Champagne River Cruises

Champagne Cruise Highlights

Your classic cruise will give you the chance to explore the true beauty of the region while understanding its history and sampling some of the finest wine in the world.

One of the cruises through the region that we offer is the Kir Royale Classic cruise. For this cruise, you’ll start in Paris and arrive at your luxury barge moored in Châlons-en-Champagne. After a champagne welcome by the Captain and crew, you’re set to explore the hotel barge, your cabin, and of course meet your new shipmates.

The next morning, after breakfast, you’ll then set off for your first cruise along the Canal Lateral à la Marne to Tours-sur-Marne. Here you’ll visit Reims and the 800-year-old Reims cathedral, before exploring the grand squares of the city and the elegant shopping arcades.

Pressoria, located on the iconic Avenue de Champagne, is an immersive museum dedicated to the world of Champagne. Housed in a beautifully restored former pressing centre, it takes you on a sensory journey through the landscapes and craftsmanship behind Champagne production, from vineyard to glass. One of the private champagne tasting’s will take you to the boutique grand cru winery of Frerejean Frères, with a gourmet private lunch in the salon of the family domain.

Your journey along the Marne will take you to Dormans, which is a water mill and World War One memorial. The 42-acre World War One American cemetery at Belleau Wood gives you the opportunity to learn about one of the bloodiest battles of the First World War. From here, your itinerary includes a visit to Maison Ayala for a tour and private tasting. The final mooring at Château-Thierry gives you some of the most incredible views, as the town overlooks the river.

The classic La Nouvelle Etoile cruise is ideal for those looking for a different way to explore the region. Starting in Paris, you’ll cruise by Notre Dame and the Eiffel Tower for some incredible photo opportunities. Travelling along the River Marne, you’ll be taken to the Chateaux of Vaux-le-Vicomte, before exploring the Meaux cathedral.

Meaux’s reputation proceeds it, making your trip to a local cheese maker of “Brie de Meaux” well worth it. Sample cheese and wine from the cellar before cruising to La Ferte. From here, you’ll travel to Chateau Thierry, the scene of American battles during World War One.

On to Reims, where you’ll visit the Cathedral and the Musee de la Reddition, which is well-known for its historical significance. Next is a trip to the Abbey of Hautvilliers, where you can discover the history of champagne and learn more about the story of the famed monk – Dom Perignon’s first champagne. You’ll enjoy a meandering journey to the village of Cumieres, just outside of Épernay, where you’ll enjoy a private wine tasting.

Why Book a Champagne Region Cruise?

The Champagne region of France is a popular holiday destination, offering you stunning vineyards, rolling hills, and some of the finest wine and cheese in the world. With a rich history to explore and delightful food and drink to enjoy, Champagne gives you the best of France to explore.

Your Champagne river cruise will take you off the beaten path and onto the water, where you’ll be expertly guided along the inland waterways to see what the area has to offer. If you are looking for a holiday with a difference, this is it.