Duration
10 Days
Physical rate
Moderate
Start city
Paris
Available
April 2025 / November 2025
Detailed day by day description
Introduction
Dear Traveler: thank you for choosing us to perform this Tour! We hope you enjoy your trip.
Here we give you a guidance on their tour with the information that we believe may be of your interest. The information is indicative, may exist variations on designated hours.
TRANSFER from the airport, if you have it included or purchasing. Our transfer will be waiting for you with a poster on behalf of Europamundo or its name to the output of the custom (after collecting your luggage)..
Remember to inform us by phone if you lost your connection flight or expected delay of their arrival, in your VOUCHER figure the phone of the transfer.
IMPORTANT: If you had additional nights upon arrival the hotel will have your reservation, but his travel guide normally will not be until the night before the start of the tour.
IMPORTANT:
-Please note that hotel check-in time is usually at 02:00 p.m. If you require earlier room availability, consider booking an additional night at the beginning of your trip.
-If you requested additional nights, your room will be ready upon arrival at the hotel, but your trip guide will only contact you when the included activities begin. At the reception, you will find an information board with our staff’s telephone number and hours of assistance. Until then, you have free time to enjoy at your leisure. The hotel staff can assist you with any information you need.
-During your trip, your guide may offer optional activities. If these activities are available on the Europamundo app or through your "My Trip" link, we strongly recommend booking them as early as possible to ensure availability. Waiting until the last minute may result in missed opportunities due to limited tickets, bus seats, or other factors.
Note: The schedules provided in this itinerary are indicative. The guide may adjust them as needed to enhance the trip experience.
Scenery: The charming little towns of Alsace.
08:30 a.m. – Departure from Zurich to northern Switzerland.
09:45 a.m. - Basel. Arrival in this important city on the banks of the Rhine, at the border of Germany and France. You’ll have time to explore the historic center, where the Town Hall Square is a highlight, and admire the cathedral that overlooks the Rhine River.
11:45 a.m. – Departure from Basel. We’ll continue our journey to Alsace, a French region with a rich history of being contested between France and Germany. Alsace retains its own German dialect, Alsatian, and boasts architecture and traditions with deep Germanic roots.
12:45 p.m. - Colmar. Arrival in this beautiful Alsatian city, known for its unique architecture, with colorful wooden houses and picturesque canals. You’ll have time for a stroll and lunch. Be sure to enjoy its renowned white wine and local cuisine.
04:00 p.m. – Departure from Colmar. We’ll continue through the heart of Alsace.
04:30 p.m. - Riquewihr. Time to explore this medieval town, with its cobblestone streets and colorful houses that look like they’re straight out of a fairy tale, and which inspired scenes from the movie Beauty and the Beast .
06:00 p.m. – Departure from Riquewihr.
07:00 p.m. - Strasbourg. Arrival in the evening. We suggest exploring the Cathedral and Petite France areas, which are full of charming spots and small restaurants.
Scenery: The Champagne region.
We’ll start our day in Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace and home of the European Parliament. The city’s historic center is a true gem, featuring picturesque medieval streets, an impressive Gothic cathedral, and charming canals lined with flowers. Enjoy a boat trip through the canals of Petite France.
11:30 a.m. - Departure from Strasbourg. We’ll continue our journey into the Champagne region, famous worldwide for its sparkling wines. We’ll travel through the evocative landscape, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Cultural Landscape category. This designation honors the winemaking traditions that have been passed down through generations. As we explore, you’ll see vast vineyards that conceal kilometers of underground cellars filled with champagne bottles.
04:00 p.m. - Champagne winery. We’ll stop to visit one of the historic wineries, home to some of the region’s most prestigious vineyards. Here, you’ll discover the secrets behind the world’s most famous sparkling wine. Admission and tasting are included.
05:00 p.m. - Departure from the winery. We’ll continue to Paris, with a brief stop in Épernay, the capital of Champagne. Take a stroll through this charming town, known for its grand private mansions along the Avenue de Champagne, often referred to as the Champs-Élysées of the region.
06:00 p.m. - Departure from Épernay. We’ll head toward Paris.
08:30 p.m. - Paris.
Note: Please be aware that the hotel check-out time is usually 10:00 a.m. You can leave your luggage in reception upon check-out, allowing you to explore the city without carrying your bags. You can retrieve your luggage at your convenience later in the day. If you require additional time to use your room, we recommend booking an extra night at the end of your tour.