Luxury Arts, Crafts & Spirits of Alsace (private)

Highlights

  • A unique tour, exclusive to Ophorus

  • Local guide, experts of Alsace

  • Discover the finest Arts & Crafts of the Alsace region

Summary

Private Day Trip from Strasbourg to discover High-end Arts & Crafts of Alsace. Visit the Spindler Marquetry gallery, stop at Beauvillé Luxury linens shop. End the day with a visit & tasting at the Lehman distillery, the oldest of Alsace.

Tour info

Duration
8 hours
Group Size
8
Pricing (From)
Adult: (0-99 years)
€800.00
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

- Pick up at your accommodation in Strasbourg

Visit the Spindler marquetery workshop
Visit the Beauvillé luxury table & traditional household linens showroom
Free time for personal discovery and lunch (at own expense) in Riquewihr
Visit & Tasting at Lehman Distillery, the oldest in Alsace

- Drop off at your accommodation in Strasbourg

In the morning we will come and pick you up at your centrally located accommodation in Strasbourg. Meet your English speaking driver guide who will go over the itinerary and program of this private day tour from Strasbourg. Then board your air conditioned vehicle, and begin to make your way to the Spindler Marquetry museum & workshop.

Spindler Marquetry Art

Established in 1893 by Charles Spindler, the marquetry workshop is today owned by his grand-son Jean-Charles who took over the business in 1975. Today the workshop produces contemporary creations as well as more traditional pieces. Upon arrival, visit the Museum that houses a large selection of works made by Charles Spindler - furniture, marquetry panels, works of decorative art or sculptures. After the visit of the museum, take some time in the Gallery and why not purchase a unique work from this prestigious workshop?

Beauvillé Textiles

Discover the story of Beauvillé manufacture, the sole remaining fabric printing by hand established more than 200 years ago. Known throughout the world for the high-end quality of its tablecloths and household linens, Beauvillé is synonym to quality, luxury and tradition. Here, your guide will take you to the heart of the Beauvillé production in Ribeauvillé France. 

Riquewihr village

Discover the charming village of Riquewihr after your morning visits. Stroll through the medieval streets and enjoy lunch (at own expense) in one of the local restaurants where you will be able to taste some of the local foods. Don't hesitate to ask your guide for suggestions or recommendations.

Visit the Oldest Distillery of Alsace

After lunch, it will be time to head to the Lehman Distillery that is the oldest in Alsace. The distillery was founded in 1850 and has been in the same family ever since for more than 6 generations. The distillery has also obtained the sought after quality label of " Living Heritage Company" this is awarded to the best craftsmen or artisan workshops in France. Your visit will be taken care of by the master distiller who will go over the process of distillation with you and even share a few family secrets.

After the visit, it will be time to return to Strasbourg.

What’s included?

  • Travel in recent, comfortable & fully equipped minivan

  • English-speaking driver & guide

  • Travel in recent, comfortable & fully equipped minivan

  • Meals & drinks

  • Gratuities for the driver/guide

  • Personal insurance and expenses

Things to know

Before you book

  • Tour is operated in English, other languages on request.

  • Tour is not wheelchair accessible.

  • Currency is in Euros.

  • Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate

  • Prices are per group (not per person)

Before you go

  • Please be ready 10 minutes before departure time

  • Tour involves some walking, comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

  • English speaking guides, local experts of Alsace

Cancellation Policy

    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

Redemption information

    If any hotel or predetermined meeting place changes, notify Orphorus immediately.  Otherwise be at location 10 minutes prior to pick up time.


    Confirmation necessary? Yes
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption

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...