Mumm Visit, Lunch Included

Reims or Epernay: Full day Champagne Mumm, family grower & lunch

★ 4.9 223 reviews

7.8 hours, pickup included, lunch included.

from $285.08 per person

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Duration: 7.8 hours
Meeting point: Reims train station, outside the tourist office
Cancellation: Free cancellation
Meal: Meal included

Overview

The day starts at the Reims train station, where a guide waits outside the tourist office by the station entrance. From there a small group of no more than eight travellers sets off by air-conditioned minivan for a full day through the Champagne region, lasting just under eight hours.

The shape of the day is a deliberate contrast. Mumm shows the scale of a major house, while later stops at family growers show production on a much smaller footing. Reviews from past travellers highlight the mix of a large house and small producers as a good way to understand the range of champagne production. A traditional lunch with the group is included along the way, and seven glasses are tasted across the day.

Transport, pickup and drop-off in Reims, and a personal guide for the day are all part of the package. Gratuities, personal expenses and any drinks beyond the tastings are not. One reviewer mentioned reaching spots they would never have made it to on their own, and the listing notes the tour is not compatible with children under 10.

What's Included

Included

Pick-up and drop-off in Reims
7 glasses tasted
Traditional lunch
Personal guide
Transport by air-conditioned minivan
Shared tour (max. 8 passengers)

Not Included

Gratuities
Personal expenses
Other drinks

Itinerary

Meet at Reims stationThe guide meets the group outside the tourist office at the train station, not the cathedral office. Arrive at least 5 minutes before departure.
Mumm cellars visitA visit to La Maison Mumm lasting 1.5 hours, with admission included.
Drive through Champagne-ArdenneTravel through the region by minivan, about 1.5 hours of driving and scenery.
Hautvillers stopA 1 hour stop in Hautvillers, free to enter.
Grower visits and lunchAbout 2 hours in the Champagne-Ardenne area covering family grower stops.
Return to ReimsThe tour ends back at the train station tourist office in Reims, the same point as the meeting place.

What To Expect From The Tour

A few practical points help the day run smoothly, based on the listing and what past travellers reported.

Getting there. The meeting point is the tourist office at the Reims train station, and there are two tourist offices in the city, so the listing warns against going to the cathedral one. Be there at least 5 minutes early. The meeting point is near public transportation.
Group feel. The van carries a maximum of 8 passengers on a shared basis. The listing promotes this as a personal guide experience, and the small cap keeps the group tight.
Eating and drinking. Seven glasses are included across the day, along with a traditional lunch. Several reviewers described the lunch in positive terms, with one calling it delicious. Tell the operator about dietary requirements when booking, since late requests are invoiced 20 euros.
Pace and walking. The day runs 7.8 hours with several stops, including time on foot in cellars and villages. The listing notes the tour is not wheelchair accessible and that most travellers can participate. Wear comfortable shoes.
Who runs each part. One reviewer noted that at Mumm the day guide drops the group off and returns about 1.5 hours later, because the house has its own guides. That reviewer also found the single tasting at Mumm thin compared with the several pours at the grower stops.
Scenery and photos. Multiple reviewers praised the views along the route and the beauty of the countryside. Bring a camera or a phone with charge for the stops.

Common issues. A few limits are worth knowing. The tour is not wheelchair accessible, animals are not allowed, and children under 10 cannot join. One reviewer reported that Mumm provides a single tasting while other stops on the tour pour several. Cancellations within 24 hours of the start receive no refund.

Common Questions

What Is Included In The Price?

Pickup and drop-off in Reims, seven glasses of champagne, a traditional lunch, a personal guide and transport by air-conditioned minivan are all included. Admission to Mumm is covered too. The tour runs as a shared experience with a maximum of 8 passengers.

Is Lunch Extra?

No, a traditional lunch is part of the package, and several reviewers spoke well of it. Any other drinks beyond the included tastings are not covered, and gratuities and personal expenses are excluded. Dietary requirements should be given at booking, since requests made later are invoiced 20 euros.

Where Does The Tour Meet?

The guide meets travellers outside the tourist office at the Reims train station. Note that Reims has two tourist offices, and this one is at the station, not at the cathedral. Arrive at least 5 minutes before departure. The tour ends back at the same point.

Can Children Join?

No, the listing states the tour is not compatible with children under 10 years old. Animals are also not allowed on shared tours for the comfort of all passengers.

Is The Tour Accessible For Limited Mobility?

The listing states the tour is not wheelchair accessible. It does note that most travellers can participate and that the meeting point is near public transportation. Anyone with concerns about walking through cellars or villages should check with the operator before booking.

What Is The Cancellation Policy?

Cancel at least 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start receive no refund, and changes requested inside that window are not accepted. The cut-off times follow the local time of the experience.