Experience the elegance and charm of France on this unforgettable 8-day journey through Paris and Alsace, the perfect balance of culture, gastronomy, and relaxation.
This tour includes More Moments, activities included with your package.
Partially guided tour | 9 days | 7 nights
Trip Highlights |France
- Paris - Strasbourg - Colmar
Inclusions
- Round-trip flight to Paris
- 7 nights of accommodation
- 7 breakfasts, 1 tasting
- Round-trip private airport transfers
- Rail ticket in 2nd class from Paris to Strasbourg, Strasbourg to Colmar and Colmar to Paris
- More Moments activities included:
- Paris shared city tour with Seine River cruise
- Private guided walking tour in Strasbourg and Colmar
- Full-day Alsace vineyards wine tasting excursion
- Full-day visit to Eguisheim, Riquewihr & Haut Koenigsbourg Castle
Day 1 | Depart Canada
Day 2 | Welcome to Paris
- Upon arrival at the airport, you’ll meet your driver for your transfer to the hotel. Check in and spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Day 3 | Paris - Visit
- After breakfast, you’ll embark on a comprehensive Paris adventure.
- More Moments Activities Included
- Paris Shared City Tour with Seine River cruise:
- This excursion includes a city tour by panoramic coach that lasts 1.5 hours as well as a 1-hour cruise along the Seine.
- Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 4 | Paris - Strasbourg: Visit
- After breakfast, you’ll make your own way to the train station. Upon arrival in Strasbourg, you’ll make your own way to your hotel and check in. In the afternoon, you’ll meet with your guide for a private walking tour.
- More Moments Activities Included
- Private guided walking tour of Strasbourg
- Embark on an unforgettable journey through the heart of Strasbourg, where history, culture and architectural beauty come alive. This private walking tour offers an in-depth exploration of the city's iconic landmarks and charming neighbourhoods
- Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 5 | Strasbourg - Alsace: Visit
- After breakfast, you’ll head out on a full-day visit to the Alsace Wine Route.
- More Moments Activities Included
- Alsace vineyards wine tasting tour
- Explore the renowned wine regions of Mittelbergheim, Barr, Dambach-la-Ville, Ribeauvillé and Riquewihr on this full-day Alsace wine tour. Enjoy tastings at carefully selected wineries and traditional caveaux, featuring Alsace white wines, including Rieslings, Gewurztraminers and selected Grand Cru or late-harvest wines. Learn about local appellations, terroirs and wine tasting techniques from expert hosts and guides. Free time for lunch at a local restaurant ($).
- Meal(s): Breakfast, tasting
Day 6 | Strasbourg – Colmar: Visit
- After breakfast, you’ll make your own way to the train station. Upon arrival in Colmar, you’ll make your own way to your hotel and check in. In the afternoon, you’ll meet with your guide for a private walking tour.
- More Moments Activities Included
- Private guided walking tour of Colmar
- Discover the fairytale charm of Colmar, famous for its colourful half-timbered houses, scenic canals and rich history. Explore the old town and its highlights, including La Petite Venise, Maison Pfister, St. Martin’s Church and the Parc du Champ de Mars.
- Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 7 | Colmar: Visit
- After breakfast, enjoy an excursion to the charming villages of Eguisheim and Riquewihr, followed by a visit to the impressive Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle.
- More Moments Activities Included
- Eguisheim, Riquewihr & Haut Koenigsbourg
- Discover the charm of Alsace on this full-day excursion through Eguisheim and Riquewihr, two of the region’s most picturesque villages known for their half-timbered houses, vineyards and medieval atmosphere.
- Enjoy free time for lunch in Riquewihr ($) before continuing along the scenic Alsace Wine Route, with views of rolling vineyards and hilltop castles. The tour concludes with a visit to the impressive Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle overlooking the Alsace plains
- Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 8 | Colmar - Paris
- After breakfast, you’ll make your own way to the train station. Upon arrival in Paris, you’ll make your own way to your hotel and check in. The rest of the day is at your leisure.
- Meal(s): Breakfast
Day 9 | Paris - Return to Canada
- After breakfast, you’ll take your transfer to the airport for your return flight home.
- Meal(s): Breakfast
4-Star Accommodation
Paris
- Hotel Maison Athénée (or similar)
- 4
Strasbourg
- Hotel Mercure Centre (or similar)
- 4
Colmar
- Best Western Grand hotel Bristol (or similar)
- 4
Important Information | Departure Dates
- Daily departures from April 1, 2026, to March 31, 2027
Not included
- Meals, unless specified
- Transfers between train stations and hotels
- Porterage
- Personal expenses
- Optional activities and premium museum entries
- Skip-the-line tickets
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- Local taxes
Activities
- The More Moments activities/excursions mentioned in the itinerary are all included in the package but may be rescheduled to take place on an earlier or later day, or replaced with an alternate option depending on availability, weather, seasonality and operational reasons beyond the supplier’s control.
- Shared city tour of Paris with Seine River cruise (audio-guide included) - approximately 2.5 hours
- Strasbourg private guided walking tour - approximately 2 hours
- Alsace vineyards wines tasting tour - approximately 8 hours
- Colmar private guided walking tour - approximately 2 hours
- Details regarding excursion meeting points will be indicated on your documents prior to departure.
Transportation
- Standard train tickets in 2nd class