Top Alsace City Tours

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Visiting Strasbourg in family or with friends lead by a private guide. What a wonderful idea! Strasbourg, the capital of the Grand Est region of France, is a must do during your holidays. You will have the chance to explore the Christmas market and the famous Cathedral. Strasbourg is to the East of Paris, about 2 hours by train, close to the German border. It is the biggest city of the Alsace Region and it is the “Capital of Christmas” where you can find one of the best markets in Europe. Strasbourg Christmas is one of the oldest in Europe and the very first in France. Enjoy the trip of your dreams thanks to more than 300 stalls, kilometres of fairy lights and the majestic Great Christmas Tree. Moreover, you will have the opportunity of visiting the Strasbourg Cathedral which is a must see and the jewel of the city. Discover the best things to do in the city, learn about the gastronomic specialties of the region and get tips about Strasbourg’s restaurants

Add a fun twist to a bike tour of Strasbourg with this geocaching experience. Discover the city on a self-guided bike tour, using a downloadable app and following GPS-programmed routes around the city, seeking out hidden items and ‘caches’ along the way.

Make your trip an unforgettable experience. Learn more about the European city of Strasbourg - whether on foot or by bus. The tour takes you past the Strasbourg Cathedral (inner tour possible by arrangement), through the picturesque district "La Petite France" and into the "Neustadt". A tour with a visit to the platform of the Strasbourg Cathedral is also possible for sports enthusiasts - admission is not included in the price. On a day trip, discover the beautiful medieval villages along the Alsace Wine Route. Be on the go with Julia!

After the end of the Second World War, several divisions of the US Army were permanently stationed in West Germany. At the time of the Cold War, there were constantly more than 200,000 US soldiers. For taking a trip into your past, this tour is just perfect for you! Heidelberg is the ideal starting point for such a trip, as the majority of the US troops were stationed within a radius of just 50 miles around Heidelberg. If you go to "What To Expect" you may find more than 130 relevant sites including the names of barracks and other US facilities. The name of my boutique-style chauffeur and limousine service is "a friend in heidelberg". Many guests of mine told me that this very name is the perfect choice. I was not only born in the famous historical city of Heidelberg and know the area extremely well, but also lived and worked in the US and hence speak fluent English. If you wish I can help you with the organization of your trip ahead of time. You will be chauffeured in a Mercedes S-Class, virtually a private jet for the road, equipped with all state-of-the-art features.

Thanks to the Internet genealogical research has become way easier. Nowadays you have an unparalleled opportunity to trace your roots to a certain town and to explore where your ancestors originated. You might even get lucky and meet some distant relatives. If your ancestors are from Germany, I am here to help you explore the places and points of interest related to your ancestors. Actually, a lot of Germans who emigrated came from the region I serve as a driver guide or better your "concierge on wheels". I am located in the renowned historic city of Heidelberg and my primarily geographical area of operations stretches from Frankfurt in the north, Stuttgart and Strasbourg in the south, Saarbrucken and Kaiserslautern, known as "K-town" by US army personnel, in the west and Würzburg and Rothenburg ob der Tauber in the east. The name of my boutique-style chauffeur and limousine service is "a friend in heidelberg". Many guests of mine told me that this very name is the perfect choice. I was not only born in the famous historical city of Heidelberg and know the area extremely well, but also lived and worked in the US and hence speak fluent English. If you wish I can help you with the organization of your trip ahead of time. In contrast to the famous movie "Back to the Future", I cannot serve with a DeLorean with a built-in time machine, but offer a fully equipped first-class Mercedes S-Class limousine for travels back to one’s past.

The German Autobahn is special for a number of reasons. The most famous one is the absence of a general speed limit. There are foreign visitors who dare to drive on the German Autobahn themselves, while others prefer to be driven. The name of my boutique-style chauffeur and limousine service is "a friend in heidelberg". Many guests of mine told me that this very name is the perfect choice. With me as your chauffeur, you will enjoy this trip on the German Autobahn with all comfort and in absolute style. Since I lived and worked in the US, I speak fluent English. I got my driver's license back in 1980 and have never had a single accident on the Autobahn. Therefore, you can be sure that it will be an absolutely safe ride. Your car will be a Mercedes S-Class, virtually a private jet for the road, equipped with all state-of-the-art features.

The Palatinate region offers charming landscapes, hospitality and many sights. The right tour for people who want to be off the beaten track and who love the individual experience. Palatinate is also famous for its white "Riesling" wine and therefore a wine tasting in one of the many wineries is almost a must. The name of my boutique-style chauffeur and limousine service is "a friend in heidelberg". Many guests of mine told me that this very name is the perfect choice. The stops mentioned under "Itinerary" are possible destinations of our tour. I am more than happy to compose an individual tour, which is based entirely on your preferences and wishes. I was not only born in the famous historical city of Heidelberg and know the area extremely well, but also lived and worked in the US and hence speak fluent English. If you wish I can help you with the organization of your trip ahead of time. You will be chauffeured in a Mercedes S-Class, virtually a private jet for the road, equipped with all state-of-the-art features.

