Grand Vintage Private Champagne Moet Chandon Veuve Clicquot
Champagne, Paris
High Level English Guided Cellars tours & Grand Vintage Tastings at Moet & Chandon and Veuve Clicquot. Private Day trip from Paris by Mercedes. Tiered pricing. Pick up..
Champagne Region Full-Day Champagne House Tours from Paris
This guided full-day tour from Paris visits Moet et Chandon and Veuve Clicquot Champagne houses, suitable for wine enthusiasts seeking expert tastings and cellar tours.
Tour Itinerary
The tour begins with a 07:30 hotel pickup in Paris and a two-hour scenic drive (140 km) through the Champagne vineyards with a rest stop.
From 10:00 to 12:00, enjoy a guided visit to Moet et Chandon in Épernay, including cellar tours and tastings. Choose between two premium tasting experiences:
- Grand Vintage Experience: Up to 10 people, 1.5 hours with 2 glasses — MOËT Grand Vintage Blanc and MOËT Grand Vintage Rosé.
- Moet Collection (Adults Only): Up to 6 people, 2 hours with 2 glasses — Moet Grand Vintage Blanc and Moet Grand Vintage Collection Blanc.
From 12:00 to 13:30, lunch is at a traditional restaurant in Épernay, a town known for its prestigious champagne houses and the Avenue of Champagne.
At 13:30, depart for Hautvillers village, arriving at 13:40 to visit the Saint-Sindulphe Church of the Abbey Saint-Pierre d'Hautvillers and a panoramic viewpoint overlooking vineyards and the Marne River. Hautvillers is notable for Dom Perignon's contributions and hosts 26 local champagne producers.
At 14:10, depart to Reims (30 minutes). From 14:45 to 16:45, visit the Veuve Clicquot Champagne house with a guided cellar tour by the staff, including tasting options:
- 'Une Seule Qualite': 1.5 hours tasting 4 cuvées — Brut Carte Jaune, Extra Brut Extra Old, Vintage 2015, and Vintage Rosé 2015.
- 'L'art du vieillissement': 2 hours comparative tasting 4 cuvées — Vintage Brut 2015, Vintage Brut Rosé 2015, Vintage Brut 2002 Magnum, Cave Privée 1990, paired with selected cheeses.
At 16:45, a brief 5-minute drive takes you to Reims Cathedral (17:00–17:30), known for the coronation of French kings.
The return drive to Paris begins at 17:30, arriving around 20:00 for hotel drop-off.
What’s Included
- Veuve Clicquot guided cellar tour with chosen tasting option
- Moet et Chandon guided cellar tour with chosen tasting option
- Transportation in Mercedes E220 (2-3 people) or Mercedes minivan (3-7 people)
- Visit to Hautvillers village, including Saint-Sindulphe Church and viewpoint
- Self-guided visit to Reims Cathedral
- All fees and taxes included
- Bottled water during transport
What’s Not Included
- Gratuities and souvenirs
- Meals and drinks (except lunch as specified)
Booking and Practical Information
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund. Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a camera. The best experience is during spring through autumn when the vineyards are most scenic. Book in advance to secure your preferred tasting option and vehicle.
