Leave Strasbourg for a full-day exploration of Alsace’s most iconic landscapes and historic sites. Travel through vineyard-covered hills and storybook villages where French and German influences blend into a unique regional identity.
Visit the impressive Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle overlooking the Rhine plain before continuing along the Alsace Wine Route to discover charming villages and the colorful town of Colmar. Designed for travelers seeking an authentic introduction to the region, this small-group experience combines cultural discovery, scenic beauty, and relaxed exploration without the stress of planning or driving.
All visits and entrance fees are included, allowing you to enjoy the day without additional planning or unexpected costs.
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Why you’ll love this tour
Visit Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle overlooking the Alsace plain
Scenic drives through vineyards and countryside
Learn about Alsatian culture and history with a local guide
Explore picturesque villages along the Alsace Wine Route
Discover Colmar’s historic old town and canals
Your day at a glance
Discover the Cultural Heart of AlsaceThis full-day small-group journey from Strasbourg offers a complete introduction to Alsace, combining its most iconic castle, historic towns, and picturesque villages in one carefully curated experience. Colmar: The Jewel of AlsaceContinue to Colmar, often considered the most picturesque town in Alsace. Follow your guide through its historic center before ...
Discover the Cultural Heart of Alsace This full-day small-group journey from Strasbourg offers a complete introduction to Alsace, combining its most iconic castle, historic towns, and picturesque villages in one carefully curated experience.
Colmar: The Jewel of Alsace Continue to Colmar, often considered the most picturesque town in Alsace. Follow your guide through its historic center before enjoying free time to explore canals, colorful half-timbered houses, and lively squares at your own pace.
Villages Along the Alsace Wine Route Throughout the day, travel along the famous Alsace Wine Route, stopping in carefully selected villages such as Eguisheim or Riquewihr. Flower-lined streets, traditional architecture, and local craftsmanship offer a glimpse into authentic regional life.
Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle Perched high above the Alsace plain, Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle offers sweeping panoramic views across vineyards, forests, and the Rhine Valley. During your included visit, discover the history of this restored medieval fortress and gain insight into the strategic importance of Alsace throughout European history.
Travel Comfortably in a Small Group Limited to a maximum of eight guests, this experience allows a relaxed pace and personal interaction with your guide. Travel takes place in a premium Mercedes minivan, ensuring comfort while accessing smaller roads and villages.
Operated by Ophorus, a licensed French tour company specializing in small-group experiences since 2005, this tour provides a seamless and enriching introduction to Alsace.
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Strasbourg meeting point
Meet your guide
Meet your guide
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Colmar
Visit Colmar with your guide followed by some free time
Visit Colmar with your guide followed by some free time
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Riquewihr
Visit the town of Riquewihr followed by free time for lunch (at own expense)
Visit the town of Riquewihr followed by free time for lunch (at own expense)
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Haut-Kœnigsbourg castle visit
Visit the castle with your guide
Visit the castle with your guide
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Drop off location
Tour returns to original departure point
Tour returns to original departure point
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Informations
Language spoken
English
Know before you book
Instant confirmation upon booking
Tour is operated in English.
Prices are per person.
Minimum 2 adult participants required
Small-group tour limited to 8 guests
Know before you go
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before departure
Children under 4 years old are not allowed on the tour.
Pick up in front of Strasbourg Tourism Office. Guide will have a sign with company logo and tour name. Please be ready 10 minutes before tour departure time. All tours leave on time.
Return
Tour returns near original departure point. You will be dropped off at Place Gutenberg.
During Christmas period : The tour returns to Strasbourg, just outside the Grande-Ile district, with the exact address to be arranged with the guide.
Group information
This experience operates as a small-group tour limited to a maximum of 8 guests, ensuring a relaxed and personalized atmosphere. Private tour options are available upon request.
Just get in touch to find out more! Contact us by email: groups@ophorus.com (groups from 8 people)
For groups of 2-8 people please fill out this form: ophorus.com/contact-us/
Reviews
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Charles P
16, Dec 2025via Viator
The town of Colmar and the villages are beautiful at Christmas time, and the castle is
awesome. I would recommend the tour.
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Elizabeth
16, Sep 2025via Google
We had a wonderful day tour with Alain. He is very knowledgeable of the area and shared his extensive knowledge of the castle, villages and people. Highly recommend the tour!
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Karen
02, Jul 2025via Get Your Guide
Very impressed with the places visited, Colmar and other small villages, and then the amazing Castle later in the day. Lots of excellent information from our tour guide Carlos, regarding history of the places and areas we visited, (and also he was lots of fun) a thoroughly enjoyable day, and would highly recommend. There was even time enough to enjoy a lovely sit down lunch as well.
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Veronica
27, Jun 2025via Viator
I loved this tour! It was worth taking a day excursion to see Colmar, Riquewihr, and Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg. I especially loved these enchanting towns that Beauty and the Beast is based off. The food is great, and it’s a lot of walking so don’t feel bad if you eat a lot that day! The tour guide was friendly and also allowed us to have some free time and explore.
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Jonha
25, Jun 2025via Get Your Guide
Very well planned itinerary, friendly knowledgeable guide (Laurent) with great sense of humour, good pace & no time wasted yet no pressure. Good balance of guided walks and free time to enjoy the beautiful sights leisurely. (+ travelling in a mini bus with air con made the trip very comfortable as the day was extremely hot!) We would definitely recommend this tour to anyone with limited time to discover Alsace.
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Safia
17, May 2025via Viator
We spent the day with Roxanne, our tour guide, and a small group of eight people. From beginning to end, Roxanne did a great job at not only providing the interesting history of the region, but as a local herself, she injected the tour with her own personal anecdotes and insights. The places you visit are stunning, and you really get bang for your buck, hitting up some truly iconic sights. A must do when in Strasbourg!
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Jessica P
17, Feb 2025via Viator
Really great view of the area. Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgeable, and we had plenty of time at each stop.
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Pamela Aguilar
27, Mar 2024via Viator
It is a very beautiful place with a lot of history and very peculiar
Quick answers
Are entrance fees included?
Yes. Entrance fees to Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle and all planned visits are included in the tour price, allowing for a seamless and stress-free experience.
Is this suitable for first-time visitors to Alsace?
Yes, this tour is designed as a comprehensive introduction to the region.
Will we have free time?
Yes, free time is included in Colmar and selected villages.
How much walking is involved?
Moderate walking is required, especially at Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle and village centers.
Is this a wine tour?
No. This tour focuses on discovering Alsace’s cultural and historical highlights. Wine may be available during free time but tastings are not included.