Private tour from Paris to Champagne & Burgundy, Private transport from Paris to Reims, Local private transport, An English-speaking expert guide, Guided walking tour in Reims, Tours and tastings at Veuve Clicquot and Moët & Chandon and at two local producer,s Guided walking tour in Beaune, Guided tour of Hospices de Beaune, Tours and wine tastings around Cote de Beaune, Route des Grands Crus, Guided tour of the Château du Clos de Vougeot, Tours and wine tastings at a local domains around Cote de Nuits, 3 nights in a 4* hotel in Reims, 3 nights in a 5* hotel in Beaune - with breakfasts included.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Champagne...The city of Reims

Private transport from Paris to Reims.

Check-in at Hotel de la Paix**** for 3 nights - with breakfasts included.

Reims: guided tour of the city and the Cathedral

Stroll through the storied streets of Reims: many sites, monuments and museums evidence the layers of history here, from the Gallo-Roman to modern times, including the fabulous Art Deco period.

Day 2: Exclusive private day in Champagne... Veuve Clicquot and a local domain

Pick-up is at your hotel at 9:30 AM.

Veuve Clicquot: Tour and Champagne tasting

Founded in 1772 by Philippe Clicquot-Muiron, the house played an important role in establishing champagne as a favored drink of Bourgeoisie and Nobility throughout Europe. After the death of her Husband in 1805, Barbe Nicole Ponsardin known as the widow (veuve in French) Clicquot became the first woman to take over a Champagne house.  Her lagacy continues helping women entrepreneurs to this day.

Lunch is at your leisure upon your guide's recommendations.

Tour and Champagne Grand Cru tasting at a local domain

Drop off is approximately at 5:30 PM at your hotel. Dining at your leisure.

Day 3: Exclusive private day in Champagne...Moët & Chandon and a local domain

Pick-up is at 9:30 AM at your hotel.

Moët & Chandon: tour and Champagne tasting

Founded in 1743 by Claude Moët, within forty years it became the first international brand in the world. Its history is linked with famous figures as The Marquise de Pompadour and Napoleon the 1^st, as well as many historical events such as King Edward the 7th’s coronation, the Cannes Film Festival, the Golden Globes, the 120th Anniversary of the Statue of Liberty, and more!

Here you will be inside the largest champagne cellar in existence. The House will open its secrets to you and as the Tour ends you'll be invited to taste a glass of Moët's Impérial and a glass of Moët Impérial Rosé in a refined Tasting Room.  

Lunch is at your leisure upon your guide's recommendations.

Tour and Champagne tasting at a local domain

After a generation of winemakers, the 12 hectare wine-growing establishment is composed of 35% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Noir and 50 % Meunier, spread in the Marne Valley. Attentive to the choices of the plans until the grape harvest and respectful of the ground, they proceed to a malolactic fermentation for more flexible wines. Finally, the bottles base in traditional cellar at least 3 years on dregs for the first Cuvée.

Drop-off is at approximately 5:30 PM at your hotel. Dining is at your leisure.

Day 4: Arrival in Burgundy...Beaune

Check-out after breakfast.

Private transport from Dijon to Beaune.

Check-in at the Five-Star Hotel Le Cep for 3 nights - with breakfasts included.

Beaune: guided tour of the city

Beaune, in the heart of Burgundy’s famous vineyards, Pommard, Corton-Charlemagne, Romanée-Conti, Meursault, Santenay and Savigny-les-Beaune bring a twinkle to the eyes of wine lovers; Beaune is famous for the Hospice de Beaune (Hôtel-Dieu), wine tasting, museums, leisure activities, Wine Auction and cellars.

Drop-off is at your hotel.

Day 5: Exclusive private day in Burgundy... Hospices de Beaune and two local wineries in Cote de Beaune

Pick-up is at 9:30 AM at your hotel.

Hospices de Beaune: guided tour

Hospices Civils de Beaune have, since their foundation in 1443 by the Chancellor Nicolas Rolin, kept their doors open to everyone without interruption. This institution, unique in its historical and wine-producing, is closely connected with the economic life of the region.

