Project Description
ALSACE
AND BLACK FOREST
GEOGRAPHY TOUR
The Alsace region lies in the north-east of France, bordering Germany and the Rhine River, next to the so-called Black Forest. Known for the endless territorial disputes between France and Germany for more than 300 years, this region is now reputed for its unique products such as cuckoo clock making and glass blowing, straw plaiting and wine making set in a rich landscape comprised of lush forests, picturesque hills, and fairytale villages.
Are you ready to explore the wonders of picture-perfect Alsace?
Welcome to Alsace!
DAY
1
DISCOVERING MEDIEVAL FREIBURG IM BREISGAU
Arrival at Frankfurt airport and private transfer to your hotel for check-in. Then, you will take part in a walking tour of the historic city centre including its magnificent historic city hall- known as the Römer- its beautiful half-timbered houses, the Frankfurt Cathedral, and St Paul’s Church.
Then, you will board your coach and head to Freiburg im Breisgau. Known as the jewel of the Black Forest, it is a major university city in south-west Germany. This fantastic city will be your base for this tour. After checking into your hotel, you’ll visit a glassblowing workshop. In the afternoon, enjoy a walking tour of Freiburg’s medieval city center. In the evening, you will be treated to a welcome dinner of typical Alsatian cuisine before returning to your hotel. Overnight stay in Freiburg im Bregau.
DAY
2
EXPLORING PICTURESQUE COLMAR AND STRASBOURG
After breakfast, depart for Colmar, a multicultural town in the Alsace region where France meets Germany. You will enjoy its beautiful architecture and a different perspective on the history of this part of France. On your way to Strasbourg, you will pass through the picturesque Kayserberg, and Riquewihr, two fortified towns full of colourful houses and facades with pretty oriels. Once in Strasbourg you will enjoy a walking tour of the city’s historic centre. You will learn about how Strasbourg became the European seat of many institutions and bodies, including the European Parliament, the European Court of Human Rights, etc. Return to your hotel in Freiburg im Breisgau for the night.
DAY
3
EUROPA PARK: A FULL DAY OF PURE FUN
After breakfast, board your transfer for a full day at Europa-Park, Germany’s largest theme park and Europe’s second most popular theme park resort after Disneyland Paris. With over 100 different attractions, you will need plenty of energy to make the most out of this fantastic theme park. Return to your hotel in Freiburg im Breisgau for the night.
DAY
4
BLACK FOREST: IMMERSE YOURSELF IN ALSACE’S NATURAL WONDERS
After breakfast, put on your walking shoes and head up to the Schauinsland, a 1,284 m (4,213 ft) peak in the Black Forest. Take the Freiburg Schauinsland cable car and experience the fantastic mountain views. Then, you will head to the Triberg Waterfalls, Germany’s highest waterfalls located in the mountains on the outskirts of Triberg. During the day you will also have time to visit a cuckoo clock manufacturer in the Black Forest, where the first cuckoo clocks were made. Finally, you will return to Freiburg im Breisgau for a delicious farewell dinner to recharge your batteries. Return to your hotel for the night.
DAY
5
BLACK FOREST: ONE LAST DAY OF BREATHTAKING LANDSCAPES
After breakfast, check out of the hotel and hop on your private transfer. Although this is the last day of the tour, you still have some exciting visits to make. You will visit Lake Titisee, a beautiful lake surrounded by forest and low mountains and one of the best-known attractions in the Black Forest. There, you will enjoy a 25 min cruise where you will learn about the secrets and legends of the lake and its surroundings. Transfer to the airport for your flight home. End of our services.
