Alsace Wine Tasting Tour: Private Driver & Winemaker Visits

You design the wine route. The driver handles everything else

You tell the driver what you want to taste and where, and he arranges private winemaker appointments, handles all the driving through Alsace vineyards, and books lunch at a local restaurant. Tastings and meals are paid on the day (usually 10–20€ per tasting), while transport, water, and parking are included. Hotel pickup, English-speaking guide, and a climate-controlled van mean you taste wine without the logistics.

Step-by-step itinerary

Private wine tasting and village tour

• Pick up at accommodation
• Visit Alsace villages and vineyards
• Meet winemakers for private tastings
• Enjoy lunch at local restaurant
• Learn about Alsace history and wines
• Travel in Mercedes Class V van

The experience

You're standing in your Alsace hotel room with a free afternoon, or maybe a full day, and you're thinking: I want to taste real wine here, not the tourist version. The thing is, renting a car means driving through vineyards you don't know, hunting for wineries that might be closed, and trying to navigate back after tasting. A group tour locks you into someone else's schedule. So you call and say what you actually want (three wineries, or five, or just one with a long lunch), and Jérôme, your private driver, builds the day around that. He speaks English, knows which growers still do organic production the old way, and handles all the appointments. You show up at your accommodation and get picked up in a Mercedes Class V van.

The wine tasting part works like this: Jérôme arranges your visits to local winemakers ahead of time, so you're not turning up cold at a closed gate. Tastings usually run between 10 and 20 euros per person, though many waive the fee if you buy a bottle or two, and you probably will, because these aren't the industrial operations you'd find near Strasbourg's main square. These are people who've been making wine in the same village for generations, and they'll talk about their vines the way someone talks about their kids. Lunch is booked in a restaurant locals actually eat in, not somewhere with a menu in six languages. The whole day is built around what you want to see, not what fits a fixed itinerary.

The logistics are handled: hotel pickup anywhere in Alsace, air-conditioned transport, bottled water in the van, parking fees covered. If you're thinking about a shorter tour (say, two hours), those run from the Colmar area rather than Strasbourg itself, so check that detail before you book. What you pay for tastings and lunch is separate from the tour price, and Jérôme will give you a sense of what to expect before the day starts. You're not negotiating with drivers at the curb or figuring out how to get back to your hotel after wine. That's already solved.

What’s included

• Private transportation in a Mercedes Class V van.
• hotel pickup anywhere in Alsace.
• English-speaking driver.
• bottled water.
• air-conditioned vehicle.
• parking fees.
• custom itinerary planned around your preferences.
• private winemaker appointments arranged in advance.

Options for this experience

3 options

One tasting and village experienceGuide in English or French · No fixed timeLasts 2 hours: pickup from your accommodation (Colmar only), then a drive to a winery for one private tasting. Ideal for short stays! Tasting fees are not included, usually between 12 and 20 € per person depending on the chosen winery. Mercedes Class V: luxury 8-seat van.

Half DayGuide in English or French · No fixed timeWine trip lasting 4 hours: private wine tasting tour. Private vehicle: our vehicle is a Mercedes Xtra long Vito with full leather seats. Pickup is included.

Full-day wine and villages tourGuide in English or French · No fixed timeDuration: 8 hours. Customized Mercedes Class V van. Includes pickup.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Before you book

Days and timesMonday to Saturday

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish and French

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 11 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by ALSASMARTOURS Jérôme

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to taste Alsace wine without renting a car or joining a group. The private driver means you choose the wineries and pace, while someone else handles navigation and logistics.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and French.

Can I book this tour from Strasbourg?

Yes, for full-day tours. Two-hour tours run from the Colmar area only. Contact the operator to confirm before booking if you're looking for a short tasting.

Do I have to pay extra for tastings?

Yes. Tastings usually cost 10–20€ per person and are paid directly at each winery. The fee is often waived if you purchase wine. Lunch is also paid separately.

What's included in the tour price?

Private transportation in a Mercedes van, hotel pickup, bottled water, air conditioning, and parking fees. Tastings, winery appointments, and lunch are arranged but paid on the day.

How long does a full-day tour last?

The itinerary is custom-built around your preferences, so duration varies. Discuss your ideal day length when booking.

What if I want to visit specific wineries?

Tell the operator which wineries or villages you'd like to visit, and they'll arrange private appointments with the winemakers before your tour begins.