Tour and wine tasting at a winery in Beaune

This Domaine is an important vineyard in the Côte de Beaune. The wine cellars and the winery are located in Beaune, in the Place Saint-Jacques. The area offers a wide range of different wines, classified under various names, including several 1st Crus and Grand Crus, whether white or red.

Lunch at leisure upon your guide's suggestions in Beaune.

Tour and wine tasting at a local domain in the Cote de Beaune

Drop off is at your hotel approximately at 5.30 PM. Dinner at your leisure.

Day 6: Exclusive private day in Burgundy... Chateau of Clos de Vougeot and two local wineries in Cote de Nuits

Pick-up is at 9.30 AM at your hotel.

Route des Grands Crus

We'll do some sightseeing on the Grands Crus road and a stop at the famous Romanée-Conti. Considered the most prestigious name in Burgundy, this plot of 1.8 hectares (4.5 acres) produces the most expensive wine in the world!
Then a picturesque drive along the Côte de Nuits through the villages of Nuits-Saint-Georges, Vosne-Romanée and Vougeot. Discover why it's called the “Champs-Elysées” of Burgundy. We'll take advantage of being in these prestigious vineyards as the best way to explain the Terroir and the various steps required throughout the year to harvest the best Pinot Noir possible. "L’expression du Terroir”.

Château du Clos de Vougeot: guided tour

Founded in 1098 by the monks of the abbey of Cîteaux, the vineyard of the Clos de Vougeot currently occupies more than 50 hectares (124 acres) with 80 different owners. Its wine is some of the most famous Grands crus of Burgundy. Today, the castle welcomes the different “chapitres” (dinners) of the Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin (the Brotherhood of the Knights of Tastevin).

Lunch is at your leisure upon your guide's recommendations.

Tour and wine tasting at a local domain of Cote de Nuits

Canadian-born wine makers Pascal and Moray are revolutionizing the way grapes are grown, the way wine is made and the way business is conducted in Burgundy. Since 2006, they have been building up their own holdings of village (premiers crus & grands crus), as well as carefully sourcing their grapes from trusted growers. 

Tour and wine tasting at a local domain of the Cote de Nuits

Drop-off is at approximately 5:30 PM at your hotel.

Day 7: End of services

Check-out after the lovely breakfast.

Accommodations 

Champagne: The Four-Star Hotel de la Paix in Reims for three nights

In the heart of Reims, the delightful capital of the Champagne region, you’ll find Best Western's pride, the Hôtel de la Paix. This island of calm is a short walking distance from the Cathedral and surrounded by fine shops and restaurants. Between old masonry & and new design, the Hotel de la Paix welcomes you with 169 well-appointed, air-conditioned modern rooms.

Burgundy: The Five-Star Hotel Le Cep in Beaune for three nights

Ideally located, the hotel is in the very heart of historic Burgundy, just a stone's throw from the center of Beaune. The Hotel is two minutes walking distance from the famous Hospice de Beaune and its magnificent Cathedral Notre Dame.

This package includes:

Please note that this package is based on a double occupancy room

• Three nights in the Hotel de la Paix**** in Reims - with breakfasts
• Three nights in the Hotel Le Cep*****  in Beaune - with breakfasts 
• Private transport from Paris to Reims 
• Private transport from Reims to Paris
• Local private transport
• An English-speaking expert guide
• Guided walking-tour in Reims (approx. 2 hours)
• Tours and tastings at Veuve Clicquot, Moët & Chandon and at two local producers
• Guided walking-tour in Beaune (approx. 2 hours)
• Guided tour of Hospices de Beaune
• Tours and wine tastings at two local wineries in Cote de Beaune
• Sightseeing of Route des Grands Crus
• Guided tour of the Château du Clos de Vougeot
• Tours and wine tastings at two local wineries in Cote de Nuits

This package does not include:

• Extra meals and drinks
• Personal expenses
• Other visits not listed
• Guide appreciation gratuities
  

Additional information

• Providers are subject to change according to their availability upon reservation. Should this occur, we will offer a parallel alternative at the same standard.