Schloßberghöhlen is Europe's largest sandstone caves…read more As part of the Hohensalzburg Castle - we were advised there are something like 10-12 levels that were once used primarily for defense. During World War II the townsfolk used the caves for protection against air raids. In more modern times, the caves were used as banquet halls and for raves.......recognizing the potential hazard to the structural walls ( as they are only sandstone & one can scrape sediment away w/ one's fingers ) the site was closed off and is currently being turned into an educational / tourist destination Layers of mineral deposits show where this was once all underwater from the swirls in the pattern of red & tan layers They prefer guided tours - hardhats are issued at check in & you can reserve tour guides who speak a variety of languages We walked around the 1 level they currently have open - there are large buttons along the way which will light up parts of the cave & showcase various points of interest. We saw roots from trees on top of the mountain we were currently under; the "Throne Room" with its huge, cavernous rotunda; and a banquet hall that still had a large wooden table in it - must have been where they held their events. Overall, a nice excursion & if you're in the area, worth a visit

One of the things I knew I wanted to do on my recent trip to France was spend a day in wine…read morecountry. Based on solid reviews for Authentica we booked the full day tour (€130/pp). I would say this tour is best for those with some wine knowledge as they delve deep into the history and geography of the region. The focus is on education rather than guzzling a lot of wine. We visited a private cellar that represented many producers and had an introduction to what the region makes. After that, you'll see beautiful countryside, as well as the most expensive vineyard in the world (€15K/bottle!!). Then a stop in Beaune for lunch (on your own) and on to a woman owned winery to delve deep into the difference terroir makes in wine. Our guide Paul was incredibly knowledgeable about the region and wine in general. I would probably have wished for another winery stop versus lots of driving but ultimately I learned a ton and really enjoyed it!

Fantastic experience! Our driver, Pierre, was knowledgeable and fun. The wine tastings offered a…read moreperfect representation of the region's vintages and our mid-day break was a perfect experience of Beame. Highly recommend this tour operator!

Great way to see the small villages around Colmar! I signed up for the half day morning tour and…read moreended up staying for their afternoon tour too. Eric and Ana were energetic, funny, and very nice. They were always trying to make sure that their guest had a great time. I also appreciated how knowledgeable they were about the history of the villages!

Jerome planned a lovely day for us in the Colmar region. We visited the little villages, climbed up…read moreto the towers, enjoyed a great lunch at a local restaurant and even went horseback riding through the forest. Jerome was generous with his time and knowledge and took the time to show us the little extras nearby. I highly recommend spending the day with Jerome in the region he knows so well and enjoys sharing with his customers.

From the owner: Visites privées avec chauffeur en Alsace - Organisation de séjours en Alsace - Wine Tasting -…read morePrivate tours with Driver in Alsace - Travel planning - Travel Agency

Suzele took great care of us, taught us more than we could have learned on our own, and brought us…read moreto wineries and food establishments that completely suited what we asked for. The sightseeing and conversation were also wonderful! Thanks for sharing your expertise! M and A

Suzele was a nice find as a guide to the Alsace area. We joined our other members of our traveling…read moregroup for a lunch and wine tasting and Suzele was flexible to allow us to join them. And both before and after led us to cute towns sharing the history of them. She also took us to a winery and helped us compare to the previous tasting. We thoroughly enjoyed our time with her!

From the owner: 170 kilomètres de vignobles à découvrir Cette route qui s'étend entre Mulhouse et Strasbourg offre…read morenon seulement des paysages magnifiques, mais aussi la visite d'une soixantaine de villages typiques et bien sûr la dégustation des vins produits dans la région. Parmi les lieux les plus touristiques, citons Riquewihr, Kaysesberg, mais aussi Guebwiller et son couvent des Dominicains, sans oublier Colmar. Ces villages, qui ont su conserver leur charme d'antan avec des ruelles piétonnes, les balcons fleuris de géraniums, les maisons à colombages, gagnent réellement à être visités en dehors des périodes et des heures d'affluence. Privilégiez le printemps qui peut être très ensoleillé, ou l'automne où les vendanges et le vin nouveau donnent un attrait supplémentaire. Autour de Noël, ces villages revêtent leur habit de lumière et si le froid et la neige vous effraient, soyez assurés de vous réchauffer avec le vin chaud et les Braedele proposés dans tous les marchés de Noël. Pour découvrir tous