Alsace & the Black Forest Tour
7 Days Starting and ending in London, United Kingdom
Visiting: Strasbourg, Colmar, Obernai, Freiburg, Baden-Baden
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Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
0 - 35
Special diets catered:
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EnglishInterests:
Cultural, Foodie and Wine Tours, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Rail Tours
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Tour Overview
Discover the charm of Alsace and the Black Forest on this enchanting tour. Stay in the historic Le Gouverneur Hotel in Obernai, a beautifully renovated 16th-century coaching inn. Savor delicious Alsatian cuisine and superb local wines as you explore picturesque villages and medieval streets. Wander through the atmospheric lanes of Strasbourg, admire the half-timbered houses of Colmar, and visit the historic town of Riquewihr. Enjoy a day in the vibrant university town of Freiburg and the natural beauty of the Black Forest, including a stop at Triburg, the cuckoo clock capital. Conclude with a visit to the elegant spa town of Baden-Baden and the scenic Lake Mummelsee.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1:
Location: Strasbourg
Accommodation Name: Le Gouverneur Hotel
Travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and onwards to Strasbourg by TGV. On arrival, transfer by coach to Obernai (approx. 20-30 minutes) and Le Gouverneur Hotel.
Day 2: Full Day Tour To Colmar And Riquewihr.
Location: Colmar
Accommodation Name: Le Gouverneur Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Colmar captures the quintessential character of the Alsace, its charming streets, squares and small canals lined with crooked and colourful half-timbered houses – a wanderer’s paradise. A must see is the 500 year old Grünewald’s Isenheim Altarpiece, housed in the Unterlinden Museum. One of “Les Plus Beaux Villages de France”, Riquewihr owes its historical prosperity to wine – Riesling in particular is produced here. Full of lovely historical architecture, Riquewihr looks much as it did in the 16th century and one of the few towns in the area to escape being badly damaged in WWII.
Day 3: Full Day In Strasbourg.
Location: Strasbourg
Accommodation Name: Le Gouverneur Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
The city of Strasbourg offers a stark contrast of old and new. At its heart you’ll find a medieval town of atmospheric narrow streets, half-timbered houses and the awe-inspiring pink-sandstone Gothic cathedral. Surrounding this is a thoroughly modern and progressive city including the headquarters of the European Parliament. A boat ride on the Ill River is an excellent way to see both sides. The charming ‘Petite France’ district, dating from the 1100s, is a must see.
Day 4: Full Day To Relax And Explore Obernai At Your Leisure.
Location: Obernai
Accommodation Name: Le Gouverneur Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Set amongst vineyards on the eastern slopes of the Vosges Mountains Obernai was the birthplace of Alsace’s patron saint Odile. A delightful town, you can stroll the medieval ramparts and cramped lanes lined with half-timbered houses and visit the Place du Marché and Tour de la Chapelle.
Day 5: Full Day To Freiburg And The Black Forest.
Location: Freiburg
Accommodation Name: Le Gouverneur Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
One of Germany’s most beautiful and historic cities, Freiburg is a vibrant university town based around the magnificent Gothic Münster (cathedral) built in red sandstone. The centre, which fans out from the Münster is delightfully quaint and historic, is easy and lovely to explore. Freiburg is a gateway to the Black Forest, and we will spend the afternoon revelling in the natural beauty and traditional air of the area, with an afternoon stop at Triburg, capital of the cuckoo clock.
Day 6: Full Day Tour To Baden-Baden.
Location: Baden-Baden
Accommodation Name: Le Gouverneur Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
The elegant spa town of Baden-Baden spent the 19th century being Germany’s most fashionable resorts and this elegance remains in the splendid Belle-Époque architecture including a casino that is lauded as the most beautiful in the world. Travelling the Black Forest panoramic road we will pay a visit to Lake Mummelsee before returning to Obernai.
Day 7:
Location: Strasbourg
Meals Included: Breakfast
Transfer by coach back to Strasbourg station to catch the return TGV to Paris. At Paris, board the return Eurostar service to St Pancras.
What's Included
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Return Eurostar/TGV from St Pancras to Strasbourg via Paris including transfer in Paris
Travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and onwards to Strasbourg by TGV, including a transfer in Paris.
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Six nights' accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at Le Gouverneur Hotel, Obernai, based on shared occupancy of a twin room
Enjoy six nights of accommodation with breakfast at the Le Gouverneur Hotel in Obernai, based on shared occupancy of a twin room.
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Transfers and full coach touring itinerary as detailed above conducted by tour manager
All transfers and a full coach touring itinerary are included, conducted by a tour manager.
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Tour manager throughout
A tour manager will be with you throughout the entire tour.
What's Not Included
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Double for sole use supplement
An additional charge applies for double rooms used by a single person.
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Holiday insurance
Holiday insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
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Standard Premier/1st Class upgrade on Eurostar/TGV
Upgrades to Standard Premier or 1st Class on Eurostar/TGV are not included.
On the Eurostar, this includes upgraded seating and a light meal with a complimentary drink, while the French railway leg includes upgraded seating only. -
Meals other than those stated
Meals other than those specified in the itinerary are not included.
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Items of a personal nature such as drinks, laundry, telephone calls
Personal expenses such as drinks, laundry, and telephone calls are not included.
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Porterage and gratuities
Porterage and gratuities are not included.
Mode of Transport
Travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and onwards to Strasbourg by TGV. On arrival, transfer by coach to Obernai (approx. 20-30 minutes) and Le Gouverneur Hotel. Return Eurostar/TGV from St Pancras to Strasbourg via Paris including transfer in Paris. Transfers and full coach touring itinerary as detailed above conducted by tour manager.
