strasbourg
BLACK FOREST & the Rhine Falls
28 Aug - 04 Sep starting from
€589 in Triple Room
Visiting: Strasbourg, Colmar, Riquewihr, Rhine Falls, Europa Park, Lake Titisee, Triberg, Heidelberg and Speyer Tuesday 28th August: Meet the tour leader at 1230hrs at the Malta International Airport for check-in on your direct Airmalta flight to Zurich departing at 1435hrs. Upon arrival, your private coach will take you to your centrally located 3* Ibis Styles in Strasbourg. After check in and room allocation, you may join the tour leader for a short familiarisation walk. Wednesday 29th August: Today, after breakfast, join the tour leader for a fantastic day exploring Strasbourg, the city you will be calling home for the next few days. Located close to the border with Germany, in the historic region of Alsace, Strasbourg is one of the de facto capitals of the European Union, as it is the seat of several European institutions. Strasbourg’s historic city centre, the Grande Île , was classified a World Heritage site by UNESCO in 1988, the first time such an honour was placed on an entire city centre. Strasbourg is immersed in the FrancoGerman culture and although violently disputed throughout history, has been a cultural bridge between France and Germany for centuries. Walking a fine tightrope between France and Germany and between a medieval past and a progressive future, it pulls off its act in inimitable Alsatian style. Thursday 30th August: After breakfast, we offer you a marvellous optional day excursion to Colmar and Riquewihr. You start your day by visiting Riquewihr, a popular tourist attraction for its historical architecture, and known for the Riesling and other great wines produced in the village. Riquewihr, looks today more or less as it did in the 16th century, and is officially one of the most beautiful villages in France. After some free time for personal leisure, you will continue your way to Colmar, where you can join the tour leader for a city tour of the Upper Alsace capital, Colmar. The city is renowned for its well preserved old town, its numerous architectural landmarks and as one of the main cities of the Alsation Wine Route. Return to your hotel for overnight. Friday 31st August: Today, we offer you yet another spectacular day excursion, this time to the famous Rhine Falls. Your first stop will be in Schaffhausen, located on the German-Swiss border, where you will have ample time to visit the Rhine Falls. Take a trip on one of the boats (extra) to the central cliff and admire the spectacular views and rapids. You will then proceed to Mainau Island (entrance extra), a 45-hector island that lies just off the shores of Lake Constance, close to Switzerland and Austria. Around million tulips, scented roses, perennials and colourful dahlias bloom in the park and gardens, while palms and citrus trees lend a Mediterranean flair to the island. The castle church of Saint Marien is an architectural gem of the Baroque 16
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era and numerous adventure playgrounds make this island not only a nature and garden lovers heaven but a relaxation paradise. Return back to Strasbourg for overnight. Saturday 1st September: After breakfast, join the tour leader for a full day excursion to visit the Europa Park. This largest German theme park (entrance extra), offers countless attractions and shows. Europa Park has everything you could wish, with a sensational mix of high adrenaline rides, cleverly conceived themed area and beautiful parks. Return to hotel for overnight Sunday 2nd September: Today, after breakfast, we encourage you to join the tour leader for a full day excursion to Lake Titisee and Triberg. Lake Titisee, located in the heart of the Black Forest region, is one of the best know attractions and is the largest natural lake in the area. One can enjoy a boat ride on the lake (extra), alternatively browse amongst the numerous souvenir villages, but probably one can just sit and relax in one of the typical beer gardens and take in this heaven on earth scenario which is the idyllic place to relax in a delightful natural setting. You will then continue your way to Triberg, famous for being the home of the manufactures of the cuckoo clocks and also as the site of a series of waterfalls that are amongst the tallest in Germany. Foaming and roaring, the water plunges more than 160m down the river, creating a magnificent spectacle of nature. Return to your hotel for overnight. Monday 3rd September: After breakfast, today, you will enjoy a fantastic optional day excursion to Heidelberg and Speyer. Heidelberg, the home town to Germany’s most famous university, is surrounded by forest and renowned for its Baroque historical centre beautiful riverside settings and evocative half-ruined hilltop castle. You can join the tour leader for a walk along the river Neckar to the Alte Brucke where one can enjoy some splendid views of the old town. You then proceed to Speyer. Scarcely damaged during World War II, this handsome town is crowned by a magnificent Romanesque Cathedral and is easily explored on foot with some outstanding museums in its historic city centre. Return to your centrally located hotel in Strasbourg for overnight. Tuesday 4th September: After late breakfast, and room check out, (luggage room available) the rest of the morning is free so that one can enjoy the last few hours in the town of Strasbourg, before making your way to Zurich Airport in time for check in of your Airmalta flight back to Malta departing at 1740hrs and expected to land at 1955hrs.
special price
normal price
€589 triple
€689 triple
€639 twin
€739 twin
€849 single
€949 single
€449 child
€499 child
(under 12 years sharing with 2 Adults)
€49 infant
€49 infant
(under 2 years sharing with 2 Adults)
Price Includes: • Return Airmalta flight to Zurich • 10 Kgs Hand Luggage • 23 Kgs Checked-In Luggage • All Transfers • 7 Nights at the 3* Ibis Styles Hotel in Strasbourg on Bed & Breakfast Basis • Tour Leader • City Tax • Protection by the Insolvency Fund Optional Excursions: Adults Child Strasbourg €37 €32 Colmar and Riquewihr €45 €29 Rhine Falls €45 €29 Europa Park (transfer only) €37 €32 Lake Titisee and Triberg €45 €29 Heidelberg and Speyer €45 €29 Rate for all Excursions €254 €180
Note: Special Price is only valid when the Excursion package is taken