Splendours of Alsace and Strasbourg
From local pick-up to local delights – effortless travel, unforgettable moments
7days from
£849*per person
Overview
Sit back, relax and let your holiday begin the moment you step aboard. With convenient local pick-up points and the comfort of coach travel throughout, you can enjoy a smooth, scenic journey where you don’t have to worry about directions, tolls or traffic — just take in the views as the landscapes unfold around you. The journey becomes part of the experience, setting the tone for the delights ahead.
Discover the very best of this enchanting region, from the storybook villages of Alsace, where medieval timber-framed houses nestle among rolling vineyards, to the cobbled streets and neo-Gothic beauty of Strasbourg’s Obernai. We visit the celebrated Bott Frères winery to savour the area’s renowned vintages, and you’ll also have the chance to explore France’s very own ‘Little Venice’ in Colmar, with its serene canals and charming Old Town.
Discover the very best of this enchanting region, from the storybook villages of Alsace, where medieval timber-framed houses nestle among rolling vineyards, to the cobbled streets and neo-Gothic beauty of Strasbourg’s Obernai. We visit the celebrated Bott Frères winery to savour the area’s renowned vintages, and you’ll also have the chance to explore France’s very own ‘Little Venice’ in Colmar, with its serene canals and charming Old Town.
Itinerary
- Travel from your selected pick up location to meet the ferry from Dover to Calais and journey onwards for our overnight stay in the Reims area.
- We journey to our hotel in Klingenthal, stopping en route in Metz. The Old Town is abundant with beautiful architecture and historical sites, and we have time to explore the stunning Gothic Metz Cathedral, stroll along the picturesque banks of the Moselle River and enjoy the vibrant local markets. Or sit back, take in the scenery and indulge in some delicious local cuisine.
- The Alsace Villages of Ribeauvillé and Riquewihr are nestled among rolling vineyards and framed by the majestic Vosges Mountains. Ribeauvillé, with its cobblestone streets and houses adorned with blooming flowers, is a town steeped in history. Along Grand Rue, the main street, there's the chance to explore quaint shops and sample local delicacies. Next, we venture to Riquewihr, one of the most beautiful villages in France. Hidden among its well-preserved architecture, discover courtyards, boutiques and cafes. Later, we make a visit to Bott Frères, a family-owned winery that has been producing exceptional wines for generations. We enjoy a tour of the cellars, learn about the winemaking process and taste a selection of their finest wines, from crisp Rieslings to aromatic Gewürztraminers.
- We visit Colmar, a scenic town dotted with colourful houses and beautiful architecture. Visit the well-preserved Old Town, often referred to as "Little Venice" due to its serene canals, or the bustling market square to enjoy local delicacies. There's also the opportunity to visit the iconic St. Martin's Church, a masterpiece of Gothic design. This afternoon, we spend time at a local wine seller and indulge in some tasting of specially selected regional wines, before returning to our hotel
- Obernai is an enticing town, surrounded by beautiful landscape, with plenty of historic sites to discover and serene spots for relaxation. On our guided tour, we stroll through the cobblestone streets of the Old Town and admire the well-preserved medieval architecture and vibrant floral displays. There's also the iconic Belfry, a symbol of the town, with panoramic views of the surrounding vineyards and countryside. Visit the neo-Gothic Church of Saints Peter and Paul, with its intricate stained glass windows and serene atmosphere and for a taste of local flavours, stop by a traditional Alsatian restaurant to enjoy specialities such as tarte flambée or choucroute garnie.
- Today, explore the charming village of Klingenthal at your own pace, and visit the local shops and cafes to enjoy traditional Alsatian treats. Take a stroll through the picturesque streets, take in the unique beauty of the surrounding nature. Find out more about historic sites of the village, such as the former knife-making factory, which is a testament to the village's rich industrial heritage. This evening, we enjoy our farewell dinner at the hotel, along with a special folklore show.
- We check out of the hotel, stop enroute for lunch (payable locally) and head to Calais for our return ferry home.
What's Included
Holiday Highlights
- Excursions to Alsace Villages Ribeauvillé, Riquewihr and Obernai
- Visit to Bott Frères winery
- Free time in Klingenthal, Bas-Rhin
- En route visit to Metz
Our Price Includes
- Return coach travel and ferry crossings
- Overnight stay on a bed-and-breakfast accommodation in the Reims area
- Five nights' four-star half-board accommodation at Hotel des Vosges, Klingenthal
- Welcome drink, porterage and fruit and water in room
- Excursions to Alsace Villages Ribeauvillé, Riquewihr and Obernai
- Visit to Bott Frères winery
- Free time in Klingenthal, Bas-Rhin
- En route visit to Metz
- Services of a tour manager
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Accommodation
Hotel des Vosges in Klingenthal -
Hotel des Vosges in Klingenthal offers comfortable rooms equipped with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and air conditioning. The hotel features a welcoming restaurant, as well as an indoor pool and relaxing sauna - perfect after a day of exploring the beautiful Alsace region.
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Single Supplement: £240pp
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Please note a small selection of these pick up points may require a pick up supplement to be added ranging from £15-£30pp.
