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Half-day Champagne tour with a vintage van from Epernay

Step back in time and indulge in the splendours of the Champagne region with My Vintage Tour.
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Half-day Champagne tour with a vintage van from Epernay

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Épernay, FR
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Experience the charm and elegance of the Champagne region like never before with My Vintage Tour Company's half-day Champagne tour. Hop aboard their iconic French Estafette minivan and embark on a journey through the picturesque vineyards, historic cellars, and hidden treasures of this renowned wine region. As you cruise through the stunning streets of Epernay, you'll be enchanted by the secrets of the famous Avenue de Champagne and pass by prestigious Champagne houses. Explore the charming village of Aÿ-Champagne and immerse yourself in the vineyard's beauty while learning about the winemaking process. End your adventure with a visit to a family Champagne producer's cellar, where you'll discover the intricacies of Champagne production and indulge in a delightful Champagne tasting. Let My Vintage Tour Company transport you back in time and create memories you'll treasure forever.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • 3 hours
  • Suitable for 1-7 Participants
  • Private Tour, Small Group Tour
  • Guided Experience
  • Vintage van tour through the Champagne region
  • Visit famous Champagne houses in Epernay
  • Explore the charming village of Aÿ-Champagne
  • Learn the Champagne making process in a family cellar
  • Enjoy a Champagne tasting with 3 glasses per person
  • Visit a cellar of a winegrower with explanations on the elaboration of champagne & 3 tastings
  • Purchase of champagne bottles

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Introduction

Step back in time and experience the splendors of the Champagne region with My Vintage Tour Company's half-day Champagne tour. This unique and unforgettable experience takes you on a journey through the picturesque vineyards and historic treasures of Epernay, all while riding in a charming vintage van. As a family-run company, My Vintage Tour Company offers a personal touch and a deep appreciation for the region's rich history and traditions.

What to expect?

During this three-hour tour, you can expect to be transported back in time while enjoying the comfort of a vintage vehicle. A local expert of the Champagne region will guide you through the fascinating history of Champagne production, from the vineyards to the glass. You'll have the opportunity to visit a cellar of a winegrower, where you'll learn about the meticulous process of Champagne elaboration. The tour also includes three tastings, allowing you to savor the unique flavors and aromas of this renowned sparkling wine.

Who is this for?

This Champagne tour is perfect for anyone who appreciates history, culture, and the finer things in life. Whether you're a wine enthusiast, a history buff, or simply looking for a unique and memorable experience, this tour is sure to delight. My Vintage Tour Company welcomes visitors of all ages and backgrounds, making it an inclusive experience for everyone. Whether you're traveling solo, with a partner, or in a group, this tour offers something for everyone.

Why book this?

What sets My Vintage Tour Company apart is their commitment to providing a truly immersive and authentic experience. Riding in a vintage van adds a touch of nostalgia and charm to the tour, allowing you to feel like you've stepped back in time. The expertise of the local guide enhances your understanding and appreciation of Champagne production, giving you valuable insights into the region's rich heritage. By choosing this tour, you'll not only taste some of the finest Champagnes but also gain a deeper understanding of the craftsmanship and dedication that goes into each bottle.

Good to know

It's important to note that the tour includes a visit to a cellar of a winegrower, where you'll have the opportunity to learn about the Champagne making-process in detail. The tour also includes three tastings, allowing you to sample a variety of Champagnes and discover your favorite. However, purchasing Champagne bottles is not included in the tour, so be prepared to bring home your favorite bottles separately. The tour starts and ends in front of the Epernay Tourist Office, conveniently located at 7 Avenue de Champagne in Epernay, France.

Reviews

Customers who have experienced My Vintage Tour Company's Champagne tour rave about the unique and immersive experience. They highlight the knowledge and passion of the guides, who make the history and process of Champagne production come alive. Many reviewers also appreciate the opportunity to taste a variety of Champagnes and learn to distinguish their unique characteristics. Overall, guests express their satisfaction and enjoyment, making this tour a must-do for Champagne lovers and history enthusiasts alike.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

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Your Itinerary

Epernay

(Pass by)

You will start the tour in the famous 'Avenue de Champagne' in Epernay. We will tell you all the secrets of this fabulous street and pass in front of many popular Champagne houses (Moët & Chandon, Pol Roger, Mercier, De Venoge,...). Epernay is full of suprises, under the city there are 100 kilometers of cellars and millions of Champagne bottles waiting for you.

Ay-Champagne

You will discover the charmant village of Aÿ-Champagne and discover its story and you will pass in front of famous houses (Deutz, Bollinger, ...). We will stop in the middle of the vineyard near Aÿ-Champagne: this will be an opportunity for you to photograph magnificent landscapes and learn the work in the vineyards done throughout the year (harvest, pruning, ..).

Oger

Discover the village of Oger that is classified Grand Cru. You will visit the amazing cellar of a family Champagne producer, you will learn all the Champagne making process and see the winery and machines. You will finish this bubbly visit with a Champagne tastings (3 glasses per person).

