Alsace Grands Crus Wine Journey Private Tour from Strasbourg

FAQ

• How long is the Alsace Wine Route?

  The Alsace wine route is one of oldest wine routes in Europe. It is about 170 kms long equivalent to 105 miles and passes through 120 villages that are considered some of the most beautiful of Alsace. It was officially opened in 1953 and stretches from Strasbourg in the north to the South of Colmar. 

• 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.

   

• 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. 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 Alsace Wine Tour 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.

• What can we expect on this Grands Crus Alsace Wine Tour?

  This tour is a perfect introduction to the best Alsace wines. Conducted by a local guide, expert in Alsace wines, our travel designers will pre-book outstanding wineries known for the quality of the wine that they produce. You will participate in commented tastings of Alsace Grands Crus varietals such as Riesling, Muscat or Gewurztraminer. The day also includes some great sightseeing as you will follow the stunning Alsace wine route. Admire the beautiful landscapes and ask your guide to stop in a lesser authentic village for lunch in a local restaurant (at own expense).

• Is the price per person or per group?

  All our private tours are priced per group of 2 to maximum 8 passengers. 

• Are the Winery Tours private in Alsace?

  We do our best to privatize the wine tasting sessions during our Private Alsace Wine Tours, but some of them are not.
  Please inform our reservation team about your wishes, during the booking process. Moreover, we do our best so that the tasting is conducted by the owner, a family member or the winemaker.

• Can we choose which Wineries we will visit on this Grands Crus Alsace Wine Tour?

  Yes, please let our team of travel advisors know which wineries you would like to include on your tour and they will do their best to pre-book your visits. Please note that we only start making winery reservations once you have booked your tour. Winery visits also depend on availability at time of booking.

• Is lunch included on this full day trip 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.