Food and Champagne Experience from Reims (Private full day tour)

5.0(3)8 hFree cancellationBy Aÿ-Champagne Experience

About this activity

Playful workshop to discover the different aromas of Champagne and its 3 emblematic grape varieties : Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay.

15 commented tastings (9 Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru plus the famous wines, alcohols and aperitives of the region) in gastronomic pairings with local dishes and products are planned in order to discover the gourmet secrets of the Champagne region.

During the visit of 4 authentic Champagne places selected for you, more than 15 flavors will awaken your taste buds !

Discover the famous Grand Cru and Premier Cru villages and vineyards around Epernay in the historic hillsides of the Marne Valley listed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO and the Côte des Blancs.

Visits to 3 families of independent Champagne winegrowers/producers with explanation of the Champagne making process.

Commented passage in the famous "Avenue de Champagne" of Epernay, called “the most expensive Avenue in the world” with its 200 million bottles in the cellars.

What's included

✓Pick up and drop off is in Reims or in the perimeter of 6kms (3.7 miles) around Reims
✓15 commented tastings: 9 Champagnes Grand Cru/1st Cru plus famous local wine, alcohols and aperitifs
✓Private visits, workshops, experiences, tastings and food/Champagne pairing included
✓Discovery of several Ratafias, Fine de la Marne, Marc de Champagne and Coteaux-Champenois
✓Private transportation
✓Passionate local private guide/chauffeur
✓Visits to 3 family estates of Champagne Grand Cru and Premier Cru producers

Meeting and pickup

In front of the Reims Champagne Ardenne TGV train station (6 kms from the Reims city center in Bezannes)
In front of the Reims city 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.
In front of the Reims Tourist Office ( city center, in front of Cathedral of Reims)

Good to know

Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Public transportation options are available nearby

Cancellation policy

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

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