Villages & Vineyards of Alsace, Self-Guided Walk
Villages & Vineyards of Alsace, Self-Guided Walk
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Villages & Vineyards of Alsace, Self-Guided Walk
9 Days Starting and ending in Turckheim
Visiting: Turckheim, Kaysersberg-Vignoble, Riquewihr, Bergheim, Châtenois
Tour operator:
Tour code:
W08AS
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 6
Age range:
8 to 99
Special diets catered:
Please inform Exodus of specific dietary requirements
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
This unique part of France provides a fantastic step back in time - an absolute must for the history buff and those who appreciate a good glass of wine. Having been fought over for centuries by Germany and France, this rolling, wine-growing heartland is now heavily characterised by an eclectic mix of cuisine, language, architecture and customs. Pristine German and French cemeteries offer a moving reminder of Alsace's history.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrive at Turckheim
Location: Turckheim
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your first night is spent in a friendly Alsatian hotel in the heart of the
village. With so many restaurants on your doorstep, we've left you free to
choose where to dine this evening.
Day 2 : Turckheim to Kaysersberg
Location: Turckheim, Kaysersberg-Vignoble
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today it's time to explore Turckheim's Renaissance church and mediaeval gate
where storks still nest. Your walk through the vines takes you past
flower-filled Niedermorschwihr and Ammerschwihr where you can taste the local
vintage, Kaefferkopf, in cosy wine cellars. It's then on to the fortified
town of Kaysersberg and your hotel on a quiet cobbled street in the old town.
Two options: 10km/6.5mi/2hr or 21km/14mi/4hr
*Standard hotel*
Day 3 : At Kaysersberg
Location: Kaysersberg-Vignoble
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
In the morning why not stroll up to the ruins of the mediaeval castle for a
bird's eye view over Kaysersberg's half-timbered houses decked with geraniums
along the River Weiss? Afterwards, perhaps follow a valley trail to
Kientzheim or visit Colmar, only 25 minutes by local bus. Known as the
'Venice of Alsace', it's a honeycomb of pretty canals and gorgeous
pastel-coloured houses.
*Standard hotel*
Day 4 : Kaysersberg to Riquewihr
Location: Kaysersberg-Vignoble, Riquewihr
Meals Included: Breakfast
A gentle climb through oak and beech forest leads to Chapelle St Alexis
hidden in the woods and with a great auberge for lunch. Your route then
descends in and out of pine forest and before long, you get your first
glimpses of the showcase of Renaissance houses that earn Riquewihr its
nickname, 'Pearl of the Vineyards'. An easier route through the typically
Alsatian villages of Kientzheim and Sigolsheim take you up to a war memorial
with incredible panoramic views of the Vosges plains, then pick up the Camino
de Santiago into Riquewihr.Â
Two options:Â 11km/7mi/2hr or 12km/7.5mi/3.5hr
Day 5 : At Riquewihr
Location: Riquewihr
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
The town of Riquewihr is so enchanting it's been declared an historic
monument in its entirety. You'll be fascinated by its cobbled alleys,
galleried courtyards, fountains and colourful signboards.
*Standard hotel*
Day 6 : Riquewihr to Bergheim
Location: Bergheim, Riquewihr
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
You pass through the heart of mediaeval Alsace via the Riesling vineyards
nestling at the foot of the mountains. Hunawihr has a fortified church and
stork sanctuary; you'll also find otters, butterflies and orchids in the
reserve. Three ruined castles of the once-powerful Counts of Ribeaupierre
loom overhead as you walk on through the vines to Bergheim.
Two options:Â 11km/7mi/2hr or 19km/12mi/4hr
*Standard hotel*
Day 7 : At Bergheim
Location: Bergheim
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
This colourful and ancient market town was a mediaeval refuge where criminals
on the run were safe from persecution. There are lots of beautiful
timber-framed houses and a decorated fountain in the old square. Be sure to
take a short taxi ride or do the longer optional walk to the amazing
Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle; it's a gentle downhill walk back too!
*Standard hotel*
Day 8 : Bergheim to Chatenois/Turckheim
Location: Bergheim, Châtenois
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
You continue parallel to the Route des Vins to a poignant WW2 German military
cemetery with panoramic views over the famous restored castle at
Haut-Koenigsbourg. At St-Hippolyte there's a Gothic church and fountain,
while the ruined court of mediaeval Kintzheim Castle is the setting for
spectacular flying displays by birds of prey. At Chatenois, where the walk
finishes, we give you a lift back to Turckheim.
Two options:Â 12km/7.5mi/2.5hr or 14km/9mi/3hr
*Standard hotel*
Day 9 : Leave Turckheim
Location: Turckheim
Meals Included: Breakfast
If you have pre-booked a transfer, we will take you to Colmar train station
in time for your journey home.
What's Included
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Walking transfers
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All breakfasts
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All accommodation (see accommodation section)
What's Not Included
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Visa's & vaccinations
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Travel insurance
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Single accommodation (available on request - compulsory supplement)
Food
Accommodation
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Age 8+ people can go on this tour.
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
There are no specific health risks.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Only Luggage transfers between hotels
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
If you wish to make any changes to your booking, particularly if you need to alter any flights booked through us, please let us know as soon as possible. There is a booking or flight amendment fee of £40 per change and flight amendments often incur extra airline costs depending on the changes to be made and if the ticket has been issued or not.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Exodus has been trading since 1974
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Your final joining instructions and flight details, if booked with us, will then be sent out 2 to 3 weeks before departure. If you would like a hard copy posted, or if you require these any earlier, please contact the customer operations team. We advise that if you are booking connecting travel before receiving these, please ensure you leave plenty of time.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Travellers are welcome to opt to share a room with a tour member of the same gender for no additional charge. If you'd like your own room, we can request a single supplement so that you will have your own room throughout.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You are welcome to meet the group after the tour has departed however there is no reduction in rate for joining a tour after the departure date.
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