ANKARA – ZURICH – STRASBOURG – (Colmar Tour) – ALSACE
We will meet at the Ankara Esenboğa Airport International Terminal 3 hours before departure to complete our baggage check-in, check-in, and passport control procedures. We will then fly to Zurich on SunExpress Airlines’ direct and scheduled flight XQ732 at 07:20. Upon arrival at Zurich Airport at 09:45 local time, we will depart for Strasbourg with our private bus waiting at the airport. Strasbourg, located at the intersection of Germany, Switzerland, and France, and also the largest city in the Alsace region, will greet us like a scene from a fairy tale, with a beauty resembling that of a painting. Strasbourg, which was added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1988 and has been hosting the European Parliament since 1992, offers a panoramic city tour that we will conduct by walking in its car-free center and streets, where we will see spotlights like Gutenberg Square and Statue, the Notre Dame Cathedral, which is the most important structure in the heart of the city, and the Kammerzell house, which is the oldest house in the city and continues to serve as a hotel and restaurant. After the Strasbourg tour, we will have some free time before transferring to our Alsace region hotel. On the way, guests wishing to join the optional Colmar Tour (55 Euro) can participate. Colmar, with its half-timbered houses from the Middle Ages, canals, and preserved old town structure, leaves an impression on visitors, reflecting both French and German architectural influences due to its proximity to the German border. During our tour in Colmar, we will see the Old Customs House, the Pfister house, and the colorful houses surrounding the Rhine River, as well as the most famous part of the city, Petite Venise (Little Venice). We will have the opportunity to enjoy delicious foods according to your taste and buy numerous souvenirs in the unique setting surrounded by the Rhine River and canals. After the Colmar Tour program, we will continue our journey to our hotel in the Alsace region. We will have time to check into our rooms and relax.
ALSACE – BERN – (Train Trip to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour) – GENEVA
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head to Bern. Bern is one of the few cities in Europe that has remained unchanged since the Middle Ages. Due to its historical fabric, it is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Bern, located within Switzerland and with German as its official language, we will notice the influence of German culture in its architecture. Following our tour of Bern, guests wishing to participate in the optional Train Trip to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour (80 Euro) can join. Our first visit will be to Interlaken. Named "inter-lakes" because of its location between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun, Interlaken is famous for its natural beauty and the breathtaking views it offers. Important hotels, casinos, and shopping streets are located along the route of our walking tour. We will have panoramic views of the Victoria Jungfrau Hotel, a historical landmark of the city, and Höhematte Park. After free time for photography and sightseeing, we will move to our next destination, Lauterbrunnen, by heading to the train station. After approximately a 20-minute train ride from Interlaken, we will arrive in Lauterbrunnen. We will feel the valley's deep structure and steep rock walls upon leaving the station. While walking towards the village center, we will have the chance to see the stunning structure of the Staubbach Falls hanging down towards the valley floor and take photographs. Lauterbrunnen is known for its small settlements and walking paths along the valley that is home to 72 waterfalls. During our walk along the designated route within the village, we will take numerous photos of the area's traditional chalet architecture, the natural formations surrounding the valley floor, and the breathtaking landscapes reminiscent of paradise. We will return to Interlaken by train and complete our tour. After the tour, we are heading to Geneva, where we will organize a city tour upon our arrival. Known as the “French of Switzerland,” Geneva is situated on the shores of Lake Geneva and is a magnificent city where history, culture, science, and nature combine. The presence of many international organizations (CERN, World Health Organization, UEFA, FIFA, United Nations) makes Geneva a central place in terms of culture and administration. During our exploration of Geneva, prominent sites to be visited include St. Pierre Cathedral, the Jet d’Eau fountain, which has become a symbol of Geneva and rises up to 140 meters, and the Reformation Monument. After the city tour, we will reach our hotel in the Geneva region. After checking into our rooms, we will have free time to relax.
