A rose by any other name is still a rose but a champagne by any other name is not Champagne. It is only Champagne if it grows in Champagne, France. The gentle rolling hills, temperate climate and chalky soil in this region proved ideal for making this sparkling wine, with a process which was brought to the area by monks from the south of France. The TGV service makes the non-stop run in as little as 31 minutes - it's quicker to get to Champagne from the Paris airport than to a hotel in Paris. For this reason, the area makes a perfect start or finish to a Paris vacation.
In this 3 day/2 night independent package you'll visit two of the big Champagne Houses, Pommery in Reims and Moet & Chandon in Epernay. This is an easy way to get a general overview of production and tasting. You'll also visit some of the small producers in the villages where they make the wines from their own grapes. Your accommodations will be at a 5-star hotel, arguably the best in the region, complete with Michelin star restaurant and spa. You will also experience making your own vintage champagne at an exclusive workshop.
Tastings as listed on the itinerary; all activities and meals listed in the itinerary; private car and driver, 5* hotel accommodations with breakfast.