Vranken Pommery Champagne – Private Tour
Chateau les Crayeres
Treat yourself to a luxurious day trip on a private plane with a modern cabin featuring fine leathers and attention to detail, to the home of Champagne and experience doubleMichelin starred culinary delights at Maison De Champagne Vranken-Pommery.
The only one of its kind in Champagne, this Elizabethan-style estate was conceived and built by Mrs Pommery in the 19th century! Take a private tour of the cellars for a peek into Gallo-Roman chalk quarries and the contemporary art exhibit.
MICHELIN Guide 2019 described the 2 star restaurants as “Located in a magnificent Champagne house Domaine Les Crayères offers luxurious culinary performances at the height of its interior decoration. Overlooking a huge park, the atmosphere is soothing and friendly, in communion with nature”.
PROVISIONAL & SAMPLE PACKAGE CONTENT
- Pre-flight customs clearance.
- Complimentary parking at Fairoaks private airfield (FRK).
- Return flight service on privately chartered aircraft for up to 8 passengers from Fairoaks (FRK) to private terminal at Chalons Vatry Airport (XCR).
- In flight selected complimentary bar and light nibbles available on board, including Champagne, spirits, beer and soft drinks.
- Return Chalons Vatry Airport to Vranken Pommery Champagne House, private vehicle transfers for the group.
- Tour guide to accompany guests from Chalons Vetry Airport throughout the day.
- A group tour of the Champagne house cellars.
- Tasting session with the opportunity to taste some of the Champagnes during the tour.
- Table for 8 guests at Chateau and Michelin starred Les Crayeres – Brasserie Le Jardin or Restaurant Le Parc.
- Stunning 3 course set lunch with 2 selected glasses of wine per person at the prestigious Chateau and Michelin starred Les Crayeres – Brasserie Le Jardin or Restaurant Le Parc. Located next to Vranken Pommery House.
- ATOL protected.
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VENICE SIMPLON ORIENT-EXPRESS
Belmond Hotel Cipriani, Venice
One of the most celebrated luxury hotels in Venice, sporting 270-degree views out across the lagoon, the Belmond Hotel Cipriani is an iconic hideaway guaranteed to enchant. Enjoy vistas spanning the Doge’s Palace to the church of St Giorgio and the islands beyond.
The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express is the most storied set of carriages in the world. It promises to take you not just across Europe, but to transport you back in time on a romantic overnight journey. With its polished wood, sumptuous upholstery and antique fixtures, the train epitomises the glamour and elegance of the Golden Age of travel. Mingle with your fellow travellers in the famous Bar Car ‘3674’ or admire the passing scenery from your cabin. Then dress to impress and head to one of the restaurant cars for an unforgettable evening.
PROVISIONAL & SAMPLE PACKAGE CONTENT
- One way economy class flight from a London airport to Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE).
- Luxury shared boat transfer from Venice Marc Polo Airport to Belmond Hotel Cipriani.
- One night’s accommodation at the 5 star Belmond Hotel Cipriani in a standard twin/double room with breakfast.
- One way shared transfer from the Belmond Hotel Cipriani to Venice Santa Lucia Train Station.
- Luxury Venice Simplon-Orient Express train journey from Venice in a standard twin cabin for one night to include:
- Delightful three course luncheon.
- A selection of pastries served in your cabin in the late afternoon.
- Leisurely four course dinner prepared on board by our skilled French chefs.
- Continental breakfast served in your cabin.
- Delicious brunch served in the restaurant cars.
- Traditional afternoon tea served with a glass of selected English Sparkling Wine aboard the Belmond British Pullman luxury train, sister to the Venice Simplon Orient-Express.
- Cash bar facilites in Bar Car ‘3674’ to purchase additional drinks on board throughout the journey.
- Carriage steward to assist with boarding & aid your comfort through the journey from Venice to the Channel Crossing.
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MICHELIN CULINARY EXPERIENCE
THE FAT DUCK
For many years, the 3 Michelin Star restaurant in Bray, has been at the forefront of multisensorial dining. Becoming more aware of the influence that the emotions, the surroundings and interactions have in the overall dining experience has allowed them to transformed the menu into a map highlighted by a journey consisting of 16 courses.
The cottages we use are 180 years old and located within a moment’s walk of pretty Bray High Street with lovely views over the memorial gardens. The quaint, picket fence and gate leads through a quintessentially English garden to the front door, the façade concealing the surprising spaciousness of the interiors.
Pair these two elements with another jewel in Heston’s crown, The Hinds Head pub (1 star) you have the ultimate gourmet experience!
PROVISIONAL & SAMPLE PACKAGE CONTENT
- A private table for 4 guests at the exclusive 3 Michelin starred The Fat Duck.
- 16 course gastronomic set menu.
- Specially selected wine pairing to accompany the tasting menu.
- 1 nights accommodation within a luxury Bray cottage.
- Bespoke four course luncheon at Heston Blumenthal’s 1 Michelin Star 15th Century Hinds Head Restaurant.