Christmas Lights, Wine & Wonder: A Festive Journey from Paris to Strasbourg (6N/7D)
Celebrate the magic of a European Christmas by combining Paris’ illuminated icons with the fairy tale markets and wine villages of Alsace, all linked by easy rail travel. This itinerary blends classic sightseeing with atmospheric festive experiences, local food and wine, with a curated small group or private tour.
THEME
Rail travel, Christmas markets, Paris icons & Alsatian wine
REGIONS
Paris • Strasbourg • Alsace
Experience Highlights
Day 1 – Welcome to Paris, France
- Touchdown in Paris and enjoy a private transfer from Paris airport to your hotel in the city centre.
- Spend your evening on the Seine, with a special Christmas Dinner Cruise along the river, complete with a festive menu, live music and views of the city’s Christmas lights and illuminated monuments.
Day 2 – Explore iconic sights in style
- Start your day with a guided orientation tour of Paris with a private guide, taking in major highlights such as the Île de la Cité, the Latin Quarter and the Right Bank boulevards.
- Later on, head out on a classic tour, ‘The Grand 2CV Paris Tour’, exploring iconic districts in a vintage Citroën with commentary and photo stops.
Day 3 – Art, History & Parisian Glamour
- Today, take a small-group or private highlights tour of the Louvre or Musée d’Orsay focusing on key masterpieces.
- Late afternoon, visit to Les Invalides and the Army Museum, followed by the AURA Invalides immersive sound‑and‑light show by Cultival in the monument’s courtyard.
- Finish your day with a three‑course dinner with drinks at Madame Brasserie on the Eiffel Tower, combining modern French cuisine with spectacular night views over Paris.
Day 4 – Paris → Strasbourg by High-Speed Rail
- Enjoy a private pick-up, followed by high‑speed SNCF TGV train from Paris to Strasbourg (1st or 2nd class options available). On arrival, ease into your new surroundings with a private transfer from Strasbourg station to your hotel.
- Familiarise yourself by embarking upon a private walking tour of Strasbourg, focusing on the Cathedral and Petite France, followed by time to explore the city’s famous Christmas markets.
Day 5 – Festive Villages, Historic Castles & Winter Wonder
- Head out on a full‑day small‑group ‘Pearls of Alsace’ tour, visiting Colmar, storybook villages such as Eguisheim and Riquewihr, and Haut‑Koenigsbourg Castle. Make the most of free time during your tour to enjoy local markets and decorations.
Day 6 – A Taste of Christmas in Alsace
- Explore more with your morning at leisure in Strasbourg to revisit your favourite markets or shop for festive gifts.
- In the afternoon, discover a 100% Immersive Experience at Zeyssolff – cellar tour with projection, wine tasting, and Alsatian Christmas meal, showcasing regional gastronomy and traditions. The estate is located about 30 minutes from Strasbourg by private transfer.
Day 7 – Strasbourg Departure
- Private transfer from your hotel to Strasbourg station or airport.
- SNCF TGV back to Paris or onward travel to your next destination.
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