One of Alps & Autobahn’s personal favourites, our Alsace and Lake Geneva tour is ideal for wine and cheese devotees who dream of taking to the roads of Europe in their perfect car. Savour the flavours of the famous wine regions of eastern France and Switzerland while staying in some of the most luxurious and unique hotels this part of the world has to offer.
Check in to the 5-star Graf Zeppelin in the centre of Stuttgart and spend your afternoon relaxing in the hotel’s spa. In the evening, dine in the Graf Zeppelin’s signature Michelin star restaurant, Olivo, or one of the many traditional or fine-dining options in Stuttgart’s town centre.
After breakfast, we’ll deliver your car to the Graf Zeppelin and provide you with a brief vehicle and tour overview before handing over the keys.
After a quick run on the German Autobahn, cross the border to Alsace: one of the France’s cultural and wine meccas. Your first stop on the Alsace wine route is the medieval old town of Obernei. From Obernei, continue along the wine route to the cobblestone village of Ribeauville and the delightfully quaint Riquewihr. To end the day, unwind over a glass or two of the local specialty at your 5-star Hotel, nestled in the heart of the colourful early Renaissance town of Colmar.
Leave the car at the hotel today and indulge in some of the quality local wines and cuisine. One of our local partners will take you on a personalised tour of regional highlights, including the best of Alsace’s vineyards and local culinary fare.
Once back in Colmar, the old town with its flower-lined canals beckons. Have dinner in a traditional Alsace restaurant or should the mood take you, treat yourself to one of the town’s Michelin star restaurants.
After a leisurely breakfast, continue south along the Alsace Wine Route to Mulhouse and the Cite D’Automobile museum, home of the world’s largest collection of Bugattis.
In the afternoon you’ll drive across the border into Switzerland, navigating the shores of some of Bern’s most picturesque waterways until you arrive at the magnificent Le Mirador Resort & Spa overlooking Lake Geneva.
Today, relish the opportunity to take things at your own pace. After breakfast, you can indulge in the hotel’s opulent facilities or take a treatment in the Givenchy spa and wellness area overlooking Lake Geneva and the Alps.
If you wish to get out and explore the surrounding UNESCO heritage vineyards, Le Mirador is situated in the heart of the Lavaux wine region. There’s an assortment of vineyards to visit, ranging from smaller, boutique operations to the famous Dezaley, its terraces gracefully draped along the slopes of the lake. Return to the hotel at your leisure to watch the sun set over the Alps and Lake Geneva from your private terrace.
Wake-up to breakfast on the lake, then head south through the Chablais wine region before stopping to tour the La Maison du Gruyère cheese factory and the nearby Maison Cailler chocolate factory. After indulging in as much of the finest Swiss cheese and chocolate as you dare, traverse the Swiss Alps via the scenic Juan Pass road. Your day behind the wheel will come to a satisfying end at the majestic Burgenstock Palace Hotel, set on a cliffside overlooking Lake Lucerne 500m below.
Make your way north through central Switzerland, stopping off in the medieval old town of Schaffhausen. Crossing back into Baden-Wurtemberg, Germany, you’ll have the opportunity to stretch the legs of your machine one last time on the A81 Autobahn before stopping to tour the striking Hohenzollern Castle, perched on top of a mountain overlooking the surrounding forest. In the evening, motor in to Stuttgart and check-in to your local base, the Graf Zeppelin Hotel.
In the morning one of our team will collect your vehicle from the Graf Zeppelin. You may want to spend the remainder of the day exploring the Mercedes-Benz and Porsche headquarters. Both marques feature world-class museums that are sure to please any car enthusiast, not to mention impressive on-site dining.
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If you’d like to customise any element of the above itinerary to include more or less time in any of the regions visited, please contact the Alps & Autobahns team for a tailored itinerary.
Slice your way through the stunning patchwork of vineyards dotting Alsace and Levaux. Enjoy the challenge of Juan Pass on your way to cruising the shores of the turquoise Lake Brienz and Lake Lucerne.
AMG’s blistering interpretation of the ‘hot hatch’. Thrilling, engaging and, dare we say it, practical, this compact package has it all.
The sedan version of the A45’s sophisticated coachwork conceals the world’s most powerful 4-cylinder production engine.
The pinnacle of AMG’s mid-sized offering, the sonorous twin turbo V8 up front devours long distance autobahn journeys with ease.
The most powerful E class of all time, the all-wheel drive E63s saloon offers unrivalled dynamics while cosseting its occupants in understated Mercedes Benz luxury.
The flagship of the AMG fleet, the S63 is the ultimate autobahn cruiser. Once you start climbing into the Alps, power down the roof and enjoy the alpine air while lounging in the luxuriously appointed cockpit.
Arguably the most dramatic of all German sports coupes, this charismatic 2-seater compliments its enigmatic shape with the finest of AMG’s power units wedged under its shapely hood.
