Champagne Region Exploration: Small Group Tour with a Native Guide
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29 Ratings
Reims
Embark on a small group tour of the Champagne region with a native guide. Explore the birthplace of Champagne, learn about its history, and indulge in tastings. Join us on this immersive journey!
Duration: 8 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Champagne Alfred Gratien - Your guide, Angélique, will drive you in a comfortable van to the Alfred Gratien Champagne House or another depending on availability located in Epernay and Reims where a guide will welcome you to the depths of its cellars which house the wonderful beverage. You will discover the history of the founding fathers of Champagne as well as the transmission made to the brilliant cellar masters of today. The visit will continue with 2 commented tastings.
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Lunch included
  • Included cellar visits and tastings
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
Additional Information

My birthplace is Epernay, situated in the heart of the Champagne region and home to the Auban-Moet maternity ward, which was established in 1893 through the generosity of the Moët & Chandon family. Infants born in this location are greeted with a taste of Champagne from the moment they take their first breath! A tradition that, for many, defines a lifestyle. Consequently, I was drawn to the chalky terrains to engage in work that deepened my connection with nature and vineyards. The beauty and camaraderie that I encountered across these skies, landscapes, and communities are experiences I cannot contain within me. Welcome to the realm of Champagne!!

  • Visits to the Grandes Maisons as well as independent winegrowers may vary according to the availability of their schedules.
Location
Reims Central Train Station
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Sandra_d
Feb 10, 2024
Angelique our host is... - Angelique our host is born and raise on this area, she is so knowledgeable about dates and history, She is above and beyond to make your experience just perfect 🤩 I will do it again !!!
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Anonymous
Feb 7, 2024
5 stars???? Not enough, more like 10!!! - What an fantastic day! Angelique was the BEST tour guide! She is born and raised in Epernay And has so much knowledge of everything. She planned out the perfect day and took us to amazing champagne houses and tours through the countryside. And Lunch at Chef Max was Delicious! I highly recommend booking ABC Champagne Tour. Thank you Angelique
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Sheila_m
Jan 26, 2024
Women n Wine! 🍷 - Angelique our guide did a fantastic job showing us the Champagne region and telling us about the area. We went to two tastings and learned a lot about champagne making which was quite interesting. The lunch was fabulous in Epernay at Chez Max. The owner “ Frank” delighted us with his culinary skills and was incredibly welcoming upon our arrival. We would highly recommend a tour with Angelique who was born and raised in the region and has a tremendous amount of knowledge she can share with her guests.
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Kimbos1962
Oct 18, 2023
Great Day Out - We had an amazing day with Angelique. Lots of local knowledge, visiting the places only the locals know, with background information you can’t get anywhere else. A fun day… Angelique is authentic, knowledgeable and at times a little cheeky too… lots of fun and a wonderful day. Thank you Angelique for helping us create memories that will last forever!
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907renek
Oct 3, 2023
Memorable tour in Champagne - We had a fantastic day out with Angelique. She is very informative but also makes the experience very entertaining with her great sense of humour and insight into all things champagne. The day included a fabulous authentic French lunch and the 2 champagne houses visited provided a great tour of how champagne is being made. Angelique’s knowledge about the vineyards and picturesque villages along the way, made it a truly memorable day. Will highly recommend this tour !
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Brian_f
Sep 21, 2023
A Fantastic time. - We were met by Angélique on time and made to feel very welcome, she explain what we are going to do that day, Angélique was very informative and knew her stuff, she felt like part of the family, we would highly recommend her tours to any one visiting the area, you will not be disappointed, giving you a lot of information about champagne and the area, with a fantastic lunch included, a very full day that went far to quickly. Thank you so much Angélique
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Jeanjacquesl99
Sep 7, 2023
Super professional - We had a wonderful day, the contact with Angélique was sensational, she is a great professional in presenting her region, especially the town of Epernay. A very cheerful presentation and knowing how to step back to allow us to appreciate everything.
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Inspire663443
Aug 3, 2023
Just Amazing! - Wow, Wow, just Amazing! Probably the best tour I have ever done, do yourself a favour and book this tour in advance. Great insight to the Champagne production and drinking, maybe request a few more tastings 👏
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Caraccios
Jul 24, 2023
Great champagne tour with Angelique - My husband and I were the only two people on the tour and we were fortunate to have Angelique as our guide. We did a tour of Reims before heading to Epernay. The first champagne house we visited was Alfred Gratien. On this tour we learned about the extensive process of champagne making and it gave us more appreciation of the bubbly and the tasting was splendid. After the first tasting we stopped at Moet and Chandon for a visit then walked on Ave de Champagne and then had lunch at Chez Max where we were warmly welcomed and served a delicious meal accompanied by champagne and wine. Our next stop was a family run champagne house and we had 3 tastings. We got to see a big and small champagne houses. This tour was certainly the highlight of our birthday trip and having someone as Angelique who grew up in Epernay and is passionate, enthusiastic, knowledgeable and warm, made our trip more memorable. I highly recommend.
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Richardhr2755rq
Jul 18, 2023
Cest Bon ! - We went with Angelique for a day tour in her nice air conditioned van; she was funny, engaging and very knowledgeable on all things bubbly. Her local knowledge saw us avoid the masses and enjoy some real family producers of whom we relieved of some bottles ! The choice of the lunch venue was authentic and excellent with a good choice of dishes. She calls herself ABC but it’s a straight A from us. Thanks Angelique, best wishes Richard n Cathi.
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