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- From Adana to the Bernina Express: A European Fairy Tale Tour — with a Turkish Airlines special flight, 6 nights, Milan outbound – Milan return || 16317||20765
From Adana to the Bernina Express: A European Fairy Tale Tour — with a Turkish Airlines special flight, 6 nights, Milan outbound – Milan return || 16317||20765
ADANA – MILAN – (Boat Tour to Portofino) – NICE
Arrive at Çukurova Airport International Terminal 3 hours prior to your flight to complete your baggage check-in, ticket, and passport control procedures, then we fly to Milan at 02:05 with Turkish Airlines' direct and special flight TK3453. We arrive at Milan Malpensa Airport at local time 04:55, and then we depart with our private vehicle to organize our city tour of Milan. Milan, one of Europe’s fashion capitals, stands out for its cuisine, opera, and churches. Although it is recognized as the business and financial capital of Italy, Milan is also the right address for shopping and dining experiences. During our city tour, we will visit primary attractions such as the famous opera house La Scala, Duomo Square, and the Cathedral, and Porta Romana. After the Milan city tour, we head towards Nice. Guests who wish may participate in the optional Boat Tour to Portofino (65 Euro) along the way. Portofino, surrounded by colorful houses and a source of inspiration for many songs, captivates visitors with its narrow streets, colorful houses, green hills, and turquoise Mediterranean views. After our visit to Portofino, we continue our journey to Nice. 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 our breakfast, we offer a full day of free time. During this free time, guests who wish may participate in the optional Cannes & Nice Tour (70 Euro). We first head to Cannes, famous for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival, with a sparkling sea and golden sandy beaches. During our city tour, we will see the old town, the first settlement of the city. While walking through the narrow, winding, and traffic-free streets of the old town, we will have the chance to see souvenir shops and shop as well. After our tour along La Croissette Boulevard, which runs along the Cannes coastline and hosts many luxury restaurants, shops, and hotels, we will arrive in Nice after the free time provided. In our Nice tour, we will visit Promenade des Anglais, Nice Harbor, Massena Square, Flower Market, and the Palace of Justice. After the Nice tour, during the free time provided, guests who wish may participate in the optional Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour (80 Euro). Our first stop will be Eze Village, one of the famous villages of the Cote d'Azur, where we will visit a perfume factory that offers a chance to test and buy beautiful and famous perfumes at reasonable prices. After this tour, we will move towards Monaco, the world’s second smallest state after Vatican City, located on the French Riviera, and after our arrival, we will organize a panoramic city tour of Monte Carlo, the center of luxury and splendor. After our tour, we return to our hotel in the Nice region.
NICE – (Annecy Tour) – GENEVA
After breakfast and completing hotel check-out procedures, we move towards Geneva. Enjoying the breathtaking natural scenery during our journey, we will take a trip along the Alps, known as the roof of Europe, viewing Mont Blanc. Along the way, guests who wish may participate in the optional Annecy Tour (50 Euro). Annecy, known as the "Venice of the Alps" due to its canals and Thiou River, impresses visitors with its unique structure formed by canals and its extraordinary location between mountains and lake. During our visit, we will see Château d'Annecy, built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, St. Maurice Church, and Palais de l’Isle, a magnet for photo enthusiasts, from a panoramic perspective. After a short free time on the shores of Lake Annecy, we complete our tour and continue towards Geneva. Upon arrival at our hotel in the Geneva area, we will check into our rooms and have free time to relax.
GENEVA – (By Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour) – BERN – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast and completing hotel check-out procedures, we will organize a city tour. Known as the "French of Switzerland," Geneva, located on the shores of Geneva Lake, is a magnificent city where history, culture, science, and nature combine. The presence of international organizations (CERN, World Health Organization, UEFA, FIFA, United Nations) centers in Geneva elevates the city's cultural and administrative significance. During our visit to Geneva, we will see primary attractions such as St. Pierre Cathedral, the Jet d’Eau fountain, which is the symbol of Geneva and rises up to 140 meters, and the Reformation Monument. After the city tour, we head to Bern. Upon arrival in Bern, guests who wish may join the optional Tour to the Swiss Alpine Villages by Train: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen (80 Euro). Our first visit will be to Interlaken, situated between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun, known for its natural beauty and stunning landscapes. Our walking tour will cover the area's important hotels, casinos, and shopping avenues. We will see the historic landmarks of the city, such as the Victoria Jungfrau Hotel and Höhematte Park, from a panoramic view. After some free time for photography and exploration, we will proceed to our next stop, Lauterbrunnen, via the train station. After a 20-minute train ride from Interlaken, we will arrive in Lauterbrunnen and feel the valley's deep structure and steep rock walls as we exit the station. On our walk to the village center, we will have a panoramic view of the stunning Staubbach Falls and get photo opportunities. Lauterbrunnen is known for the small settlements and walking paths lined along the valley that hosts 72 waterfalls. During our exploration, we will walk through the traditional chalet architecture of the region, natural formations surrounding the valley floor, and the beautiful natural landscapes that resemble paradise. After taking the train back to Interlaken, we will complete our tour. Afterward, we return to Bern for our city tour. Bern is one of the few cities in Europe that has remained unchanged since the Middle Ages. Due to its historical texture, it's included in UNESCO's World Heritage Sites. Located within Swiss borders, Bern speaks German, and we can see the influence of German culture in its architecture. After our tour, we proceed to the hotel in the Alsace / Basel area. After checking into our rooms, we have free time to relax.
