What to do and see in Grand Est, France: The Best Food Tours

Be welcomed by our guide, specialist of the region, at 9.00 am in front of the tourist office of Reims centre train station, he will take you to cross the streets of the "Cité des Sacres". Stop in a French traditional brasserie, to enjoy a coffee under an Art Deco canopy. Go back with your guide towards the Cathedral "Notre Dame"of Reims, home of the coronation of the French kings, you will learn the history of this emblematic monument. Walk in the historical center of the town and admire its authentic Art deco and Art Nouveau architecture. Let yourself be immersed in the gourmet universe of a unique biscuit shop, engaged in the production of French and authentic products. Taste local sweets made with our famous Biscuit Rose. Continue your tour and stop in a local wine store to appreciate a selection of great Champagnes paired with cheeses and charcuterie. Enjoy a friendly typical French aperitif! Your gourmet tour ends at 12.30 am.

Inclusions: Glimpse of the Cathedral, Visit and tastings at 3 local shops, Discovery and explanation of Reims historical city center, Small-group tour with local guide, Aperitif with regional specialities

Exclusions: Hotel pick-up and drop-off, Personal expenses, Other drinks, Lunch

Depart 11:45am for today's highlight is a vineyards visit and paired picnic lunch of Sandwiches OR light seasonal dishes at an award winning independent family grower producer who own 34 hectares of Pinot Noir & Chardonnay vines spread over 7 terroirs, and 9 hectares of Premier Cru. After lunch either visit the Grand Cru village of Bouzy mainly planted with Pinot Noir, of which 10% is used Bouzy Rouge still red wine to a make Rosé Champagne OR enjoy 2 tasting vineyard tasting stops. Drop of 16:45 * Since 2001 we have tailor-made itineraries for Champagne Lovers * We plan over 400 private vineyard tours a year with experienced drivers * We work with over 80 vineyards & Houses in Champagne * We use sedans up to 3 & minivans up to 7 * Feel free to send us questions and preferences prior to booking

Inclusions: Professional Expert Personalised Planning & Itinerary, Private transportation

Exclusions: Meals, Train Tickets, Picnic Lunch around 30€pp paid on the spot, Tastings paid on the spot - around 45€pp

The vineyards of the Montagne de Reims lie between the Reims Mountain Regional Natural Park and the agricultural plain between Reims & Epernay. It contains 9 Grands Crus villages. Its soils are chalk-based, and Pinot Noir is the is the predominant grape variety. Tightly clustered, pine cone-shaped bunches of fruit first cultivated first in Burgundy in the year AD100. Discover the region with us. * 2 family vineyards will welcome you in English to tour their estate in the Reims Mountains ending with a 3 cuvée tasting & at least 1 visit in a Grand Cru village. * 2 vineyard multi tasting stops * Since 2001 we have tailor-made itineraries for Champagne Lovers * We plan over 400 private vineyard tours a year with experienced drivers * We work with over 80 vineyards & Houses in Champagne * We use sedans up to 3 & minivans up to 7 * Feel free to send us questions and preferences prior to booking * Various lunch options at all budgets available. Let us know your preference.

Inclusions: Professional Expert Personalised Planning & Itinerary, Private transportation

Exclusions: Meals, Train Tickets, Vineyard Visit & Tasting Fee : Pay on the Spot - Approx. 75 to 110€pp

The Côte des Blancs south of Epernay is planted with 95% Chardonnay grapes. The white grape does well on the chalk rich soil. Chardonnay wines age well & its neutral character transmit the flavor of the terroir. Champagnes in this area are referred to as "blanc de blancs" example of which include Krug’s Clos du Mesnil & Taittinger’s Comtes de Champagne. * 2 family vineyards will welcome you in English to tour their estate in the Cote de Blancs ending with multi tasting of Grand Cru Chardonnays * 2 top family vineyard tasting stops * Since 2001 we have tailor-made itineraries for Champagne Lovers * We plan over 400 private vineyard tours a year with experienced drivers * We work with over 80 vineyards & Houses in Champagne * We use sedans up to 3 & minivans up to 7 * Feel free to send us questions and preferences prior to booking * Various lunch options at all budgets available. Let us know your preference.

Inclusions: Professional Expert Personalised Planning & Itinerary, Private transportation

Exclusions: Meals, Train Tickets, Vineyard Visit & Tasting Fee : Pay on the Spot - Approx. 75 to 110€pp

You will spend the day in the Champagne countryside in the Reims Mountains according to the planning and your preferences. 5 family vineyards will welcome you in English to visit their estates followed by a multi tasting. Tasting stops last around 45mins * Since 2001 we have tailor-made itineraries for Champagne Lovers * We plan over 400 private vineyard tours a year with experienced drivers * We work with over 80 vineyards & Houses in Champagne * We use sedans up to 3 & minivans up to 7 * Feel free to send us questions and preferences prior to booking

Inclusions: Professional Expert Personalised Planning & Itinerary, Private transportation

Exclusions: Meals, Train Tickets, Vineyard Visit & Tasting Fee : Pay on the Spot - From Approx. 75€pp

Discover the 3 main grape growing regions. Pinot Meunier accounts for about 35% of the Champagne region's grapes and most prevalent in the Marne Valley. Pinot Noir is the main grape cultivated in the Montagne de Reims, which lie between the Reims Mountain Regional Natural Park, the city of Reims, and Epernay. The Cote de Blancs, is known for Chardonnay grapes. * Visit 3 family vineyards covering each of the 3 main grape growing region will welcome you in English to visit their estates and taste 9 or more cuvées * Since 2001 we have tailor-made itineraries for Champagne Lovers * We plan over 400 private vineyard tours a year with experienced drivers * We work with over 80 vineyards & Houses in Champagne * We use sedans up to 3 & minivans up to 7 * Feel free to send us questions and preferences prior to booking. * Various lunch options at all budgets available. Let us know your preference.

Inclusions: Professional Expert Personalised Planning & Itinerary, Private transportation

Exclusions: Meals, Vineyard Visit & Tasting Fee : Pay on the Spot - Approx. 75-90€pp