From Paris: Grand Vintage Private Taittinger & Veuve Clicquot Champagne Experience
11 hours
From 07:30
Group 1+
English
11 hours
07:30
What you'll do
Take a guided tour of 2 world-renowned Champagne Houses "Taittinger" and "Veuve Clicquot" for exclusive Champagne tastings. This VIP private small-group day trip offers the option of hotel pick-up at 7.30 AM and drop-off from Paris. Upon booking choose from 3 options, featuring Champagne tastings such as Brut Carte Jaune, Extra Brut Extra Old, Vintage 2015, Brut Yellow Label and more. See the "includes" section for further information. Included within your private tour is time to explore the iconic Reims Cathedral with a self-guided visit, to be taken at your own pace.
Highlights
- Exclusive VIP Access: Immerse yourself in the lap of luxury with VIP access to renowned Champagne houses Taittinger and Veuve Clicquot. Enjoy privileged experiences and tastings that elevate your visit to an unforgettable level
- Luxurious Transportation: Travel in style and comfort with a Mercedes minivan or E220 business class, ensuring a seamless and sophisticated journey from Paris to the Champagne region and back
- Tailored Tasting Options: At Veuve Clicquot, tailor your tasting experience with three high-level options - Advanced, Premium, or VIP. Select the option that suits your preferences and savor the finest Champagnes in a UNESCO-listed cellar
- Flexible Itinerary: This private, guided tour offers flexibility, ensuring that your preferences are accommodated. Whether it's the choice of tastings or the pace of exploration, the itinerary can be tailored to meet your desires
- Cultural and Scenic Highlights: Beyond Champagne tastings, immerse yourself in the cultural and scenic highlights of the region, including the captivating Reims Cathedral and the picturesque landscapes along the way
- Expert Guidance: Benefit from English-guided cellar visits and Champagne tastings, led by knowledgeable guides who provide insights into the rich history and intricate process of Champagne production
Itinerary
- 1Duration: Approximately 12 hours
- 2Group Size: 2–7 people
- 3Start Time: 7.30 am
- 4Meeting Point: Includes hotel pick-up/drop-off.
- 5Champagne Taittinger: The 2-hour trip from Paris is a picturesque drive to the exceptional Champagne Taittinger tour and tasting experience. Where "À LA TABLE DE THIBAUD IV," features 2 glasses of Champagne: le Brut Réserve and le Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs.
- 6Veuve Clicquot: Discover the prestigious Veuve Clicquot Champagne house, founded in 1772, upon booking decide your preference from 3 levels of tasting sessions (see the "includes" section for further details).
- 7Reims Cathedral: The tour includes a self-guided visit to explore Reims Cathedral, a historical landmark where many French kings were crowned.
- 8Lunch: Savour a leisurely lunch in Reims (at your own expense) either at your preferred spot or with a restaurant reservation arranged on your behalf (ask your tour guide for further assistance).
- 9Drop-off: Relax during the 2.5-hour journey back to Paris.
- 10End Time: Approximately 6:30 PM.
What's Included
- Transport - with hotel pick-up and drop-off in Paris included
- Champagne Taittinger Experience (with 2 glasses of Champagne).
- Veuve Clicquot guided tour - with choice of tastings - as follows:
- Advanced: “Une Seule Qualite” - Tastings of 4 cuvées: Brut Carte Jaune, Extra Brut Extra Old, Vintage 2015, and Vintage Rosé 2015.
- Premium: "Madame Clicquot" - Comparative tasting of Brut Yellow Label in Magnum and La Grande Dame 2015.
- VIP: "L'art du vieillissement" - Comparative tasting of 4 cuvées: Vintage Brut 2015, Vintage Brut Rosé 2015, Vintage Brut 2002 in Magnum, Cave Privée 1990.
What's not included
- Lunchtime meal/drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Unfortunately, this tour cannot accommodate wheelchair users and strollers
Meeting Points
Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off have been included for your exclusive tour. Pick-up time is 7.30 am
Kindly ensure you are at your meeting point 10-15 minutes before the departure time
Notes
Important Information
- The tour runs rain or shine
- Under 18? You can't consume alcohol, but delightful non-alcoholic options are available
- Special dietary requirements or allergies? Let us know when booking
- The tour will commence promptly at 7:30 am. We kindly request that all participants arrive on time, as we are unable to accommodate late arrivals. Please be aware that refunds will not be possible in such instances
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Cancellation policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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