Tailor-made tours in Alsace

Alsace is a captivating escapade into a different world and time.

The Christmas season seems to blend into colorful the fairytale-like villages (where gingerbread men and candy canes abound…)

Highlights of your visit to Alsace

In Alsace, the Christmas season seems to blend into colorful the fairytale-like villages (where gingerbread men and candy canes abound)… Storks still deliver babies to their parents, beautiful mountain-top castles watch over their subjects in the peace and calm of nature…

Finding France is thrilled to help you discover beautiful Alsace through a one-of-a-kind experience and responsible tourism. With trips from 2 to 6 days, we will design your custom tour with you to create an unforgettable trip!

Let’s design your private, authentic tour in Alsace today!

Our recommended 5-day itinerary in Alsace

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DAY 1: Medieval Christmas Market & Kaysersberg

• Meet craftsmen at the medieval Christmas market in Ribeauvillé. 

• Marvel at the illuminations of the Christmas market in Kaysersberg.

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• Colmar walking tour by night

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DAY 2: Strasbourg - Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle

• Visit the city of Strasbourg and its amazing Cathedral.  

• Stroll through the Strasbourg Christmas market and enjoy a crêpe at the foot of the Cathedral.

• Gertwiller is the hometown of gingerbread. Taste the magic of Christmas in a museum that will bring back fond memories. Michel, the owner, will let you peek around the workshop where he bakes and makes his creations. 

• Reach the towering Haut-Koenigsburg medieval fort, built at an altitude of 757 meters (nearly 2,500 feet). Marvel at the landscape and scenery as you take in the views of the Alsatian valleys and plains.

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• Get to know Alain, an independent vintner who will walk you through the steps and secrets of winemaking and let you taste the wines he creates from the grapes of his vineyard. 

• Together with the wines, you’ll be treated to a platter of local specialities as a guest of the family.

• Visit the Riquewihr Christmas market.

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DAY 3: Riquewihr Christmas Market & Turckheim

Enjoy a walking tour of Riquewihr, voted one of the “Most beautiful villages of France.” And of course, visit Santa’s workshop

• Meet a night watchman from Turckheim and stroll through the cobblestone streets of the town.

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• Visit the village of Bergheim.

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DAY 4: Eguisheim & Munster

• In Eguisheim, you’ll find one of the most authentic Alsace Christmas markets set in one of the most beautiful villages of France! Meet its artisans and local producers. 

• Meet a glass carver in Eguisheim and carve your own glass Christmas ornament. 

• Follow the 5-Castle-Road and reach Munster, a tiny Alsatian village nestled at the heart of the Vosges mountain range. 

Willy, a master pastry chef, will teach you to weave and bake own soft pretzels!

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• Visit a cheese producer in Munster. 

Take a beautiful nature walk or bicycle ride along the ridges near the Grand Ballon mountains pass, in the Vosges mountains

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DAY 5: Mittelbergheim & Ungersheim

• Meet a family of winegrowers in Mittelbergheim. 

• Visit their medieval cellars and taste their best wines. 

• Learn about traditional life in Alsace in France’s largest open-air museum.Visit the workshops of talented artisans including blacksmiths, barrel makers, wicker workers, cobblers, barbers, bakers, potters, wheelwrights, and saddlers.

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Meet a pastry chef and enjoy a private tasting of his different confections.

Start your journey into the heart of Alsace with Finding France!

Create your tailor-made trip to France

Finding France is an immersive experience where you will uncover the real France… the people, the architecture, the passion for making and sharing food, and of course its rich and fascinating history. Our exclusive day tours are tailored to your interests, needs, and rhythm.

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Why choose Finding France ?

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Custom Private Tours

Starting at 2 travelers
From 1 to +15 days
For Individuals, Groups & Companies

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Authentic Immersive Experiences

Meet locals and artisans throughout France. Support the local economy.

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Personal Travel Assistant

24/7 concierge service to take care of everything you need during your stay

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Incoming Agency based in France

A multilingual team that speaks and conducts tours in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese and Hebrew

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