Alsace Christmas Markets Tour: Explore Festive Delights
About this activity
Highlights
- Full-day Colmar & Alsace Wine Route tour from Strasbourg
- Experience the magic of the Alsace region at Christmas time
- Marvel at the medieval monuments & decorations of Colmar
- Small-group tour limited to 8 ensures a unique experience
Full description
Discover the enchanting Alsace Christmas Markets on this small group tour from Strasbourg. You'll wander through Colmar's beautifully decorated streets, absorbing the festive spirit of this historic region. As you marvel at its medieval monuments and seasonal adornments, your small group ensures personal attention, enhancing your experience.
With free time to browse charming market stalls, taste local delicacies, and enjoy the warmth of Alsace at Christmas, this tour invites you to create lasting memories. Your journey includes an English-speaking guide and comfortable travel in a modern minivan, making your day truly special.
Alsace Christmas Markets Tour from Strasbourg
Experience the magic of the holiday season on this small-group Alsace Christmas Markets tour from Strasbourg. Travel through the heart of one of Europe’s most enchanting regions, where medieval villages transform into festive wonderlands filled with twinkling lights, decorated timber-framed houses, and traditional Christmas stalls. This immersive half-day experience captures the true spirit of Christmas in Alsace.
Discover the Most Beautiful Christmas Villages in Alsace
Follow the famous Alsace Wine Route as it winds through some of the region’s most picturesque villages, each offering its own unique Christmas atmosphere. From charming market squares to beautifully decorated streets, every stop reveals a new festive scene where local traditions, craftsmanship, and seasonal flavors come together. Expect a carefully curated itinerary featuring some of the most iconic and photogenic Christmas destinations in Alsace.
Traditional Markets, Crafts, and Festive Flavors
Stroll through authentic Christmas markets filled with wooden chalets selling handmade gifts, regional specialties, and holiday treats. Discover Alsatian traditions through local crafts, ornaments, and artisanal products, while enjoying seasonal delights such as mulled wine, bredle biscuits, gingerbread, and other festive specialties. The warm and inviting atmosphere makes each village a memorable sensory experience.
A Fairytale Setting of Lights and Decorations
Throughout the tour, admire the stunning decorations that make Alsace one of the top Christmas destinations in Europe. Half-timbered houses glow with garlands and lights, narrow streets are lined with Christmas trees, and every corner feels like a storybook scene. The region’s unique blend of French and German influences creates a magical ambiance unlike anywhere else.
Relaxed Small-Group Experience with Expert Guide
Travel in comfort in a modern minivan with an expert English-speaking driver-guide who brings the history, culture, and Christmas traditions of Alsace to life. Enjoy a relaxed pace with free time in each village to explore, shop, and take photos, making this tour the perfect way to experience the best Christmas markets in Alsace without the stress of planning.
The Perfect Festive Escape from Strasbourg
Ideal for visitors during the holiday season, this Alsace Christmas markets tour offers a memorable introduction to the region’s most beautiful villages and festive traditions. Whether you are visiting for the first time or returning to experience the magic again, this tour is a must-do winter highlight in Strasbourg.
Included / Excluded
- Free time at the Christmas markets in Colmar.
- Visit of Christmas markets in local villages.
- English-speaking driver & guide.
- Travel in recent, comfortable & fully equipped minivans.
- Personal travel insurance and expenses.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
- Meals and drinks (lunch).
- Gratuities for the driver/guide.
Important information
Know before you book
- Live availability, Instant booking confirmation
- Tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- Children under 4 years old are not allowed on the tour.
- Prices are per person.
- Currency is in Euros.
Know before you go
- Wear good walking shoes.
- Please arrive 10 minutes prior to departure time.
- Tour is operated in English.
Cancellation policy
Operator strictly adheres to its cancellation policy and will make no exceptions to the policy. If Guest chooses to cancel his or her reservation, Operator must receive written notice of said cancellation in writing via certified mail, fax or e-mail sent to info@ophorus.com (with confirmation of receipt from Operator), and Guest shall be subject to the following cancellation fee schedule: Ophorus requires full payment by credit card, internet payment (through our website) or wire transfer (Wire transfer fees at the charge of the Guest) to make a reservation. We accept payment by AMEX, Visa and Master Card. There is no charge or service fee for processing credit card payments except with American Express +3%. For any cancellation, the following fees will be deducted from the refund: > Up to 24 hours prior to departure: no cancellation fees except the booking fees. > 24 hours prior to departure and less > no refund All semi private tours depart on time. Clients should present themselves at the allocated meeting point at least 10 minutes before the beginning of the tour. Driver/guide will not wait unless Ophorus has been previously informed that the client will be late with a maximum waiting time of 10 minutes. Beyond that waiting time, tours will depart and Ophorus cannot be held responsible for clients missing their tour.
Reviews
Great fun trip. Obviously visiting the wineries rather than vineyards as it was late December but a fun day. Excellent guide and a fun group which always helps.
Pascell was outstanding! Very passionate and got us to the cemetery in time to watch the emotional USA flag ceremony.
OMVISNING PÅ GÅRDEN OG TEST AV PRODUKTENE VAR OK, MEN TUREN BLE LANG OG DET VAR IKKE RIKTIG TID PÅ ÅRET, FARGENE VAR IKKE KOMMET FREM OG SOLSIKKER VAR GRØNNE. BORTKASTET DAG PÅ FAMILIE PÅ 4.
Additional information
Ideal for travelers visiting Strasbourg during the festive season who want to experience the most beautiful Alsace Christmas markets and villages in a comfortable, small-group setting.
Please note that we do not distribute water bottles anymore to limit our environmental impact. We strongly recommend that you bring a reusable bottle.