Spend a private day across Champagne’s Grand Cru and Premier Cru villages from Reims — cellar visits, six expert tastings, a convivial lunch and panoramic vineyard viewpoints. Learn terroir, technique and tasting etiquette from a local guide.
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Morning light skims the chalky slopes as your private vehicle slips out of Reims and into a landscape that has been working the soil for centuries. Vine rows stand in tidy ranks; wind teases the leaves and the Marne River below dares you to look down the valley. By midday you’re on a hill above Hautvillers, where the Church of Dom Pérignon anchors a village that still smells faintly of oak and ferment.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
7–8 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; you should be comfortable sitting for several hours and doing short walks and stairs in cellars.
Wildlife
History
Aÿ and Hautvillers were central to Champagne’s development; Dom Pérignon worked and is buried in Hautvillers, and Aÿ was a royal press center in the 16th century.
Conservation
Many growers here practice sustainable or organic viticulture to preserve chalk soils and biodiversity; visitors are encouraged to follow low-impact behavior and avoid trampling vines.
Reserve your spot on the Gold Champagne Experience from Reims (Private Full day tour) today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book pickup details in advance
Confirm your exact pickup point within the 6 km Reims perimeter to avoid delays and make the most of your private day.
Pace your tastings
Sip and savor—ask for smaller pours if you’re sampling multiple cuvées to stay alert for the full day.
Wear sturdy shoes
Cellar floors are often damp and uneven; closed-toe, grippy shoes make cellar visits safer and more comfortable.
Notify dietary restrictions early
Lunch venues vary—tell the operator about allergies or preferences when booking to ensure suitable options.
Comfortable closed-toe shoes
Protects feet on uneven, sometimes damp cellar floors and makes short vineyard walks easier.
Light insulating layer
Chalky slopes and early-morning starts can be cool; layers let you adapt through the day.
spring
Sunscreen and sunglasses
Exposed vineyard stops and midday light make sun protection important in summer months.
summer
Small daypack or tote
Holds water, camera, and notes from tastings while keeping hands free for tours.