Top Champagne Historical Tours

The unofficial capital of Champagne, Reims boasts a rich history and spectacular architecture. Skip the hassle of planning routes and researching topics and join a local guide for this introductory walking tour, a fascinating journey through a story that dates back 2,000 years. Finish your tour with a glass of Champagne in the city market (book the child option if you would prefer a soft drink instead).

Discover the heart of the Champagne region on this half-day tour from Épernay, the Capital of Champagne. Explore the beautiful countryside, visit two family-owned Champagne houses located in prestigious Grand Cru villages, and enjoy two tastings of three champagnes each. Depart from the Épernay Tourist Office and drive along the famous Avenue de Champagne, home to prestigious houses such as Moët & Chandon, Perrier-Jouët, Pol Roger, and Boizel, before heading into the rolling vineyards. Visit Champagne Voirin-Jumel in the Grand Cru village of Cramant for a tasting of three champagnes, then continue to Champagne Jean Milan in the Grand Cru village of Oger for a guided cellar tour and a second tasting of three champagnes. Finish in Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne, where you'll follow in the footsteps of Dom Pérignon, admire the UNESCO-listed vineyards, and stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the beautiful Marne Valley before returning to Épernay.

Experience the splendors of France’s Champagne region by exploring in an iconic Renault Estafette van. Cruise down the famous 'Avenue de Champagne' in Epernay, learning about the Champagne production process. Then, discover the historic hillsides and vineyards of Aÿ-Champagne and Oger. Finally, stop to tour a family-run winery and taste some authentic bubbly.

The magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral is free to enter and a must-see when visiting Reims. This independent self-guided audio tour lets you explore at your own pace using a smartphone app, ensuring you don’t miss the fascinating history and architectural details. Save money by downloading your tour to listen anytime within a year as you visit this UNESCO World Heritage-listed monument.

Discover France’s famous Champagne region on this half-day, small-group tasting tour from Epernay. Visit the beautiful villages of Hautvillers, Cramant, and Oger while learning about the complex Champagne-making process. Visit a family winery, admire the houses of esteemed producers along the city’s ‘Avenue de Champagne,’ and taste a range of bubbles along the way

VIP and unusual outing, >. Experience an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the prestigious Champagne vineyards with our exclusive 4x4 Defender journey. Be transported through picturesque landscapes and swaying vineyards, where luxury meets adventure. Aboard our robust and elegant Defender, you will explore hidden trails and discover the secrets of Champagne. A unique experience for 2 to 8 people, tasting champagne at the tops of the vineyards. Panoramic points at the highest and closest to the hillsides. The wine tourism safari guaranteed escape, Connexion Champenoise an experience like no other.

The Best Way to Discover Reims: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a glass of authentic Champagne or a visit to the cathedral and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems and beautiful spots revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Square Colbert, La Porte de Mars, Musée-Hôtel Le Vergeur, Cryptoportique, Pl. Royale, Carnegie Library of Reims, Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Reims, Palais de Justice, Opéra de Reims, and Place Drouet d’Erlon.

The Champagne capital of Reims is renowned for its UNESCO-listed Cathedral, WWII history, and lively markets. With this walking tour, discover landmarks such as the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Covered Market, and Hotel Boulingrin on a 2-hour walking tour, and learn about the history and culture of Reims from your private guide.

WHY CHOOSE US? We offer the best stories (40) handpicked by a local guide. Not just dry facts, but engaging tales that bring the city to life. Loved by travelers – or your money back! Discover Reims with an audio tour that takes you through the stories behind France’s historic coronation city and the capital of Champagne. During this self-guided walking tour, you’ll explore the magnificent Notre-Dame Cathedral, where French kings were crowned for centuries, wander through the lively Place du Forum, discover Roman remains, admire the vibrant street art of the Boulingrin district, and uncover the city’s fascinating wartime history. Along the way, you’ll hear how royal ceremonies, ancient Roman heritage, World War II, Champagne traditions and hidden local legends have shaped one of France’s most remarkable cities. With the CityAppTour app, you explore Reims at your own pace, without a guide or group, while the stories bring the city to life. Works offline!

Are looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace Then, this city-exploration game is made for you! You'll entertain all your group with interesting questions, while still teaching them fun facts about the city. This tour is ideal for families or travelers who want to explore at their own pace. Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help! Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible. With this self-guided tour, you will be guided through the 9 following locations Gate of Mars, Le Cellier, City Hall, Le Vergeur, Place Royale, Cathedral, Palace of Tau, Opera, and the Place Drouet d Erlon. Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to your self-guided tour and your city exploration activity. So, are you ready to explore Reims?

