Discover the Champagne region on a day trip from Paris. Visit prestigious Champagne houses, explore vineyards and enjoy tastings in Reims and Épernay.
Champagne Day Trip from Paris - Small Group
Summary Description
Highlights
- Visit the famous Champagne region
- Enjoy Champagne tastings at local producers
- Explore historic Reims and Épernay
- Discover the Champagne production process
- Walk along the Avenue de Champagne
- Full-day wine experience from Paris
Description
Escape Paris for a full-day journey into the world-famous Champagne region, where France’s most celebrated sparkling wine is produced. Travel through rolling vineyards to the historic cities of Reims and Épernay, at the heart of Champagne production.
During the day, visit renowned Champagne houses and discover the secrets behind the traditional method used to create this iconic wine. Explore underground cellars where millions of bottles are aged and enjoy guided tastings of different Champagne styles.
You will also have the opportunity to admire the impressive Reims Cathedral, where French kings were crowned, and stroll along the prestigious Avenue de Champagne in Épernay, home to some of the most famous Champagne producers. Combining history, culture and gastronomy, this excursion offers a refined and memorable experience from Paris.
Discover the Champagne Region
Located East of Paris, the Champagne region is internationally renowned for producing the world’s most famous sparkling wine. Its vineyards are classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, reflecting centuries of winemaking tradition.
The region is divided into several key areas, including the Montagne de Reims, the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Blancs.
Visit Reims
Your journey often begins in the historic city of Reims, known as the traditional coronation site of French kings.
Here you can admire the magnificent Reims Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece where many French monarchs were crowned.
Champagne Houses and Cellars
One of the highlights of the tour is visiting Champagne houses, where you will discover the production process known as the méthode champenoise.
Explore vast underground chalk cellars where bottles are aged for several years before reaching perfect maturity.
Champagne Tastings
Enjoy guided tastings of different Champagne styles, from fresh and fruity blends to more complex vintage cuvées.
Learn how to identify aromas, flavors and the characteristics that make Champagne unique.
Discover Épernay
Continue to Épernay, considered the capital of Champagne production.
Walk along the famous Avenue de Champagne, lined with prestigious houses and historic cellars.
A Refined Day Trip from Paris
Combining wine, history and scenic landscapes, this day trip offers one of the most enjoyable and sophisticated excursions from Paris.
Included / Excluded
- Transportation from Paris
- Visits to Champagne houses
- Champagne tastings
- Stops in Reims and/or Épernay
- Personal travel insurance and expenses
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Meals and drinks (lunch)
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Le Duplex, Avenue Foch, Paris, France
End Location: Le Duplex, Avenue Foch, Paris, France
Commentary
Guide : English
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Instant booking confirmation
- Tour duration approximately 10–12 hours
- Minimum drinking age applies (usually 18+)
- Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate
- In case minimum numbers are not reached we will reschedule or refund your tour
- Early departure from Paris required
- Please be ready 10 minutes before arrival time
- Cellars can be cool (bring a light jacket)
- Moët & Chandon could be replaced by Mercier or De Castellane winery
- Tour is operated in English
- Small group option, maximum 8 persons
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows are non-refundable.
Options and Pricing
| per person pricing | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 - 65 years) | €264.00 |
| Child (0 - 17 years) | €254.00 |
Points of interest
Terms and Conditions
All our terms & conditions can be found here: https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales
Additional Information
Champagne can only be produced in this region of France using strict production methods, which contribute to its global reputation.
Please note that we do not distribute water bottles anymore to limit our environmental impact. We strongly recommend that you bring a reusable bottle.
About operator:
Ophorus Tours is both a licensed Tour Operator, member of Atout France and ETOA, and a Transportation company with headquarters in Bordeaux. We operate since 2005 and conduct Walking Tours, Day Trips, Private Tours, Shore Excursions and multi-regional Tours throughout France.
Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world.
Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...
Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world.
Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...
Basic Information
- Duration: 11 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Max Group Size: 8
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
Operating hours
Apr 01, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
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