Experience the magic of Christmas in Reims on this exclusive private day trip from Paris. Begin your journey with a scenic drive through the French countryside, arriving at Reims in time for a guided walking tour. Explore the stunning Reims Cathedral (UNESCO) and historic city streets, while your professional guide shares stories of the city’s rich heritage.
After the tour, enjoy a cozy winter picnic at the Parc de Champagne. Savor hot drinks and seasonal French treats, complemented by a glass of Champagne per guest. Capture the peaceful winter atmosphere and elegant surroundings — a perfect setting for cozy festive photos.
Continue to the Reims Christmas Market for free time to wander among charming chalets, sample local delicacies, and soak in the festive ambiance.
Optionally, you may add a visit to one of Reims’ Champagne Houses (such as Taittinger, Pommery, or Veuve Clicquot), subject to availability.
Return comfortably to Paris in your private vehicle.
Highlights:
- Enjoy a private Christmas day trip from Paris to the festive Champagne capital of Reims
- Discover the UNESCO-listed Reims Cathedral and learn its royal and cultural history
- Stroll through Reims’ elegant streets beautifully decorated for the holiday season
- Experience a cozy winter picnic at Parc de Champagne with gourmet treats and Champagne
- Visit the Reims Christmas Market, filled with local crafts, lights, and seasonal flavors
- Option to add a Champagne House visit (Taittinger, Pommery, or Veuve Clicquot)
- Travel in comfort with private round-trip transport from Paris
Itinerary
09:00 – 11:00Departure from Paris Your festive day begins with a comfortable hotel pick-up in a private premium sedan or spacious minivan. Relax and enjoy the scenic drive through the French countryside as your driver shares stories about the Champagne region and its holiday traditions.
11:00 – 12:30Guided Walking Tour Discover the charm of Reims, the unofficial capital of Champagne. Stroll through elegant boulevards and cobblestone streets, and admire the stunning Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral, where French kings were once crowned. Your guide will lead you through the historic heart of the city, filled with majestic architecture and seasonal decorations.
12:30 – 14:00Enjoy a cozy outdoor picnic set in the elegant Parc de Champagne in Reims. Sip hot drinks — tea, coffee, or mulled wine — and taste a selection of fine French treats paired with a glass of Champagne per guest. Surrounded by graceful trees and calm winter landscapes, this is the perfect moment to unwind, take beautiful photos, and soak in the festive spirit of Champagne country.
14:00 – 16:00Free Time at Christmas Market Continue your festive adventure at the Reims Christmas Market, one of France’s most charming holiday fairs. Wander among more than 100 wooden chalets offering local delicacies, artisanal gifts, and Christmas decorations. Taste regional specialties like gingerbread, mulled wine, and Champagne-infused sweets. OPTIONAL: you may add a visit to one of Reims’ Champagne Houses (such as Taittinger, Pommery, or Veuve Clicquot), subject to availability.
16:00 – 18:00Departure to Paris After a magical day in Reims, settle back for a comfortable drive to Paris in your private vehicle. Enjoy the peaceful evening countryside views as the city lights of Paris draw near.
18:00Arrival back in Paris, drop-off at your selected location