Reviews

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4.2 (20)

KevinW359

I originally booked an afternoon tour but apparently that one was quiet and they wanted to move me to the morning tour. I preferred afternoon but after some back and forth many days in advance I agreed on the move to the morning which, as fate would have it, yielded much nicer weather. The van only seats 6 so you are guaranteed a small group. I was surprised how attractive the countryside is with the vineyards, sun and occasional moody cloudy skies. We visited the edge of a vineyard field to talk about the grapes (some helpful visual aids were used) and the small producer Jean Milan where we saw their compact production facilities. I was surprised that the presses which looked more like antiques were actually in use! We sat in the sun in a courtyard at the end and had a very civilised, relaxing tasting of three of their champagnes. You could choose any from the 8 (normally 9 but no samples were available for one of them). I bought a few bottles which were loaded into the van for me. I think it's a good idea to visit a small producer as well as some of the big names in Champagne. A tour like this is great to see the countryside and not be concerned about issues of driving vs alcohol. Our charming guide (and driver!) was good, diplomatic in dealing with two tour members who were confused about the pickup point and helpful in giving a lift at the end to the car park for another pair. If I'm being very critical then her depth of knowledge on wine (beyond Champagne) could be greater but that's difficult when you are young and don't have decades of experience. Her English was good but not as fluent as some of the other people I spoke to on other tours and in shops. I think this was the tour where I considered booking direct but it wouldn't let me book a single place so I ended up booking via Expedia.

mphosis9

We were all really excited to hear all about Champagne as it was our first visit there. The guide (can't remember her name starts with C) picked us up from Ave de Champagne. We were expecting to hear all about Champagne, the secrets of the avenue or any other interesting facts. However, all we got when driving along the Avenue de Champagne were silence, with an occasional 'This on the right is this champange house'. I had to ask many questions to get to know what I needed to know. Got to Ay - drove past one or two champagne houses - the guide just said 'This is... blah blah' literally was just 1min description and go! Entire journey was quiet - then to take a few pictures in the vineyards but not much description or stories about Champagne again - we just took the opportunity to take lots of pictures. I even asked her - so what are the top 10 champagne houses? 'you can find them in magazines or internet' -_- Slightly better at the grower champagne house where she explained the process of champagne making (bare mimimum) as it wasnt that big a champagne house anyway. We did like the champange at this grower champagne house, so bought quite a fair bit! Overall, I think this tour do have the potential to be excellent (love the vintage van, the scenic route, albeit a little hot in summer) but it all boils down to the tour guide you get. I've read reviews that it was great and maybe the tour guide assigned was good , unfortunately, ours were not that great or could be the language so not that chatty at all. End of the day, it all depends on your luck! But I would still book with this company the next time I go back and hopefully get a better guide!

CarolineFDublin

We had a wonderful Sunset experience - absolutely a highlight of our holiday to Epernay. Romain was just fantastic- brought us on a wonderful trip into the vineyards- we stopped for some champagne and sabered a bottle and had the best time! Thank you - we will be back!!!

Eimear_G

Fun trip in a vintage bus (no seatbelts, no suspension, très authentique!!). Justine, our guide, was very knowledgeable about the Champagne area and production. We thought we would taste champagne from different producers but it was 3 different types from one small producer - could have been clearer in the description of the outing.

tracematt

What a gem of an experience. Coleen, our driver, was very friendly and knowledgeable. We had the best time, finished off with the champagne tasting at the small family venue. Would highly recommend this tour. We learnt loads and the scenery was stunning. The vintage can - Marcel - was from 1972 and very comfortable!

susanxthomson

We had a fabulous trip through champagne country We loved Oger and the time spent at Jean Milan Definitely recommend booking for the opportunity to visit a Grand Cru village and visit a small family winery rather than one of the names

Cinvee_K

Would highly recommend this tour! Very authentic and beats the bigger tours.. more relaxed .. Maeva answered all our questions and was very knowledgeable. We visited a small producer and tasted the champagnes. Would definitely come back again.

Almostgreynomad

Bit of a hiccup at the start .... one van arrived - took 4 passengers, but 6 of us who had booked via Airbnb were asked to wait for their colleague. Other van didn't arrive, so one of our group rang them. Not sure what had happened ... but anyway all was resolved and another vintage van arrived ! We set off through the vineyards, stopped for photo opportunities with explanations about the growing and harvesting. Stopped at a family owned Champagne house, a guided tour through the cellar and were able to taste 3 champagnes. Absolutely gorgeous !

L7612UPdavea

Fantastic tour. Romain was a great guide and the vintage vehicle was fantastic. Would highly recommend.

ZoeK1026

A fantastic, informative, fun and fabulous day in Champagne for my husband's 50th birthday. Our little Estafette was so cute and Maëva was extremely knowledgeable giving us a private tour down in the cellars of a local family producer, as well as driving us through the vineyards, along the Avenue de Champagne and to a tour of Moët & Chandon. We finished our day sabering bottles amongst the vines with birthday cake and candles. Maëva was very friendly and happy to be our personal photographer too, nothing was too much trouble and the day was personally tailored to what I had requested. We were picked up and dropped off from our accommodation which meant we could sample champagne all day and not worry about driving. Such a brilliant day despite a little bit of rain, thank you Maëva and Léa for making my husband's birthday so memorable. Five stars!
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