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Champagne Tour from Paris: Tastings & Cellar Visit
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Overview
The Champagne Tasting Tour Day Trip from Paris offers a delightful exploration into the world of Champagne. This full-day tour, designed for wine enthusiasts and curious travelers alike, provides a personalized experience tailored to individual appreciation levels. Participants can expect an unforgettable journey through the Champagne region, filled with history, culture, and, of course, exquisite tastings.
The adventure begins with convenient pick-up and drop-off in central Paris at Starbucks Odeon before embarking on a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Key stops include the magnificent Reims Cathedral, a historical landmark of French royalty, and Hautvillers, the resting place of Dom Pérignon, where visitors can delve into the legacy of this iconic figure. The tour includes visits to both small, independent Champagne producers in Épernay and larger, more established Champagne houses, providing a comprehensive understanding of the Champagne-making process. A leisurely stroll down the Avenue de Champagne in Épernay offers further insight into the region's prestige, with a stop for lunch.
This experience includes cellar tours, tastings of various Champagnes, and transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle. Please note that lunch and gratuities are not included. This small-group tour ensures a personalized experience with an expert guide. It's a chance to learn about the intricate processes of Champagne production and create lasting memories in one of France's most celebrated regions, before returning to Paris (Notre Dame). 
Highlights
Taste Real Champagne: Visit different Champagne makers and try their bubbly drinks.
See Famous Places: Go to the Reims Cathedral and where Dom Pérignon is buried.
Small Group Fun: Travel with a small group for a personal experience.
Easy Trip from Paris: Get picked up and dropped off right in the city.
Sentiment Analysis
Customers generally enjoyed the tour for its knowledgeable guides, intimate setting, and comprehensive look into champagne production, but some found the included lunch costly and desired more time at each location.
Customers loved learning about champagne from experts.
Visitors enjoyed the small, personal tours.
Many people really liked visiting the champagne cellars.
Travelers appreciated the comfortable ride and pickup in Paris.
Some visitors thought lunch was too expensive.
A few people wished they had more time at each stop.
The Journey
Starbucks Odeon (Departure Point)
Begin your Champagne adventure at Starbucks Odeon in Paris. Enjoy a morning café and croissant, a perfect prelude to the day's journey into the heart of France's celebrated Champagne region. It serves as a convenient and accessible meeting point before immersing yourself in vineyards and cellars.
Reims Cathedral
Discover Reims Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture and a pivotal site in French history. For centuries, it served as the coronation church for French kings, starting with Clovis. Marvel at its stunning stained glass, including modern interpretations by Marc Chagall and Imi Knoebel, blending tradition with contemporary art. A quick tour will reveal the stories embedded within its walls.
Hautvillers & Dom Pérignon's Legacy
Visit Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne, where Dom Pierre Pérignon perfected the méthode champenoise. Explore the church and learn about Pérignon's lasting influence on Champagne production. A guided tour unveils the secrets behind this iconic beverage. Conclude with a picturesque drive through the village, followed by a picnic amidst stunning views, complete with Champagne for a celebratory toast.
Small Champagne Producer (Épernay)
Experience an intimate tour at a small Champagne producer in Épernay. Often cited as a highlight, this visit provides an in-depth look into the Champagne-making process. Learn about the craft, witness the passion, and indulge in generous tastings. Purchase bottles to take home or enjoy cold with lunch, creating a memorable sensory experience.
Avenue de Champagne & Lunch (Épernay)
Drive along the opulent Avenue de Champagne, known as the 'richest avenue in the world,' in Épernay. This location offers diverse lunch options, with recommendations provided to guide you. Weather permitting, a picnic on the fabulous viewpoint at Hautvillers is a great option. A local bakery will provide the food and you will have access to tablecloths, glasses and everything needed for this picturesque lunch.
Champagne House Visit (Épernay/Reims)
Conclude your day with a visit to a mid-sized or large Champagne house, such as Mercier, Boizel, Moët & Chandon, Charles Mignon, or Nicolas Feuillatte. Alternatively, explore smaller producers with exceptional Champagnes. For early birds, consider a morning tour of Veuve Clicquot, Pommery, Lanson, Taittinger, or Mumm in Reims, if booked well in advance.
Return to Paris (Notre Dame)
Journey back to Paris, with a drop-off option at or before Notre Dame Cathedral. The return route via Rive Droite from Pont d'Austerlitz offers scenic views of the city. Be mindful of potential traffic congestion around EuroDisney, ensuring a smooth end to your Champagne excursion.
Know Before You Go
This Champagne Tasting Tour Day Trip includes pick up and drop off in central Paris, visits to Champagne cellars, tastings at small grower Champagne producers and one mid-to-big producer (determined on availability), and transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle, as well as alcoholic beverages. Lunch and gratuities are not included.
Hot Tip
Many reviewers recommend bringing extra money for buying bottles of champagne directly from the producers, as the prices are often better than in Paris. Also, consider wearing comfortable shoes, as there can be some walking involved during the cellar tours and vineyard visits.
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