The Must-sees 3h30 from Epernay (Private Tour)
The Must-sees 3h30 from Epernay (Private Tour)
Discovery of all the well-known villages and vineyards close to Epernay in the historical hillsides of Champagne listed by UNESCO as World Heritage Sites and predominantly planted with Pinot Noir. Visit the historic village of Hautvillers “Cradle of Champagne”, the church of Dom Pérignon and the vineyard.Discovery of the famous Grand Cru village and vineyard of Aÿ-Champagne as well as Mutigny and Mareuil-sur-Aÿ.Visit a family of independent producer/grower followed by tastings of Premier cru Champagnes, as well as famous Champagne spirits.Pause at some of the most beautiful viewpoints of Champagne in the heart of the vineyards with explanations of viticulture management.
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Your Itinerary
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Ay-Champagne
You will taste the 3 famous Champagne spirits from the Goyard Distillery in Aÿ, which is the oldest Champagne Distillery founded in 1911 : Ratafia of Champagne, Fine of Marne, Marc of Champagne.
1 hourMareuil-sur-Ay
We will stop in the heart of the vineyards to admire one of the most beautiful views of Champagne from the "Site du Mont du Gruguet" viewpoint. You will discover an exceptional panorama from where you will see both the famous "Côte des Blancs", kingdom of Chardonnay Grand cru and the villages and vineyards of the "Vallée la Marne" on the historic hillsides of Champagne, where Champagne was born .
30 minutesMutigny
A charming early 16th century church overlooks the vines.
Hautvillers
*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 minutesAbbaye Saint-Pierre d'Hautvillers
I will tell you his story and you will finally know whether or not he is the inventor of Champagne !
30 minutesAvenue de Champagne
We will cross this Avenue for a good kilometer to explain the history of its superb mansions and production buildings belonging for centuries to the Champagne Houses Moët and Chandon, Perrier Jouët, Pol Roger to name a few.
Included
- Visits and tasting included : Min. 3 Champagnes & 3 local spirits
- Private passionate Guide/chauffeur
- Private transportation
Good to Know
- Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.