Champagne & Parisienne Christmas Markets

Itinerary

Champagne & Parisienne Christmas Markets

Paris is always a good idea, especially in the run-up to Christmas! The iconic monuments and boulevards are beautifully illuminated, the Christmas markets are full of cheer and the seasonal delights on offer are deliciously warming (vin chaud or chocolat chaud and indulgent crêpes anyone?). As well as time to explore the cosy stalls, we enjoy a scenic cruise along the Seine and toast the beginning of Advent during a Mercier Champagne cellar tour in Épernay. A glass full of bubbles and a sky full of glittering festive lights makes for the perfect pre-Christmas treat.

Champagne & Parisienne Christmas Markets

We catch the ferry over to Calais and continue to the Mercure Parc des Expositions in Reims.

Champagne & Parisienne Christmas Markets

After breakfast, we make our way to Épernay, the capital of France's champagne-producing region. We visit the celebrated Mercier cellar for a tour and a tasting, discovering the emblematic blend of the Pinot Noir and Meunier grape varieties. In the afternoon, we rejoin the coach and head to Reims Christmas Market. Set against the backdrop of the magnificent Reims Cathedral, the market features over 140 wooden chalets offering a variety of seasonal treats, crafts and gifts. Wrap up warm and enjoy traditional French delicacies and seasonal treats such as as mulled wine, gingerbread and roasted chestnuts while exploring the charming stalls. There is time to have dinner at your leisure before returning to the hotel.

Champagne & Parisienne Christmas Markets

A special day in the French capital awaits. Paris Christmas Markets are always a magical experience, filled with festive cheer, twinkling lights and many tasty seasonal delights. There's plenty of free time to soak up the atmosphere, or why not join us on an optional guided city tour to take in all the main sights? We are also treated to a Seine River Cruise, the perfect way to take in the iconic skyline. Later, enjoy an early dinner at your leisure before the coach picks us up to return to the hotel.

Champagne & Parisienne Christmas Markets

We check out of our hotel and head to Calais for our return ferry home, stopping en route in Arras for lunch at your leisure.

Champagne & Parisienne Christmas Markets

• Return coach travel & ferry crossings
• 3 nights at the Mercure Parc des Expositions, Reims (JG4 rating) with breakfast
• Excursions to Reims & Paris Christmas Markets
• Mercier Champagne cellar tour
• Cruise on the River Seine
• En-route visit to Arras

Optional Guided Paris City Tour (£25pp)

Champagne & Parisienne Christmas Markets

• Excursions to Reims & Paris Christmas Markets
• Mercier Champagne cellar tour
• Cruise on the River Seine

Accommodation

Mercure Parc des Expositions Hotel, Reims, France JG4

Nestled in Reims, the heart of the famous champagne district of France, the Mercure Parc des Expositions is perfectly located for our break and promises a comfortable stay. The rooms are en-suite with tea and coffee-making facilities, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV and other facilities include a bar and a restaurant.

Hotel Rating

Accommodation in our JG4 category is of an even higher standard, typically offering a wide range of facilities and services. Bedrooms are designed to make your stay the most comfortable possible and the staff provide a service that reflects the detail and quality. You can also expect higher standards of food and beverages.