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

November 10, 2021 Natalie Tallman

Grand Est, previously Alsace-Champagne-Ardenne-Lorraine, is an administrative region in northeastern France.
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1. Veuve Clicquot Tour From Paris

Place du 11 Novembre 1918, 93140 Bondy, France Link Paris
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Take a one day trip from Paris to see the city of Reims, the historic cellars at Veuve Clicquot and family champagne winery.  Lunch and three champagne tastings included.  Tour includes 1st or 2nd Class rail tickets from Paris to Reims. Total tour day, including rail travel time, lasts approximately 11 hours.

Inclusions: Rail to and from Paris to Paris, Lunch, Three different champagne tastings, Pick-up and drop-off in Reims

Exclusions: Local transfers to and from your hotel/apartment in Paris, Gratuities

Reviewed By TravelFunForAll

My father and I had a fantastic tour of the D-Day Beaches, Sainte-Mere-Eglise and Bayeux in October. Our tour guide was Sabrina, and she tailored the day to meet our interests - including taking us by the statue of Dick Winters and Brecort Manor. We even managed to squeeze in a tour of the Bayeux tapestries at the end of the day, which was followed by a recommendation for dinner at the best restaurant in Bayeux before our train ride back to Paris - Le Moulin de Galette. It was a quaint restaurant near an old watermill that served delicious crepes. The tour was the highlight of our time in France. The tour also felt very safe from a COVID perspective - there was hardly anyone at the sites, the guide wore a mask, kept social distance and regularly offered hand sanitizer; there was also a divider in the van between the guide and the two of us.

2. From Paris: VIP Champagne Private Day Trip guided by Local Vineyard Owner

Gare de l'Est, Place du 11 novembre 1918, 75010 Paris, France Withlocals
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Make your way out of Paris for an all-inclusive private day trip to the beautiful Champagne district with a wine expert! - All Inclusive Day Trip to Champagne - Including luxurious lunch in Reims - Visit an reknowned artisan winery - Privately Guided by a Wine Expert and Vineyard Owner - Visit the stunning Reims Cathedral - Visits of Pommery or Veuve Cliquot House

Inclusions: Entrance tickets, Private Tour - Only your travel party & your guide, Lunch in Reims, Driver, Comfortable Transportation by Private Car with A/C, Pommery visit, Train tickets fee, Trained local guide, Champagne tasting, Local tips & recommendations, Make on-the-spot changes to the tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By lauracath88

My college age daughter and I had a great time seeing the sights with Ali in Feb 2020. He took us to spots with beautiful views of the city by night -views we would not have found on our own. Ali was easy to reach to meet up with and was a friendly, helpful guide.

3. From Paris: Champagne trip and tasting in Reims by train

Gare de l'Est, Place du 11 novembre 1918, 75010 Paris, France Universal Tour Guide

Avoid parisian traffic and take a train to the Champagne Region. Relax during a 45-minutes panoramic train trip to Reims. After the arrival, you will get aboard the Citybus that will take you to the champagne house of the world-famous Champagne Taittinger. In the 1-hour guided visit you will discover the cellars and their history. This tour will take you back in time until the 6th century, passing by 13th century and ending with a tasting of two types of champagne: a Brut Réserve, fruity and brioché champagne, and a second champagne, a Brut Millésimé 2013 vintage. After your guided visit, you will have free time to wander around the city. Discover treasures of inestimable value and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Sites. We recommend going to the breath-taking Notre-Dame Cathedral of Reims, the Saint-Remi Basilica, the Place Royale, the Palace of Tau and the Saint-Remi Parc.

Inclusions: Guided visit in a champagne cellar, Champagne tasting session (2 samples), Train tickets (round-trip from Paris to Reims)

Exclusions: Food and Drink, Shuttle from train station to the Champagne House (round trip 2,80 € per person– price 2020), Guide (for the places other than those specified as guided visit), Entrance fees to monuments, museums, attractions other than those specified in the program, Pick & drop off

Reviewed By Stay529096

Valerie was our tour guide. She was able to make this an amazing experience. We and our 10 year old grandson were captured by the stories and facts she told us. This has been history come to life.

