Alsace Wine & Castles - 5 Nights

Alsace Wine & Castles Driving Tour

The Alsace Wine & Castles Driving Tour offers a perfect blend of scenic driving, luxurious accommodations, and rich cultural experiences. Starting in Zurich, you’ll cross into Germany’s Black Forest, driving along the famous Route 500 and visiting iconic stops like Titisee and the historic Schloss Staufenberg vineyard. Then, immerse yourself in the enchanting city of Strasbourg before exploring the famed Alsatian Wine Route, with visits to top wineries and picturesque towns.

Continue your journey through the stunning Vosges Mountains, visiting the medieval Haut Koenigsbourg castle, charming villages like Ribeauville and Riquewihr, and Alsace’s renowned vineyards. The tour culminates with breathtaking drives through the Black Forest’s peaks and valleys, wine tastings, castle visits, and scenic hikes, making this an unforgettable adventure for wine lovers and history enthusiasts alike. Explore the detailed itinerary and discover the beauty and charm of the Alsace region.

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Alsace Wine & Castles Driving Tour

Day 1 - Arrive in Zurich

On Day 1, arrive in Zurich where a transfer to your luxurious five-star hotel awaits. After settling in, enjoy a leisurely evening exploring the city or rejuvenate in the hotel’s spa, setting the tone for an unforgettable journey ahead.

Overnight Hotel: 5-Star Dolder Grand

Day 2 - Zurich to Strasbourg

On Day 2, head out of Zurich and across the Rhine River into Germany. Cruise through the Black Forest’s winding trails before reaching the lakeside town of Titisee, stopping for some lunch and shopping. Continue up the famous Route 500, known for its sweeping curves, hilly terrain and lush green landscape with a trip to the Triberg Waterfall, before stopping for a tasting at the Andres Mannle winery and a visit to the 11th century Schloss Staufenberg for a view over the vineyards. 

Overnight Hotel: 5-Star Maison Rouge Strasbourg Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection

Day 3 – Strasbourg to Barr

On Day 3, enjoy a leisurely morning discovering the enchanting river city of Strasbourg, with the optional add-on of a private cruise along the city’s canals and the Rhine River. After exploring, continue along the picturesque Alsatian Wine Route, visiting three of the region's finest wineries - Arthur Metz, Roi Dagobert, and Zeyssolff, before arriving at your hotel.

Overnight Hotel: 5-Star 5 Terres Hotel & Spa - MGallery

Day 4 – Barr to Colmar

On Day 4, head south to Colmar, winding through the Vosges Mountains and visiting the iconic Haut Koenigsbourg castle. Stop in Bergheim to stroll its ramparts with vineyard views, continue to the charming villages of Ribeauville and Riquewihr, known for their cobbled streets, timbered houses, and renowned Grand Cru wineries like Maison Jean Huttard. Continue to the Hohlandsbourg and Three Castles of Eguisheim, before reaching Eguisheim, Alsace’s most famous medieval town, and arriving at your Colmar hotel.

Overnight Hotel: 5-Star L'Esquisse Hotel & Spa

Day 5 - Colmar to Zurich

On Day 5, start with a visit to the beautiful Cattin Winery for a tasting of exquisite Alsace wines. Cross into Germany and ascend the highest peak in the Black Forest, where a scenic lunch awaits. In the afternoon, drive through the picturesque Wehr River Valley, pausing for a short hike to a breathtaking waterfall and a walk across the BlackForestLine Suspension Bridge. Conclude your journey in Switzerland, visiting Europe’s longest covered wooden bridge before cruising to your hotel in Zurich. 

Overnight Hotel: 5-Star Dolder Grand

Day 6 - Departures from Zurich

Spend your final day exploring Zurich’s sights, perhaps enjoying a boat trip on Lake Zurich, relaxing at a lakeside café or strolling through the Old Town before departing.

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