Go on an adventure in a tethered giant helium-filled balloon, tied near the bottom of the Avenue de Champagne and fly up to 150 meters from the ground.  Enjoy views over the town and the surrounding UNESCO World Heritage vineyards. Savor a glass of champagne while admiring the bird’s eyes view of this beautiful area.  Look down into the hidden gardens of the beautiful Belle Epoque mansions and take in this unique atmosphere.

- In Aÿ-Champagne : You will discover the historic hillsides of Aÿ which are classified as World Heritage Site by Unesco and its Grand Cru vineyards. Do you know that the village of Aÿ was the main center of the Champagne industry and still has a very special place ? The kings of France had their own presses there from the 16th century and the wines of Champagne were formerly called "Wines of Aÿ". This is where I will take you to discover the historic village and its famous vineyard where I will tell you about the work of the vines, the grape varieties, this exceptional Terroir, sustainable viticulture. We will stop in front of the headquarters of famous Champagne Houses of Aÿ such as Bollinger, Deutz, Ayala. You will also taste the 3 famous Champagne spirits from the Goyard Distillery in Aÿ, the 1st founded in 1911 : Ratafia de Champagne, Fine de la Marne and Marc de Champagne. - In Hautvillers : We will stop in this unmissable village to enjoy one of the most beautiful panoramic views of Champagne, in the vineyard exactly where Dom Pérignon conducted his experiments. It is the ideal place in the heart of the vineyards to take unforgettable photos of you and this breathtaking landscape! We will visit the first of the 2 families of independent producers/growers that you will discover during this day with explanations of the champagne production process, visit of the presses, wineries and cellars. You will taste there, during a commented tasting, 3 different Champagnes mainly composed of Pinot Noir (depending on the season and availability, this visit/tastings may take place in a village of the "Côte des Blancs" or in Aÿ-Champagne). We will also visit the church of Dom Pérignon where he officiated for 40 years and where he now rests forever. - "Avenue de Champagne" in Epernay : Another must-see Champagne Unesco World Heritage Site that we will cross. It is considered the most expensive 'Avenue in the world' with its prestigious Champagne houses, its mansions and its 100 kilometers of cellars which hide 200 million bottles. - In Cramant : Cramant is a famous village of the "Côte des Blancs" called the "Kingdom of Chardonnay Grand Cru". For lunch, we have selected for you Champagne and dining bars appreciated by the locals in order to share this convivial moment. - In Oger : Oger is another renowned Grand Cru village of the "Côte des Blancs" with the famous "Blanc de Blancs" 100% Chardonnay Grand Cru. To join it, we will pass in front of the largest bottles factory and near the famous "Chateau de Saran" as well as the "Montaigu Site" dedicated to the champagne making of Moët & Chandon. In Oger, we will visit one of the 2 families of independent producers/growers of the day. You will taste many 100% Grand Cru Champagnes with tasting advices : Min. of 3 tastings per person to discover the different "Blanc de Blancs" such as natural Champagne without dosage, from old vines, vintage or even aged in oak barrels.

Engage your senses with Champagne tastings at family-run, boutique wineries on this tour from Reims. Venture into cellars and uncover the secrets to producing Champagne. Travel in a comfortable and airconditioned van and visit the charming village of Hautvillers.  Meet your local guide at 2.00 pm in front of the tourist office of Reims Centre train station and start your afternoon with a drive through the countryside. Continue with a visit of a family-run winery. Tour the still-used traditional press and tank room as your guide details the traditional Champagne producing methods with a concrete and visual approach. Appreciate several tastings of their products and acquire tasting knowledge and expertise with these rare Champagnes. Drive through the famous Champagne Avenue in Epernay, the capital of Champagne. See wheresome of the most prestigious estates are based such as Pol Roger, Perrier Jouët, Moët & Chandon, and Boizel. Appreciate a moment in the vineyard, with breathtaking views on the UNESCO world’s heritage Champagne vines, and acquire knowledge about the terroir particularities. Enjoy the village of Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne. Visit the church where the famous monk Dom Pérignon is buried. Finish your tour with a visit at another family-run winery, where you will be able to taste and compare various “cuvées.” After an afternoon full of experiences and precious souvenirs, your guide will drop you off in front of the tourist office of Reims central train station between 6:30 pm and 7:00 pm.

Enjoy an unforgettable private day from Reims to Epernay. Visit the most famous villages and vineyards, while passing through breathtaking places of the region which are part of the Unesco World Heritage Sites. - The Cathedral of Reims, place of coronation of the kings of France, a Unesco listed site, is the first essential step of your stay in Champagne. Before giving you the opportunity to explore the interior of the structure, your guide will explain the Cathedral’s history and mysteries. - In Epernay, the Capital of the Champagne vineyards, drive through the" Avenue de Champagne" where the superb mansions and production buildings of the Champagne Houses Moët & Chandon, Perrier Jouët, Pol Roger are located. - Discover the Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards and villages with historic hillsides which were listed in 2015 as a Unesco World Heritage Sites and predominantly planted with Pinot Noir. - Meet a family of independent producer/winegrower with an explanation of the Champagne production process, visit their presse, winery and cellar. The visit will be followed by a commented tasting of several of their Champagnes. In addition to the Champagnes, there is a tasting of the 3 famous Champagne spirits : Ratafia, Fine de la Marne and Marc de Champagne from the Goyard Distillery, which is the oldest in Champagne. - The village of Aÿ-Champagne was the main center of the Champagne industry. In the 16th century, the kings of France had their own wine presses here and the wines of Champagne used to be called “Wines of Aÿ”. The vineyard is classified as Grand Cru at the highest level of the Appellation. On our visit to this historic village and its well-known vineyard, we’ll discuss the vineyard management, the different grape varieties, the exceptional Terroir and sustainable viticulture. The tour includes a stop in front of the headquarters of the famous Champagne Houses in Aÿ such as Bollinger, Deutz and Ayala. - For lunch, we have selected for you Champagne and dining bars appreciated by the locals in order to share this convivial moment. - When visiting Hautvillers called the “Cradle of Champagne”, enjoy a private tour of the Church where you will be able to visit the grave of Dom Pérignon known as the spiritual father of Champagne. We will pause to enjoy the magnificent panorama of Champagne overlooking the Vallée de la Marne, the place where Dom Pérignon carried out his experiments in winemaking. It is the ideal place in the heart of the vineyards to take unforgettable photos of you and this breathtaking landscape.