Spend a long day from Paris exploring Moët & Chandon’s vast chalk cellars, Ruinart’s UNESCO‑listed galleries, and the hilltop silence of Hautvillers. This private tour combines guided tastings, regional history, and time in Épernay and Reims.
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You leave Paris before sunrise, the city shrinking behind the train tracks as chalky vineyard slopes stretch into the pale morning. The Mercedes glides past rolling rows that cradle the Marne river; air smells faintly of damp earth and grape leaves. Arriving in Épernay, the underground world of Moët & Chandon opens beneath the Avenue de Champagne — a cool network of tunnels where bottles sleep in darkness and bubbles form in silence.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
12–13 hours
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required — mostly standing and short walks in cellars and towns; able to board a vehicle for 2‑hour drives.
Wildlife
History
Hautvillers’ Abbey of Saint‑Pierre was active from the 7th century and Dom Pérignon’s name is tied to early Champagne techniques; Ruinart founded in 1729 was the region’s first commercial Champagne house.
Conservation
Many Champagne houses now practice sustainable viticulture and soil conservation; visitors are encouraged to follow local rules and avoid trampling vineyard rows.
Reserve your spot on the Moet et Chandon Ruinart VIP Cellars & Tastings trip from Paris today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Carry ID for tastings
Bring government ID — the legal drinking age is 18 in France and will be checked at tastings.
Wear comfortable, closed shoes
Cellars are cool, uneven and can be damp; closed shoes with good grip are recommended.
Book a local guide if you want deep context
The chauffeur handles logistics; add a live guide in advance to get technical and historical insights inside cellars and the abbey.
Plan your lunch and timing
Lunch in Épernay is included as free time — reserve a table if you prefer a sit‑down meal to avoid delays.
Government ID (passport or national ID)
Required to participate in Champagne tastings (18+).
Comfortable closed-toe shoes
Useful for walking on uneven, sometimes damp cellar floors and cobbled village streets.
Light waterproof jacket
Keeps you comfortable against morning chill and occasional rain between stops.
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Reusable water bottle
Staying hydrated between tastings helps with palate refreshment and circulation.
summer