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Alsatian Christmas Market and Wine Tasting Tour

Leaving from either Basel or Colmar, we invite you to explore the enchanting charm of Alsace on this festive tour, featuring picturesque Christmas markets and exquisite wine tastings. Begin your adventure with a visit to the medieval village of Riquewihr, where cobbled streets and historic architecture come alive during the holiday season. Experience two family-owned wineries, sampling a variety of wines including Riesling, Gewurztraminer, and more. Enjoy free time to explore the local Christmas market and indulge in the festive atmosphere. After a delightful day of culture and flavours, return to your Basel or Colmar accommodation with unforgettable memories. - Available from 27th November- 15th December. - Visit the stunning village of Riquewihr, known for its medieval charm - Taste between 6-8 wines at two historic family-owned wineries in 2 villages. - Experience the festive atmosphere of Riquewihr Christmas market - Enjoy free time to explore and have lunch at your leisure

Alsatian Christmas Market and Wine Tasting Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Basel Farmer's Market, Cheese, Chocolate & Pastry Tour

Get immersed in the rich history and culinary delights of Basel with this exclusive tasting tour that unveils the flavors that define Switzerland. Begin by exploring landmarks that have withstood the test of time. Then, delve deeper into the culture as you savor a variety of cheeses and learn about Swiss cheese production. Plus, indulge in delectable chocolates and traditional Swiss spice biscuits at local shops.

Basel Farmer's Market, Cheese, Chocolate & Pastry Tour

3 hoursFree Cancellation

Basel Chocolate Workshop & Historic Old Town Tour

This half-day experience in Basel combines Swiss chocolate craftsmanship with a guided exploration of the city’s historic Old Town. The tour begins with a hands-on bean-to-bar chocolate workshop, where participants learn about cocoa origins, the chocolate-making process, and the techniques used to create high-quality artisan chocolate. Guests will temper, mold, and taste different varieties while discovering Switzerland’s long tradition of chocolate innovation. After the workshop, the experience continues with a walking tour through Basel’s medieval Old Town. Highlights include the colorful streets of Spalenberg, the historic Marktplatz and red Town Hall, and the Basel Minster overlooking the Rhine. From the Pfalz terrace and the historic Mittlere Brücke, visitors enjoy panoramic views of the city, combining culture, history, and culinary tradition in one compact and engaging tour.

Basel Chocolate Workshop & Historic Old Town Tour

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Chocolate Making Workshop, Bean to Bar Experience | From Basel

Chocolate Making Workshop, Bean to Bar Experience | From Basel

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

From Basel: Colmar Christmas Market & Wine Tasting Small Group

From 25th November to 29th December 2025 (afternoons only) embark on a private day trip to Colmar with a local guide and experience the magic of the town’s famous Christmas Market. Stroll through festive medieval streets, see landmarks like the colorful Little Venice district, and enjoy tastings from local producers, including traditional hot wine. Outside the Christmas Market season, your flexible tour includes Colmar’s highlights such as the Unterlinden Museum, followed by a wine tasting of Alsace wines like Riesling and Gewürztraminer at a local winery. Whether your passion is, our expert guide will tailor the experience to your interests. Discover Colmar’s beauty and Alsace’s finest flavors on this private, flexible day trip! • Explore Colmar’s medieval streets, Christmas Market, and landmarks • Enjoy local tastings in the festive season or a local wine producer visit outside the market dates • Tailor the tour to your interests, from culture to gastronomy

From Basel: Colmar Christmas Market & Wine Tasting Small Group

6 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

Excursion to Colmar and Ribeauvillé to the Christmas market

Excursion to Colmar and Ribeauvillé to the Christmas market

9 hoursFree Cancellation

Basel Historical Old Town Tour

Get an insider’s outlook on the art, architecture, culture, and heritage of Basel with this whistlestop group tour—an ideal pick for travelers short on time. Save hours of research time and let a private guide show you Basel’s best-loved architecture—such as Basel Minster cathedral, as well as the city’s magnificent artwork. During the tour, enjoy insightful commentary about the city’s history and top landmarks.

Basel Historical Old Town Tour

1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Beer Crawl – Local Brews, Cool Stops & Good Times | Basel

Beer Crawl – Local Brews, Cool Stops & Good Times | Basel

2 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Taste wine with fellow wine enthusiasts on your private wine tour to Baden-Württemberg.

Baden-Württemberg not only produces the finest Pinot Noir’s but also revels in other varietals such as Grauburgunder, Weißburgunder, Muskateller, Gutedel and Chardonnay. On this remarkable wine tour you will taste the phenomenal difference’s between both Burgundian and the Baden-Württemberg Pinot Noir clones. Our first winery will be with the regions outstanding producer of Pinot Noir. His Spätburgunder wines regularly out-perform those of Burgundy, Oregon and others from around the world. We will taste several varietals including, Weissburgunder, Gutedel, Grauburgunder, Chardonnay, Merlot and Syrah. Located in the heart of the Achkarren dwells one of the most renowned family wineries. This winery will furnish us with an insight into both traditional and contempory wine-making practices. Finally we will head back down through the Kaiserstuhl vineyards which pepper the graceful terraces of this majestic dormant volcano and to our final winery of the day.

