Itinerary | The pearls of Alsace ( France ) and
the Black Forest ( Germany )
The pearls of Alsace ( France ) and
the Black Forest ( Germany )
5 days /4nights
We invite you to discover a unique place in Europe by combining visits of Alsace (France) and Baden-Würtenberg (Germany), two aeras living so close together in two different countries.
Their history, their autenticity, their breathtaking landscapes, their magnific villages and towns, their cultures their gastronomy will charm you.
Today Strasbourg is one of the capital cities of Europe.
Day 1Arrival in Strasbourg ( France ) Private Tour Strasbourg
Welcome to France! Upon your arrival at the Strasbourg railstation or airport, your english speaking guide-driver will welcome you.
Let's start your private tour of Strasbourg.
You will discover the amazing city of Strasbourg, its majestic cathedral, its historical center, its half timbered and colorful houses, and its scenic Petite France district.
Taste a local speciality: the famous gingerbread from Mireille Oster. She will share with you her manufacturing secrets and her love for Alsace.
Enjoy a boat tour on the river lll, to admire Strasbourg from the canals.
Your guide will be happy to give you his recommandations for dinner.
Overnight in Strasbourg.
Day 2Full day private tour Baden-Baden and Black Forest ( Germany )
Pick up at your hotel.
After crossing the frontier to Germany, let's drive to Baden-Baden (1 hour) and discover its mediterranean way of life. Wander through the surprising-city, the natural green gateway to the Black Forest, that has so much to offer, thanks its rich and diverse cultural heritage.
Enjoy the breathtaking views of the Black Forest through the scenic route culminating at an altitude of over 1000 meters. You will have a stop to taste the famous Black Forest, a chocolate, cherries, and kirsch cake, on the shores of the Mummelsee glacial Lake.
Overnight in Strasbourg.
Day 3Day 3 Full day private tour Obernai, Haut-Koenigsbourg castel – Colmar ( France )
Pick up at your hotel.
After the visit of Obernai, a lovely medieval and Renaissance city you will have a stop at Mittelbergheim, a unique village ranked among the most Beautiful Villages of France.
Optionnal: lunch at an environnement friendly winery in order to taste the traditionnal Alsace ''tartes flambées ''.
Visit the Haut-Koenigsbourg castle, a mountain-side fortress from the 12th Century, and symbol of the Alsace history.
Overnight in Colmar.
Day 4Full day private tour Colmar – Kaysersberg – Riquewihr ( France )
Pick up at your hotel.
Wander through the beautiful city of Colmar and its scenic district of la Petite Venise, discover the alsatian food specialities during gourmet stops and enjoy a private boat tour on the Lauch river.
Your guide will bring you to coloured village of Kaysersberg with its half-umbered houses and its romantic alleys. Enjoy Riquewihr, the gem of the Alsace Wine Route, also ranked among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, and where most houses are from 16th and 17th centuries.
Overnight in Colmar .
Day 5Full day private tour Freiburg ( Germany ) – Mulhouse ( France )
Pick up at your hotel.
You will cross the Rhine river and the german border before arriving at Freiburg-in-Breisgau.
You will be amazed by Freiburg-in-Breisgau because of the lovely Bächle (gutters) and the majestic cathedral of this cultural and scenic city, an historical jewel in the middle of the Black Forest.
Continuation to Mulhouse, famous for its colourful buildings, its narrow streets, and its industrial past. Discover "the Cité de l'Automobile", the largest car museum in the world with over 430 exceptional vehicles, including 150 Bugattis. During your visit, enjoy animations, simulators, playgrounds or why not even have a driving experience with vintage cars.
Transfer to the railstation or airport for the continuation of your trip, or overnight in Mulhouse.
To give you an idea of prices:
Prices starting from 1255 € per person based on 6 persons upto 2550 € per person based on 2 persons
Our prices include :
- Accommodation as per the hotels of your choice with breakfast.
- Welcome at the airport on arrival, all transfers, visits and excursions mentioned in the program with private car.
- Visits and excursions with English speaking guide.
- All entrance fees to the monuments during excursions mentioned in the program.
- All government taxes and VAT applicable (except local taxes).
Our prices do not include :
- Visa charges and/or mandatory COVID-19 tests wherever applicable.
- Any services not mentioned specifically in the program, mandatory government taxes.
- International flight charges and airport taxes.
- Personal Insurances.
- Local taxes for accommodations.
- Lunch or dinner not specifically mentioned.
- Tips to the guide, driver or in the hotels and restaurants.
Your Hotels in Strasbourg & Colmar ( France )
We have selected for you well located hotels in the the heart of both towns
4**** Le Bouclier d' Or Stasbourg
In the heart of the Petite France, the Unesco World Heritage – listed historical centre of the city of Strasbourg, lies the beautiful hotel "Le Bouclier d 'Or ". This tastefully renovated Bourgeois-style house, marries original architecture with the latest technologies and environmentally friendly features.
4**** James Boutique Hotel Colmar
With a chic and elegant design, the James Boutique Hotel is perfectly located in the historical center of Colmar. It offers a unique and restful place that ensures great attention to details and great comfort for its guests with its chic and elegant design and its authentic and convivial atmosphere.
5**** Sofitel Grande Île Strasbourg
https://all.accor.com/hotel/0568/index.en.shtml
5***** La Maison des Têtes Colmar
At the heart of Colmar, La Maison des Têtes welcomes you in an exceptional building, a historic mansion dating from 1609, without contest the most famous jewel of Colmar. In Renaissance style, La Maison des Têtes has a remarkable oriel with three floors and is distinguished by 106 small human heads that gave it its name. We suggest you following optional activities and excursions if you want to stay in Alsace a bit longer.
We suggest you following optional activities and excursions if you want to stay in Alsace a bit longer
Private cooking class with a chef
A cooking class with a chef is a unique experience.
You will cook your dinner together with him and taste your food creations.
A full day in Europa Park - RULANTICA ( Germany )
Europa Park is the largest theme Park in Europe by its number of attractions, including for instance 13 roller coasters
Perfect for families and thrill seekers https://www.europapark.de
A hot air balloon getaway
Enjoy a breathtaking view over the plain of Alsace and the Vosges mountains from a hot air ballon.
Exclusive trip on a private electric yacht
Let's become captain on a luxury electric yacht tour on Strasbourg's Ill river
Walking Tour with sled dogs
Towed by a dog wearing a harness and attached to an elastic lanyard , discover a new way of hiking and enjoy an unforgettable tour .
Dog sledding ( in winter )
Enjoy a thrilling ride through the snow like an adventure of thr Far North!
Have a magical ride in your confortable sled through enchanted sceneries.
Nature break in the Wildlife Park of Sainte – Croix
Immerse yourself in the heart in teh heart of European wildlife and global biodiversity .Discover activities , shows and guided tours in a little train throughout the season to discover more than 1500 animals.
Drive a vintage car
Discover the beautiful ''Alsace Wine Route'' driving a luxury or vintage car: Bentley, Ford Mustang, Aston Martin or 2 CV Citroën
Just tell us what you like
Do not hesitate to ask us further details about our suggestions. We have many other possibilities of excursions fo you!
Contact-us now in order to finalize your personalized program