About this tour
A private Mercedes-driven excursion from Paris into Champagne country, visiting two of the region's most storied houses—Ruinart (founded 1729) and Veuve Clicquot (1772)—with guided cellar access and tastings tailored to your preference. The 11.5-hour journey includes hotel pickup, entry to Reims Cathedral, and your choice of three tasting levels. A professional driver handles logistics and timing; live commentary is available as an optional upgrade.
Highlights
- Descend into UNESCO-listed cellars of two legendary Champagne producers
- Select from three tasting experiences: Advanced, Blanc Singulier, or Premium
- Private Mercedes transport with hotel collection and drop-off
- Self-guided exploration of Reims Cathedral's Gothic architecture
- Cellar tours available for under-18s; tastings for adults only
- Driver arranges restaurant bookings to suit your day
What to expect
Your chauffeur collects you from your Paris hotel and drives you to Reims, a journey included in the overall timeframe. At Ruinart, you'll tour the chalk cellars with a guide before sampling your chosen tier of wines. The same structured experience follows at Veuve Clicquot. Between stops, you have time to wander Reims Cathedral independently. The driver provides entrance tickets and ensures punctuality throughout. Meals and additional drinks are separate; the company can pre-arrange a restaurant reservation if you wish. Note: the driver is responsible for logistics only—a specialist guide commentary requires advance booking.
Good to know
Minimum age for tasting is 18; younger visitors may tour cellars without sampling. Public transport options exist locally if preferred. All fees and bottled water are included; tips and souvenirs are not. Suitable for any fitness level. Pre-book a live guide if you want expert historical and winemaking commentary.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.