Colmar: Kaysersberg, Riquewihr & Hunawihr Half-Day Tour

Three Alsace villages in one afternoon, starting from Colmar's center

You visit three distinct Alsace villages in one half-day, with guided walking tours in Kaysersberg and Riquewihr, free time to explore on your own, and photo stops along the wine route. Transport, an English-speaking guide and all route planning are included, so you don't arrange anything yourself. The tour runs on a fixed schedule and returns to Colmar by late afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Alsace villages and wine route

• Depart from Colmar
• Guided walking tour in Kaysersberg
• Free time in Kaysersberg
• Drive along Alsace wine route
• Stop for photo opportunities
• Guided walking tour in Riquewihr
• Visit artisan shops in Hunawihr
• Explore cultural landmarks in Hunawihr
• Return to Colmar

The experience

The minivan leaves Colmar in the morning and heads straight into the Alsace countryside, where the villages sit so close together you can almost walk between them but the roads wind enough that a driver saves you hours. Kaysersberg comes first: half-timbered houses stacked along a narrow main street, an Imperial Castle sitting in ruins on the hill above, and the kind of quiet that only happens when you arrive early enough. Your guide walks you through the center, points out the details most visitors miss, then leaves you free to wander on your own for a while. That's the rhythm of this tour: structure where you need it, space where you don't.

After Kaysersberg, the route follows the Alsace wine road south, and the driver stops a couple of times so you can step out and photograph the vineyards rolling down toward the villages below. It's not a wine tasting tour (you're not sitting down anywhere), but you see why people come here to drink. Then Riquewihr appears, even smaller and more intact than Kaysersberg, with another guided walk through streets that look like they were painted rather than built. The guide shows you the town properly. You get the context. From there it's a short drive to Hunawihr, which the tour describes as one of France's most beautiful villages, and it's known for its artisan shops and cultural landmarks: the kind of place where you can actually buy something from someone who made it, not a souvenir chain. The whole thing wraps by late afternoon, and you're back in Colmar before dinner.

The group stays small: minimum two adults to run the tour, which means you're never herded through these villages like a school group. The minivan is air-conditioned, which matters on a warm day when you're walking uphill in Kaysersberg. Your guide speaks English and drives, so there's no separate driver and no confusion about timing or where to meet next. If you have young children, infant seats are available if you request them when you book. Kids under four aren't permitted on the tour.

What’s included

Your half-day tour includes transport by air-conditioned minivan, an English-speaking qualified driver guide, guided walking tours in Kaysersberg and Riquewihr, free time for personal exploration in the villages, and photo stops along the Alsace wine route. Infant seats are available upon request at the time of booking.

Before you book

Lasts 4h, from € 75 per person, with a live guide in English, in groups of up to 8 and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesNext departure: 4 Apr 2027

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by Ophorus

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see three distinct Alsace villages in one afternoon without renting a car or planning the route yourself: the fixed schedule and included guide let you focus on the villages instead of navigation.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What villages are included in the Alsace tour?

The tour visits Kaysersberg (with guided walking tour and free time), Riquewihr (guided walking tour), and Hunawihr (known for artisan shops and cultural landmarks). You also stop along the Alsace wine route for photos.

Is hotel pickup included?

Yes, the tour includes transport by air-conditioned minivan with an English-speaking driver guide, though specific pickup details should be confirmed at booking.

What is the minimum group size?

The tour requires a minimum of 2 adult passengers to operate.

Is this tour suitable for people with limited mobility?

The tour is listed as suitable for all physical fitness levels. However, it includes guided walking tours through village streets, so you should be comfortable walking on uneven terrain.

Are pets allowed on the tour?

No, pets are not allowed on the tour.