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Strasbourg
Alsace Private Day Tour: Colmar, Riquewihr & Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle
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private tours
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Day Trips
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08 hours
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Small Groups ( 2~8 )
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Highlights
- Visit the enchanting small town of Colmar with your guide
- Explore the villages along the Alsace Wine Route to Riquewihr
- English guided Visit of Haut Koenigsbourg Castle
- English speaking guides, local experts of Alsace
Program & Itinerary
Private Sightseeing Excursion through the Alsace Region
This highly recommended full-day tour is designed for travelers who want to make the most of their stay in Alsace. Our Pearls of Alsace itinerary combines what we consider the region’s essential highlights, including charming towns, traditional villages, impressive monuments, and major historical landmarks.
Departure from Strasbourg
In the morning, your English-speaking driver/guide will pick you up at your centrally located accommodation in Strasbourg. After presenting the program and itinerary for the day, you will board your comfortable, air‑conditioned vehicle and set off on a full‑day tour that showcases the very best of Alsace.
Discover exquisite Colmar
Your first stop is the beautiful town of Colmar. On arrival, follow your guide on a walking tour through one of France’s most picturesque small towns. Discover the charm of the old town and its prestigious monuments, including the Pfister House, the Koïfhus, and Saint‑Martin Collegiate Church, as well as the postcard‑perfect districts of Little Venice and the former tanners’ quarter.
Visit Riquewihr and enjoy free time for lunch
Next, continue to the fortified village of Riquewihr. Protected by its ramparts, this wine village has been remarkably preserved, with narrow streets, timber‑framed houses, and defensive walls that still reflect its 16th‑century golden age. Enjoy some free time to explore at your own pace, browse shops and wine cellars, and have lunch in one of the many traditional restaurants or winstubs.
Panoramic views along the Alsace Wine Route
In the afternoon, follow a scenic section of the Alsace Wine Route. Nestled between the Rhine plain and the Vosges mountains, this legendary route winds for over 170 kilometres through rolling vine‑covered hills and picturesque villages. As you drive, admire church steeples rising above clusters of flower‑decked half‑timbered houses and enjoy superb panoramic views over the vineyards and valleys.
Visit the mighty castle of Haut‑Koenigsbourg
Finally, reach the impressive Haut‑Koenigsbourg Castle, perched high above the plain. Follow your guide on a tour of this reconstructed medieval fortress, originally built in the 12th century on a strategic site overlooking key trade routes for wine, wheat, and salt. Explore its drawbridge, courtyards, ramparts, and furnished rooms as you learn about its turbulent history and commanding position over the region.
Return to Strasbourg & optional wine tasting
After your visit of Haut‑Koenigsbourg, relax on the drive back to Strasbourg, where you will be dropped off at your accommodation. As this is a private tour, your guide can also help arrange a wine tasting stop during the day if you would like to sample some of the renowned white wines of Alsace along the route.
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Pick up at your hotel or accommodation in Strasbourg
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Private guided walking tour in Colmar
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Follow the Alsace Wine Route
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Stop in Riquewihr and enjoy some free time for lunch (at own expense)
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Private guided visit of Haut Koenigsbourg Castle
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Drop off in Strasbourg
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Know before you book
In regards to the protection of the environment, we will no longer provide plastic bottles of water during our tours. You are kindly advised to bring your own. Water and refills are available at the wineries, museums and attractions visited.
- Strasbourg Day Trip available all year round (except Dec. 25th, 26th and Jan. 1st)
- 9 hour Private Alsace Sightseeing Tour
- Tour is operated in English, other languages on request
- Prices are per person from 2 to 8 persons - Larger groups please contact us
- Tour involves some walking, good walking shoes recommended
- Tour is not wheelchair accessible
Pricing Information (2 – 8 Persons)
| Base 2 | Base 3 | Base 4 | Base 5 | Base 6 | Base 7 | Base 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 405€ | 277€ | 213€ | 174€ | 148€ | 130€ | 116€ |
*Prices shown are per person.
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Reviews
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Matthias
30, Sep 2025
I can highly recommend the Ophorus team. My day tour was individually tailored to my wishes. The driver-guide, Thierry, was excellent and we had great... -
Jack K
06, Dec 2024
We enjoyed a half day tour with Thierry. The villages are beautiful and their history is very important to learn. Theirry was kind, funny and an enjoyable... -
Adam Wilson
25, Apr 2024
Wonderful tour of Alsace villages. My mom said this was THE highlight of our trip through France, and that's after the museums of Paris, the Chartres... -
Patricia Bautista
05, Sep 2023
I wish I could give this tour 10 out of 5 stars. I couldn’t recommend this enough! Damien was an amazing guide — his passion for Alsace just oozes! This...
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Included
- Guided Walking tour of Colmar
- Visit of Riquewihr & time for lunch
- Follow the Alsace Wine Route
- Tickets & Visit of Haut Koenigsbourg castle
- English-speaking driver & guide
- Travel in premium vehicle
Excluded
- Entrance fees to monuments & attractions unless specified in program
- Personal travel insurance and expenses
- Meals, drinks & wine tasting fees
- Gratuities for the driver/guide
FAQ
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Do you organize pick up and return at accommodation for Strasbourg private tours?
Yes, all private tours include a pick up and drop off at requested location – hotel, AirB&B, Strasbourg airport, Strasbourg train station. We also pick up 30kms around Strasbourg at no extra cost. -
What type of vehicles are used during a day trip from Strasbourg?
Our company uses only premium cars & minivans that can take up to a maximum of 8 passengers. All vehicles are new or recent, comfortable, spacious and have A/C. For larger groups, you will need to contact us directly. -
What can we expect on this Pearls of Alsace private tour from Strasbourg?
This tour is a perfect introduction to the major landmarks of the Alsace region. Conducted by one of our in-house local guides, visit Colmar on a private guided tour. Follow the stunning Alsace Wine Route and stop in the village of Eguisheim for a visit or a wine tasting session of delicious Alsace White Wines. Lunch in a local restaurant (at own expense) along the wine route and end the day with the visit of a formidable Castle. -
Who conducts these Alsace private tours from Strasbourg?
All our tours are conducted by English speaking guides that are also, in most cases, the driver. Commentaries on board the vehicles during driving time. All walking tours and guided visits are taken care of by your guide. For a more personalized experience, we can also organize any private tour with both driver and guide.
For all our private wine tours in France, local guides are all experts in wines and hold wine diplomas or are professional sommeliers. Most of our in house guides hold at least the WSET level 2 in wines. -
Is this Private Full Day Tour of Alsace only available in English?
No, our talented, in-house multi lingual guides will be happy to conduct the tour in French, Spanish, German, Italian. Just ask for availability. -
Is the Isenheim Altarpiece visit included on this day trip from Strasbourg?
As this is a private tour we can absolutely include the Unterlinden museum visit including the Isenheim Alterpiece. During the booking process, you will be asked if you would like to include the visits and you will be able to buy the tickets. Once we receive your booking, we will automatically asign one of our in house licensed tour guides to your tour who will conduct the visit just for you and your party. -
Is the price per person or per group?
All our private tours are priced per group of 2 to maximum 8 passengers, not per person unless you book one of our special offers for 2 persons. -
Is lunch included on this private tour from Strasbourg?
No, we never include lunch on our private tours. However, let us know if you would like us to suggest and pre-book a local restaurant reservation. Our team will be happy to organize this for you at no extra cost. You can also talk with your guide directly in the morning. Let him know your wishes and she/he will adapt the tour accordingly and suggest the best possible options.
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