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- A EUROPEAN FAIRYTALE TOUR FROM IZMIR WITH BERNINA EXPRESS Turkish Airlines Special Flight 6 nights Milano departure - Milano return || 16318 || 20776
A EUROPEAN FAIRYTALE TOUR FROM IZMIR WITH BERNINA EXPRESS Turkish Airlines Special Flight 6 nights Milano departure - Milano return || 16318 || 20776
IZMIR – MILAN – (Boat Tour to Portofino) – NICE
At İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport International Terminal, be ready 3 hours before your flight to complete your luggage check-in, ticket, and passport control procedures, after which we will depart for Milan at 03:25 on Turkish Airlines flight TK3451. We will arrive at Milan Malpensa Airport at 05:25 local time, and after that, we will move with our private vehicle to organize a city tour in Milan, which is one of Europe’s fashion capitals, famous for its cuisine, opera, and churches. Although recognized as Italy’s business and financial capital, Milan is also a destination for shopping and dining experiences. During our city tour, the highlights will include the famous opera house La Scala, the Duomo Square and Cathedral, and Porta Romana. After the city tour in Milan, we will head towards Nice. En route, guests wishing to may join the optional Boat Tour to Portofino (65 Euro). Portofino, surrounded by colorful houses, has inspired songs with its beauty. The narrow streets, vibrant houses, green hills, and turquoise Mediterranean create a breathtaking view, making it worth visiting. After our visit to Portofino, we will continue our journey to Nice and upon arrival at our hotel in the Nice region, we will check into our rooms and have free time to relax.
NICE – (Cannes & Nice Tour) – (Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour)
After breakfast, we offer full-day free time. During this free time, guests may wish to join the optional Cannes & Nice Tour (70 Euro). On this tour, we will first head to Cannes, famous for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival and boasting a sparkling sea with golden sandy beaches. During our city tour in Cannes, we will see the old city, known as the first settlement area of the city, and we will have the chance to shop and see the souvenir shops during our walk through the narrow, winding streets that are closed to traffic. After our visit to La Croissette Boulevard, which spans the Cannes coast and hosts many luxury restaurants, shops, and hotels, we will have free time before we continue to Nice. In our Nice tour, we will visit Promenade des Anglais street, Nice Harbor, Massena Square, Flower Market, and the Palace of Justice among other sites. After the Nice tour, guests may also choose to join the optional Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour (80 Euro). Our first stop will be Eze Village, known for its magnificent views of Côte d'Azur, where we will visit a perfume factory offering a chance to test and buy beautiful and famous perfumes at reasonable prices. After this, we will move towards Monaco, the world's smallest country after Vatican City, located along the French Riviera, and upon arrival, we will conduct a panoramic city tour of Monte Carlo, known as the center of luxury and opulence. After the tour, we will return to our hotel in Nice.
NICE – (Annecy Tour) – GENEVA
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head to Geneva. During our journey, if desired, guests may join the optional Annecy Tour (50 Euro) while we enjoy the stunning nature vistas. Passing by Mont Blanc, known as the roof of Europe and located on the boundary between France, Switzerland, and Italy, we will arrive in Annecy, known as the "Venice of the Alps" for its canals and Thiou River. During our visit in Annecy, we will see the Château d’Annecy built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, the Church of St. Maurice, and the Palais de l’Isle, which is a popular photo spot. After a short free time by Lake Annecy, we will complete our tour and continue our journey to Geneva. Upon arrival at our hotel in the Geneva area, we will check into our rooms and have free time to relax.
GENEVA – (Train Tour to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour) – BERN – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will organize a city tour in Geneva. Known as the "French Capital of Switzerland," Geneva is an extraordinary city where history, culture, science, and nature converge. With international organizations (CERN, World Health Organization, UEFA, FIFA, United Nations) located here, the city is a central hub culturally and administratively. During our tour in Geneva, the main sites we will visit include St. Pierre Cathedral, the Jet d’Eau fountain that is a symbol of Geneva rising up to 140 meters, and the Reformation Monument. After the city tour, we will head towards Bern. Upon arrival in Bern, guests wishing may join the optional Train Tour to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour (80 Euro). Our first stop will be Interlaken, which lies between Brienz and Thun Lakes and is famous for its natural beauty and enchanting views. Here, we will see the important hotels, casinos, and shopping streets while walking the town. We will also get panoramic views of the historical symbols like Victoria Jungfrau Hotel and Höhematte Park. After some free time for photos and exploration, we will move towards Lauterbrunnen by train. Upon arrival in Lauterbrunnen after a 20-minute train ride, we will experience the valley's deep structure and steep rock walls as we walk towards the village center, where we will see the mesmerizing Staubbach Waterfall. Lauterbrunnen is famous for its small settlements lining the valley, which hosts 72 waterfalls and offers beautiful hiking trails. We will explore the village and take many photos of the traditional chalet architecture and splendid natural scenery. We will return to Interlaken by train to conclude our tour. Following that, we will return to Bern for a city tour. Bern is one of the few cities in Europe that has remained untouched since the Middle Ages, and this unique historic structure has made it a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The architectural influence of German culture can be seen in Bern, which is located within Switzerland’s borders where the official language is German. After our tour around the Aare River, we will head to our hotel in the Alsace / Basel area where we will check into our rooms and enjoy some free time.