Thanks to the experience and knowledge of your guide, you will experience an unforgettable day in Champagne. The advantage of this visit is that you can discover Reims and Epernay in one day, mixing history, heritage, cellar tour and tastings. It is a visit suitable for everyone where you can pleasantly enjoy every moment

This Bastogne Tour immersive journey takes you through pivotal WWII sites to understand what the Band of Brothers' Easy Company endured during siege of Bastogne. Start with a visit to the Bastogne War Museum, a profound tribute to the events and sacrifices of the Battle of the Bulge. Then, explore the Bois Jacques battlefield, where you can still see the foxholes used by the Easy Company. After these moving visits, enjoy a lunch break in pictoresque downtown Bastogne. The afternoon continues with a visit to the War Room where McAuliffe famously pronounced "NUTS". Ten we finish with a visit to the Bastogne Barracks, a Belgium army museum where we can see: Shermans, Panzer IV, Wolverine, Stug III, Hetzer, Heavy Howitzers, Flak guns and more. Licensed French Monument Tour Guide, I have been sharing my passion for History, Wine and War for 15 years. My goal is to ensure you have a comfortable and enriching experience through the historical landscape of Bastogne.

Sip champagne in the beauty of the French countryside—and discover places most travelers miss—on this small-group tour from Reims. Visit the stunning Reims Cathedral, walk the Avenue de Champagne in Epernay, explore the village of Dom Perignon in Hautvillers, and more. Plus, visit carefully-selected estates to learn the secrets behind France’s beloved sparkling wine and sample delicious champagnes.

Experience the echoes of history with our 10-hour private Verdun tour, leaving Reims at 8 am. Designed for up to 8 people, this intimate journey takes you through key WWI sites. Start with the Verdun Memorial, honoring the fallen in one of history's fiercest battles. Witness the stark reminder of war at the Douaumont Ossuary and explore the emblematic Fort of Douaumont. After these moving visits, unwind with a lunch break along Verdun's picturesque canal, a peaceful contrast to the morning's solemnity. The afternoon adventure is at the Verdun Citadelle, where augmented reality brings history to life. Return to Reims by 6 pm, enriched by this profound experience.

Near Epernay, Capital of the Champagne vineyard, discovery of the "Côte des Blancs" Grand Cru and the famous village and vineyard of Hautvillers in the historic hillsides of the Marne Valley listed as World Heritage Site by UNESCO. In Hautvillers, village called the “Cradle of Champagne”, guided tour of the church of Dom Pérignon and the vineyard. Pause at the most beautiful viewpoint of Champagne in the heart of the vineyard with explanations of viticulture management. Visit the production sites of two families of independent producers/growers followed by commented tastings of a selection of 6 Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru, as well as the essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs during additional tastings. Discovery tour of the "Côte des Blancs", famous area for its Grand Cru Chardonnay 100% Blanc de Blancs. Commented passage through the Avenue de Champagne in Epernay, called "the most expensive Avenue in the World" with its 200 million bottles in the cellars.

Perfect Champagne Tour to experience a Ruinart tasting, a Grower Champagne Winery and the city of Reims. If you are staying in Paris, take a quick train for a day trip, and meet me at Reims Centre train station. We start off from Reims with a visit at Ruinart where you hear the story of the oldest Champagne House inside 2000 years old roman mines, after which you taste their champagne. Then off to visit the world-famous Cathedral of Reims Notre Dame, and a city tour of Reims, home of Mümm, Taittinger and more. I'll suggest good restaurants to have lunch around Reims, where you can pair Champagne and delicious food. After lunch we'll go to the countryside to see the villages surrounded by vineyards, and visit a small Grower champagne producer, where you're going to learn how champagne is made and taste 3 glasses of champagne. Certified Guide and Sommelier student with 7 years of experience as tour guide, I'll share with you my passion for History, Culture and Wines. Guaranteed fun!

Seeing Champagne’s countryside can be slow and limiting without a car, and many of its most beautiful vineyard roads aren’t well served by public transport. This small-group, e-bike tour lets you cover more ground with less effort as you ride through UNESCO World Heritage-listed vineyards and along the Marne Canal. Visit a traditional Champagne house to learn how the wines are made and enjoy tastings—gaining an understanding you'd miss if exploring the area on your own.

This tour is the only one to include the Word Famous Champagne Houses Veuve Clicquot and Moët & Chandon with an expert local guide. Discover the UNESCO Heritage Reims Cathedrale and the Capital city of Champagne Epernay and its Avenue de Champagne.

If you want to discover what care we take to our vines in Champagne, if you want to finally know all the secrets of making this precious nectar, if you want to taste a champagne from a local producer who works in sustainable viticulture this tour is made for you!

Champagne tasting at small Champagne houses is a not-to-be-missed experience for connoisseurs of vintage French bubbly. This small-group tour of the Champagne-producing region of Reims, France also includes a stroll down the Avenue de Champagne.

Champagne lovers—this is the tour for you. Spend an afternoon exploring and tasting your way around the idyllic Champagne region of France. You won’t have to worry about how to get there, as round-trip transport from Reims is included. See the historic village of Hautvillers, and visit vineyards and two family-wineries for multiple delicious Champagne tastings.

Taste Champagne at the source on a small-group tour from Reims. Visit two smaller champagne producers to learn about its production process and terroir. Enjoy tastings of the famous sparkling wine, stroll through the underground Champagne caves, and hear details about how it is made.

Spend a day exploring the Champagne capital of Epernay on this half-day tour with a private guide. Visit Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne, to see Dom Pérignon's church and vineyard. Stop at Aÿ-Champagne's famed Grand Cru village and vineyard as well as a family-owned production site to indulge in a guided tasting.