BASEL

Day 1 - 3

Basel is a paradise for art and architecture enthusiasts, being home to numerous world-class museums and a mixture of ancient and contemporary buildings. The yearly Carnival - the biggest in Switzerland - is at the heart of the city’s culture, and the world-renowned ART Basel Festival and its exhibitions and events also draws in a crowd of culture-buffs and creatives. Although often missed by tourists in the country, Basel is delightful - spend a day exploring the city's medieval old town before stopping at one of its riverside restaurants.

COLMAR

Day 3 - 5

Picturesque Colmar is straight from a fairytale, its rows of half-timbered houses, pretty canals and cobbled lanes making it one of France’s finest medieval towns. Set at the heart of Alsace, the town is also the region’s wine capital and is a popular stop along the Alsace Wine Route. Days can be spent wandering through the quaint Old Town, stopping at bustling squares, Gothic churches and traditional cafes and restaurants, and a visit wouldn't be complete without a trip to nearby vineyards where you can sample the local specialities.

STRASBOURG

Day 5 - 7

The capital and beating heart of Alsace, dreamy Strasbourg is a fairytale city that boasts an evocative blend of old and new with both French and German influences. Days can be spent admiring the winding alleys, pretty canals and half-timbered houses of its UNESCO-listed historical centre, and visitors will fall in love with its soaring Gothic cathedral, excellent museums and charming taverns. Holding the official seat of the European Parliament, the city also offers a vibrant cultural scene and a cosmopolitan atmosphere that can't be missed.

EUROPA-PARK

Day 7 - 8

The Europa-Park is Germany's largest and Europe's second most popular (right after Disneyland Paris) theme park. It is based around fifteen themed areas made to look like different European countries both in terms of architecture and the food that is offered. Besides its 13 rollercoasters it offers various other attractions and over 100 shows for any age group. You can choose to explore the park during a daytrip, or even stay in one of the park's own hotels or campsite, if you want more than one day to experience it all.

BASEL

Day 8 - 9

Basel is a paradise for art and architecture enthusiasts, being home to numerous world-class museums and a mixture of ancient and contemporary buildings. The yearly Carnival - the biggest in Switzerland - is at the heart of the city’s culture, and the world-renowned ART Basel Festival and its exhibitions and events also draws in a crowd of culture-buffs and creatives. Although often missed by tourists in the country, Basel is delightful - spend a day exploring the city's medieval old town before stopping at one of its riverside restaurants.