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6 DAYS
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  • Visit to the Abbeye de Murbach
  • Relax at Le Chambard
  • Enjoy a Raphael or Botticelli at the Musée des Beaux Arts
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Primary: Road Cycling
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Alsace Bike Tour

Our Alsace bike tour has it all.
Our Alsace bike tour has it all. Do you love visiting castles? Alsace boasts Europe's highest concentration of feudal castles, bearing witness to its turbulent history. Without a doubt the most famous of these is the Haut Koenigsbourg castle that happens to be right along the route on our bicycle tour. And a long ride just wouldn't be complete without a tasty meal at an Alsatian inn, including a valley pie together with a green salad, Munster cheese, fromage blanc tart, bilberry or apple pie. And Sundays would be bland and boring without baeckeoffe (vegetable and meat stew) or traditional Alsatian-style choucroute (sauerkraut).Several gastronomic trails invite you to discover this rich culinary heritage. Due to their tumultuous past, Alsatians are extremely proud to be French and take great offense in being mistaken for Germans. You will see more French flags on the streets here than in any other inland French city. The Alsatian Vineyard Route is a veritable rite-of-passage for the discerning wine buff, and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to taste the Alsatians’ craft throughout the week on your cycling vacation. Come and stay in charming inns, discover the beauty of the sloping vineyards, visit many historical villages and monuments that have been the heart of many border feuds.
Day 1: Les Vosges
Your guides will greet you in the train station in Mulhouse to transfer you to Jungholtz, the starting point of your adventure, nestled in the foothills of the Vosges Mountains. After a delicious welcome of Alsatian cremant - a sparkler that can put more than a few champagnes to shame – and a bike fitting, you'll roll down to the town of Guebwiller for a tasting and a visit to the Abbeye de Murbach, founded in 727. Afterwards, you'll meander back to your hotel to relax in the pool, or maybe melt under the hands of a trained masseuse. In the evening, you'll dine at a winstub, a restaurant that serves traditional Alsatian cuisine like choucroute or coq au vin with Riesling. 

 Meal: 
Dinner 

Destinations visited: 
Jungholtz, Guebwiller 

 Distance cycled: 
19 km / 12 miles
Day 2: Gewürztraminer, Riesling, Pinot Gris, Oh My!
Say goodbye to your forested sanctuary because it's out into the vines! You'll pass through the towns of Orschwihr, Bergholtzzell, Soultzmatt- if you can't pronounce the names; you'll still be able to enjoy their wines! You've probably heard the word terroir; after this morning's tasting you'll know exactly what a difference it makes. Enjoy lunch with the locals in the town of Soultzmatt. A climb into the wooded foothills of the Vosges will get you ready for an exhilarating descent. Our final miles will wind at the base of the foothills until we reach our next home away from home, Le Chambard in Kaysersberg. Take a swim, stroll the town or simply enjoy the view; but be prepared for dinner, a feast created by Olivier Nasti, France's best chef of 2007! 

Meal: 
Breakfast/Dinner 

Destinations visited: 
Orschwihr, Bergholtzzell, Soultzmatt, Kayersberg 

Distance cycled: 
48 km / 30 miles
Day 3: In and around Colmar
A bracing morning ride finds you in the hill-top town of Les Trois-Epis. From this medieval pilgrimage site, you'll descend into the earthly, vinous pleasures of Niedermorschwihr. Your palate, having distinguished the smokiness of a pinot gris from the gunflint of a grand cru Riesling, might desire some more solid foods, so pause for a delicious meal at a rustic table in Ammerschwihr. Even on a full stomach, it's not far to your hotel. The afternoon and evening are yours, relax at Le Chambard or your guides will drive you to Colmar for shopping and dinner in this historic town, a Unesco World Heritage site. 

Meal: 
Breakfast/Lunch 

Destinations visited: 
Les Trois-Epis, Niedermorschwihr, Ammerschwihr, Colmar

Distance cycled: 
48 km / 30 miles
Day 4: The Queen Stage
Departing from Le Chambard, you'll make you way through Grand Cru vineyards on quiet lanes, passing the picturesque villages of Riquewihr and Hunawihr. Fortify yourself in the wine center of Ribeauvillé, munching a freshly baked bretzel accompanied by a glass of unassuming sylvaner. Then, you return to the quiet roads of a forest that only opens to reveal breathtaking views and quiet villages. Your end point is Haut-Koenigsbourg, a castle first mentioned in 1147, its commanding view will leave you speechless. Take a tour of this fortress and then we’ll drive you and your bikes to Ottrott and the wonderful Hostellerie et Chateau. 

 Meal: 
Breakfast/Dinner 

Destinations visited: 
Riquewihr, Hunawihr, Ribeauvillé, Kintzwiller, Ottrott 

Distance cycled: 
48 km / 30 miles
Day 5: The Capital of Europe
Say goodbye to the countryside today, enjoy one more tasting and a gentle ride across the Rhine Valley and enter the heart of Europe, Strasbourg. Home of the European Parliament, birthplace of “La Marseillaise,” and a 2000-year-old crossroads of culture, Strasbourg will open its arms for us. Enjoy a Raphael or Botticelli at the Musée des Beaux Arts or a simple cafe in the shadow of Strasbourg's Cathedral for a few hours before we gather together for one last amazing feast.
 
Meal: 
Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner 

Destinations visited: 
Strasbourg 

Distance cycled:
TBD
Day 6: Depart
Stroll the quiet streets of medieval Strasbourg to watch sunlight reveal a statue's smile, or awaken later for a relaxed breakfast. Your guides will see you to the train station as you head to your next destination. New friends, new achievements, new wines, new stories, just a few of your new memories after visiting the Alsace!
TRIP INCLUDES
  • Deluxe accommodations in luxurious properties with the best amenities 
  • Aluminum bicycle, handlebar bag, water bottle, lock, patch kit with spare tube, lightweight helmet and optional toe straps 
  • Breakfasts, lunches, Apres Velo cocktails and gourmet dinners including wine 
  • Bilingual guides who look after your every need 
  • A route review with your guide each morning 
  • Highlighted regional maps 
  • Support vehicle that sweeps the day's route distributing refreshments and offering lifts 
  • Entrance fees to historic sites, museums, parks and all other exclusive events Transportation from rendezvous to final drop-off 
  • Gratuities for baggage, porters, and hotel service
  • Baggage transport 
  • Exceptional customer service 
  • Complimentary travel planning 
  • DuVine Adventures t-shirt and luggage tag
CANCELLATIONS: 20% cancellation fee applied if cancelled 60 days prior to departure. Cancellations within 60 days are 100% non-cancelable

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