Private Champagne Day Trip from Paris
A private day trip from Paris to Reims and Épernay by Mercedes. Reims Cathedral, a Champagne house and the vineyards, with a driver who takes care of the road. From €650 per private vehicle.
- Hotel pick-up in Paris
- English-speaking driver
- Full day trip
- Your own departure, on your date and time
- Private vehicle up to 23 guests
Champagne is where the world's finest sparkling wine is made. Prestigious houses, historic villages and UNESCO-listed vineyards sit within an easy drive of Paris, and your driver keeps the tasting stress-free.
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Reims is the historic capital of the region. Its Notre-Dame Cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where French kings were crowned for nearly a thousand years. Épernay is home to the Avenue de Champagne, often called the most expensive avenue in the world because of the bottles stored beneath it.
The big Champagne houses have cellars cut into chalk and keep bottles ageing for years. Hautvillers, where Dom Pérignon lived, has views over the vines.
Tell us whether you care most for wine, history, photography or food, and we shape the day around it.
What is included in your trip
A full-day private excursion - about 1.5 hours drive each way, leaving you up to 7 hours to explore Champagne freely at your own pace.
Private Mercedes vehicle. Air-conditioned and spacious. Choose a Mercedes Vito (up to 8 guests), a Mercedes V-Class business van (up to 7 guests) or a Mercedes Sprinter (16 to 23 guests). Your group only, no strangers.
English-speaking driver. Professional, punctual and experienced with international travelers. Easy to reach by WhatsApp.
Fully private. No strangers. Just your group, from your Paris hotel and back. No minimum group size.
Champagne day trip, hour by hour
- About 8:00 AMPickup from your Paris hotel or address. Your driver meets you at the door.
- About 9:30 AMArrival in Reims. Visit Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral.
- About 11:00 AMVisit a Champagne house. Cellar tour and tasting on request.
- About 1:00 PMLunch in Reims or Épernay, at your own pace.
- About 2:30 PMExplore the Montagne de Reims vineyards or visit a second Champagne house.
- About 4:30 PMDeparture from Champagne for Paris.
- About 6:00 PMBack at your Paris hotel.
Timings are approximate and may vary based on traffic. Book cellar tours in advance because availability can be limited. Larger groups - contact us for a custom quote.
Price
From €650 per vehicle, not per person. The price covers the Mercedes, the driver, hotel pick-up and drop-off anywhere in Paris, fuel, tolls, parking and water on board. Child seats are available on request. Cellar tours, tastings and lunch are not included. A larger group travels in a Mercedes Sprinter van, quoted on request. If you need more than 10 hours, extra time is €58 per hour for a Vito or V-Class.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Paris to Champagne?
About 150 km, so roughly one and a half hours each way by private Mercedes. We leave early to give you the most time in the region.
Is this a private tour or shared with others?
It is 100% private. Your vehicle, your driver, your day. The price is per vehicle, not per person.
Can we visit a Champagne house?
Yes. We help you choose a house in Reims or Épernay that suits your taste. Cellar tours should be booked in advance because places are limited, and tastings are on request.
Where do you pick us up in Paris?
At your Paris hotel or address. Share your address when you book and your driver will be at your door at the agreed time.
Is the driver English-speaking?
Yes, our drivers speak English at a professional level. They are drivers, not tour guides, but they are happy to share useful tips.
Can we visit more than one Champagne house?
Yes. The afternoon can include a second house or a drive through the Montagne de Reims vineyards. Tell us your plans when you book.
Are cellar tours and tastings included?
No. Cellar tours, tastings and lunch are paid separately. We help you book them.
How much does a private Champagne tour from Paris cost?
From €650 per vehicle, not per person. The price covers the Mercedes, the driver, hotel pick-up and drop-off in Paris, fuel, tolls, parking and water on board. Cellar tours, tastings and lunch are paid separately. A Sprinter for a larger group is quoted on request.
Can we visit Reims and Épernay in one day?
Yes. The two towns are about 30 minutes apart by road. A typical day includes Reims Cathedral, a Champagne house visit, lunch, and an afternoon in the vineyards or at a second house. We shape the plan with you.
Do we need to book Champagne cellar visits in advance?
Yes. Places in the cellars are limited, especially from spring to autumn. Tell us your date and your wishes, and we help you plan and book your visits.
Plan your Champagne day
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