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The Social Program

The social program is organized by Hamilton Fitzjames, a premier designer of deluxe travel programs that focus on European art, culture, food, and wine. For those of you who have previously participated, you will appreciate the skill, knowledge, and sociability of the Hamilton Fitzjames guides.

After morning seminars, we set out to enjoy the Alsatian region. Those who are interested in participating in a bicycle ride or hike convene and head out to the hills for guided tours. For those who wish to simply relax at the hotel, see the sights or shop, Hamilton Fitzjames will have numerous recommendations to consider.

DAY 1 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

14:00 Rendezvous in Strasbourg for 20 minute transfer to Obernai. Warm-up hike through the vineyards surrounding the hotel. Warm-up bike along the Route du Vin through the picturesque villages of Boersch, Klingenthal, and Rosenwiller.
19:00 Welcome reception in the garden of our charming Alsatian hotel. Match the major varieties of grapes including Tokay, Pinot Blanc, Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Sylvaner, Muscat d'Alsace, and Pinot Noir with the perfect foods.
20:00 Gastronomic dinner in La Table, the gourmet restaurant of our hotel.
Overnight: Hotel Du Parc

DAY 2 MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

7:30 - 8:30 Buffet breakfast at your leisure in the hotel.
8:30 - 11:30 Business Program and Breakfast. Hike 5 km from Mont Ste Odile and then a further 5 km in the afternoon back to our hotel. Bike 25 km north following the Route du Vin through the vineyards up to the villages of Molsheim and Marlenheim. A flatter 20 km route home in the afternoon. Time to enjoy the sauna, steam bath or indoor pool of our hotel. Early evening guided visit of the village of Obernai including Market Square, Wheat Market, Town Hall, 13th C. houses, followed by dinner at La Cour des Tanneurs.
Overnight: Hotel Du Parc

DAY 3 TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

7:30 - 8:30 Buffet breakfast at your leisure in the hotel.
8:30 - 11:30 Business Program and Breakfast. Hike 10 km through the Forests of Rosheim and Obernai. Bike 40 km into the hills of the Vosges to the hidden villages and châteaux sprinkled along the route. Mid-afternoon transfer to the beautiful city of Colmar. Guided visit of the Old Town, Petite Venise, and the Unterlinden Museum. Dinner on your own in Colmar. Recommendations will be provided.
Overnight: Hotel Du Parc

DAY 4 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

7:30 - 8:30 Buffet breakfast at your leisure in the hotel.
8:30 - 11:30 Business Program and Breakfast. Hike 12 km down from the fortress of Haut-Koënigsbourg to the village of Thannenkirch. On to Ribeauvillé and the quintessential Alsatian village, Riquewihr. Bike 40 km south along the Route du Vin through some of the most picturesque villages in the world culminating at the very prettiest, Riquewihr. Late afternoon tasting in the wine cellars of the Hugel Family. Dinner at Michelin 3-star L'Auberge de l'Ill in the Illhausern. Considered the finest restaurant in Alsace and one of the best in the entire world.
Overnight: Hotel Du Parc

DAY 5 THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

7:30 - 8:30 Buffet breakfast at your leisure in the hotel.
8:30 - 11:30 Business Program and Breakfast. Hike 10 km through the famous wine-growing region of Kaiserstuhl, Germany. Lunch in a simple Stube. Bike 30 km across the Rhine River into Germany and the vineyards of Kaiserstuhl. Lunch en route. All together for a wine tasting in Germany before heading back to France.
19:00 Farewell reception in the gardens of our hotel.
20:00 Final Gala Dinner in La Table, the gourmet restaurant of our hotel.
Overnight: Hotel Du Parc

DAY 6 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

7:30 - 9:00 Buffet breakfast at your leisure in the hotel.
Check out by 11:00
Group Transfer to downtown Strasbourg and Airport.