A Champagne vineyard tour unveils the sparkling heart of France, where world-renowned vineyards and historic cellars create an unforgettable escape. This 2-day journey from Epernay to Reims immerses you in Champagne cellar tasting, Hautvillers visits, and the scenic Côte des Blancs. Explore the Marne Valley and enjoy an Epernay wine tour, perfect for American travelers seeking authentic French wine experiences. Savor 10 Champagnes across four cellar visits, staying in a charming vineyard guesthouse.
Why Choose a Champagne Vineyard Tour?
The Champagne region, famed for its effervescent wines, blends history, gastronomy, and stunning landscapes. A Champagne vineyard tour takes you through the prestigious Côte des Blancs and Marne Valley, visiting iconic Hautvillers, the cradle of Champagne. Enjoy Champagne cellar tasting at independent wineries and grand Champagne houses. This curated journey offers cultural immersion and gourmet dining, showcasing the region’s sparkling legacy.
What to Expect from Your Champagne Adventure
Your Champagne vineyard tour combines guided cellar visits with leisurely exploration. Taste 10 distinct Champagnes across four wineries, stroll Epernay’s Avenue de Champagne, and discover Hautvillers’ historic charm. Enjoy two regional lunches and a traditional dinner, each paired with local wines. Stay in a 3-star vineyard guesthouse with breakfast, guided by a detailed travel diary for a seamless experience.
Practical Information for Your Journey
- Start/End Points: Begins in Epernay, ends in Reims, accessible by train or car.
- Accommodations: 3-star guesthouse or hotel like Le Corrigot or Hotel de Champagne.
- Inclusions: 1 night in a double room with breakfast, 4 cellar visits with Champagne cellar tasting, 2 lunches, 1 dinner, Hautvillers visit with guide.
- What to Bring: Comfortable shoes, light jacket, camera for vineyard views.
- Optional Activities: Extend your trip with additional cellar tours; contact us for details.
- Best Time to Visit: Spring or fall for mild weather; summer for vibrant vineyards; winter for cozy tastings.
Best Time for a Champagne Vineyard Tour
Spring and fall offer ideal weather for exploring the Côte des Blancs and Marne Valley, with blooming vineyards and fewer crowds. Summer brings lush greenery and lively festivals, perfect for an Epernay wine tour. Winter offers intimate Champagne cellar tasting experiences, though some wineries may have limited hours. Book early for peak seasons to secure cellar visits and accommodations.
Your Champagne Vineyard Itinerary
Côte des Blancs and Hautvillers Charm
Your Champagne vineyard tour begins in Epernay, where you stroll the iconic Avenue de Champagne, lined with prestigious wine houses. Visit an independent winemaker’s cellar, savoring a curated Champagne cellar tasting that reveals the region’s craft. Enjoy a regional lunch with wine, then tour a grand Champagne house, sipping exquisite vintages. Explore Hautvillers, the cradle of Champagne, where Dom Pérignon perfected the art of bubbly, before dining at a traditional restaurant and retiring to Le Corrigot guesthouse.
Marne Valley Cellars and Farewell
After breakfast, venture into the Marne Valley for a Champagne cellar tasting at an independent winery, uncovering the nuances of local vintages. Savor a gourmet lunch paired with regional wines, then visit another renowned Champagne house, toasting to the region’s heritage. Reflect on your Epernay wine tour and Hautvillers visit as you depart from Reims, carrying memories of sparkling wines and vineyard vistas.
Cultural and Culinary Highlights
A Champagne vineyard tour blends wine, history, and gastronomy. Enjoy Champagne cellar tasting across four wineries, visit Hautvillers, and explore the Côte des Blancs’ rolling vineyards. Savor regional dishes in Epernay and Reims, paired with world-class Champagnes. Each stop celebrates the Marne Valley’s legacy, from artisanal winemaking to historic villages.
Inclusions for a Seamless Journey
Your Champagne vineyard tour includes 1 night in a 3-star guesthouse or hotel with breakfast, four cellar visits with Champagne cellar tasting, two regional lunches, and one traditional dinner. A Hautvillers visit with a guide and a detailed travel diary ensure effortless exploration. Optional extensions to nearby Reims attractions are available.
Book Your Champagne Vineyard Adventure
Ready to sip your way through Champagne? This Champagne vineyard tour offers cellar tastings, Hautvillers visits, and Epernay wine tours. Book now to explore the Côte des Blancs and Marne Valley in style. Contact our team to customize your journey and toast to unforgettable memories.
