About this tour
Step into three centuries of Champagne heritage on this private drive from Paris to Reims. You'll descend into the UNESCO-listed chalk cellars of Ruinart, established 1729, for an exclusive tasting of their finest vintages. The day includes a gourmet lunch in Reims and a visit to the Gothic cathedral where French royalty once crowned, with hotel pickup and a dedicated driver handling all logistics across roughly 7–9 hours.
Highlights
- Ruinart's underground chalk cellars, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Tastings of prestigious Champagne cuvées from 1729-era house
- Gourmet lunch in Reims, Champagne's epicentre
- Reims Cathedral, coronation site of French kings
- Private car, professional English-speaking house guides included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Paris
What to expect
Your driver collects you from your Paris hotel and heads south into vineyard country. At Ruinart, an official house guide walks you through the historic cellars—carved from chalk, cool and atmospheric—before conducting a structured tasting of their signature Champagnes. You'll then have time for lunch at a restaurant in Reims (your choice, not included). The afternoon takes in Reims Cathedral's soaring Gothic architecture and royal history before your return journey to Paris. Much of the 7–9 hours covers travel time between locations.
Good to know
Ruinart limits visitor numbers daily; if fully booked, alternative Champagne houses will be offered. Under-18s receive juice or soft drinks instead of wine. The itinerary suits most fitness levels but isn't ideal for those with heart conditions. Infant car seats available on request.
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.