Family Estates Champagne Tour from Paris: 10 Tastings&Lunch

This full-day Champagne tour from Paris suits small groups seeking an intimate wine tasting experience in family-owned Champagne houses.

Highlights

• Visit family Champagne houses and cooperatives for an authentic experience
• Enjoy at least 10 Champagne tastings throughout the day
• Gourmet lunch paired with Champagne and local ratafia

Description

Experience Champagne’s wine heritage on a guided day trip from Paris with a maximum of 8 guests. Your expert wine guide introduces you to family-run estates where traditional winemaking persists beyond the major brands.

Your day starts with hotel pick-up in central Paris. While traveling in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan, enjoy a fresh croissant as your guide explains Champagne’s history, terroir, and production methods.

Begin the tour with a visit to a boutique family Champagne house or cooperative. Explore the cellars and learn about the production process, followed by your first tasting of rare cuvées.

Next, drive through the vineyards to a scenic viewpoint for a glass of Champagne while hearing about grape varieties, vine conditions, and cultivation techniques.

Lunch takes place at either a local restaurant or a winemaker’s table. Your meal is paired with Champagne and local ratafia when available, providing a genuine regional dining experience.

In the afternoon, visit a second artisan Champagne house or cooperative for another tasting and a deeper look at different winemaking methods.

The tour concludes with a return to Paris and drop-off at Hotel de Ville.

Includes

• At least 10 Champagne tastings throughout the day
• Visits to 3 family-owned wineries or cooperatives
• Traditional French lunch paired with Champagne
• Wine masterclass led by an expert guide (weather permitting)
• Services of an English-speaking wine expert guide
• Hotel pick-up in Paris
• Drop-off in central Paris (Hotel de Ville)
• Freshly baked French croissant and bottled water
• Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned minivan (max 8 people)

Excludes

• Optional tips
• Personal expenses

Important Information

• Please inform us of any dietary requirements when booking.
• This tour is unsuitable for wheelchair users; foldable wheelchair users with some mobility should contact us for assistance.
• Caves are cold and damp (around 10°C/45°F); bring warm clothing.
• Wineries visited may vary based on availability and preferences; special visits can be arranged but may affect pricing.
• The tour requires a minimum of 4 travelers; cancellations with full refund or alternatives will be offered if not met.
• Please notify us if joining the tour with others who booked separately to group you together.
• Spanish and French language tours depend on winery and guide availability.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, book early, dress for cellar conditions, and bring a valid ID for wine tastings.