Customized Alsace Discovery Tour

From $750

From $750 – Full day with a guide

Discover the charm, history, and flavors of northeastern France on a perfectly curated journey through one of Europe’s most enchanting regions, blending French and German heritage.

From the half-timbered streets of Strasbourg and the fairytale villages of Riquewihr and Eguisheim to the panoramic castles, scenic vineyards, and powerful WWI memorials, this tour combines cultural heritage with unforgettable experiences. Enjoy guided walks, wine tastings, local cuisine, and optional themed excursions including Jewish heritage, genealogy, and Christmas markets. Whether you’re a history buff, wine lover, or romantic explorer, Alsace awaits—authentic, timeless, and tailored just for you.

  • 1-4 Days
  • Private guided experience
  • Alsace, France
Pick-up: Your hotel or any address of your choice in Paris
Drop-off: Your hotel or any address of your choice in Paris
Activity level: Moderate, no restrictions
Price: From $750 / $1050 (minivan)
What's included:
  • ✔ Guiding services
  • ✔ Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • ✔ Private premium vehicle (Berline or Minivan)
What's extra:
  • ✖ Lunch, drinks, souvenirs

TOUR PLAN

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Day 1: Strasbourg – A Gateway to Alsace

  • Arrive in Strasbourg from Paris (1h45min by High Speed Train) or a nearby airport and settle into your charming boutique hotel.
  • Meet your guide and explore the UNESCO-listed Grande Île, with its half-timbered houses, canals, cobbled streets and emblematic squares of Broglie and Kleber.
  • Visit Strasbourg Cathedral, one of Europe’s most stunning Gothic masterpieces with 1010 years of history and a 142-meter spire.
  • Stroll through the German district (the "Kaiserplatz")to understand the complexity of the Alsacian identity.
  • Finish your tour in the historic and charming Petite France district and enjoy a traditional Alsatian dinner and a glass of Riesling at a winstub – a traditional tavern serving hearty local dishes.
  • For an unforgettable evening in Strasbourg, consider a scenic boat cruise along the Ill River, watch the stunning sound and light show at the Cathedral, enjoy a live jazz or classical concert at the Opéra national du Rhin or Artefact, or soak in the vibrant nightlife of Krutenau’s lively bars.
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Day 2: Castles & Medieval Villages

  • Start the day at Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle, a beautifully restored 12th-century fortress offering panoramic views over the Alsace plain.
  • Visit the ruins of Château du Hohlandsbourg or Château de Kaysersberg, both offering insight into medieval military architecture and breathtaking views over wine country.
  • Enjoy lunch along the way between castles and villages, ideally at a scenic vineyard inn, where you can savor hearty Alsatian meals with beautiful views.
  • Wander through Riquewihr and Eguisheim, two of the “Most Beautiful Villages in France,” with perfectly preserved half-timbered homes and flower-lined streets.
  • Overnight in Colmar, a postcard-perfect town steeped in rich history.
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Day 3: Colmar and The Alsace Wine Route

  • Enjoy a morning tour of Colmar, once a Free Imperial City of the Holy Roman Germanic Empire. Stroll through its well-preserved medieval Old Town, admire the canals of “Little Venice”, browse the covered market, and marvel at the famous Isenheim Altarpiece in the Unterlinden Museum.
  • Follow the iconic Route des Vins d’Alsace, a 150 km scenic trail through the foothills of the Vosges Mountains, passing rolling vineyards, charming wine villages, and welcoming cellars.
  • Stop for wine tastings at family-run wineries in Ribeauvillé, Turckheim, and Hunawihr, sampling varietals like Gewürztraminer, Riesling, and Pinot Gris.
  • Enjoy lunch at a vineyard inn, featuring Alsatian specialties such as choucroute garnie, tarte flambée, baeckeoffe, kougelhopf, or spaetzle.
  • Visit Obernai, a charming medieval and Renaissance town with a majestic belfry.
  • Alternatively, stop at the Musée du Vignoble et des Vins d’Alsace to deepen your wine knowledge.
  • Return to Colmar for the evening.
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Day 4: WWI Memory Tour in Alsace

  • Travel from Colmar and start your tour at the Linge Memorial and battlefield, exploring preserved WWI trenches and bunkers at one of Alsace's fiercest battle sites from 1915.
  • Enjoy regional cuisine at a traditional Vosges mountain farm inn, once used by soldiers.
  • Visit the Hartmannswillerkopf Memorial, its museum, and panoramic views over the former front lines.
  • Return to Strasbourg; take an evening train to Paris or extend your stay in Alsace.
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Optional Themed Tours in Alsace

  • WWII Memory Tour: Explore the Maginot Line Fortifications, Struthof-Natzweiler Concentration Camp, Alsace-Moselle Memorial in Schirmeck, and sites in Saverne or Mont Sainte-Odile.
  • Jewish History Tour: Discover Alsace’s rich Jewish heritage through historic synagogues, Jewish quarters, cemeteries, and centuries-old communities. Pay tribute to the victims of fascism at Natzweiler-Struthof.
  • Genealogy Tour: Trace your Alsatian ancestry and visit ancestral towns.
  • Christmas Markets Tour: Experience the magic of Alsatian villages and their traditional Christmas markets (seasonal).
  • Day Tours to Germany & the Black Forest: Cross the border to discover Heidelberg, Baden-Baden, Freiburg im Breisgau, Basel, or explore natural wonders in the Black Forest.
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Additional Experiences

  • Participate in a wine pairing or Alsatian beer crafting workshop.
  • Join a cooking class to prepare traditional dishes like choucroute garnie, tarte flambée, or baeckeoffe.
  • Visit farms in the Vosges and learn how Munster cheese is traditionally made.
  • Explore the vineyards along the Alsace Wine Route on an E-bike tour.
  • Craft traditional Alsatian ceramics at studios in Soufflenheim or nearby villages.
  • Enjoy guided hikes through the Vosges Mountains or the Black Forest.
  • Take a guided boat tour through the canals of Colmar or Strasbourg. Go for a hot air balloon ride or try tandem paragliding over picturesque landscapes.
  • Combine your Alsace visit with a tour of Paris, Normandy, Burgundy, or other regions of France.
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Final tips

  • You will be accompanied by a professional guide-driver with expertise in history, art, and local culture.
  • Enjoy guided tastings led by professional sommeliers and wine producers.
  • We provide assistance with hotel and restaurant reservations, travel and transfers, ticket bookings, and scheduling activities.
  • Enjoy 24/7 English-speaking telephone support during your travels.
  • This itinerary can be customized to suit your preferences.
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Young girl wearing a traditional Alsatian costume and a flower crown, seen in profile during a cultural event.

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