schedules.
Reviews(40)
This champagne tour in Reims was one of the highlights of our entire trip to France. From start to finish, the experience was seamless, elegant, and genuinely enjoyable. Our guide, Angélique, was absolutely wonderful. She was incredibly knowledgeable, warm, and engaging, and she shared the history and craftsmanship behind champagne in a way that was both fascinating and easy to understand. Her passion for the region and for champagne truly elevated the entire experience—she made the tour feel personal, relaxed, and special. The cellar visit and the tastings were excellent and thoughtfully presented. Nothing felt rushed or overly touristy; instead, it felt authentic, intimate, and very well curated. If you’re visiting Reims, this tour is a must-do. And if you’re lucky enough to have Angélique as your guide, you’re guaranteed an exceptional experience. Highly recommend!
Hello, Waouhhhh! Thank you so much fo such nice words . Reviews are my treasure , great thanks for that , Happy christmas to you , Sincerely yours, Angélique
A unique experience with Angelique. This was a fun, thoroughly informative day out. The champagne tastings were delicious and our lunch at Chez Max was excellent. If you only pick one tour, this is the one to go for.
Angelique was knowledgable and enthusiastic! She brought an irreverent humour to the day, and we warmed to her quickly. She arranged a fabulous lunch for us at Chez Max - lovely small menu, champagne and wine, and a super host. We ended up going to Mercier in the morning which, while fun, was somewhere we all had visited before - a shame. I recommend contacting her in advance to discuss the itinerary as the one on her website, we now know, is only indicative - she normally contact clients but she was “too busy” on this occasion. The afternoon visit to House Dauby was fabulous - a friendly smaller Champagne House and a family that Angelique knows very well. Overall we would recommend Angelique for those wanting a knowledgeable, fun champagne guide in this beautiful part of the world.
Fantastic champagne event. Angelica was a fabulous guide, very organized, well connected with the champagne halls and Resturants, and knowledgeable of the region. Great food at the restaurant and experiences at the halls. Angelica was engaged and kept the conversation going. She gave great Resturant and wine recommendations.
Merci Peg ! Your kind review makes me feel keep on going that way with my wine tour company . Thanks a lot , Angélique
What a wo derful day, Angelique made the day for us. We have been to Epernay many times, but this was first time we had a guided tour. It was just myself and my wife in the bus, and I would thoroughly recommend using Abgelique.
Thank you Anthony for such good review and good vibes! à bientot !
We did a private full day tour with Angelique. She has an amazing wealth of knowledge and energy. We appreciated going to the smaller champagne houses and having plenty of time to hear the stories of the families and taste the champagnes. The restaurant for lunch was outstanding. She also took us for a few other views and history. Angelique gave us some recommendations for the rest of our holiday. Outstanding day! Thank you Angelique!
Thank you so much ! your satisfaction is mine ! Your review is a tresor for me and keeps me moving forward, always stiving to please my visitors . Un grand merci, Best, Angélique
LOVE LOVE LOVE! This was such an amazing tour for my husband & me. Because it’s a slow time of year, we ended up being the only people on the tour. Angelique was a dream! There’s a reason she has all positive reviews! We toured Rue de Champagne, visited 2 wineries, had a lunch at Chez Max (one of the best meals we’ve had in France), toured the vineyards, & visited Dom Perignon’s grave. It was a beautiful day & I can’t recommend Angelique & this tour enough!
Thank you Jennifer for this very kind review ! It was my pleasure to welcome you at my Home ! Best, Angélique
Wonderful champagne tour with Angelique. Angelique is from Epernay and grew up in the area. Our tour included visits to the vineyards, a large corporate Champagnes house, a small family run champagne winery and lunch at a local French restaurant. Angelique was very knowledgeable and made us feel very comfortable. Highly recommended.
We had a wonderful time! Angelique was an expert and it was a good overview of the champagne region.
Had an amazing time with Angelique on our tour around Epernay. She was very friendly and knowledgeable. Lunch was brilliant in a proper "locals" restaurant. Plenty of champagne to taste throughout the day! 10/10 would recommend.