Accommodation
Le Gouverneur Hotel, Obernai: Located just inside the ramparts in the centre of the pretty town of Obernai about 30km south west of Strasbourg, Le Gouverneur (though rated as only 3-star) is a stylish and comfortable hotel, completely renovated from an historic coaching inn dating back to 1550. Facilities here include a breakfast room and comfortable newly-refurbished bedrooms with private bath or shower, TV and telephone. PLEASE NOTE: There is no lift but 5 rooms are located on the ground floor. There is not a bar or restaurant at the hotel but the hotel is situated in the centre of town with a bar directly across the street and a host of restaurants within a few minutes' walk. For gourmets, Obernai is blessed with not one but two Michelin-starred restaurants, one less than 50m from the hotel but there are a range of restaurants to suit all tastes and budgets. Obernai itself is a lovely town for a pre- or post-dinner stroll - a walk around the ramparts will certainly build up an appetite! OUR VIEW ON THE HOTEL This hotel belies its 3-star status and is a stylish and comfortable hotel, completely renovated from an historic coaching inn dating back to 1550, with rooms arranged around a lovely courtyard. There is no lift as stated but there are 5 rooms on the ground floor and is not air-conditioned though this is not usually a problem here. As well as its historic setting, the hotel's other great asset is the lovely town of Obernai with its host of bars and restaurants within 3 or 4 minutes' walk. Pre-tour accommodation is available at the Premier Inn, London Kings Cross St Pancras, about a 5 minutes walk from St Pancras International, at an approximate rate of £120 per room. Bookings can be made direct with the hotel on 0871 527 8672 or visit their.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The accommodation is provided at Le Gouverneur Hotel in Obernai, a stylish and comfortable hotel renovated from a historic coaching inn dating back to 1550. The hotel offers newly-refurbished bedrooms with private bath or shower, TV, and telephone. Note that there is no lift, but 5 rooms are located on the ground floor.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
The tour package includes six nights' accommodation on a bed and breakfast basis at Le Gouverneur Hotel. Meals other than breakfast are not included.
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Is there a tour manager present throughout the trip?
Yes, a tour manager will be present throughout the trip to conduct the full coach touring itinerary.
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What are the transportation arrangements for the tour?
The tour includes return Eurostar/TGV from St Pancras to Strasbourg via Paris, including a transfer in Paris. Additionally, transfers and full coach touring itinerary are provided as detailed in the itinerary.
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Is there any pre-tour accommodation available?
Yes, pre-tour accommodation is available at the Premier Inn, London Kings Cross St Pancras, about a 5-minute walk from St Pancras International, at an approximate rate of £120 per room. Bookings can be made directly with the hotel.
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What activities are planned for the first day of the tour?
On the first day, you will travel by Eurostar from St Pancras to Paris and onwards to Strasbourg by TGV. Upon arrival, you will transfer by coach to Obernai and check in at Le Gouverneur Hotel.
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What can I expect to see in Colmar and Riquewihr?
In Colmar, you will experience charming streets, squares, and small canals lined with crooked and colorful half-timbered houses. A must-see is the 500-year-old Grünewald’s Isenheim Altarpiece housed in the Unterlinden Museum. Riquewihr, known for its historical prosperity due to wine, especially Riesling, features lovely historical architecture and looks much as it did in the 16th century.
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What are the highlights of the visit to Strasbourg?
In Strasbourg, you will find a medieval town with atmospheric narrow streets, half-timbered houses, and the awe-inspiring pink-sandstone Gothic cathedral. The city also includes the headquarters of the European Parliament. A boat ride on the Ill River is an excellent way to see both the old and new parts of the city. The charming ‘Petite France’ district, dating from the 1100s, is a must-see.
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What can I do during the free day in Obernai?
During the free day in Obernai, you can explore the town at your leisure. Set amongst vineyards on the eastern slopes of the Vosges Mountains, Obernai offers medieval ramparts, cramped lanes lined with half-timbered houses, and sites like the Place du Marché and Tour de la Chapelle.
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What will I see in Freiburg and the Black Forest?
In Freiburg, you will visit one of Germany’s most beautiful and historic cities, known for its vibrant university town atmosphere and the magnificent Gothic Münster (cathedral). The city center is quaint and historic, easy to explore. In the Black Forest, you will revel in the natural beauty and traditional air of the area, with an afternoon stop at Triburg, the capital of the cuckoo clock.
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What is special about Baden-Baden?
Baden-Baden is an elegant spa town that was Germany’s most fashionable resort in the 19th century. It features splendid Belle-Époque architecture, including a casino lauded as the most beautiful in the world. The tour also includes a visit to Lake Mummelsee while traveling the Black Forest panoramic road.
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What happens on the last day of the tour?
On the last day, you will transfer by coach back to Strasbourg station to catch the return TGV to Paris. At Paris, you will board the return Eurostar service to St Pancras.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
Final joining instructions and documentation will be despatched approximately 10 days before travel.
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Do I need any Visas or Vaccinations for my holidays?
Visa and vaccination requirements are subject to change. Please check with your local doctor/GP about the current Vaccination requirements of the country you are visiting. For Visa enquiries, please contact the Embassy of the country you are visiting.
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Generally, single and double rooms carry the same price, which means that single supplements for certain itineraries can seem high. We would be pleased to arrange for clients travelling alone to share with another client, however this is subject to somebody in the same situation booking on the tour. If you would be interested in this option, please let us know at the time of enquiry/booking.
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Where does the tour manager meet us?
In most cases the tour manager will travel out with the tour group from the UK. However, this is not always the case and the tour manager may meet you at the destination station / airport. The exact details specific to your tour will be given to you in your final documentation, 10 days prior to departure.
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