Full day excursion from Paris to the city of Reims and its region, known all over the world for the production of a unique and prestigious product that needs no introduction: Champagne. As part of this tour, your guide will show you the majestic 13th-Century Reims Cathedral, where the coronations of the Kings of France once took place. You will also visit Mumm and Mercier, two famous Champagne houses, where you can taste Champagne and admire the picturesque landscape of the region's vineyards.

Set off from center of Paris at 8 a.m. for a memorable day in the Champagne Region to the east of Paris (arrival scheduled for around 10:30 a.m.). 

Begin your excursion with a guided visit of the cellars of the famous Mumm Champagne house, where you will learn about their expertise and the secrets behind the creation of their many Champagnes. At the end of your tour, taste the famous "Red Ribbon" Champagne, one of the most popular Champagnes in the world.

Your excursion continues with a guided tour of Reims's imposing Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site. A Gothic masterpiece and site of the coronations of the Kings of France, it is also well-known for its many statues and extraordinary 13th-Century stained glass windows. 

Spend your free time exploring Reims city center and enjoy lunch in one of the many restaurants in beautiful Erlon Square, for example. Sample the many specialties of the region, such as "white pudding," a type of sausage from Rethel, Chaource and Langres cheeses, and the famous Reims pink biscuits.

The afternoon brings the chance to discover the surrounding countryside and its pretty villages, forests and prestigious Champagne vineyards that stretch as far as the eye can see. On arrival in Epernay, visit with an audio guide your second Champagne house of the day, Mercier, founded in 1858. You will travel by automated train to a depth of 100 feet to visit the huge cellars, before finishing your tour with a Champagne tasting.

Departure from Epernay is scheduled for 4 p.m., arriving back in Paris at around 6:30 p.m.

Please note :

- Important:
From December 14, 2015 to February 8, 2016: Visit of Georges Cartier cellar instead of Mercier cellar which is closed during this period of time
- Participants have the opportunity to purchase Champagne and other tasting accessories
- Technical and general information is provided during the cellar visit
- It is cool in the cellars, please bring warm clothing

The price includes :

* Transport to and from Paris by luxury air-conditioned coach
* Services of an expert guide from our team
* Guided tour of Reims and its cathedral
* Visit to the Mumm and Mercier Champagne houses followed by a tasting
* Guided visits to the cellars in english only

The price does not include :

* Transfers to and from your accommodation in Paris

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