The Must-sees 3h30 from Epernay (Private Half day Champagne Tour)
Near Epernay, Capital of the Champagne vineyard, discover the most famous Grand Cru/Premier Cru vineyards and villages of the historic hillsides of Champagne listed as World Heritage Site by Unesco in the Marne Valley, predominantly planted with Pinot Noir.
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.
Visit the production site of a family of independent producer/grower followed by a commented tasting of a selection of 3 Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru, as well as the essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs during additional tastings.
Pause at the most beautiful viewpoints of Champagne in the heart of the vineyards and gain more understanding of vineyard management.
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The Must-sees (afternoon tour)
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What's included in The Must-sees 3h30 from Epernay (Private Half day Champagne Tour)
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Avenue de ChampagnePass-by Only
Discover the famous "Avenue de Champagne" a must-see Champagne UNESCO World Heritage Site in Epernay, the Capital of the Champagne vineyard. This Avenue is considered as "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 in Avenue de Champagne 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.
Abbaye Saint-Pierre d'Hautvillers
In 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 !
Hautvillers
In 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 give you explanations on the Champagne making process, visit to the press, winery and cellar. You will taste there, during a commented tasting, 3 different Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru*. *depending on the season and availability, this visit/tastings may take place in a village of the "Côte des Blancs" or in Aÿ-Champagne.
Inclusions
- Private transportation
- Visits and tastings of 3 Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru
- Additional tastings of the 3 essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs (Ratafia, Fine, Marc)
- Private passionate Guide/chauffeur
- Pick up in the perimeter of 6kms (3.7 miles) around Epernay
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 5 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
Viator gives you a list of pick ups, please check that your place is in the perimeter of 6kms (3.7 miles) around Epernay (Reims is a 40-minute drive away and not within this radius. You'll need to come and join us by taxi, car, or train in 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. Depending on the weather/season and the number of people in your group, we will choose the most suitable vehicle from our fleet of different cars : Electric E-Mehari Jeep car, Premium Van and Minivans. Our Electric red E-Meharis are crossovers, if you have difficulty getting into slightly raised vehicles tell us.
Meeting / End Points
- In front of Epernay train station (near city center).
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ENGLISH If you have any problems, please always contact the guide on the number we have given you by message. If you wish to contact him/her on the day of your visit, please use Whatsapp. Please note that the number on this voucher is not that of the guide, but that of the company manager : - Isabelle (owner of the tour company) : +33 6 20 33 21 44 - Office number : +33 6 11 67 69 32 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm) FRANCAIS En cas de problème, merci de toujours joindre le numéro du guide que nous vous avons communiqué. Si vous souhaitez le/la contacter le jour de votre visite, merci d'utiliser de préférence Whatsapp. Attention, le numéro sur ce voucher n'est pas celui du guide, mais celui de la gérante de l'entreprise: - Isabelle (gérante) : +33 6 20 33 21 44 - Téléphone Bureau : +33 6 11 67 69 32 (Lundi au samedi, de 9h à 17h)