The understated lines of the M240i convertible conceal a raucous turbocharged 335 horsepower engine, making it equally ideal to cruise the crisp air of the Alps or whip down an unrestricted section of German Autobahn.
With 365 horsepower in a svelte, muscular package, the most compact of the M cars is the perfect choice for tackling the flowing forest roads and passes of the Alps.
The benchmark in mid-size German performance is at home effortlessly devouring autobahn miles as it is tackling the twists and curves of the alpine high country.
The twin turbo 6 provides all the power and thrills of its M3 twin, but in a curvaceous coupe body. Still practical but with a slightly elevated sense of theatre, this 2 door backs up its looks with its remarkable performance capabilities.
The convertible iteration of the M4 provides all the thrills of its fixed top stablemate, while allowing you to bask in the fresh air of the Alps.
The latest iteration of the original super saloon boasts prodigious power combined with unparalleled dynamic poise.
The most luxurious of BMW’s coupes rivals supercar performances – all while cosseting both driver and passenger in the finest luxury sports cabin the BMW range has to offer.
BMW’s first ‘supercar’ since the mighty M1 of the 1970s, the dramatic i8 is not only a stunning piece of automotive art and technology but a leading-edge, dynamic driving experience.
The roadster version of the i8 offers a retractable roof for those who prefer their sustainable supercar driving to be more in touch with the alpine elements.
The Jag F-type is one of the most charismatic sports cars to arrive on the scene since its 1960s ancestral inspiration, the iconic e-type.
The current iteration of this most iconic of sports cars will captivate you with its ability to effortlessly consume autobahn miles and then precisely scythe its way across twisting mountain passes.
For those who prefer to immerse their senses in the crisp, fresh alpine air, the 911 cabriolet provides a unique open-top touring experience.
Porsche's take on the 'executive express' has all the power and dynamic poise you'd expect from the Stuttgart marque.
The GTS is the next step up the 911 performance ladder. The same classic shape and engineering of the 911 S but with a bit more of everything.
The GTS Cabriolet is the next step up the 911 performance ladder. The same classic shape and engineering of the 911 S Cabriolet but with a bit more of everything.
If you haven't driven the turbo, you haven't yet experienced what a 911 is capable of. Just take a glance at the specification figures. As impressive as the are, the figures still don't do justice to the tactile experience that is an unleashed 911 turbo.
If you haven't driven the turbo, you haven't yet experienced what a 911 is capable of. The cabriolet version takes an unparalleled performance experience and adds the elements. This is simply one of the best ways to take on the great alpine passes of Europe.
A raucous V12 powers the classy Berlinetta's stunning, curvaceous body. The seemingly endless reserves of tractable power and lashings of luxury make the Berlinetta a truly special GT experience.
The most powerful Ferrari roadcar ever produced has an epic 800 horsepower V12 at it's heart. Even for a Ferrari, this striking machine is outrageously fast.
The classic lines of Ferrari's California can't disguise the potency of this prancing horse's twin turbo V8.
The unmistakable lines of Ferrari's 488 reflect this superbly athletic supercar's capabilities. The 488 GTB is a truly sensory experience; blistering acceleration, sublime cornering capabilities and that addictive aural scream.
The 488 Spider is Ferrari's ultimate expression of usable open-top supercar performance. The 488 Spider is quite likely the most intoxicating way to cruise both Alps & Autobahns.
Audi's first supercar, the R8 encompasses all the marque has learned via it's successful racing program, culminating in the superb, naturally aspirated V10. Inside, the R8 has the best interior in the business.
With a refined interior filled with the aural splendor of a sonorous V10 and one of the more compliant supercar chassis, it's no surprise the Audi R8 Spyder has become one of our most popular touring choices.
Bentley. The name says it all; refinement, quality, power, individuality. The ultimate British luxury GT? Almost certainly.
The ultimate in luxury British convertible touring, the Bentley Continental GTC pampers it occupants while still providing an extremely capable sports driving experience when called on.
The svelte lines and unmistakable class of the DB9 are powered by that V12. The unique aural burble is only outshone by the engine's relentless acceleration.
If Lamborghini has a 'user-friendly' car, the charismatic Huracan is it. With it's high revving V10, the all-wheel-drive successor to the Gallardo is a manageable yet thrilling supercar.
The pinnacle of Lamborghini's range, the Aventador 'hypercar' is an extreme experience in every way; fighter jet lines, a thundering mid-engined V12 and that undeniable Italian charisma.
Simply choose the car you’d like to drive on this tour, fill out the short enquiry form with your details, preferred dates and any questions you might have and we’ll come back to you within 48 hours.
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Our Alsace & Lake Geneva tour winds it’s way through some of Europe’s finest wine regions. In between the vineyards, enjoy France’s prettiest village, breathtaking vistas of Lake Geneva and drive some classic Swiss alpine passes.
