Day 1: Istanbul – Geneva – Chamonix – Geneva
We will meet our valued guests at 03:55 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. After completing check-in, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Geneva at 06:55 on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight TK1917. Upon arrival in Geneva, we begin our panoramic city tour with our private vehicle waiting for us. During this tour in Geneva, a city known internationally as part of Switzerland, the following sites will be viewed panoramically: Lake Geneva, Jet d'Eau, United Nations Building, Flower Clock, English Garden, and Mont Blanc Bridge. After the city tour, we have lunch and then depart for the world-famous town of Chamonix, located at the foot of the French Alps. After our visit in Chamonix, situated at the foot of Mont Blanc, we have free time. Following the tour, we return to Geneva and check into our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Chamonix Tour Included!
Day 2: Geneva – Lausanne – Montreux – Chillon Castle – Basel
After breakfast, we vacate our rooms and head to Lausanne. During our panoramic tour in Lausanne, located on the shores of Lake Geneva, the historic city center, Lausanne Cathedral, and the lakeside promenade will be among the sights. Then, we proceed to Montreux, one of the most beautiful cities of the Swiss Riviera. In Montreux, after viewing the lakeside and the city's iconic landmarks, we see Chillon Castle, one of Switzerland's most important historical structures, known for its impressive location on the shores of Lake Geneva. After our visit, we head to Basel. Upon arrival, during our panoramic Basel city tour, the Basel Minster, Rhine River banks, historic city center, Marktplatz, and City Hall will be among the sights. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Lausanne & Montreux & Chillon Castle Tour Included!
Day 3: Basel – Colmar – Riquewihr – Lucerne and surroundings
After breakfast, we leave our hotel and head to Colmar, one of the most beautiful cities in France's Alsace region. During our city tour in Colmar, famous for its colorful historic houses, canals, and medieval atmosphere, the Petite Venise (Little Venice), historic city center, Maison Pfister, and the old market district will be among the sights. After the tour, we proceed to Riquewihr, one of the most beautiful towns along the Alsace Wine Route. We are given free time in Riquewihr, which has a fairy-tale atmosphere with its colorful half-timbered houses, stone streets, and architecture preserved from the Middle Ages to the present day. Then, we cross into Switzerland and head to Lucerne. Upon arrival in Lucerne, during our panoramic city tour, the Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument, Lucerne Lake shores, and historic city center will be among the sights. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Colmar & Riquewihr Tour Included!
Day 4: Lucerne – Vaduz – Heidi Village – Chur – Engadin Valley – Pontresina / Samedan
After breakfast, we vacate our rooms and head to Vaduz, the capital of Liechtenstein, one of the world's smallest countries. During our panoramic tour in Vaduz, Vaduz Castle, Parliament Building, St. Florin Cathedral, and the city center will be among the sights. Then, we return to Switzerland and head to the Heidi Village area, where we will closely experience the Alpine atmosphere that inspired Johanna Spyri's world-famous Heidi story. After the free time and photo break here, we proceed to Chur, one of Switzerland's oldest cities. After our short tour in Chur's historic center, we continue our journey towards the Engadin Valley amidst the breathtaking views of the Alps. We transfer to our hotel in the Pontresina / Samedan area. Overnight at our hotel.
Vaduz & Heidi Village & Chur & Engadin Valley Tour Included!
Day 5 | Pontresina / Samedan – St. Moritz – Bernina Express – Tirano – Como – Milan
After breakfast, we vacate our rooms and head to the world-famous Alpine resort of St. Moritz. After our panoramic tour and free time in St. Moritz, we proceed to the train station for one of the most special experiences of our tour. We begin our unforgettable train journey with the Bernina Express amidst the unique landscapes of the Alps. While passing through impressive sections of the Albula/Bernina railway route, included in the UNESCO World Heritage list, we admire the unique landscapes stretching from Switzerland to Italy, accompanied by Alpine peaks, glaciers, mountain lakes, viaducts, and valleys. Upon arrival in Tirano, we head to Como with our private vehicle waiting for us. After arriving in Como, we embark on our boat tour to explore the unique views of Lake Como from the water. After the boat tour, we have dinner (to be taken additionally during free time). After dinner, we head to Milan and check into our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Day 6 | Milan – Serravalle Designer Outlet – Milan
After breakfast, we begin our panoramic Milan city tour. During our tour in Milan, the fashion and design capital of Italy, the following sites will be viewed panoramically: Castello Sforzesco, Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, Duomo Cathedral, and the city's famous fashion district. After the city tour, we proceed to Serravalle Designer Outlet, one of Europe's largest and most popular outlet centers. We are given free time for shopping at the outlet center, which houses stores of world-famous brands. After meeting at the designated time, we return to our hotel in Milan. Overnight at our hotel.
Serravalle Designer Outlet Tour Included!
Day 7 | Milan – Bellinzona – Zurich
After breakfast, we vacate our rooms and leave Italy to re-enter Switzerland. Our first stop will be Bellinzona, the capital of Ticino, the Italian-speaking canton of Switzerland. During our tour in Bellinzona, famous for its historic castles listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the historic city center and Bellinzona Castles will be among the sights. After the tour, we head to Zurich. During our panoramic Zurich city tour upon arrival, Bahnhofstrasse, Limmat River, Zurich Lake, Grossmünster, Fraumünster, and the historic city center will be among the sights. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Bellinzona Tour Included!
Day 8 | Zurich – Istanbul
After breakfast, we vacate our rooms. We have free time in Zurich until our flight time. Guests may explore the city's historic center, shop on Bahnhofstrasse, or spend time around Zurich Lake. After meeting at the time set by our guide, we transfer to Zurich Airport. After completing check-in, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul at 15:10 on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight TK1914. Upon arrival in Istanbul, we conclude our tour. We look forward to seeing you on your next journey…
Services Included in the Tour Price
*Economy class air ticket between Istanbul – Geneva / Zurich – Istanbul with Turkish Airlines
*Total 7 nights bed and breakfast accommodation in the regions specified in the program
*Panoramic city tour as specified in the program and professional Turkish-speaking guide service on the first day
*All transfers as specified in the program
*Transportation via comfortable tour buses
*Airport taxes
*Bellinzona Tour
*Serravalle Designer Outlet Tour
*Vaduz & Heidi Village & Chur & Engadin Valley
*Colmar & Riquewihr Tour
*Lausanne & Montreux & Chillon Castle Tour
*Chamonix Tour
Services Not Included in the Tour Price
*Foreign departure tax
*Schengen visa and visa application services
*Travel health insurance (up to age 65)
*Travel insurance (ages 66-75) :
*All extra services taken at hotels
*All personal expenses
*Museum and historical site entrance fees not specified in the program
*Driver tips
*City accommodation taxes (City Tax), checkpoint fees, local guide services, local service charges, handling fee, bus entry fees, and a mandatory per-person service fee of 150 Euro covering operational service costs will be collected in cash by the tour guide prior to the tour departure.