Unesco Champagne Experience from Epernay (Private full day tour)
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Discovery of the most famous UNESCO Sites in Champagne : Notre Dame Cathedral in Reims, Avenue de Champagne in Epernay and the villages and vineyards of the Marne Valley with its historic hillsides listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site where Champagne was born. In Hautvillers, village called the “Cradle of Champagne”, guided tour of the Church of Dom Pérignon and the vineyard. Discovery of the famous village and Grand Cru vineyard of Aÿ-Champagne. Pause at the most beautiful viewpoints of Champagne and gain more understanding of vineyard management. Visit the production site of a family of independent producer/grower followed by commented tastings of a selection of 3 Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru as well as the essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs during additional tastings. Commented passage through the "Avenue de Champagne" in Epernay, called "the most expensive Avenue in the World" with its 200 million bottles in the cellars. Convivial Champagne lunch (a bottle for 2).7 hours to 8 hours
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Availability and Prices
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Travelers
Adult : 2
Inclusions & Exclusions
Transportation amenities : Private transportation. Private transportation
Lunch (with a bottle of champagne for 2 persons)
Additional tastings of the 3 essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs (Ratafia, Fine, Marc)
Visit and tastings of 3 Champagne Grand Cru/Premier Cru
Pick up in the perimeter of 6kms (3.7 miles) around Epernay
Private guide/chauffeur
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Locations in the itinerary
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Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Reims
3, rue Guillaume de Machault, Reims, France, 51100Discover one of the most famous Unesco Site in Champagne : The Reims Cathedral, site of the coronation of the kings of France who is the essential first step of your stay in Champagne.
Before giving you the opportunity to explore its interior, your guide will explain the Cathedral’s history and mysteries.
To join it, we will pass by the "Colline Saint-Nicaise", occupied by famous Champagne Houses (Ruinart, Veuve Clicquot, Pommery...) which have exploited the chalk pits there since the end of the 18th century, also inscribed on the World Heritage List.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location2
Abbaye Saint-Pierre d'Hautvillers
Rue de L'Eglise, Hautvillers, France, 51160In Hautvillers, village called the “Cradle of Champagne”, enjoy a private tour of the Church where the grave of Dom Pérignon, known as the spiritual father of Champagne, is.
We will tell you his story and you will finally know whether or not he is the inventor of Champagne !45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Hautvillers
Hautvillers, FranceIn Hautvillers, we will also stop in the historical hillsides of Champagne listed as Word Heritage Site by Unesco to enjoy the most magnificent panorama of Champagne overlooking the Marne Valley, the place where Dom Pérignon carried out his experiments in winemaking.
It is the ideal place in the heart of the vineyards to take unforgettable photos of you and this breathtaking landscape.
We will visit a family of independent producer/grower and we will explain the Champagne production process to you discovering their press, winery and cellar.*
You will taste there 3 different Champagnes during a commented tasting.
*depending on the season and availability, this visit/tastings may take place in a village of the "Côte des Blancs" or in Aÿ-Champagne.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location4
Ay-Champagne
Ay-Champagne, FranceYou will discover also the famous village of Aÿ-Champagne, its hillsides listed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO and famous Grand Cru vineyards.
Do you know that the village of Aÿ-Champagne was the main center of the Champagne industry in the 16th century and still has a very special place ?
The kings of France had their own presses there and the wines of Champagne were formerly called "Wines of Aÿ".
You will discover a part of this historic village and its famous vineyard mainly planted with Pinot noir where we will tell you about the work of the vines, the grape varieties, this exceptional Terroir, sustainable viticulture...
We will also stop in front of the headquarters of famous Champagne Houses of Aÿ such as Bollinger, Deutz, Ayala..
During the day, in addition to the Champagnes, taste the 3 essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs : Ratafia, Fine de la Marne and Marc de Champagne from the Goyard Distillery which is the oldest in Champagne.1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location5
Ay-Champagne
Ay-Champagne, FranceFor lunch, we have selected for you Champagne and dining bars appreciated by the locals in order to share this convivial moment*.
On the menu, to accompany your glasses of Champagne (a bottle for 2 persons) for example : gourmet platters of charcuterie and cheese with bread and salad, ready-made farm meals, pâtés, regional biscuits and coffee.
When booking your tour, please inform us if you have food allergies or have any dietary requirements.
*Depending on the day of the tour, the lunch location may vary.1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMareuil-sur-Ay(Pass By)
Mareuil-sur-Ay, FranceWe will also pass through the Premier Cru village of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ in the Marne Valley with its historic hillsides listed as well as World Heritage Site by Unesco and mainly planted with Pinot Noir. This is the village where more confidential Champagne Houses are located : Champagne Billecart-Salmon and Philipponnat.View LocationAvenue de Champagne(Pass By)
Avenue de Champagne, Epernay, France, 51200Another must-see Champagne UNESCO World Heritage Site that we will cross is the "Avenue de Champagne" in Epernay, the Capital of the Champagne vineyard.
It is considered "the most expensive Avenue in the world" with its prestigious Champagne houses, its mansions and its 100 kilometers of cellars which hide 200 million bottles.
A commented passage is planned to explain the history of its superb mansions and production buildings belonging for centuries to the Champagne Houses like Moët & Chandon, Perrier Jouët, Pol Roger, etc. View LocationMeeting and Pickup
Starting point
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In front of the train station (near city center).View Location
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In front of the Epernay Tourist Office (near city center and Champagne Moët & Chandon).View Location
End point
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In front of the train station (near city center).View Location
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In front of the Epernay Tourist Office (near city center and Champagne Moët & Chandon).View Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Viator gives you a list of pick ups, please check that your place is in the perimeter of 6kms (3.7 miles) around Epernay. If it is not, we will not be able to pick you up at this place. In case of any doubt, you can contact us before to book. If you are a small private group of more than 3 people, in rainy weather or according to the season, the vehicle will not be the electric E-Mehari red Jeep car but a Premium Mini-Van or Mercedes Van. The electric E-Mehari will be open or not depending on the weather of the day. It is a crossover, if you have difficulty getting into slightly raised vehicles contact us.
- Travelers will be picked up 5 minutes before departure time
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Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- French
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketENGLISH Contacts to join in case of problems via call or WhatsApp : - Office number : +33 6 11 67 69 32 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) - Isabelle : +33 6 20 33 21 44 FRANCAIS Contacts à joindre en cas de problème : - Bureau : +33 6 11 67 69 32 (du lundi au vendred, 9h à 17h) - Isabelle : +33 6 20 33 21 44Cancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Paris time to receive 100% refund.
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