The name of my boutique-style chauffeur and limousine service is "a friend in heidelberg". Many guests of mine told me that this very name is the perfect choice. The stops mentioned under "Itinerary" are possible destinations of our tour. I am more than happy to compose an individual tour, which is based entirely on your preferences and wishes. I was not only born in the famous historical city of Heidelberg and know the area extremely well, but also lived and worked in the US and hence speak fluent English. If you wish I can help you with the organization of your trip ahead of time. You will be chauffeured in a Mercedes S-Class, virtually a private jet for the road, equipped with all state-of-the-art features.

With 300 miles (500km) of cycle paths through the streets and along the banks of the Rhine River, Strasbourg and Kehl are great fun to explore by bike. On this tour, hop into the saddle and harness pedal-power to take in the top attractions with ease. Spin past landmarks including Gutenburg Square and Notre Dame de Strasbourg Cathedral with your guide. Explore the hidden secrets of Saint-Étienne Square, delve into the historic Old Town, and admire sweeping views along the pretty Rhine River.

Wind your way through the streets of Strasbourg and take in the views from the back of a pedicab! Enjoy a fun introduction to the city with a 1-hour sightseeing tour and choose between two equally memorable itineraries. Explore the cobblestone lanes and canal ways around La Petite France and the Tanner’s Quarter, taking in highlights like the Covered Bridges, Notre Dame de Strasbourg and Le Palais des Rohan. Alternatively, pedal around the modern buildings of the European district and the scenic pathways of the Parc de l’Orangerie.

Departure from Colmar with Alsace Safari at 8:30 am: • Visit of Obernai. • Visit to a medieval castle. • Wine route. • Tasting at a winemaker on the wine route Lunch break • Visit of Andlau, one of the most "Beautiful Villages of France" and 2nd on the program "Favorite Village of the French" in 2014. • Interactive workshop to learn everything about half-timbered houses and castles in Alsace • Wine route. • Break in Dambach-la-Ville Return to Colmar around 6:00 p.m.

Departure from Colmar with Alsace Safari at 1:45 p.m. • Wine route. • Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle • Visit of Kaysersberg. • Visit of a cellar and wine tasting at a winemaker Return to Colmar around 6:00 p.m.

Departure from Colmar with Alsace Safari at 1:45 p.m .: • Visit to a typical Alsatian village • Visit of Murbach Abbey in a very peaceful place • Wine route • Cellar visit and tasting at a winemaker Return to Colmar around 6:00 p.m.

Departure from Colmar with Alsace Safari at 9:00 am: • Wine route • Visit of Hunawihr • Visit of Riquewihr • Visit of Eguisheim Lunch break • Wine route • Visit of the Haut-Koenigsbourg castle (subject to availability due to restrictions on the number of visitors! If not available, a second wine tasting will be offered instead of the castle) • Visit of Kaysersberg • Visit of a cellar and wine tasting at a winemaker on the wine route Return to Colmar around 6:00 p.m.

Departure from Colmar at 2:00 p.m .: VIP-Tour: 1/2 day afternoon, Visit of typical villages around Colmar, with optional: Cellar visit (s) and wine tasting at a winemaker and / or visit of the Château du Haut Koenigsbourg Return to Colmar around 6:00 p.m. Shape your Tour according to your desires, we will concoct a beautiful afternoon in Alsace! This afternoon on the wine route can take place according to your interests, with 3 stops: Example 1: you want to visit the villages: visit 3 villages around Colmar on the wine route (your choice: Riquewihr, Eguisheim, Ribeauvillé, Kaysersberg, or other lesser-known villages which are worth a detour ...) Ex 2: you want to visit and taste wines: you can choose 1 or 2 tastings and 1 village visit (see 2 if you have 1 tasting!) Ex 3: you want to see the castle, the villages and taste: in this case there will be 1 wine tasting, 1 village visit and the castle visit.

Departure from Colmar at 1:45 p.m .: • Wine route • Visit of Hunawihr • Visit of Riquewihr • Tasting at a winemaker • Visit of Eguisheim Return to Colmar around 6:00 p.m.

Discover the magic of the Christmas markets, Embark on a fairy and magical world ... The towns and villages of Alsace adorn themselves with their clothes of lights, the nicely decorated houses take on a fairytale look. At the bend of a street arise small wooden huts where the good scents of gingerbread, hot wines and other flavors of Alsace will enchant you. Visit of 2 markets and cellar visit with a wine tasting

Discover the magic of the Christmas markets, Embark on a fairy and magical world ... The towns and villages of Alsace adorn themselves with their clothes of lights, the nicely decorated houses take on a fairytale look. At the bend of a street arise small wooden huts where the good scents of gingerbread, hot wines and other flavors of Alsace will enchant you.

Departure from Colmar with Alsace Safari at 9:00 a.m .: • Tour of Turckheim • Tasting at a winemaker on the wine route • “Marcaire” meal in a farm inn • Route des Crêtes and its magnificent viewpoints • Visit to a goat farm and cheese tasting Return to Colmar around 6:00 p.m.

Departure from Colmar at 9:00 am: • Wine route • Visit of Hunawihr • Visit of Riquewihr • Visit of Eguisheim Return to Colmar around 12:30 p.m.