Top Things to do in Champagne-Ardenne
Top Hotels in Champagne-Ardenne
- 1. Best Western Premier Hotel de la Paix
- 2. Best Western Premier Hotel de la Poste & Spa
- 3. Akena City Reims Bezannes
- 4. La Caserne Chanzy Hotel & Spa
- 5. Hotel Le Val Moret
- 6. Campanile Reims Centre - Cathedrale
- 7. Premiere Classe Reims Nord - Betheny Hotel
- 8. Chateau d'Etoges - Hotel
- 9. Novotel Reims Tinqueux
- 10. Golden Tulip Troyes
What to do and see in Champagne-Ardenne, Grand Est: The Best Historical & Heritage Tours
Dom Perignon, Cristal, Veuve Clicquot... The very names evoke images of decadence and luxury, from star-studded parties in sunny destinations to candlelit evenings in 5-star surrounds. Champagne-Ardenne breaks out the bubbly by the millions of cases every year, drawing thirsty travelers the world over to taste its unparalleled sparkling wines and explore the chalky caves in which the Champagne matures. The surrounding countryside is rife with deep forests, rolling limestone and bright waterways.
Restaurants in Champagne-Ardenne
1. Veuve Clicquot Tour From Paris
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Take a one day trip from Paris to see the city of Reims, the historic cellars at Veuve Clicquot and family champagne winery. Lunch and three champagne tastings included. Tour includes 1st or 2nd Class rail tickets from Paris to Reims. Total tour day, including rail travel time, lasts approximately 11 hours.
Inclusions: Rail to and from Paris to Paris, Lunch, Three different champagne tastings, Pick-up and drop-off in Reims
Exclusions: Local transfers to and from your hotel/apartment in Paris, Gratuities
Reviewed By TravelFunForAll
My father and I had a fantastic tour of the D-Day Beaches, Sainte-Mere-Eglise and Bayeux in October. Our tour guide was Sabrina, and she tailored the day to meet our interests - including taking us by the statue of Dick Winters and Brecort Manor. We even managed to squeeze in a tour of the Bayeux tapestries at the end of the day, which was followed by a recommendation for dinner at the best restaurant in Bayeux before our train ride back to Paris - Le Moulin de Galette. It was a quaint restaurant near an old watermill that served delicious crepes. The tour was the highlight of our time in France. The tour also felt very safe from a COVID perspective - there was hardly anyone at the sites, the guide wore a mask, kept social distance and regularly offered hand sanitizer; there was also a divider in the van between the guide and the two of us.
2. Champagne half-day tour
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5.0 based on 8 reviews
We will drive on the touristic road of the champagne area. You will enjoy views, discover the vineyards, landscapes of the area which are listed as UNESCO world heritage and go on with a champagne cellar visit and tasting. The vineyards are planted on the hillside of the mountain of Reims. At each stop, I will give you informations through funny stories and explain you why the place is unique but the Champagne too : the grappe varieties, the plants growing, the harvest and the most important the tasting ! My friend winemaker will welcome us at his place and we will visit his family exploitation. He will explain you his daily work and show you the different steps of production of champagne : from the press to the cellar going through the tanks room where the juices are stock waiting for the bottleling. We will save a lot of time for the tasting which is the most important. I also orgonise more complete tours in an all day with lunch and visits.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Several Champagne tastings, champagne Cellar visit
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Reviewed By Tessa G
We went september 2020 to the area of Champagne. It was an INCREDIBLE journey to never forget! #makememories Stéphane was our private tourguide for 3 days. He’s a very nice guy and could tell us everything about the area and about the process of making champagne. He also knows very good local restaurants. Stéphane arranged a perfect planning based on our wishes. That’s exactly why i loved him as our tourguide. I definitly recommend to book a tour at ‘tours in champagne’!
3. Champagne Daytrip to Veuve Clicquot and Family Winery including Lunch from Reims
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5.0 based on 66 reviews
Have a full Champagne experience from Reims ! Start the day with a City Tour in Reims and drive by the Historical Cathedral. Visit the UNESCO listed cellars of Veuve Clicquot, one of the most famous Champagne in the world. Discover the best landscapes and the Champagne vineyards and enjoy an authentic lunch in a restored Champagne House. Improve your wine skills thanks to our blind taste workshops. Visit a charming family run boutique winery and taste great Champagne values ! Taste 10 of the Best wines/Champagnes of the region and became an expert!