Pinot Noir & Pinot Wine Tour to Baden-Württemberg

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Icons of Alsace Wine Private Tour

This is a unique opportunity to visit 3 of the most revered and prestigious family owned estates in Alsace. Domaine Faller-Weinbach: The estate hand-harvests grapes from the respected Grand Cru’s of Schlossberg, Mackrain, Altenberg and Furstentum. It is the historical Clos (walled vineyard) dating back to 890 AD of the former Capuchin convent with its gravelly, sandy and granite pebbles that produces the estates critically acclaimed Riesling wines. Domaine Bott-Geyl’s vineyards are located on some of the most unique ancient rocks to be found in the whole region of Alsace. It is through this rich complexity of soils, strict viticultural practices,that makes this is one of the most exciting, innovative wineries recognised throughout the wine world. Domaine Marcel Deiss has done more than any other estate to promote the importance of the balance in viticulture, agroforestry, soil harmony, planetary rhythms, microbial energy, animal influence and respect for the terroir.

Icons of Alsace Wine Private Tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Wine tasting in Alsace.

There’s a lot to see in Alsace, so leave the itinerary to an expert with this private wine tour from Basel. Offering a half- or full-day trip with a personal touch, the experience is planned around you, but typically includes visits to a selection of family-owned wineries in the Alsace or Baden-Württemberg regions. You’ll learn about viticulture, have time for questions, and, of course, taste prestigious wine as you go.

Alsace wine tour and medieval villages. Small group guided tour

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Cheese rounds maturing

Get more familiar with the specialties of the Swizz—cheese, chocolate, and wine in particular—during this Switzerland Cheese, Chocolate, and Wine Tour from Basel. At many of the stops on this tour, there will be interactive self-guided tours to explore and enjoy. You can choose between Aeschbach, Lindt, and Cailler chocolate factories and between Emmental, Gruyere, and Engelberg cheese dairies.

Cheese Chocolate and Wine from Basel

9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,209

Price varies by group size

Postcard Printing Private Workshop in Druckwerk

The workshop takes place in the former brewery, Werkraum Warteck pp, where artists, cultural workers, craftsmen, restaurateurs and creatives are based. The hand printing studio, druckwerk print and art, has existed there since 1995. Ideal for travellers who enjoy hands-on, creative activities that have a link to the cultural history of the city of Basel You will receive personalised attention & instruction in relief and letterpress printing techniques You will be guided in realising your own design, with plenty of reference material on hand for inspiration You will have the opportunity to select & mix colours

Postcard Printing Private Workshop in Druckwerk

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Luzern Small Group Walking Tour and Lake Cruise from Basel

Gain a comprehensive overview of one of Switzerland’s must-see cities one this full-day tour to Lucerne from Basel. Start off on a walking tour of the old town, taking in sights such as the Chapel Bridge and city walls, and learn more about its history from your local guide. Afterwards, unwind on a Lake Lucerne boat cruise, soaking up Alpine panoramas before heading back to Basel on your included train ticket.

Luzern Small Group Walking Tour and Lake Cruise from Basel

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

Mt. Pilatus Golden Roundtrip Private Day Tour from Basel

Lucerne and Mt. Pilatus are two of the top sights in Switzerland, but navigating the logistics from Basel on your own can be tricky. Enjoy the Swiss mountains and lakeside views stress-free on this day trip by train, boat, and gondola. Travel by train with your guide to the idyllic lake city of Lucerne, then take an hour-long cruise. Afterwards, travel up the world’s steepest cogwheel railway to the peak of Mt. Pilatus to explore the summit before returning to Basel by bus and train.

Mt. Pilatus Golden Roundtrip Private Day Tour from Basel

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Price varies by group size

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From Basel : Day Trip to Lake Titisee, Ravenna Viaduct, St. Blasien

Fresh pine air, Black Forest cherry cake and a touch of lived tradition. Just a short drive from Basel, the Black Forest is a region known for its originality, hospitality and impressive scenery. Discover the Ravenna Viaduct, Lake Titisee and the village of St. Blasien with the comfortable coach. On the day of the excursion, all participants receive a brochure in German and English with all relevant information about the route and the individual stops. The coach is air-conditioned. The temperature can be adjusted individually at the seat. Please note that pets are not allowed on this excursion.

From Basel : Day Trip to Lake Titisee, Ravenna Viaduct, St. Blasien

10 hoursFree Cancellation

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