Alsace wine tour from Colmar: 2 tastings, small groups

Two hours on the Alsatian wine route, tasting what grows here

You travel by minivan through Alsatian vineyards with a qualified guide, stopping at two local wineries for tastings of Gewurztraminer, Riesling, Pinot gris and other regional varietals. The tour lasts a half day, keeps groups under eight people, and includes transport from Colmar. Eat a proper breakfast or lunch beforehand: snacks aren't part of the experience here, and that's intentional.

Step-by-step itinerary

Half-day Alsace wine tour from Colmar

• Depart from Colmar
• Follow Alsace wine route
• Visit first local winery
• Enjoy first wine tasting
• Visit second local winery
• Enjoy second wine tasting
• Discover Alsace wine landscape

The experience

"So which one tastes like flowers?" The question hangs in the tasting room, and your guide (a driver who knows the vineyards the way locals do) leans in to explain the difference between a Gewurztraminer and a Riesling. That's the rhythm of this half-day wine tour from Colmar: you're moving through the Alsatian wine route in a minivan with no more than eight people, stopping at two working wineries where the person pouring actually lives there. The air-conditioned van handles the driving between stops, so you're not navigating the narrow vineyard roads yourself.

The tour doesn't hand you a snack plate. That's a French thing, they tell you upfront, because food can muddy what you're tasting. So eat before you go, and then just focus on the wine. Your guide walks you through the local varietals: Sylvaner, Pinot gris, and the heavier, spiced Gewurztraminer that people either love or find too intense. Two tastings means you're not rushing through. You get time to ask why one tastes like stone and another like apricot. The whole thing takes a half day, which means you're back in Colmar by early afternoon with time to wander the old town or grab lunch.

The minivan picks you up from Colmar itself, so if you're staying in the city center, there's no separate transport to arrange. Groups stay small, that's the whole point, and the guide speaks English clearly enough that you're not straining to follow. It's not a fancy tasting room experience. It's the actual Alsace wine route, the one locals drive through on a Saturday afternoon.

What’s included

Your half-day tour includes two wine tastings at local Alsatian wineries, transport by air-conditioned minivan through the wine route, and an English-speaking driver guide who explains the wines and vineyards along the way. Departure is from Colmar.

Before you book

Days and timesFriday and SaturdayDepartures at 09:00 and 14:00Last departure this season: 31 Oct

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Under 18: 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 effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Ophorus

Is this one for you?Right for wine drinkers who want to taste Alsatian varietals without renting a car or navigating vineyard roads themselves. Plan on a half day out and a full stomach beforehand. That's what lets the tastings stay focused on the wine itself.

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Top questions

What wines will I taste on this tour?

You'll taste local Alsatian varietals including Gewurztraminer, Riesling, Pinot gris, Sylvaner and others, depending on what the wineries have available that day.

How long is the half-day wine tour?

It's a half-day tour, typically lasting around three to four hours from pickup to return to Colmar.

Are snacks or food provided during the tastings?

No. In France, snacks are usually not served during wine tastings to preserve the purity of the wine's flavor. You should eat a good breakfast or lunch before the tour.

What's the maximum group size?

Groups are kept to a maximum of 8 people, including the guide.

Is the tour suitable for children?

No, this is an adult-only tour. Children under 18 years of age are not allowed.

Is hotel pickup included?

The tour departs from Colmar. Public transportation options are available nearby if you need to reach the departure point.

What language is the guide?

The guide is English-speaking and qualified in wine knowledge.

What if I'm traveling alone? Is there a minimum group size?

Yes, the tour requires a minimum of 2 adult passengers to operate.