Hidden Gem- Château de Sacy

A fabulous weekend in Champagne at the magical Château de Sacy

Chateau-de-Sacy

At a glance

Region:Champagne
Type of Tour:
Duration:3/4 Days
Guide Price:From £828 to £1610 per person
Number of Meals:2 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 1 light lunch (3 Days)
3 breakfasts, 1 dinner and 2 light lunches (4 Days)
Number of Winery Visits:2 Champagne Houses (3 Days)
4 Champagne Houses and 1 tasting boutique (4 Days)
Number of Wines Tasted:Approximately 8 Champagnes (3 Days)
Approximately 18 Champagnes (4 Days)
Tour Transport:Full day guided and transported tour as part of a small group (3 Days)
Full day guided and transported tour as part of a small group and chauffeured vehicle for a full day (4 Days)
Dates / Availability:Available mid-week and weekends throughout the year.

Trip Summary

Whether you are looking for romance, rest or relaxation, enjoy a serene weekend in Champagne, in the middle of the vines, at the beautiful, 4* Château de Sacy. Due to the remote location of the Château, having access to your own vehicle is strongly recommended and we have included return Eurotunnel crossings as part of the package.

On arrival at the 4* Château de Sacy check into your room and then the rest of the day is free for you to relax in your peaceful surroundings, perhaps relax in the fantastic barrel-shaped hot tubs before enjoying a three course dinner in the gastronomic restaurant. Drinks have not been included as part of the package and can be ordered and paid for locally.

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On the morning of day two, you will be met at the Château by an English-speaking specialist driver/guide for a full day tour as part of a small group.  En route to your first visit, you will be driven through Reims city centre, where you will have the opportunity to see the amazing Cathedral. Reims Cathedral is one of the finest Gothic Cathedrals in northern Europe, where 25 Kings of France were crowned. You will start the day in style with a group tour and tasting at the world-famous Veuve Clicquot estate.  You will also stop at the famous hilltop village of Hautvillers, the “cradle of Champagne.” As well as admiring the spectacular views across the vineyards, your guide will take you on a tour of the village, visiting places such as the Church where Dom Perignon is buried. After such an interesting morning, you will then be taken to a beautiful private mansion for a unique Champagne tasting masterclass. As well as having the opportunity to taste the three principal grape varieties, a light lunch will also be served. In the afternoon, you will visit a small family-run Champagne House and after a tasting session of their Champagnes, you will enjoy a traditional French apéritif. Your guide will take you back to the Château at the end of the day

For those who would like the four day break, you will be met by a private driver on the morning of day three and accompanied throughout the day on a private basis. European drivers do not necessarily speak much English and are, therefore, not able to provide a full commentary en route to your activities. However, please rest assured that all winery tours are conducted in English. If you would instead like to be driven by a specialist, English-speaking guide, we can provide the relevant supplements upon request.

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The day will start in style as you will be welcomed as the guest of a prestigious Champagne House for a full tour of the estate followed by a tasting of their Champagne. There are several options subject to your preference and availabilities, including Mercier, GH Mumm, Pommery, Ruinart, Taittinger, and Moët & Chandon. Please note that a number of the more exclusive estates do not tend to receive visitors at weekends and some of them do not receive visitors at all. We would be pleased to discuss the various options with you and contact the individual estates accordingly.

Your next stop will be at a quaint tasting boutique for a comparative tasting session of three single varietal Champagnes (100% Chardonnay, 100% Pinot Noir and 100% Meunier). Platters of cheese and charcuterie will also be served.

In the afternoon, you will be welcomed at the estate of a boutique Champagne House. As well as having a tour of the property, you will learn the Napoleonic art of Sabrage (the art of opening the Champagne bottle with a sword). Since you will open your own bottles, you will then need to drink at least some of the Champagnes that have been opened.  Learning Sabrage is a tremendously fun and festive activity and not only is it a fantastic photo opportunity, you will also have acquired a new party trick to entertain your friends and family at home with! At the end of such an enlightening day, your chauffeur will take you back to the Château, where the evening is at leisure.

