4-Nights Escape to the Black Forest & Alsace Road Trip - Private Guided Experiences from $1,044

Day 1: Arrive in Frankfurt

In the morning travel to the city of Baden-Baden, the former summer residence of European aristocrats and world famous for its elegant spa resort. Another attraction is the casino, at the entrance of the Black Forest. Visit the city and surrounding region.

Hotel: Hotel am Sophienpark (4 Star Rating)

This upscale hotel on 0.4-hectare grounds is a 5-minute walk from Museum Frieder Burda's modern art and 11 minutes’ from the Festspielhaus Baden-Baden opera house.

Understated rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks. Some have balconies overlooking the garden. Suites add sitting areas; some also feature pull-out sofas and kitchenettes. Apartments add separate living rooms. Air-conditioning is not available.

Hot buffet breakfast, served either in the relaxed restaurant or on the terrace, is complimentary, as are hot/cold drinks, cakes and biscuits provided in the lobby.

Today travel deeper into the Black Forest. Your route takes you through traditional villages such as Baiersbronn, Freudenstadt and Alpirsbach, set among the scenic hills and woods of the Black Forest. In the afternoon return to Baden-Baden where you have free time to enjoy the city's hot springs or try your luck at the casino.

Hotel: Hotel am Sophienpark (4 Star Rating)

This upscale hotel on 0.4-hectare grounds is a 5-minute walk from Museum Frieder Burda's modern art and 11 minutes’ from the Festspielhaus Baden-Baden opera house.

Understated rooms come with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and desks. Some have balconies overlooking the garden. Suites add sitting areas; some also feature pull-out sofas and kitchenettes. Apartments add separate living rooms. Air-conditioning is not available.

Hot buffet breakfast, served either in the relaxed restaurant or on the terrace, is complimentary, as are hot/cold drinks, cakes and biscuits provided in the lobby.

Meal(s): Breakfast

After breakfast travel towards the southern part of the Black Forest, taking the high route through the Black Forest. Stop at Vogtsbauernhof; this open-air museum gives a great overview of the way of life in this region. Then arrive at Titisee, the glacial lake nestled in the heart of the Black Forest. Make a brief stop at Hofgut Sternen to learn more about the fascinating world of cuckoo clocks. In the afternoon continue to Freiburg.

Hotel: Hotel am stadtgarten Boutiquehotel (4 Star Rating)

Our Boutiquehotel, newly built in 2019, sets standards in stylish coziness and comfortable furnishings. In our 43 spacious rooms, you will feel right at home in your exclusive hotel room during your city trip in Freiburg or on your business trip. Enjoy the modern style of this boutique hotel. All rooms feature Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV, a desk, and air conditioning. Our tip: Book a room at the boutique hotel and enjoy the varied breakfast at the Hotel am Stadtgarten – Design Hotel. You are also welcome to use the dining facilities of the design hotel directly across the street, whether on the terrace or at the bar.

Meal(s): Breakfast

The Rhine River forms the natural border between Germany and France. After crossing the river arrive in Colmar. This city is known for its outstanding wines and architectural heritage that reflect the long history of this region and the German and French influences. Continue to Strasbourg, the capital of the Alsace.

Hotel: Hotel Rohan (4 Star Rating)

Discover a hotel in the center of Strasbourg, in a pedestrian zone, where a warm welcome and a friendly atmosphere combine to create a unique experience. In the heart of the medieval, pedestrian district of the Alsatian capital, a stone's throw from the cathedral, the Hôtel Rohan welcomes you to a 4-star establishment where everything has been designed to satisfy you. Enjoy a central location in Strasbourg, close to the Cathedral. The hotel is in the pedestrian streets of the city center. This ideal location ensures exceptional comfort and peace. From your hotel, visit Strasbourg, enjoy a day of shopping in the department stores and stroll through the narrow streets of the city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Meal(s): Breakfast

In the morning travel to Heidelberg and visit its famous castle. The lovely city of Heidelberg is Germany's oldest university town and one of the most popular destinations in the country. In the afternoon arrive in Frankfurt. Transfer to the airport or your hotel.

Meal(s): Breakfast