Veuve Clicquot's Legacy: Women Winemakers of France
From Paris to Reims
A 6-night/7-day journey honoring Madame Clicquot and female pioneers in wine
June 16-22, 2026
Special Inaugural Journey Pricing
$6,595 per person with your own private room throughout the journey
$6,095 per person when sharing a room with a friend or family member
Key Trip Details:
Group Size: Limited to 8 women to ensure an intimate, personalized experience
Activity Level: Moderate - Walking tours on cobblestone streets, vineyard paths, and cellar steps. Alternative arrangements available when possible.
Accommodation: Carefully selected 4-star accommodations in Paris and historic Reims, blending comfort with French elegance.
Season: June in France offers beautiful weather with comfortable temperatures (typically 60-75°F/15-24°C) and long daylight hours, perfect for enjoying both Paris's vibrant streets and Champagne's lush countryside.
Day 1: Welcome to Paris (June 16)
Afternoon: Individual arrivals and check-in at our charming 4-star hotel in central Paris
Early Evening: Welcome reception with champagne tasting at an elegant wine bar
Dinner: Welcome dinner at a restaurant celebrating female chefs
Evening: Brief introduction to our journey and the legacy of women in champagne
Welcome reception with champagne tasting and dinner included
Day 2: Exploring Paris (June 17)
Morning: Leisurely breakfast followed by a guided walking tour (approximately 1.5 hours) of Paris highlights with a focus on influential women in French history
Lunch: Group lunch at a charming Parisian bistro
Afternoon: Free time to explore museums, shops, or neighborhoods of your choice. Your GlidePath host can provide personalized recommendations based on your interests
Evening: Dinner on your own with suggestions provided
Walking tour and lunch included
Day 3: Paris to Champagne (June 18)
Morning: Leisurely breakfast and a bit of free time for Paris shopping or sightseeing
Late Morning: Departure to Reims via private luxury transportation (approximately 1.5 hours)
Afternoon: Check-in at our 4 star hotel in Reims followed by a guided tour of the magnificent Reims Cathedral where French kings were crowned
Evening: Free time to explore Reims with dinner on your own (recommendations provided)
Private transportation and cathedral tour included
Day 4: The Veuve Clicquot Experience (June 19)
Morning: Specially arranged private tour at Veuve Clicquot exploring Madame Clicquot's revolutionary contributions to champagne production and her remarkable legacy as a businesswoman who transformed the industry
Late Morning: Exclusive champagne tasting featuring vintages that showcase Madame Clicquot's innovative techniques, including her groundbreaking riddling method that revolutionized champagne production
Lunch: Delicious lunch on the Café Clicquot terrace, hailed for a "chic and relaxed bistronomic experience"
Late Afternoon: Special presentation on Veuve Clicquot's innovative partnership with designer Stella McCartney, where grape stems from Madame Clicquot's historic vineyard in Bouzy are transformed into luxury accessories - a modern continuation of female entrepreneurship, sustainability and resourceful innovation
Evening: Special champagne-paired dinner celebrating the women of Champagne
Veuve Clicquot tour, tasting, lunch experience, and special dinner included
Day 5: Vineyards and Female Winemakers (June 20)
Morning: Visit to a prestigious champagne house known for its female leadership
Late Morning: Hands-on riddling demonstration and behind-the-scenes insights into champagne production
Lunch: Rustic picnic lunch among the vines prepared with seasonal local ingredients
Afternoon: Visit to a small, family-owned champagne house pioneering sustainable practices, with tastings of their exceptional cuvées
Evening: Dinner on your own with recommendations
Champagne house visits, riddling demonstration, and lunch included
Day 6: Return to Paris (June 21)
Morning: Breakfast and relaxation in Reims
Late Morning: Return to Paris via private transportation
Afternoon: Check-in at our Parisian hotel followed by free time to revisit favorite spots or discover new ones
Evening: Farewell dinner cruise on the Seine with champagne service, seeing Paris illuminated at night - a magical finale to our journey
Private transportation and farewell dinner cruise included
Day 7: Departure (June 22)
Morning: Leisurely breakfast at the hotel
Individual departures
Optional transfer to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
What's Included:
3 nights in 4-star accommodation in Paris
3 nights in 4-star accommodation in Reims
Daily breakfast
Welcome and farewell dinners
Special champagne-paired dinner celebrating women of Champagne
All scheduled lunches (including Café Clicquot terrace experience)
Champagne tastings and food experiences
Special presentation on the Veuve Clicquot x Stella McCartney collaboration
Expert local guides
Private transportation between Paris and Reims
Private transportation for excursions
All entrance fees
All gratuities for guides and drivers
GlidePath Travel host throughout
What's NOT included:
Airfare
Alcoholic beverages with meals (except for welcome reception, champagne tastings, and farewell dinner)
Dinners not specified as included
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Required travel insurance
Note: Sequence of activities may be altered due to availability or other logistics. Alternative activities of equal quality will be provided if needed.