Medieval Alsace and Wine Tasting from Colmar
Description
Our first stop is the enchanting village of Eguisheim. Stroll through its narrow streets, admire the colorful half-timbered houses and soak up its medieval atmosphere. Then we head to Kaysersberg, another Alsatian pearl. Let yourself be amazed by its traditional architecture, its fortified bridge and its rich heritage. We will take a short break at the Sigolsheim Necropolis where you will have a panorama of the Alsace Wine Route. The next destination is Riquewihr, famous for its medieval charm. You will have free time to have lunch there. Then, we will visit the majestic Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg. Entrance to the castle is included in our tour, allowing you to explore the different rooms, wander the courtyards and admire the architectural beauty of this medieval fortress. Our last stop will take us to a winegrower where you can taste the fine wines of Alsace.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Self-guided tour of the old town of Eguisheim
Circulation on the Alsace Wine Route aboard a panoramic minibus.
Crossing Kientzheim
Self-guided tour of the old town of Kaysersberg
Viewpoint stop on the Wine Route
Free time to explore the village and lunch break
Crossing the old town of Bergheim
Visit of Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Travel time is included in the total tour time
- Children under 4 years old are not allowed on this tour
Reviews(23)
This was such a great way to see the area! We loved the beautiful towns, seeing the wine country, and the castle. The wine tasting was also super fun!
Dear Jen, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience on Viator! We are absolutely delighted to hear that our tour was such a great way for you to discover our beautiful region. It is wonderful to know that you loved exploring the medieval towns, taking in the scenic wine country, and visiting the castle. We are also thrilled that the wine tasting was a super fun highlight for you! Our goal is always to combine history, stunning landscapes, and local flavors into one unforgettable day. Thank you again for choosing us to explore Alsace. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back on board for more fun adventures in the future! Warm regards, The Tour.Alsace Team
We booked the Medieval Alsace tour from Colmar with Tour.Alsace in late April—and it ended up being one of the absolute highlights of our entire France trip. From the very beginning, their communication was outstanding. Quick responses, clear details, and a genuine willingness to accommodate—even on a lighter booking day when they easily could have canceled or scaled back. Instead, they delivered a full, first-class experience. The van itself was exceptional—comfortable, spotless, and clearly designed for any weather. We were lucky to have perfect late-April conditions, and everything about the day just clicked. Our driver, Guillaume, made the experience. He was thoughtful, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what he does. He never rushed us, never cut corners, and made sure every stop felt meaningful. Even with a small group, he treated the day like a private, top-tier tour. And the villages… they truly speak for themselves: Eguisheim Storybook-perfect. Circular streets, colorful half-timbered homes, and flowers everywhere. It feels untouched and timeless. Kaysersberg Elegant and authentic, with a beautiful river running through town and one of the most charming atmospheres in the region. Riquewihr Straight out of a postcard. Vibrant, historic, and full of life. The wine tasting at Domaine Specht was outstanding—welcoming, informative, and featuring some incredible Alsace wines. Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg An unforgettable finish. Dramatic, scenic, and rich with history—perched above the region with incredible views. The weather in April was ideal—mild, comfortable, and with minimal crowds. It allowed us to really soak everything in without feeling rushed or overwhelmed. If there’s one “complaint,” it’s that we simply wanted more time in each village—but that’s more a testament to how incredible each stop is. Even with a full day that stretched past 5 PM, we still weren’t ready for it to end. For anyone visiting France—especially from the U.S.—make time for the Alsace region. The wine, the villages, the culture… it’s all exceptional. And if you’re going to do it, this is the company to trust. Without hesitation: this is the tour to take.
Wow! We are incredibly grateful and deeply moved by your wonderful review. Reading that our tour was one of the absolute highlights of your entire trip to France is the greatest reward our team could ever hope for. We firmly believe that every guest deserves a first-class experience, which is why we always make it a point to maintain our tours and deliver our absolute best, even on lighter booking days. We are thrilled to hear that you appreciated our communication and found our vehicle so comfortable! Guillaume will be absolutely delighted by your high praise. He truly treats every single guest with the utmost care, and we are so proud to have him in our team. We will also be sure to share your kind words with our friends at Domaine Specht—they take great pride in sharing the finest Alsace wines with our travelers. Your beautiful descriptions of Eguisheim, Kaysersberg, Riquewihr, and the Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg perfectly capture the magic of our region. We completely understand the desire for more time in each village; they are so captivating that it is always hard to leave! Thank you so much for recommending us so highly to fellow travelers and visitors from the U.S. It was an absolute pleasure hosting you. Warmest regards, The Tour.Alsace Team
Well organised tour in a very well appointed bus, we had a great day out. Highlight was being able to open the top on the bus on a sunny day 😎
Thank you so much for your feedback! We are thrilled to hear that you had a great day out with us and that you appreciated the organization of the tour and the comfort of our bus. Opening the convertible roof on a beautiful sunny day is definitely one of our favorite ways to let our guests fully soak in the stunning Alsace scenery. We are so glad this was a highlight of your trip! We hope to welcome you back on board for another sunny adventure in the future. Best regards, The Tour.Alsace Team
Great day and lovely tour of multiple towns. The wine tasting was nice and the bus comfortable and fun.
It's worth it pq everything is beautiful. In addition a very good small bus and driver Sebastian, very friendly and friendly and also towards guide, was aware of everything throughout. Explanations with audio guide in all languages.
The experience was fantastic. 100% recommended to spend quality family time. The times to visit each place were enough, the bus audio guides had very interesting and accurate information, and the wine tasting was very pleasant, with a great variety of high quality wines. I can only recommend it!
The weather was perfect and our guide Sebastian took good care of us. A nice amount of time to explore the various stops. The Haut Konigsbpourg castle was the highlight
Sebastien was a friendly, fun and informative driver/guide and I would highly recommend him amd this trip. We saw some beautiful hidden treasure villages and were driven in a comfortable open top minibus. Great day out.
Full excursion, competent escort. Stops and time of visits are well designed to have a balanced general panorama thank you
We had an amazing day on this tour. Great driver, easy pickup in Colmar and fun, open bus took us through the neighboring towns. We learned a lot about the Alsace region and enjoyed walking through the medieval towns. We also took a train ride and had a delicious wine tasting before returning to Colmar. Highly recommend this tour if you don't have a car as traveling throughout the region can be complicated.