ALSACE / BASEL – (Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour) – STRASBOURG – FREIBURG – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast, we will head towards Strasbourg. Along the way, guests may wish to join the optional Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour (80 Euro). Our tour will first take us to the fairy tale town of Colmar, where we will see the Old Customs House, the Pfister House, and the most famous area of the city, Petite Venise (Little Venice), surrounded by the Rhine River and its canals. In this unique setting, visitors will have the opportunity to enjoy delicious local dishes and buy many souvenir items. The next stop will be Riquewihr, known for its vineyards in Alsace, charming balconies, unique shops, car-free cobblestone roads, and buildings that escaped damage during World War II. We will have a tour here that also includes a visit to the Dolder Museum, which preserves the city’s history. After our visit, we will proceed to Strasbourg, which sits at the crossroads of Germany, Switzerland, and France and is also the largest city in Alsace, looking like a painting from a fairy tale. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988, and hosting the European Parliament since 1992, in its vehicle-free center, we will take a walking tour to see Gutenberg Square and its statue, Notre Dame Cathedral, the most important structure, and the oldest house in the city, which continues to operate as a hotel and restaurant called Kammerzell. After the Strasbourg tour and some free time, we will head towards Freiburg, known as one of the best examples of green urbanism. Since 2010, only vehicles with low carbon emissions can enter Freiburg, and transportation is largely managed by trams and bicycles in this happy city. During our city tour in Freiburg, we will discover the historical and architectural influences of Germany, France, Austria, Spain, and Sweden throughout history. Important sights we will see include the Freiburg Cathedral, charming alleys with small water channels unique to Freiburg, the medieval Martin's Tor gate, and Rathausplatz. After the tour, we will return to our hotel in the Alsace / Basel area.
ALSACE / BASEL – HEIDI'S VILLAGES – ST. MORITZ – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – MILAN
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head for a remarkable and dreamy train journey on the Bernina railway line. Accompanied by stunning scenery, we will embark on a panoramic journey through the Heidi villages, recalling images from our childhood memories of Heidi living with her grandfather and close friend Peter among endless mountains and green pastures. After completing our journey in Heidi’s villages, we will proceed to St. Moritz, a natural wonder of Switzerland and a top destination for the jet set. Upon arrival in St. Moritz, there will be free time based on the train departure time for the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bernina railway where we will take the Bernina Express / Red Train and enjoy an unforgettable and magical scenic train ride. Constructed between 1898 and 1904, this world-renowned line has delighted many travelers over the years with its stunning views. After approximately two hours of enjoyable train travel, we will arrive at Tirano Station and take our vehicle to the hotel in the Milan area. After checking into our rooms, we will have free time to relax.
MILAN – OUTLET – (Como Tour)
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head for our organized Milan Outlet tour, where we can find popular brand products at affordable prices. After enjoying shopping and taking part in personal activities in this famous outlet center, we will proceed towards Milan Malpensa Airport for our flight to İzmir. En route, if desired, guests may join the optional Como Tour (50 Euro). Como is a center known for its historical buildings and organized city structure located in the Lombardy region. The squares, the cathedral, and the shoreline present a compact area for easy exploration for visitors. Lake Como is one of Italy’s best-known lakes, surrounded by hills with well-developed transport links. The lake area is visited regularly throughout the year, maintaining a balanced landscape between city and nature. During our Como & Lake Como tour, we will first reach the center of Como and see the cathedral area from the outside, the squares, and the shoreline. Afterward, there will be free time along Lake Como; visitors can explore, take photos, or wander around the area. After the free time, we will complete our tour and continue our journey towards Malpensa Airport.
MILAN – IZMIR
Upon our arrival at the airport, we will complete our luggage check-in, check-in, and passport control procedures before departing for Izmir at 01:00 on Turkish Airlines flight TK3450. We will arrive at İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport at 04:45 Turkish time, concluding our tour.
What's Included
- Turkish Airlines direct and special flights with Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) – Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) – Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) round-trip plane ticket,
- Airport taxes and service fees,
- In-flight refreshments,
- Accommodation for a total of 6 nights with breakfast in hotels of the specified category,
- Airport / Hotel / Airport transfers and intercity transfers,
- Panoramic city tours and/or surrounding area excursions in Geneva, Bern, Strasbourg, Freiburg, St Moritz, and Milan,
- BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN train journey,
- Milano Outlet Tour
- Turkish-speaking guiding services,
- TURSAB Professional Liability Insurance.
Not Included
- Visa fee and service charge
- International departure tax
- All hotel extras and personal expenses
- Business Class ticket difference (850 Euro per person for round trip)
- Domestic flight connection ticket
- Lunch and dinner
- Extra tours and excursions mentioned/not mentioned in the program
- (Mandatory) Hotel city accommodation and city entry taxes (50 Euro)
- (Optional) Driver tips (10 Euro)
