Short day family grower tour and lunch from Epernay
Do this because
- Discover Champagne Avenue in Epernay and the picturesque village of Hautvillers
- Learn Champagne tasting tips in a special degustation class
- Taste regional specialties and Champagne over lunch at a typical Champagne House
- Visit a family-run boutique winery and enjoy a tasting session
What to expect
Enjoy a sparkling experience, discover the scenic vineyards and learn about Champagne making in this short day tour which leaves from the heart of the Champagne region, Epernay.
Upon meeting your friendly guide at 12.00am, you will start your tour with a drive through Champagne Avenue where some of the most prestigious estates are based. You will have a moment to enjoy the vineyards and their breathtaking views, and you will learn about the particularities of this area's “terroir”.
From there you will head to the village of Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne, for a bit of exploration. Here you will be able to visit the church where the famous monk Dom Pérignon is buried.
Be welcomed in Mareuil-sur-Ay at a typical Champagne House, Le Clos Corbier. Take part in a fun workshop on Champagne and become an expert taster in this famous sparkling wine !
Lunch will be a complete immersion into the french lifestyle and will consist of traditional homemade regional specialties paired with a variety of Champagnes. More Champagne tasting awaits in the afternoon as you get to visit an authentic and charming family-run estate, before your guide drops you off back to Epernay at around 5.15pm.
Important to know
- This is a small group tour with a maximum of 8 participants
- Minimum age for participants: 10 years
- All children must be accompanied by an adult
- Don't forget to bring a jacket as the average temperature in a cellar is 10°C
- If you are coming from Paris for the day, you are advised to book your train in advance to ensure availability
- A minimum of two participants is required for the tour; if only one person is booked, the supplier will contact the customer (phone or email) to reschedule or refund the total amount
What’s included
English-speaking expert guide
Visit of a family-run boutique winery
Champagne workshop
Lunch
Transport in minivan
Wine tasting
What’s not included
Gratuities (optional)
Personal expenses
Hotel pick-up / drop-off
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
bonjour.champagne@alafrancaise.fr
Need a hand?
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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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