Inclusions: Beverages, Light refreshments, Lunch, Local guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Reviewed By snise96
10/10! Definitely recommend doing the virtual tasting tour with Tom, who did a wonderful job creating an immersive experience online. He is highly knowledgable and passionate when it comes to all things champagne and not to mention, he's easy on the eyes. Can't wait to do a tour with A la Francaise again in the future :)
4. Champagne UNESCO Tour
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
We will drive on the touristic road of the champagne area. You will enjoy views, discover the vineyards and landscapes of the area which are listed as UNESCO world heritage. The vineyards are planted on the hillside of the mountain of Reims. We will have a stop at the special lighthouse which is in front of the Champagne plain and at a 200 yo windmill in the middle of the vineyards. At each stop, I will give you informations through funny stories and explain you why the place is unique but the Champagne too : the grappe varieties, the plants growing, the harvest and the most important the tasting ! We will do a stop to the Verzy trees called "Faux" which are special twisted trees uniq in the word. And we will finish with a tasting of Champagne in the middle of the mountain of Reims and the vineyards. I also organise more complete tours in an all day with lunch and visits.
Inclusions: Champagne tasting in the middle of the vineyards !
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Reviewed By Tessa G
We went september 2020 to the area of Champagne. It was an INCREDIBLE journey to never forget! #makememories Stéphane was our private tourguide for 3 days. He’s a very nice guy and could tell us everything about the area and about the process of making champagne. He also knows very good local restaurants. Stéphane arranged a perfect planning based on our wishes. That’s exactly why i loved him as our tourguide. I definitly recommend to book a tour at ‘tours in champagne’!
5. Visit Champagne area, meet local producers and artisans, start from Paris, lunch included
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
-Guided tour of a renowned Champagne cellar (Mercier or Moët & Chandon or Veuve Clicquot or Pommery or others) - Meet a winemaker and visit his artisan cellar -Enjoy Champagne tasting -Visit a local market and meet local producers (availabilities depending on the day of the week) -All inclusive tour (Pickup and drop off at your hotel, transportation, lunch, entrances) -Visit the village of Dom Perignon, its vineyards and seventh century abbey. -Discover Reims with its 13th century cathedral -Opportunity to do some shopping
Inclusions: Viennoiseries, Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Mix of local products, Bottled water, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By HelaSarah
Attention to detail is the least I can say about Clément our travel planner and guide. I run a company specialized in tourism, so believe me when I say, I am a critic. The van was impeccably clean, sanitized prior to our departure from the Paris Montparnasse train station and throughout our transportation to different destinations. A little footstool prepared and I did not even have time to open the door, as our host did it before me. Clément played the French classics on our way to Normandy and the lyrics of Edith Piaf, Aznavour and Brel were in the seat pocket to sing along! As for the itinerary, our priority was to meet local producers and 'the' expert on WW2 D-Day history as well as Monet's Garden at Giverny. From cider houses, to farm producers who make cheese out of raw milk as well as calvados, the main spirit to go with camembert cheese! The choice of hotel was perfect in Bayeux, a charming town untouched by the bombings of the war. There we spent 3 nights where we could stroll to the morning market and visit the cathedral with it's intriguing crypt. We met a hat maker, lace and embroidery artisans all forgotten hand-made crafts revived by locals in Bayeux! A sensory experience was passing by Giverny. We were lucky as we were practically the only ones there, advantages of the pandemic. An autumn portrait where the sun was low and soft at dusk. Words cannot express the emotions brought by the colors and romantic solitude which must inspired Monet. Next trip with Clément will be Honfleur and Mont Saint-Michel. I can't wait!
6. Ruinart champagne special tour
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
You will be pick up directly at your place in Reims or Epernay. Visit the well-known cellars of Ruinart. Enjoy a tasting of 2 different Ruinart champagnes in the tasting room. Go shopping in the branding Ruinart shop. Enjoy a drive in the UNESCO classified landscapes and vineyards of Champagne.
Inclusions: Transportation from your place, Dom Perignon champagne tasting - 2 glasses/pers, All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By Tessa G
We went september 2020 to the area of Champagne. It was an INCREDIBLE journey to never forget! #makememories Stéphane was our private tourguide for 3 days. He’s a very nice guy and could tell us everything about the area and about the process of making champagne. He also knows very good local restaurants. Stéphane arranged a perfect planning based on our wishes. That’s exactly why i loved him as our tourguide. I definitly recommend to book a tour at ‘tours in champagne’!