Optional excursion to Colmar (£29pp)
The following picks ups available on these tours: Abergele, Acocks Green, Aldershot, Alfreton, Altrincham, Amesbury Countess Services (A303), Ampthill, Andover, Anlaby, Ashford, Ashton-under-Lyne, Aylesbury, Banbury, Banstead, Barnsley, Basildon, Basingstoke, Bath, Bebington, Bedford, Beverley, Bexhill, Bicester, Biggleswade, Billingham, Birkenhead, Birmingham, Bishops Stortford Birchanger Green Services (M11), Blackburn, Blackpool, Bletchley, Bodmin, Bognor Regis, Bolton, Boston, Bourne, Bournemouth, Bradford, Braintree, Bridgwater, Bridlington, Brighouse, Brighton, Bristol, Bristol Cribbs Causeway, Broadstairs, Bromley, Burgess Hill, Burnley, Burton-upon-Trent, Bury, Bury St Edmunds, Camberley, Cambridge, Cannock, Canterbury, Canvey Island, Castleford, Chatham, Chatteris, Chelmsford, Cheltenham, Cheshunt, Chester, Chester-le-Street, Chesterfield, Chichester, Chieveley Services (M4), Chippenham, Christchurch, Cirencester, Clacket Lane Services (M25), Clacton-on-Sea, Cleveleys, Coalville, Colchester, Colwyn Bay, Connahs Quay, Corby, Cottingham, Coventry, Crawley, Crewe, Croydon, Darlington, Dartford, Daventry, Derby, Dewsbury, Didcot, Diss, Doncaster, Dorchester, Dover, Downham Market, Driffield, Droitwich, Dudley, Dunstable, Durham, Eastbourne, Eastleigh, Ellesmere Port, Elloughton, Enfield, Epsom, Evesham, Exeter Services (M5), Fareham, Farnham, Faversham, Felixstowe, Ferrybridge Services (M62), Fleet Services (M3), Flint, Folkestone, Folkestone Stop 24 Services (M20), Gateshead, Gillingham, Gloucester, Goole, Gordano Services (M5), Gorleston, Grantham, Gravesend, Grays, Great Yarmouth, Grimsby, Guildford, Hailsham, Halesowen, Halifax, Harlow, Harrogate, Hartlepool, Hastings, Hatfield (Herts.), Havant, Haywards Heath, Hemel Hempstead, Hereford, Herne Bay, Hertford, Hessle, Heworth, High Wycombe, Hinckley, Holbeach, Hopwood Park Services (M42), Horsham, Hove, Hucknall, Huddersfield, Hull, Hunstanton, Huntingdon, Hythe (Kent), Ipswich, Kempston, Kettering, Keynsham, Kidderminster, Kidsgrove, Kings Lynn, Kingswood, Knutsford Services (M6), Leamington Spa, Ledbury, Leeds, Leicester, Leicester (Fosse Park), Leicester Forest East Services (M1), Leigh, Leighton Buzzard, Leominster, Letchworth, Lewes, Lewisham, Leyland, Lincoln, Littlehampton, Liverpool, Llandudno, Llandudno Junction, Long Eaton, Loughborough, Louth, Lowestoft, Luton, Mablethorpe, Maidenhead, Maidstone, Maidstone Services (M20), Malton, Malvern, Manchester, Mansfield, March, Margate, Market Harborough, Middlesbrough, Milton Keynes, Mold, Newark, Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Newhaven, Newmarket, Newton Abbot, North Shields, Northallerton, Northampton, Northop, Northwich, Norwich, Nottingham, Oldham, Oswestry, Oxford Peartree Services (A34), Oxford Services (M40), Pershore, Peterborough, Peterborough Services [A1(M)], Peterlee, Plymouth, Polegate, Pontefract, Poole, Portchester, Portsmouth, Prestatyn, Preston, Ramsgate, Rayleigh, Reading, Redditch, Redhill, Rhyl, Rochdale, Rochester, Romford, Ross-on-Wye, Rotherham, Rugby, Rushden, Salisbury, Sandy, Scarborough, Scunthorpe, Seaford, Selby, Sevenoaks, Sheffield, Shoreham-by-Sea, Shrewsbury, Skegness, Solihull, South Benfleet, South Shields, Southampton, Southend, Southport, Spalding, St Albans, St Austell, St Helens, Stafford, Staines, Stamford, Stanford-le-Hope, Stevenage, Stockport, Stockton-on-Tees, Stoke-on-Trent, Stratford-upon-Avon, Stroud, Sudbury, Sunderland, Sutton, Sutton Coldfield, Sutton-in-Ashfield, Swadlincote, Swindon, Tamworth, Taunton, Telford, Tewkesbury, Thame, Thetford, Thirsk, Thurrock Services (M25), Tilbury, Tiverton Sampford Peverell Services (M5), Tonbridge, Torquay, Tunbridge Wells, Uxbridge, Wakefield, Wallsend, Walsall, Wareham, Warrington, Warwick, Washington, Waterlooville, Watford, Wellingborough, Wellington (Shrops.), Welwyn Garden City, Weston-super-Mare, Weymouth, Whitby, Whitley Bay, Whitstable, Widnes, Wigan, Winchester, Wisbech, Witney, Woking, Wokingham, Wolverhampton, Woodall Services (M1), Woolley Edge Services (M1), Worcester, Worthing, Wrexham, Yate, Yeovil, York
Please note a small selection of these pick up points may require a pick up supplement to be added ranging from £15-£30pp.
Optional excursion to Colmar (£29pp)
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