Top Colmar Half-day Tours

This half-day format is designed for those who do not have several days to dedicate to Alsace: in just a few hours, you leave with the best of the region—its most beautiful villages, its panoramas, and its emblematic wines—without sacrificing an entire day of your stay. Ideal if you are passing through Colmar or if your time in Alsace is limited. You travel in a small group of 7 people maximum, aboard a luxury air-conditioned van, always close to your English-speaking guide who shares anecdotes and local history throughout the journey. Wine tasting is included in the Award, with no hidden fees. Among the stops, a rare moment: the panoramic view of the Sigolsheim Necropolis, a site rich in history that few towers offer, providing one of the most beautiful views of the Alsatian vineyard. The best of Alsace, without compromising on time.

Explore the Alsatian wine route and learn about winemaking in the Alsace region on this half-day tour from Colmar. With a driver-guide, visit local wineries for two tastings, where you’ll discover the differences between grape varietals such as riesling, pinot gris and gewurztraminer. This small-group tour is limited to just eight people to provide a more intimate experience in the French countryside.

Discover the Highlights of the Alsace Wine Route in Comfort and Style Set off on an unforgettable journey along the Alsace Wine Route aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Your local driver-guide (and photographer, if you wish!) knows all the hidden gems and will share fascinating insights into the region’s history, architecture, and gastronomy. Over the course of three delightful hours, relax and let yourself be guided through the most beautiful villages around Colmar. From Eguisheim to Riquewihr and Kaysersberg, or through the finest Alsace wine cellars for tastings, you’ll be spoiled for choice with so many breathtaking stops along the way. Your private driver-guide-photographer will give you their full attention, ensuring a personalized, one-of-a-kind experience tailored to your interests and preferences.

Discover the highlights of Alsace on a private half-day tour departing from Colmar, visiting Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle, Riquewihr, and Eguisheim. Enjoy comfortable transportation with a driver, convenient pick-up directly from your hotel in Colmar, and an exclusive tour reserved entirely for your private group of 1 to 8 participants. During the journey, our multilingual GPS-triggered audio guide, available in English, French, and Spanish, automatically plays commentary based on your geographical location. Your tour begins with a visit to Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle, followed by a scenic drive along the famous Alsace Wine Route, passing through charming wine-growing villages such as Saint-Hippolyte, Bergheim, and Ribeauvillé. Discover Riquewihr, renowned for its cobblestone streets, traditional half-timbered houses, and medieval heritage. Finally, explore Eguisheim, officially recognized as one of the Most Beautiful Villages of France. A 100% private tour to discover the treasures of Alsace.

Colmar is a charming and picturesque town in the heart of Alsace, full of colorful half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets, and vibrant canals. Our Food Tour will introduce you to typical Alsatian food as well as local wines and beers. Start with a tasting of Bretzel, Bibeleskäs, and Munster cheese at a local shop. Then savor some of the most iconic dishes of Alsatian cuisine: Tarte flambée aux pommes and artisan Alsatian biscuits. Along the way, you’ll explore the most central and picturesque parts of Colmar that you simply cannot miss, while also discovering hidden gems and insider tips from your local guide. This tour is a delicious way to combine sightseeing with authentic culinary experiences.

Located on the German border, the Alsace region is famed for its scenic vineyards and medieval villages. On this tour from Colmar, benefit from a small group size as you follow the Alsatian Wine Route, stopping to sample Alsace wines at a local wine cave (own expense), and visit the "Four Wonders of the Alsace"—the picturesque villages of Eguisheim, Kaysersberg, Ribeauvillé, and Riquewihr.

The Alsace region is one of the most picturesque in France, with its medieval villages, winding rivers, and sweeping vineyards. On this half-day tour, enjoy a more personalized experience traveling in a small group, as you drive along the Alsace Wine Route and visit the villages of Kayserberg, Hunawihr, and Riquewihr.

Simplify a visit to the Alsace region from Colmar with this small-group day trip. Skip the hassle of planning your own logistics and activities, and let your driver-guide handle it all. Enjoy an itinerary that includes the cobblestone lanes and half-timbered houses of Eguisheim, the fortified town of Riquewihr, the Haut Koenigsbourg castle, Alsace's rural wine route and its villages, and a guided wine tasting.

Live an unforgettable experience in the heart of Alsace with Détour Alsace, a specialist in private and guided cycling tours on the famous Alsace Wine Route and its emblematic villages. Enjoy the villages of Mittelwihr and its almond hill, Riquewihr, Kaysersberg & Ribeauvillé. The day ends with a tasting of Alsace wines.

Many people don’t realize that a World War II-era concentration camp once stood on French soil—and without a guide to fill you in on crucial context, it can be hard to make sense of Natzweiler-Struthof Memorial's troubling history. On this private half-day tour, listen to explanations and understand Alsace’s unique position as it was annexed back and forth between France and Germany.

Where else can you discover three countries in a single day? During this border-crossing ride through Germany, France, and Switzerland, you’ll discover some of the most picturesque locations in the region, from the Alsatian fortified village of Neuf-Brisach to the medieval Old Town of Basel. Get a peek at the famous Rhine River and discover under-the-radar shopping districts in a group capped at only 7 people.

Spend a day in the Alsace wine region on a small-group tour from Colmar. Drive along the Alsatian wine route, admiring the countryside scenery and traditional villages. You’ll stop at three wineries for guided wine tastings, meeting some of the owners and winemakers and learning about the different varietals produced in this region of France.

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.

This comfortable half-day tour introduces you to the timeless villages of Alsace at an easy and enjoyable pace. Starting in Kaysersberg, you discover historic streets, half-timbered houses, and stories connected to imperial history and local traditions. Traveling by car along the Alsace Wine Route, you enjoy scenic countryside views while your guide shares cultural insights and regional history. In Riquewihr, a beautifully preserved medieval town, you explore Renaissance facades, old fortifications, and learn about the village’s role in the wine trade, with time to walk and take photos at your leisure. The experience concludes in the peaceful village of Hunawihr, known for its church, vineyards, and quiet atmosphere, offering a relaxed and authentic glimpse into rural Alsace before returning to Colmar. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Mont Sainte-Odile offers one of the most beautiful panoramas in the region. This monastery is also a well-known pilgrimage site in Alsace, as Saint Odile, who was blind, is said to have regained her sight (Alsatians still flock there every weekend). A walk on the heights also allows you to recharge your batteries thanks to the numerous rock formations and a magnificent forest. Another highlight of the visit is the immersion in the forest and the discovery of the pagan wall surrounding the monastery. 300,000 stone blocks encircle the convent! It makes you wonder how this wall could have been built. I would also be happy to guide you to the Maennelstein to enjoy a breathtaking view of the Alsace plain, the Black Forest, and even the Alps. More information about my organization can be found on my website.

With wineries at every corner, the Alsace region can seem overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. This small-group tour showcases the must-see “chateaux” and vineyards on a half-day route around the picturesque Alsace Wine Route. You’ll learn about the region and its wine from a guide, and enjoy a tasting session en route.

Discover the magic of the Christmas markets, Embark on a fairy and magical world ... The towns and villages of Alsace adorn themselves with their clothes of lights, the nicely decorated houses take on a fairytale look. At the bend of a street arise small wooden huts where the good scents of gingerbread, hot wines and other flavors of Alsace will enchant you.

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.