7. Unesco Experience from Epernay
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Enjoy an unforgettable day in private with your local guide in the most beautiful sites and landscapes of Champagne classified as UNESCO World Heritage from Reims to Epernay, stopping in the most famous villages and vineyards of Champagne ! - Reims, City of Kings and its Cathedral - Epernay, Capital of Champagne ans its famous Avenue de Champagne - Lunch in an renowned village (1 bottle for 2 + Ratafia, Marc of Champagne & Fine of Marne) - Sabering Experience (opening a bootle of Champagne like Napoleon) Historical hillsides of Champagne classified Unesco World Heritage Site : Ay Grand cru and Hautvillers «cradle of Champagne» - Meeting with a local producer : champagne making process, winery, cellar then tasting - Private guided tour of the Dom Perignon abbey church in Hautvillers
Inclusions: During the day : Champagne Tastings with the producer + 1 bottle of Champagne of Ay for 2 pp. during your lunch /sabering experience + 3 local spirits : Ratafia, Marc of Champagne and Fine of Marne, Bottled water, Lunch, Private transportation
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Reviewed By BelleDeCologne
Isabelle gave us a wonderful overview of the Champagne region around Ay and Hautvilliers. We did the half-day 3 hour tour. I learned a lot of interesting things which would be difficult to find out ourselves. As she is a very nice and cheerful person, it was also really fun. We did the tour in Corona times but everything went fine and we felt save. I absolutely recommend the tour if you want to explore the Champange region.
8. The Must-sees from Epernay
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Do you know that my village of Aÿ - which is only 5 minutes from Epernay and 35 minutes from Reims - was the main center of the Champagne industry and still has a very special place ? The kings of France had their own presses there from the 16th century and the wines of Champagne were formerly called " Wines of Aÿ ". Its historic hillsides are now classified as World Heritage by Unesco and the vineyard is classified at the highest in the appellation : Grand cru. We will meet a family of producer/grower who will open the doors of their cellar and winery to discover the champagne making process and their specificities, which will be followed by a tasting of course ! Do you know who Dom Pérignon really is ? you will be surprised by the real story ... I will show you in the vineyards where all his experiments took place and where the first Champagne cellars he dug is located .... we will go then thank him in the church where he officiated and where he is now rest forever !
Inclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Private transportation
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Reviewed By BelleDeCologne
Isabelle gave us a wonderful overview of the Champagne region around Ay and Hautvilliers. We did the half-day 3 hour tour. I learned a lot of interesting things which would be difficult to find out ourselves. As she is a very nice and cheerful person, it was also really fun. We did the tour in Corona times but everything went fine and we felt save. I absolutely recommend the tour if you want to explore the Champange region.
9. The Connoisseurs from Epernay
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
Cross the famous Avenue de Champagne of Epernay called the most expensive Avenue in the World with its 200 million bottles in cellars, wander through the villages classified at the highest of the Champagne appellation and in front of exceptional sites such as Chateau de Saran, the ultra private property where LVMH receives its biggest customers and VIPs ... Visit families of producers and taste many 100% Grand cru Champagnes (min.6) : natural champagne with no dosage, old vines, vintages, aged in oak barrels... And that without forgetting to thank Dom Pérignon in the church of the renowned village of Hautvillers called the "Champagne cradle" where he rests. We will not fail to stop on the hillsides classified as World Heritage by Unesco, in one of the most beautiful panoramic views, and where Dom Pérignon has carried out his experiments, to taste other famous drinks such as Ratafia, Fine of Marne and Marc of Champagne... Believe me, you will be an expert in Champagne after this tour !
Inclusions: Tasting of 6 Grand cru Champagnes + 3 famous spirits of Champagne (Ratafia, Marc of Champagne and Fine of Marne), Private transportation
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Reviewed By BelleDeCologne
Isabelle gave us a wonderful overview of the Champagne region around Ay and Hautvilliers. We did the half-day 3 hour tour. I learned a lot of interesting things which would be difficult to find out ourselves. As she is a very nice and cheerful person, it was also really fun. We did the tour in Corona times but everything went fine and we felt save. I absolutely recommend the tour if you want to explore the Champange region.
10. Private, Full-Day Champagne Tour from Reims
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4.8 based on 8 reviews
Enjoy this 8-hour private tour of Champagne with just your group limited to 8 travelers. Visit the world's famous Veuve Clicquot, see Dom Perignon's tomb, and take a tour of the Reims Cathedral. This tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a driver/guide, entrance fees, and a champagne tasting.
Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional private driver/guide, Hotel/rail pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Alcoholic Beverages
Exclusions: Lunch (Champagne tasting lunch available for 94€ per person), Drinks unless specified, Personal expenses
Reviewed By D2341YEneild
Delphine was an awesome tour guide. She met us at the arranged point at the train station. We went to Pommery as Veuve was closed but there was no disappointment . Delphine’s English was excellent. She’s a local with a wealth of knowledge about Reims, it’s rich history, plus she knows all things champagne from vine to glass. Not only did we learn about everything about champagne and it’s history but also learned over a magnificent lunch the many things about champagne from the nose, glasses, pairings and how tastes can change with food. Rather than drop us back at the meeting point after the tour finished, Delphine went the extra again and delivered us back to our accomodation. There’s so much more to tell and all of it great. If you’re considering a champagne tour with the lot, Delphine is your tour guide. Neil & Karen, Australia
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