Discover the highlights of Alsace on a full-day small-group trip from Strasbourg. Visit Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle, explore Colmar, and enjoy picturesque villages along the Alsace Wine Route with an expert guide. All entrance fees included.
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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
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 ...
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.
Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before departure
Children under 4 years old are not allowed on the tour.
This tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Comfortable walking shoes recommended
Included
English-speaking driver-guide
Guided visits in Colmar and selected villages
Scenic drive along the Alsace Wine Route
Tickets & visit to Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle
Small-group tour (max 8 participants)
Excluded
Personal travel insurance and expenses.
Hotel pickup and drop-off.
Meals and drinks (lunch)
Gratuities for the driver/guide.
Additional information
The itinerary combines guided visits and free time to allow both structured discovery and personal exploration. Villages visited may vary depending on season, local events, and operational conditions to ensure the best experience.
Reusable water bottles are encouraged as single-use plastic bottles are not distributed anymore.
Voucher information
Please present your mobile or printed voucher to your driver-guide at the meeting point in central Strasbourg at least 10 minutes before departure.
Terms and conditions
Full booking terms and conditions are available at:
https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales
Cancellation policy
Cancellation deadline: 24 hours
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Cancellations made less than 24 hours before departure are non-refundable.
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/
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Charles P
16, Dec 2025Viator
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 2025Google
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 2025Get 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 w…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 2025Viator
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 i…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 2025Get 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 leisure…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 2025Viator
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 in…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 2025Viator
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 2024Viator
It is a very beautiful place with a lot of history and very peculiar
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Quick answers
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.
How much walking is involved?
Moderate walking is required, especially at Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle and village centers.
Will we have free time?
Yes, free time is included in Colmar and selected villages.
Is this suitable for first-time visitors to Alsace?
Yes, this tour is designed as a comprehensive introduction to the region.
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.
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