4. Strasbourg Christmas Market 2-Day Tour from Paris by Train

Gare de l'Est, Place du 11 novembre 1918, 75010 Paris, France Dynamic Tourisme Paris

On this Christmas tour, you will visit the city of Strasbourg, which becomes a magical Christmas town during the winter festivity. Strasbourg is known as the birthplace of Christmas celebrations and every year since 1570, it has hosted a UNESCO world heritage site and one of the oldest Christmas Markets in Europe "Christkindelsmärik". Travel by train from Paris. You will have a 1hr30 private walking tour to discover the main sites, enjoy with all your senses; from the fairy-like lights to the delicious aromas. Once on your own let yourself be carried away by the city’s warm atmosphere, you´ll have two full days to marvel and wander around the 300 wooden chalets, see the city sparkling with countless lights and colors, and discover the Great Christmas Tree. The Capital of Christmas takes you into an enchanted and richly decorated city that will enthrall young and old. In the night, enjoy your dinner in a famous ALSATIAN RESTAURANT, and at the end of your second day, return to Paris.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast, Round-trip train tickets in 2nd class Paris/Strasbourg/Paris, 1hr30 private walking tour of the city and the Market, Diner at a famous Alsatian restaurant with wine, 3-star hotel in Strasbourg on Bed & Breakfast

Exclusions: Meals and beverages unless specified, Tips for the guide / driver, Additional nights in Strasbourg (Under request)

Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes

Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.

5. Strasbourg Christmas Market 1-Day Tour from Paris by Train

Gare de l'Est, Place du 11 novembre 1918, 75010 Paris, France Dynamic Tourisme Paris

On this Christmas tour, you will visit the city of Strasbourg, which becomes a magical Christmas town during the winter festivity. Strasbourg is known as the birthplace of Christmas celebrations and every year since 1570, it has hosted a UNESCO world heritage site and one of the oldest Christmas Markets in Europe "Christkindelsmärik". Travel by train from Paris. You will have a 1hr30 walking private tour to discover the main sites, enjoy with all your senses; from the fairy-like lights to the delicious aromas. Lunch at a famous Alsatian restaurant and once on your own let yourself be carried away by the city’s warm atmosphere, you´ll have the full day to marvel and wander around the 300 wooden chalets, see the city sparkling with countless lights and colors, and discover the Great Christmas Tree. The Capital of Christmas takes you into an enchanted and richly decorated city that will enthrall young and old. At the end of the day, take your train to Paris.

Inclusions: Round-trip train tickets in 2nd class Paris/Strasbourg/Paris, 1hr30 walking tour of the city , Lunch at a famous Alsatian restaurant with wine

Exclusions: Meals and beverages unless specified , Tips for the guide

Reviewed By F5148YLjoannes

Our local guide (“small” Lawrence) was kind and knowledgeable, and logistics with her and the tour were seamless. Only recommendation would be to cut the wax museum visit (which comes at the end of the day) because by then, you’ve heard Therese’ story a lot and seen “real” sites so the wax museum seemed superfluous.

6. Private Day Trip Tour to Champagne from Paris with a local

Gare de l'Est, Place du 11 novembre 1918, 75010 Paris, France Yo Tours

Because of the hilly landscape, the delicious champagne and the French words around you, visitng Champagne really feels like a vacation. Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the Champagne culture and to fall in love with Champagne region even more.

Inclusions: Tour Guide

Exclusions: Train Ticket to and from Paris, Alcoholic Beverages, Gratuities, Private transportation, Snacks

7. Vineyards of Reims from Paris. Full-Day Private Champagne Tour with French Lunch

Gare de l'Est, Place du 11 novembre 1918, 75010 Paris, France Local CoolTour

Get ready to enjoy a wonderful Private Day Trip outside of Paris. Visit the city of Reims and its famous Champagne production with your local guide. Walk through the vineyards, taste fine champagne, enjoy French cuisine, and learn about the history and culture of Reims. On this Private Day Trip, your guide will take you by high-speed train to Reims, to take a private car to the French countryside, famous for its champagne production. Visit two wineries, and, while listening to the explanation of specialized guides, taste the best champagne. Have a delicious French lunch in a family restaurant, surrounded by vineyards. Walk around the city of Reims, listen to stories and secrets your private guide has to tell you. Admire incredible historical buildings, among them the Cathedral of Reims and its high gothic windows, which will leave you breathless. Take a day out of the city and relax in the countryside, in magical Reims and the vast vineyards of the Champagne region!

Inclusions: 7 hs. private tour with a local guide, Return tickets by high-speed train to Reims, Transfers by private car to the champagne vineyards, 3 hs. Guided tour in two wineries with expert champagne guides, Tasting of 6 glasses of high quality champagne, Traditional French lunch in a charming family restaurant, Visit to the city of Reims and its highlights

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