Alsace Villages Day Trip from Colmar with Wine Tasting

Summary

Colmar to Eguisheim, Riquewihr & Kayserberg by minivan with wine

You’ll wander through Alsace’s most colorful villages with a local guide leading your small group from Colmar. Taste regional wines inside a working cellar, stroll cobbled lanes in Eguisheim and Riquewihr, and take in fortress views at Kayserberg. It’s all woven together by vineyard roads and real conversation — you’ll feel part of it before you know it.

What’s the experience like?

We rolled out of Colmar just after nine, the minivan humming and windows already fogged up from our chatter. Our guide, Sophie, had that gentle Alsatian accent — she pointed out the first rows of vines outside town, explaining how each village along the wine route has its own twist on tradition. I leaned closer to the window as we curved into Eguisheim. The houses really do look like something out of a storybook — timbered beams, flower boxes everywhere, and an old man sweeping his stoop who nodded at us like he’d seen a hundred groups before. I tried to pronounce “Gewurztraminer” under my breath (failed), but Sophie just grinned.

The road between villages felt like it belonged in a painting — lines of grapevines, sometimes tangled, sometimes neat. In Ribeauvillé and Riquewihr we wandered cobbled streets where shopkeepers were already setting out pastries that smelled faintly of almond. There was this moment in the wine cellar (cool air, stone walls) when the winemaker poured us a glass of pinot gris and told us about last year’s harvest being “a bit stubborn.” He laughed when my friend asked for seconds; apparently that’s normal here. I’m not sure if it was the wine or just the way sunlight hit those old walls, but I felt oddly at home.

Kayserberg came last — its fortress looming above like some watchful parent. The wind picked up as we crossed the bridge into town and someone’s scarf nearly blew away (rescued by Sophie). We didn’t rush; nobody seemed in a hurry here anyway. On the drive back to Colmar I watched vineyards blur past and thought about how every stop had its own flavor — not just in the wine but in little things: shutters painted blue instead of red, laughter echoing off stone alleys. I still think about that view from Kayserberg’s bridge, honestly.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Alsace villages and wine tasting tour

• Pickup from Colmar at 9am
• Drive along Alsace wine route
• Visit Eguisheim village
• Explore vineyards near Ribeauvillé and Riquewihr
• Wine tasting at typical wine cellar
• Visit Kayserberg fortress
• Return to Colmar

Top questions

How long is the Alsace day trip from Colmar?

The tour lasts approximately 8 hours including travel time between villages.

Is hotel pickup included on this Alsace tour?

Yes, hotel or address pickup within Colmar is included for all guests.

What villages are visited on this day trip?

The tour stops at Eguisheim, Ribeauvillé, Riquewihr, and Kayserberg.

Does this Alsace tour include wine tasting?

Yes, there is a tasting session at a typical local wine cellar along the route.

How many people are on each tour group?

The group size is limited to 7 people per minivan for a more personal experience.

Is lunch included during the day trip?

No lunch is provided; however, there are opportunities to purchase food in the villages visited.

Are children allowed on this Alsace day trip?

Yes, children can join if accompanied by an adult; infant seats are available upon request.

What types of wines are tasted during the tour?

You’ll sample varieties like Gewurztraminer, pinot gris, pinot blanc and others typical of Alsace.

What’s included

Your day includes pickup directly from your hotel or address in Colmar by air-conditioned minivan with bottled water provided throughout. A knowledgeable local guide leads you through four distinct Alsace villages along the wine route with plenty of time to explore each stop. The experience also features an authentic tasting session inside a traditional regional wine cellar before returning comfortably to Colmar in the evening.