Discover the Magic of the Champagne Region
Embark on an exclusive 5-day journey through the heart of France's Champagne region, designed for an intimate group of no more than six guests plus your dedicated hosts, Corina and Bob.
Stay in the charming town of Épernay, the world-renowned capital of Champagne, where every day brings new opportunities to indulge in the region’s finest bubbly.
Savor exquisite meals at Épernay’s top-rated restaurants and experience an unforgettable itinerary:
- Tour both grand and boutique Champagne cellars.
- Glide through the historic streets of Reims on a Segway.
- Master the art of sabrage (opening a Champagne bottle with a sabre).
- Pay a visit to the historic church where Dom Pérignon rests.
Your adventure will take you through Épernay, Reims, and three picturesque villages, immersing you in the culture, history, and flavors of this iconic region.
Join a group ready to toast, laugh, and celebrate life with every sip. Let’s raise a glass to unforgettable memories! 🥂
Discover the Tastes of the Champagne
A Tour for True Champagne Lovers
This experience is designed for those who truly appreciate the art of Champagne, or are ready to learn.
Each day, you’ll indulge in tastings from some of the most celebrated Champagne houses in the region. Visits may include iconic names like Moët & Chandon, Perrier-Jouët, Mercier, Ayala, Hatton, R.C. Lemaire, Veuve Clicquot, and Pol Couronne (availability may vary based on your chosen week).
Stroll along Épernay’s legendary Avenue de Champagne, where you’ll enjoy guided tastings at three prestigious houses. You'll also have free time to explore and sample at venues of your choosing.
When you discover your favorites, take advantage of cellar door pricing to bring home bottles as delicious souvenirs of your journey. Cheers to an unforgettable experience! 🥂
Corina and Chef Christophe from La Grillade Gourmande
Discover the Tastes of Epernay
Delight in Épernay’s finest culinary experiences as you explore the best restaurants the town has to offer.
For three evenings, we’ll dine together as a group at some of the top-rated restaurants in the region, such as L’Oben, La Grillade Gourmande, and Le Théâtre. On one of the days, you’ll enjoy an unforgettable group lunch, leaving your evening free to explore and dine on your own.
This tour also includes two exceptional lunches, including a special dining experience at Le Bellevue Restaurant and Terrasse at the luxurious Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa.
Each morning, you’ll start your day with a delicious breakfast to fuel your Champagne adventures. Bon appétit! 🥂
(Specific venues may vary if we cannot book them for any reason.)
A day of adventure
As the week comes to a close, we’ll take a local train to Reims, the city where French kings were traditionally crowned at its majestic cathedral.
Like Epernay, Reims also proudly claims to be the capital of Champagne, and you’ll have the chance to decide for yourself.
Your visit includes a tour of another renowned Champagne house, followed by a fun and unique Segway tour of the city.
We’ll cap off the day with an unforgettable experience: learning the art of sabrage (opening a Champagne bottle with a sabre), and of course, celebrating the success by enjoying the Champagne we just opened! 🥂
Stay
Immerse yourself in the charm of Épernay with accommodations perfectly located just a short stroll from the town’s vibrant bars, exquisite restaurants, and boutique shops.
We offer stays in two comfortable 3-star hotels, with the option to upgrade to a luxurious 4-star experience. For an extra touch of indulgence, consider upgrading to a hotel run by a prestigious Champagne house, situated right on the iconic Avenue de Champagne.
Your stay will be as unforgettable as the Champagne you’ll taste! 🥂
Getting there
Your journey begins with a comfortable pick-up from Paris, where you'll be driven directly to Épernay on Monday morning to check into your hotel. At the end of your tour, we'll take care of your return trip, driving you back to Paris on Friday morning.
This seamless transportation is included as part of your tour, so you can relax and enjoy every moment of your Champagne experience.
When is it on?
All tours are Monday morning to Friday morning in Epernay
Dates are
- Monday 15th Sept 2025 to Friday 19 Sept 2025
- Monday 22nd Sept 2025 to Friday 26 Sept 2025 (SOLD OUT)
- Monday 29th Sept 2025 to Friday 3 Oct 2025
- Monday 6th Oct 2025 to Friday 10 Oct 2025
- Monday 13th Oct 2025 to Friday 17 Oct2025
- Monday 20th Oct 2025 to Friday 24 Oct 2025
Talk to Corina for dates planned for September and October 2026
What's included?
- Transfers from Paris to Epernay
- 4 nights accommodation in a 3 star hotel in the centre of Epernay.
- 4 breakfasts
- 2 lunches
- 3 dinners
- 9 tours or tastings over 4 days
- Visit to the local farmers market in Epernay
- Transport between cellar doors all week
- Segway tour in Reims
- Sabre a bottle of champagne each
What isn't included?
- 2 lunches
- 1 dinner
- Extra bottles after tastings to enjoy
- Drinks with dinner and lunch
- Dinners are set menus. You can order off the full menu and pay the difference.
Cost
Price per person twin share is € 1,500 total ($2,500 AUD or $1,700 USD)
Singles travelling by themselves are € 2,100 total ($3,500 AUD or $2,200 USD)
Optional Upgrade
Upgrade to a four star hotel in a premium location for € 250 per person subject to availablility. ($400 AUD or $260 USD)
Price per person twin share is € 250 per person subject to availablility. ($400 AUD or $260 USD)
Singles travelling by themselves are € 500 per person subject to availablility. ($800 AUD or $520 USD)
Options
Talk to Corina for Paris Hotel and Tour option pre and post your Champagne adventure.
Book Now
To book, please fill in the form at this link, one form for each guest.
This puts your details directly into our system and speeds up the process and minimises mistakes.
It is based on one email person per person as the key field, so if you do not have 2 different emails, have the secong person use the same email but add an "X" on the end. So I would be corina@cruisenow.com.au and my husband would be corina@cruisenow.com.auX
Even if you have travelled with me before, please fill in the form so we definitely have the most up to date details.
Once I have those details, please call me on 0433 152 436 or email corina@cruisenow.com.au and we will make it all happen.
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Payment Schedule
25% deposit is due upon booking.
25% on 31 January 2025
25% on 30 April 2025
25% on 31 July 2025
Cancellation
€ 150 per person cancellation until 30 January 2025
25% of full fare until 30 April 2025
50% after 30 April 2025
Date change
Move to another available tour date before 30 June 2025.
Free transfer to any other available date in the same year.
€ 150 per person to transfer to following year, but no cancellation possible after that change.