GENEVA – (Annecy Tour) – NICE
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we set off for Nice. On the way, guests wishing to participate in the optional Annecy Tour (50 Euro) can join. Known as the “Venice of the Alps” because of the canals running through it and its extraordinary location between mountains and a lake, Annecy captivates visitors. During our visit, we will see panorama points including Chateau d’Annecy, built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, St. Maurice Church, and Palais de l’Isle, which is attractive for photography lovers. After a short free time by the shores of Lake Annecy, we will complete our tour and continue our journey towards Nice. After arriving at our hotel, 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 a full day of free time. During this free time, guests wishing to join the optional Cannes & Nice Tour (70 Euro) can participate. We will first head to Cannes, which is famous for hosting the Cannes Film Festival every year and boasts a pristine sea and golden sandy beaches. During our city tour in Cannes, we will first see the old city, which is the first settlement area of the city. In the narrow, winding, and car-free streets of the old city, we will have the chance to see souvenir shops and do some shopping. After touring La Croissette Boulevard and Meynadier Street, which host many luxury restaurants, shops, and hotels along the Cannes coastline, we will continue on to Nice. During our Nice tour, we will see spots including Promenade des Anglais, Nice Port, Massena Square, Flower Market, and the Palace of Justice. Following the Nice tour, guests wishing to join the optional Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour (80 Euro) can participate. In this tour, our first stop will be the village of Eze, one of the most famous villages with magnificent views of the Cote d'Azur, where we will visit a perfume factory where you can test and buy beautiful and famous perfumes at affordable prices. After this, we will proceed to Monaco, the smallest state in the world after Vatican City and a fairy tale kingdom, where we will have a panoramic city tour of Monte Carlo, the center of luxury and splendor. After the tour, we will return to our hotel in Nice.
NICE – (Boat Tour to Portofino) – MILAN
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head toward Milan. On the way, guests wishing to join the optional Boat Tour to Portofino (65 Euro) can participate. Portofino, surrounded by colorful houses, has inspired songs with its beauty, featuring narrow streets, vibrant houses, green hills, and the turquoise Mediterranean Sea. After our Portofino tour, we will continue our journey to Milan. Recognized as one of Europe’s fashion capitals, Milan is also known for its cuisine, opera, and churches. While Milan is known as the business and finance capital of Italy, it is also the right address for shopping and dining experiences. During our city tour in Milan, we will see major attractions such as the famous opera house La Scala, the Piazza Duomo and Cathedral, and Porta Romana. After the Milan city tour, we will transfer to our hotel in the Milan area. After checking into our rooms, we will have time to relax.
MILAN – HEIDI'S VILLAGES & ST. MORITZ – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – MILAN
After breakfast, we will set off for a memorable and enchanting train journey along the Bernina railway line to St. Moritz. We will be accompanied by the beautiful views reminiscent of our childhood memories of our beloved character Heidi, who lived in the Alps with her grandfather and best friend Peter, while we observe the vast mountains and green meadows of Heidi’s Villages. After a panoramic journey, we will arrive at St. Moritz, a nature wonder and a favorite spot for the jet set in Switzerland, and after a short time depending on the train departure schedule, we will head to Bernina Express / Red Train for an unforgettable and dream-like train journey. Built between 1898 and 1904, this globally-renowned rail line is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List and offers travel lovers a fairy-tale journey with extraordinary scenery. After approximately 2 hours of delightful train travel, we will arrive at Tirano Station and return to our hotel in the Milan area with our vehicle.
MILAN – OUTLET – (Como Tour) – ZURICH
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head to visit the outlet center. The outlet center hosts stylish stores of prestigious brands from Italy and around the world, as well as cafes, restaurants, and personal activity areas, providing an opportunity for enjoyable shopping at affordable prices. After the free time offered, we will head toward Zurich. On the way, guests wishing to join the optional Como Tour (50 Euro) can participate. Como is a center known for its historical structures and orderly city layout located in the Lombardy region. The city squares, cathedral, and coastline offer visitors a compact and easily navigable area for exploration. Lake Como is one of Italy's most renowned lakes, surrounded by hills, lakeside communities, and regular transport links, completing the region's natural beauty. During our tour of Como and Lake Como, we will first reach Como city center and view the cathedral area, squares, and waterfront from the outside. Then there will be free time by the shores of Lake Como; visitors will have the opportunity to walk around the lake, take photos, or explore the surroundings. After the free time, we will complete our tour and continue our journey to Zurich. Upon arrival, we will conduct a city tour where we will see places like the Fraumünster Church, Grossmünster Church, Swiss National Museum, Opera House, Zurich Lake, Clock Tower, Old Guild Houses, Zurich Altstadt (Old Town), and Bahnhofstrasse (Station Street), which is surrounded by world-famous stores. After the Zurich tour, we will have a short free time before transferring to our hotel in the Zurich region. After checking into our rooms, we will have free time to relax.
ZURICH – ANKARA
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will proceed to Zurich Airport for our return flight to Ankara. Upon reaching the airport, we will complete our baggage check-in, check-in, and passport control procedures, and then we will fly to Ankara on SunExpress Airlines’ direct and scheduled flight XQ732 at 10:40. We will arrive at Esenboğa Airport at 14:55 TSİ, marking the end of our tour.