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Outline Itinerary

Day One

  • Drive to the Champagne region from the UK, taking the Eurotunnel from Folkestone to Calais. You are free to choose your crossing time.
  • Upon arrival, check into your preferred room at Château de Sacy.
  • In the evening, a three course dinner (excluding drinks) will be served in the Château’s gourmet restaurant.

Day Two

  • After breakfast, you will be met at the Château by an English-speaking guide, who will accompany you throughout the day as part of a small group. Your tour day will comprise of:
  • A tour and tasting at Veuve Clicquot.
  • A Champagne tasting masterclass and light lunch in a unique setting.
  • A tour and tasting at a small, family-run Champagne House.
  • You will be taken back to the Château at the end of the day.

 

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Day Three (Optional)

  • After breakfast, your tour day will comprise of:
  • A chauffeured vehicle for the day on a private basis.
  • A tour and tasting at a prestigious Champagne house of your choice. Options could include Mercier, GH Mumm, Pommery, Ruinart, Taittinger, and Moët & Chandon.
  • A comparative tasting of three Champagnes with platters of cheeses and meats.
  • A tour and tastings with Sabrage at a boutique Champagne House.
  • The evening is at leisure and we would be pleased to recommend a restaurant for dinner.

Final Day

  • After a leisurely breakfast, check out of the hotel and make your way back to the UK, taking the Eurotunnel from Calais to Folkestone.
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Accommodation

Great experience, the Château lived up to expectations.

Chris - Gloucester, UK

Package Prices

  • These prices are per person and based on two people travelling together and sharing a twin or double room.
  • These are realistic guide prices, based on travel in standard season (usually April to the end of October). Discounts often apply for travel out of season (usually November to the end of March) or if there are more than two of you travelling together. Please let us know your preferred travel dates for a definitive price.
  • Other room grades are available. Just let us know which you prefer and we will send you the relevant supplements for the various room grades.
  • Single supplements and extra night prices are available upon request.
Hotel NameRoom GradeStar RatingDurationPrice Per Person
Château de SacyClassic Room4*3 Days£878Book Now
Château de SacyClassic Room4*4 Days£1610Book Now
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Enhance your Experience/Tour Upgrades

If you would like to make your Grape Escapes holiday even more special, there are a number of additional activities that we can arrange for you. To complement the experience, these could be arranged to fit in/around your current itinerary or we can arrange additional nights and room upgrades at your hotel, as well as your travel arrangements, a stop-over en route and even a visit to another part of the country! See below for some of the most popular upgrades.

  • Stay longer! Just let us know your preferred hotel and room grade, and we will provide you with the relevant supplement for extra nights with breakfast.
  • Additional tours and activities! We would be delighted to provide inspiration for more wine tours and cultural activities. The possibilities are endless!
  • Experience the region’s gastronomy. The wine regions are brimming with unique gastronomic dining opportunities and what better way to enjoy a glass than with a mouth-watering meal? We offer a variety of menus to suit every budget. Contact us for prices.
  • Tailor-made tour extensions. The team at Grape Escapes have travelled extensively in Europe, not just in the wine regions and can therefore recommend and arrange tailor-made tour extensions to other regions and cities, for example Paris in France or Bilbao in Spain.
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Further Information

Travel to your weekend in Champagne

The price of this package includes Folkestone to Calais Eurotunnel crossings. Please see our travel page for other travel options and further information about travelling to your Champagne wine tour.

Hidden Gem Breaks

For more information on our Hidden Gem breaks please see our Hidden Gems page.

Further Information / To Book

To secure your booking, a deposit of £100 per person is required (or 20% if the price of your trip exceeds £500 per person). Your remaining balance will then be due 60 days before travel. Please call us on +44 (0) 1920 46 86 66 or email info@grapeescapes.net to request a booking form.

Brilliant experience. The tours, tastings and guides were very well put together and delivered.

Adam - London, UK

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