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Strasbourg & the Alsace by train
Spend time exploring 'La Petite France'
- Short breaks
This superb short break takes you to the delightful cosmopolitan city of Strasbourg, capital of the Alsace region and situated between the River Rhine and the Voges Mountains. Influenced by both Germany and France it is a fascinating city with plenty to offer. We include an orientation tour and a visit to picturesque Colmar and offer an excursion along the Alsace Wine Road.
Included excursions
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- Strasbourg
Our included morning walking tour of Strasbourg’s old quarter starts at the landmark of the city, the Notre Dame Cathedral. Your afternoon is free to explore at your own pace. Why not take an optional boat trip through the network of canals – a great way to see the city.
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- Colmar
Enjoy a guided tour of Colmar, home to the creator of the Statue of Liberty, before moving on to Kaysersberg. Reputed to be one of the prettiest villages on the Alsace Wine Road, Kaysersberg has an impressive 12th century hillside fortress.
Optional excursions
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- The Alsace Wine Road
This fascinating full day excursion takes you along the Alsace Wine Road, starting at Gertwiller where you visit a traditional Alsace gingerbread shop, before continuing to Chateau Haut Koenigsbourg and Ribeauville. It’s then on to the wine cellars of Zellenberg for a tasting before finishing the day in Riquewihr, which has remained virtually unchanged since the 16th century.
Also included
- Services of a Travelsphere Tour Manager
- Dinner at a local restaurant
- Four nights’ bed and breakfast accommodation
- Transfers between station and hotel
- Station transfers in Paris
- Return travel by Eurostar and TGV in standard class (upgrades available at a supplement)
Alternatively, if you'd prefer to book by phone, please call our sales team on 0844 567 9964 and quote tour code PEFS.
Highlights
- Strasbourg
- Colmar & Kaysersberg
