Walking Tour

11 hrs

Paris

English

Imagine yourself sipping a glass of prestigious French bubbly while looking out over the acres of vineyards where the grapes were grown. Now imagine being able to sit back, relax, and have all of the logistics taken care of for you as you head out from Paris and hop from champagne house to charming French towns to another champagne house.

On this full-day private Champagne tour from Paris, you’ll explore the city of Reims and its surrounding countryside, home to some of the most important Champagne producers in the world. You’ll visit the vineyards of small local winemakers and explore the cellars of a world-renowned champagne house. You’ll learn about the history of the Champagne region and why its climate is perfect for the production of the effervescent wine.

Your expert guide on this journey is particularly well-versed in the art of bubbly and will provide you with thoughtful insights into the world of champagne production throughout your day. They will show you some of their favorite spots in the region and introduce you to the people behind the bottles.

At the end of the day trip, thanks to tastings and conversations with experts, you’ll have expanded your palate and learned to appreciate the nuances of a variety of different champagnes.

Choose this tour if...

If you want to spend a very special day in the beautiful Champagne region of France, visiting prestigious champagne houses and testing their products.
If you’ve always wanted to go champagne tasting but have been intimidated by doing the research and organizing the logistics yourself.

What you’ll taste

Different cuvées of champagne at two different champagne houses
The cost of lunch is not included in this tour, however, your expert will be happy to make a reservation at a lovely local restaurant.

Logistics

This tour includes a car service that will pick you up at your accommodation. Please tell us your hotel or apartment address in the 'Additional Details' box while adding the tour to your cart.
You will be visiting local establishments that have varying hours and availability by day and by season. We do our best to reserve certain champagne houses, but some may be closed on the day of your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the legal drinking age in France?

The legal drinking age is 18.

How will we travel to Champagne from Paris?

You will meet your guide in Paris early in the morning. Together you will drive to Reims (2h drive), where you will explore the city and the Champagne region by car. At the end of the tour, your guide and driver will drop you off at your hotel.

Which champagne houses will we visit?

We aim to visit one highly prestigious and internationally known champagne house, as well as a smaller, independent producer. Exact houses vary by day and season. If you have your heart set on tasting a particular house, please let us know in advance, and we will do our best to accommodate.

Accessibility

We understand that some of our valued guests may have mobility concerns, and we want to ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout your tour. If there are any accessibility concerns that your tour guide will need to be aware of, please let our team know at the time of booking.

Is this tour wheelchair-friendly?

Some of the shops we visit are small, and many will have a step up to enter. The general route may include small streets with narrow sidewalks.

Cancellation Policy

Book with confidence — see Context's flexible cancellation policy here.

From iconic landmarks to tucked-away local favorites, these are the places you’ll explore and experience firsthand with your Expert.

Reims City Center

Here’s a look at what your tour covers, plus anything you’ll want to consider arranging separately, so you can plan with confidence.

Included

English-speaking expert guide
Tours led in English, offering you unbroken understanding throughout.
Intentionally sized groups
A smaller group means more time for conversations and questions.
Tickets and entrance fees
All entry tickets included (unless clearly stated otherwise).
Headsets
Headsets are included on tours that need them, so every word can be heard.

Not Included

Gratuities

Tips aren’t included, but we encourage tipping as a way to thank your guide after your experience.
Food and drink

Unless booking a Food & Drink tour or tasting experience, refreshments are not included.
Transportation to and from the meeting point

Unless noted, pre- and post-tour transport isn’t included - this service can be added by request.
Hotel pickup or drop-off

Unless noted, travel to or from accommodation isn’t included - this service can be added by request.

Some helpful advice for getting the most from your experience, from practical prep to small on-the-day tips.

Dos:

Wear comfortable footwear
Check the weather and dress appropriately
Bring a bottle of water (no glass)
Feel free to ask your Expert anything

Don'ts:

Bring firearms or weapons
Bring sharp objects (e.g. knives, swiss army knives, switchblades, hiking sticks)
Dress inappropriately to enter religious sites or sacred monuments

Any questions? You can always contact us.

6 Reviews

Susan is an expert guide, the perfect solo travel companion, and a true gem of a human. Our 12-hour day trip from Paris to Reims far exceeded my expectations: three champagne houses, two cellar visits, one chef’s-kiss lunch, and a stop at Notre-Dame de Reims to see its stained glass windows by Marc Chagall. Her attention to detail is unmatched. She taught me how to pair champagne with the five basic tastes, and convinced me that good bubbly shouldn’t be saved solely for special occasions. I’d book Susan again in a heartbeat! Santé!

Kasey Sep 26, 2026

This was by far the best tour we’ve ever taken with Context. Susan was our guide and made the tour the best experience. First she picked 2 different styles of Champagne house to visit with contrasting size and style of production. She picked out a fabulous restaurant for lunch that the view alone would be worth the visit but the food matched the views. Lastly what made this the best tour was Susan herself. She greeted us with fresh squeezed orange juice and pastries for the ride. Also it’s usually not easy to engage in conversation for 11 hours but Susan did this effortlessly with her depth of knowledge but also her friendly nature.

Kenneth Dec 28, 2025

We enjoyed our Champagne Tour immensely. Cynthia was a fountain of knowledge and passionate about her craft. We now have an appreciation for the incredible effort and skill it takes to deliver the bubbly to our glasses. Then we learned about the varieties and the way to pour and then enjoy our champagne, of course with proper pairing to our meal! Reims Cathedral was the icing on the cake. We would highly recommend Cynthia and Context Tours to our friends. This was our third tour. Each one amazing with a knowledgeable tour guide who taught us and made us feel comfortable. We had so much fun.

Judith elaine May 31, 2025

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