ALSACE / BASEL – (Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour) – STRASBOURG – FREIBURG – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast, we head towards Strasbourg. Along the way, guests who wish may join the optional Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour (80 Euro). Our tour will first take us to the fairytale-like city of Colmar, where we will see the Old Customs House, the Pfister House, and the colorful houses around the Ren River, particularly in the famous region called Petite Venise (Little Venice). In this unique environment surrounded by the Ren River and canals, you will have the opportunity to enjoy many delicious foods according to your taste, as well as purchase various souvenirs. Our next destination will be Riquewihr, famous for its vineyards, flowered balconies, unique shops, pedestrian streets paved with cobblestones, and buildings that survived World War II almost unscathed, including the Dolder Museum that tells the city’s story. After our visit to Riquewihr, we continue our journey towards Strasbourg. Situated at the borders of Germany, Switzerland, and France, Strasbourg, the largest city in the Alsace region, welcomes us as if from a fairytale, with breathtaking beauty similar to a painting. Having been included in UNESCO World Heritage Site list in 1988 and hosting the European Parliament since 1992, Strasbourg’s traffic-free center allows us to walk through its streets for our panoramic city tour, during which we will see Gutenberg Square and Statue, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the heart of the city, and the Kammerzell House, the oldest house in the city, which still serves as a hotel and restaurant. After our tour in Strasbourg, we will have free time, and then we will continue towards Freiburg, known for its green urbanism, where since 2010 only low carbon level vehicles are allowed, and transportation is predominantly by tram and bicycle. In Freiburg, known as the capital of the Black Forest (Schwarzwald), with our city tour, we will see various traces of historical and architectural cultures from Germany, France, Austria, Spain, and Sweden, as observed in the city’s development. The highlights of Freiburg will be Freiburg Cathedral, charming streets with small water canals unique to Freiburg, the medieval Mariens Tor gate, and Rathausplatz. After the tour, we return to our hotel in the Alsace / Basel area.
ALSACE / BASEL – HEIDI'S VILLAGES – ST. MORITZ – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – MILAN
After breakfast and completing hotel check-out procedures, we set off for our unforgettable and stunningly beautiful train journey on the Bernina railway line. Accompanied by the breathtaking views of the mountains, meadows full of greenery, we will enjoy a panoramic journey through the villages of Heidi, the beloved character from childhood who lived in the Alps with her grandfather and friend Peter. After our scenic trip, we will head towards St. Moritz, a natural wonder and a frequent stop for the jet set in Switzerland. Upon arrival and depending on the departure time of the Bernina train, there might be some free time and a short sightseeing tour in St. Moritz before we reach the station for the Bernina Express / Red Train. Constructed between 1898 and 1904, this globally renowned line has been included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and offers a dreamlike journey that many travelers dream of. During the approximately 2-hour enjoyable train journey, we will be able to enjoy the extraordinary views and take photos. After arriving at Tirano Station, we will reach our vehicle and go to our hotel in the Milan area. Check into our rooms and have free time to relax.
MILAN – OUTLET – (Como Tour)
After breakfast and completing hotel check-out procedures, we set off for our Milan Outlet tour, where we can find products from renowned brands at affordable prices. After enjoyable and economical shopping in this famous outlet center, which hosts numerous prestigious shops, cafes and restaurants, personal activity areas, we head to Milan Malpensa Airport for our flight back to Adana. Guests who wish may participate in the optional Como Tour (50 Euro) along the way. Como, located in the Lombardy region, stands out with its historical structures and organized city layout. The city squares, cathedral, and waterfront area provide visitors with a compact and easily navigable exploration area. Lake Como is one of Italy's most well-known lakes, surrounded by hills, lakeside settlements, and organized transportation lines completing the area's natural scenery. The lake area is regularly visited throughout the year, offering a balanced view between the city and nature. Our Como & Lake Como visit will proceed to Como city center, where we will see the cathedral area, squares, and waterfront from the outside. Afterward, we will be given free time on the shores of Lake Como; visitors can stroll around, take photos, or explore the surroundings. After the free time, we complete our tour and continue our journey to Malpensa Airport.
MILAN – ADANA
Upon our arrival at the airport, we will complete the baggage check-in, check-in, and passport control procedures, and then we will fly to Adana with Turkish Airlines' direct and special flight TK3252 at 00:45. We arrive at Çukurova Airport at 05:10 and conclude our tour.
What's Included
- Turkish Airlines direct and special flights with Çukurova HL (COV) – Milan Malpensa HL (MXP) – Çukurova HL (COV) route round-trip flight ticket,
- Airport taxes and service fees,
- In-flight catering,
- Accommodation for a total of 6 nights with breakfast in hotels in the specified category,
- Transfers from Airport / Hotel / Airport and intercity transfers,
- Panoramic city tours and/or surrounding 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 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 entrance taxes (50 Euro)
- (Optional) Driver tips (10 Euro)
