Best of Alsace Villages & Castle Tour from Colmar - Private

Summary Description

Discover Alsace’s charming villages, Riquewihr, wine tastings, and Haut Koenigsbourg Castle on this private, customizable day trip from Colmar with expert guides. 

Highlights
  • Private Alsace villages tour from Colmar.
  • Explore Riquewihr’s flower-filled streets.
  • Guided wine tasting in Alsace region.
  • Tour historic Haut Koenigsbourg Castle.
  • Flexible itinerary with local expert guides.
Description

Embark on a **private full-day adventure from Colmar** and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Alsace! The Gems of Alsace Full Day Trip offers an exclusive, flexible itinerary led by a knowledgeable English-speaking guide, making it perfect for couples, families, or friends seeking a personalized experience. Explore the flower-filled streets and medieval fortifications of Turckheim—an authentic Alsatian gem renowned for its 16th and 17th-century architecture and three original gateways. 

This tour includes magical visits to picturesque villages like Riquewihr, and the opportunity to add bucket-list stops in Eguisheim or Kaysersberg. Enjoy a guided wine tasting in the heart of Alsace and uncover the history of the mighty Haut Koenigsbourg Castle. With **hotel pickup, a comfortable A/C minivan, flexible stops, and expert local insight**, this unforgettable journey through Alsace promises fairy-tale memories. **Book now and experience Alsace’s best kept secrets!**

Your tour then continues onto the beautiful town of Riquewihr. Surrounded by ramparts, the village has been very fortunate to survive war and destruction. Its tiny cobblestoned streets, fortified walls and old houses have preserved their 16C splendor and have remained virtually intact, making for remarkable architectural harmony. Enjoy free time for personal discovery and lunch (not included).

In the afternoon reach the Breathtaking Alsace ‘Wine Route’ and Visit a Mighty Castle 
Located between the Rhine valley and the Vosges mountain range, the 60 year old wine route winds across the slopes for more than 170 kms. The itinerary leads across rows of undulating, vine covered hills, and through quaint villages with narrow streets and charming flower decked houses clustered around the local church steeple. As you stop in one of these villages, experience a wine tasting session during which you will be introduced to the local wines. 
Finally, reach the medieval castle of Haut Koenigsbourg. Here, follow your guide for a tour of this mighty fortress that overlooks the valley. The Haut Koenigsbourg castle was built in 12th century; the Castle occupied a strategic position controlling the wine and wheat routes to the North and the salt route that came from the East. Entrance fee to the castle not included in the price. Chateau du Haut Koenigsbourg visit includes a large number of steps and uneven terrain, you must be in good physical condition to visit this monument. On this full day tour, benefit from the undivided attention of your guide on this private tour. Please note that we also organise this tour as a day trip from Strasbourg, including the visit of Colmar and its famous landmarks such as the Pfister House.

Included / Excluded
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Colmar.
  • English-speaking driver & guide.
  • Travel in recent, comfortable & fully equipped A/C minivan.
  • Winery visit (Tasting fees not included)
  • Bottled water in the minivan.
  • Personal insurance and expenses.
  • Meals and drinks.
  • Wine tasting fees.
  • Entrance fees to monuments, museums, attractions.
  • Gratuities for the driver/guide.
Start / End Locations

Start Location: Colmar, France

Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • This product is on request.
  • Tour is operated in English, other languages on request.
  • Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate.
  • Tour is not recommended for persons with reduced mobility.
  • Tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Know Before You Go
  • Tour involves some walking, comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
  • Please be ready 10 minutes before departs time
  • English speaking guides, local experts of Alsace
  • Currency is in Euros.
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 48 hours

Cancellation Notes: Up to 48 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 48 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Options and Pricing
Price per person based on 2 participants RETAIL PRICE
Adult (18 - 99 years) €445.00
Terms and Conditions

All our terms & conditions can be found here: https://www.ophorus.com/terms-sales

Additional Information

• This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.

 • Tour is in English. Other languages on request.

 • Available from April to October.

 • Not available: May 1

Redemption Information

Tickets will be held at the box office

About operator:

Ophorus Tours is both a licensed Tour Operator, member of Atout France and ETOA, and a Transportation company with headquarters in Bordeaux. We operate since 2005 and conduct Walking Tours, Day Trips, Private Tours, Shore Excursions and multi-regional Tours throughout France. 

Our multilingual office staff is made up of France Travel Experts that design unique itineraries for both individuals and groups. Their perfect knowledge of the destination allows them to suggest carefully crafted programs to professionals of the Travel Trade all over the world. 

Our in house team of licensed, multilingual Tour Guides are local Experts that can conduct any type of tours including (but not limited to) Cultural & Historical, Food & Wine, Luxury, Battlefields, Active, Family friendly, Faith-based etc...

Basic Information
  • Duration: 8 hours
  • Trip difficulty: Easy
  • Max Group Size: 8
  • Category: Private Tours
Operating hours

Nov 16, 2026 - Dec 25, 2026

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Mon 09:00 AM
Tue 09:00 AM
Wed 09:00 AM
Thu 09:00 AM
Fri 09:00 AM
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