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Alsace tours and wine experiences in small groups of 2–8 travelers or on a private basis, departing from Strasbourg and Colmar. Explore the Alsace Wine Route and its villages, taste wines with local producers, visit Haut‑Koenigsbourg Castle and enjoy Black Forest day trips. In winter, experience Strasbourg and Colmar Christmas markets. Tailor-made multi‑day Alsace packages are also available with expert English‑speaking guides.
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Discover eastern France with our Alsace tours, where French elegance meets German heritage. This distinctive region is known for its scenic Wine Route, colourful half-timbered villages, world-class white wines, rich gastronomy and vibrant cultural traditions.
From Strasbourg and Colmar to vineyard-covered hillsides and storybook villages, Alsace is ideal for guided day trips, wine tastings, food experiences, Christmas market breaks and tailor-made private journeys.
Strasbourg is the ideal starting point for exploring Alsace. This UNESCO World Heritage city is known for its remarkable Notre-Dame Cathedral, picturesque canals, timber-framed houses and unique blend of medieval heritage, French culture and European identity.
Our Strasbourg tours reveal the city’s major landmarks and lesser-known districts with the insight of expert local guides. Explore the historic centre, admire the architecture of Petite France and discover a city where centuries of French and German influence meet.
Many guests combine Strasbourg with Colmar, another essential Alsace destination. Discover both cities, their heritage and the landscapes between them through our Strasbourg and Colmar tours.
The Alsace Wine Route is one of France’s most scenic wine regions. Stretching through vineyard-covered foothills between the Vosges Mountains and the Rhine Valley, it connects charming wine villages, family-run estates and historic towns such as Riquewihr, Eguisheim and Kaysersberg.
Departing from Strasbourg or Colmar, our Alsace wine tours introduce you to the region’s distinctive winemaking traditions. Visit local producers, enjoy guided tastings and discover why Alsace is especially celebrated for expressive white wines.
Taste emblematic grape varieties including Riesling, Pinot Gris, Gewürztraminer, Muscat and Pinot Blanc. Your guide will help you understand the influence of local terroir, grape varieties, food pairings and the traditions that make Alsace wines so distinctive.
Alsatian cuisine reflects the region’s rich cross-border identity. French technique meets hearty Central European influence in a food culture built around seasonal ingredients, local wines and generous regional recipes.
Discover specialities such as choucroute, tarte flambée, baeckeoffe, kougelhopf and local cheeses, served in traditional winstubs, family-run restaurants and lively markets. Wine, beer, fruit brandy and sweet pastries all play an important part in the local table.
For a deeper introduction to the region’s flavours, join one of our gourmet tours in Strasbourg or enjoy a guided food and wine experience in Colmar and along the Alsace Wine Route.
Alsace is one of Europe’s most sought-after winter destinations. During the festive season, Strasbourg, Colmar and smaller villages are transformed by illuminated streets, decorated timber-framed houses, artisan stalls and the aromas of mulled wine, gingerbread and seasonal specialities.
Strasbourg is widely known as the “Capital of Christmas,” while Colmar’s atmospheric old town and the wine villages of Alsace offer a more intimate festive setting. Christmas markets are an ideal way to experience the region’s traditions, local crafts and winter food culture.
Discover the festive season with our Alsace Christmas market tours, designed to showcase the region’s most memorable seasonal destinations.
Beyond wine and gastronomy, Alsace offers exceptional cultural and outdoor experiences. Visit the Musée Unterlinden in Colmar, home to the famous Isenheim Altarpiece, or explore Strasbourg’s Musée Alsacien for insight into regional life, traditions and craftsmanship.
The region also invites slower exploration through vineyard walks, cycling routes and scenic drives along the Vosges foothills. Its location on the French-German border makes Alsace an excellent base for cross-border excursions.
Travel beyond France on our private day trip from Strasbourg to Baden-Baden and the Black Forest, combining spa-town elegance, forest scenery and a different perspective on the Upper Rhine region.
Whether you are travelling as a couple, family, group of friends or solo traveller, Ophorus can help you experience Alsace in the way that suits you best. Choose a ready-to-book small-group experience or arrange a private tour with a dedicated guide and vehicle.
Private and tailor-made itineraries can be adapted around your interests, preferred pace and available time. Focus on wine estates, medieval villages, gastronomy, art, history, seasonal experiences or a combination of Alsace highlights designed exclusively for your party.
Ready to explore Alsace? Browse our Alsace tours below to find guided wine tours, cultural day trips, food experiences, Christmas market departures and private itineraries. For a personalised journey, contact our team with your travel dates, group size and interests.
Strasbourg, Colmar and the villages of the Alsace Wine Route are the region’s essential highlights. Strasbourg is ideal for history, architecture and city culture, while Colmar is known for its colourful old town and easy access to wine villages such as Eguisheim, Riquewihr, Kaysersberg and Ribeauvillé. A guided tour makes it easy to combine several destinations in one day.
Three to four days is a good amount of time for a first visit to Alsace. This allows time to explore Strasbourg, discover Colmar, enjoy a wine tour along the Alsace Wine Route and visit one or two traditional villages. A longer stay offers more time for food experiences, museums, hiking, cycling or cross-border day trips into Germany.france-intense
Yes. Strasbourg is close to the German border and makes an excellent starting point for a private day trip to the Black Forest and Baden-Baden. This is a popular option for travellers who want to combine Alsace’s wine villages and French heritage with German forest scenery, spa-town culture and cross-border history.
Yes. Private Alsace tours are ideal for couples, families and groups who prefer a dedicated guide, private transport and an itinerary adapted to their interests. You can focus on wine estates, villages, local food, art, history, Christmas markets or a combination of experiences from Strasbourg or Colmar.
Alsace is rewarding throughout the year. Spring and autumn are excellent for vineyard scenery, wine villages and milder sightseeing temperatures. Summer is well suited to outdoor activities, food and wine experiences, while late November and December are especially popular for Strasbourg, Colmar and village Christmas markets. The Alsace Wine Route is particularly lively from early August to mid-October, when many wine villages host harvest-season events.
Alsace is especially known for aromatic white wines, including Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Muscat. The region also produces Crémant d’Alsace sparkling wine and Pinot Noir. A guided wine tour is a convenient way to learn about local grape varieties, terroirs and food pairings while visiting independent producers and wine villages.
Choose Strasbourg if you want a larger city, major landmarks, easy rail access and a broad choice of restaurants, museums and seasonal events. Choose Colmar if you want to stay closer to the Wine Route, vineyard villages and the scenic landscapes of central Alsace. Many travellers enjoy staying in both cities, particularly on a multi-day itinerary.
Yes. Wine tours are suitable for beginners as well as experienced wine lovers. Your guide and winery hosts explain the region’s wine traditions, grape varieties and tasting techniques in an accessible way. You do not need previous wine knowledge to enjoy a tasting or visit a local estate.
Christmas markets in Alsace generally open from late November through December, although exact dates and opening times vary by town and change each year. Strasbourg, Colmar and many Wine Route villages host markets, but smaller villages may open only on selected days or weekends. Confirm the official programme before making travel arrangements. Strasbourg’s Christmas market dates back to 1570.
It is possible to visit both Strasbourg and Colmar in one day, especially with a guided tour or private driver, but a full day is recommended. Strasbourg and Colmar are linked by direct trains, and the journey takes about 30 minutes. For a more relaxed experience, spend at least one night in either city and add a separate day for the Wine Route.
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