Reims Champagne Day Trip
Taste France's finest Champagnes and explore historic architecture with ultimate convenience.
Reims & Champagne from Paris: Private Wine Tour
Reims is the historic capital of France’s Champagne province, situated just 90 minutes east of Paris. Renowned for its subterranean chalk cellars (crayères), grand Maisons de Champagne, and the magnificent Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral where 33 French kings were crowned, it is the quintessential French day excursion.
With Premium Paris Transfer, your wine journey begins the moment you step into your private luxury Mercedes. Skip train transfers and taxi queues at stations—our professional English-speaking chauffeur picks you up at your Paris hotel and escorts you directly to the cellar doors.
Most importantly, you can indulge in prestigious cuvée tastings without worrying about driving or navigating French country roads.
What You'll Experience in Champagne
Iconic Champagne House Cellars
Tour the ancient Roman chalk cellars of world-renowned Champagne houses including Veuve Clicquot, Taittinger, Pommery, Ruinart, and Mumm with guided tastings.
Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral
A crowning jewel of French High Gothic architecture where kings of France were anointed. Features breath-taking stained glass windows created by Marc Chagall.
Avenue de Champagne in Épernay
Often referred to as the "most expensive avenue in the world", lined with grandiose 19th-century mansions representing Moët & Chandon, Perrier-Jouët, and Pol Roger.
Boutique Family Vineyards
Meet passionate independent winegrowers (Vignerons Indépendants) in the Montagne de Reims and Côte des Blancs for intimate, authentic barrel tastings.
Suggested Reims & Épernay Itinerary
Morning
- Hotel departure from Paris (8:30 AM)
- Scenic drive through the Marne Valley to Reims (10:00 AM)
- Morning tour & tasting at a premier Maison (e.g. Veuve Clicquot or Taittinger) (10:30 AM)
- Visit Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral (12:00 PM)
Afternoon
- Gourmet lunch at a classic Reims brasserie or vineyard bistro (1:00 PM)
- Drive to Épernay along the scenic Champagne tourist route (2:30 PM)
- Second cellar tour & tasting on Avenue de Champagne (3:15 PM)
- Browse boutique Champagne shops (4:45 PM)
Evening
- Depart Champagne for Paris in comfort (5:30 PM)
- Arrival back at your hotel in central Paris (7:15 PM)
*This itinerary is fully customizable. We recommend reserving cellar tasting slots in advance.*
Why Book Reims With Premium Paris Transfer?
Taste Without Driving Concerns
Savor prestigious cuvées responsibly while your licensed professional chauffeur handles all transit.
Secure Bottle & Case Storage
Purchased rare bottles or cases of Champagne? Keep them safe and cool in our spacious vehicle trunks.
Bespoke Private Pacing
No tour group rush. Linger longer at estates or add spontaneous viewpoint stops across the vineyards.
Guaranteed All-Inclusive Price
Transparent pricing covering luxury Mercedes, chauffeur, French highway tolls, parking, and fuel.
Punctual Door-to-Door Service
Picked up in the morning and dropped off right at your Paris hotel entrance at the day's end.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the drive take from Paris to Reims?+
The journey from central Paris to Reims is approximately 140 km east and takes about 1.5 to 2 hours via the A4 autoroute in our luxury Mercedes vehicles.
Can we visit Champagne houses in both Reims and Épernay on the same day?+
Yes! Épernay and the famous Avenue de Champagne are only 25-30 minutes south of Reims. Your chauffeur can easily coordinate morning cellars in Reims with afternoon estates in Épernay.
Are cellar tour tickets and tastings included in the chauffeur price?+
Our price covers private Mercedes vehicle hire, licensed chauffeur, fuel, parking, and highway tolls. Cellar admission tickets and tastings should be booked directly with the Champagne houses to match your preferred tasting tiers.
Why hire a private chauffeur for Champagne tastings?+
France enforces strict blood-alcohol limits for drivers. Having a dedicated private chauffeur ensures you and your guests can enjoy multiple prestigious cuvée tastings with complete safety and peace of mind.
