Champagne Area Small Group Day Trip with 8 Tastings & Lunch from Paris

Your small-group tour begins with pickup from your central Paris hotel. Aboard an air-conditioned minivan, drive to the Champagne region. En route, enjoy pastries as your guide explains the difference between Champagne and sparkling wine, and details the region’s winemaking heritage.

The first stop is at one of France’s most prestigious Champagne houses—Moët & Chandon, Taittinger, or Veuve Clicquot (depending on availability). Take a behind-the-scenes look at the world-famous winery on a guided cellar tour and discover the secrets of the méthode champenoise. Sample renowned Champagnes as you learn all about bubbly from your guide. 

Continue through scenic vineyards to a family-run Champagne estate. Meet the winemaker, learn about the importance of terroir, and stroll around the vineyard filled with the different grapes used for Champagne making. Then feast on a gourmet lunch paired with fine Champagnes.

After lunch, visit the third winery of the day, where you taste some rare and exclusive Champagnes. 

Your tour ends in central Paris in the evening.

France’s famous bubbly comes from the Champagne wine region, a short drive from Paris. On this small-group tour, learn what separates Champagne from sparkling wine as you tour various wineries. Visit a prestigious Champagne house like Moët & Chandon, Taittinger, or Veuve Clicquot as well as smaller estates; enjoy a gourmet lunch; and sample a variety of fine Champagnes. Experience all this with a certified wine expert on-hand to teach you all about the winemaking process.

Cancellation Policy: standard

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Schedule and wineries visited are subject to minor changes depending on the season and on supplier availability
Not wheelchair accessible; there are a lot of stairs to access the underground galleries
Caves and wine cellars are usually cold and damp (45°F / 10°C); do not forget to bring warm clothes with you
Private tours (including for bigger groups) are possible upon request; please specify at the time of the booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers