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BERNINA EXPRESS EUROPEAN FAIRYTALE TOUR with Turkish Airlines, 7 nights, morning departure to Milan - evening return from Milan
ISTANBUL – MILAN – GENOA – (Portofino Tour by Boat) – NICE
We arrive at Istanbul Airport International Terminal 3 hours before departure and complete our baggage drop-off, ticketing, and passport control procedures, then fly to Milan on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1873 at 06:55. Upon arrival at Milan Malpensa Airport at 08:45 local time, we meet our private vehicle waiting at the airport and depart for Genoa. Located on the Ligurian coast in northwest Italy, Genoa is one of the country’s most important port cities. Known throughout history for trade, maritime activity, and banking, the city stands out with its medieval narrow streets, large squares, and preserved architecture. Its historic alley network known as the “caruggi” is under UNESCO protection. The city is also known as the birthplace of the famous explorer Christopher Columbus. Today, Genoa offers visitors culture, history, and city life together through its layered structure combining the port area, historic center, and modern settlements. During our city tour in Genoa, the port area surrounded by historic buildings, Piazza di Ferrari, San Lorenzo Cathedral, historic palaces, and the old city streets will be seen panoramically. After the Genoa city tour, during the free time provided, guests who wish may join the optional Portofino Tour by Boat (65 Euro – Portofino ferry ticket included). Portofino, surrounded by colorful houses and inspiring songs with all its beauty, captivates visitors with its narrow streets, colorful houses, green hills, and turquoise Mediterranean views. After our visit to Portofino, we set off for Nice. Upon arrival at our hotel in the Nice region, room check-in and free time for rest.
NICE – (Cannes & Nice Tour) – (Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour)
After breakfast, we offer a full day at leisure. During this free time, guests who wish may join the optional Cannes & Nice Tour (70 Euro). On this tour, we first travel to Cannes. Famous for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival, Cannes has a sparkling sea and golden sandy beaches. During our city tour in Cannes, we first see the old town, the city’s first settlement. During our walk through the narrow, winding, traffic-free streets of the old town, we will have the chance to see souvenir shops and shop. After our visit to La Croisette Boulevard, which stretches along Cannes’ coast and is home to many luxury restaurants, shops, and hotels, and Meynadier Street, we continue to Nice. On our Nice tour, Promenade des Anglais, Nice Port, Massena Square, Flower Market, and the Courthouse will be among the places seen. After our Nice tour, during the free time given, guests who wish may join the optional Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour (80 Euro). On this tour, our first stop is Eze Village, one of the most famous villages on the magnificent Côte d’Azur, where you can test and purchase famous perfumes at affordable prices during a visit to the perfume factory. Afterward, our second stop is Monaco, the world’s smallest state after the Vatican, located on the French Riviera, and upon arrival we will conduct a panoramic city tour of Monte Carlo, the center of luxury and splendor. After the tour, we return to our hotel in the Nice region.
NICE – (Annecy Tour) – GENEVA
After breakfast and hotel check-out, we depart for Geneva. En route, while traveling amid magnificent natural scenery and the Alpine peaks known as the roof of Europe, Mont Blanc, on the border shared by France, Switzerland, and Italy, guests who wish may join the optional Annecy Tour (50 Euro). Known as the “Venice of the Alps” thanks to the canals and the Thiou River running through it, Annecy impresses visitors with its canal-based structure and its extraordinary location between mountains and a lake. During our visit, the Chateau d’Annecy, built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, St. Maurice Church, and the Palais de l’Isle, a focal point for photography enthusiasts, will be seen panoramically. After a short free time on the shores of Lake Annecy, the 3rd largest lake in France, we complete the tour and continue our journey to Geneva. Upon arrival at our hotel in the Geneva region, room check-in and free time for rest.
GENEVA – (Lausanne & Montreux and Fairytale Castles & Gruyères Tour) – BERN – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast and hotel check-out, we conduct our city tour. Known as the “French city of Switzerland,” Geneva, located on the shores of Lake Geneva, is a magnificent city where history, culture, science, and nature come together. The fact that the headquarters of international organizations such as CERN, the World Health Organization, UEFA, FIFA, and the United Nations are located in Geneva gives the city a central role culturally and administratively. In Geneva, where museums, parks, historic monuments and streets, and fresh air meet, the main sights during our visit will include St. Pierre Cathedral, Jet d’Eau, the city’s symbol rising up to 140 meters, and the Reformation Wall. After the city tour, we depart for Bern. En route, guests who wish may join the optional Lausanne & Montreux and Fairytale Castles & Gruyères Tour (90 Euro). Our first stop on this tour is Lausanne, which holds an important place in our national history because it hosted the signing of the Treaty of Lausanne on July 24, 1923, and is also one of the important episcopal centers of the Middle Ages. With its medieval castles, Ouchy Castle, palaces, cathedrals, and museum buildings, and its charm enhanced by its location on the shores of Lake Geneva, Lausanne takes visitors deep into history. After our sightseeing in Lausanne, we move on to Montreux. Montreux, also very familiar to us from our national history, is important not only for its Chillon and Blonay castles, historic buildings, and natural beauty, but also for the fact that it has a statue of Freddie Mercury, making it significant for the music world as well. After our sightseeing in Montreux, we head to Gruyères. Selected as Switzerland’s most beautiful village in 2014, and the birthplace of the world-famous Gruyère cheese, Gruyères is a fairytale village whose medieval character has remained intact, with flower-adorned houses and streets that give the region and its world-famous cheese its name. Located in the upper valley of the Saane River, at an altitude of 800 meters on a hill and closed to vehicle traffic, this village is known not only for its cheese but also for fondue, one of Switzerland’s famous dishes. After our tour in Gruyères, we complete the tour and continue our journey to Bern. Bern is one of the few cities in Europe that has remained unchanged since the Middle Ages. Due to this historical texture, it is included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List. Located within Switzerland and with German as its official language, Bern also shows the influence of German culture in its architecture. In Bern, built around the Aare River, we then continue to our hotel in the Alsace / Basel region. Upon arrival at the hotel, room check-in and free time for rest.
ALSACE / BASEL – (Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour) – STRASBOURG – FREIBURG – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast, we depart for Strasbourg. En route, guests who wish may join the optional Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour (80 Euro). On this tour, we first go to the fairytale-like city of Colmar and see the Old Customs House, Pfister House, and the city’s most famous area, Petite Venise (Little Venice), with its colorful houses around the Rhine River. In this unique setting surrounded by the Rhine River and canals, you will find many delicious foods as well as opportunities to buy many souvenirs. The next stop on our tour is Riquewihr, famous for its vineyards, flower-filled balconies, unique row of shops, cobblestone streets closed to cars, buildings that somehow survived World War II without damage, and charming cafés; its tower, which also houses the Dolder Museum preserving the city’s story through documents, makes it look like it came straight out of a Grimm fairy tale. After our visit to Riquewihr, we continue our journey to Strasbourg. Located on the borders of Germany, Switzerland, and France, and the largest city in the Alsace region, Strasbourg welcomes us with a picture-perfect beauty as if straight out of a fairy tale. Added to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List in 1988 and home to the European Parliament since 1992, our panoramic walking city tour in Strasbourg’s pedestrianized center and streets will include Gutenberg Square and its statue, Notre Dame Cathedral, the city’s most important structure located in the very heart of the city, and Kammerzell House, the city’s oldest house that still serves as a hotel and restaurant today. After free time following the Strasbourg tour, we depart for Freiburg, one of the best examples of green urbanism. In Freiburg, where only low-carbon-emission vehicles have been allowed since 2010 and transportation is mainly by tram and bicycle, we will see the traces of the German, French, Austrian, Spanish, and Swedish historical and architectural cultures that have influenced the city throughout history. Also known as the capital of the Black Forest (Schwarzwald), our city tour in Freiburg will include the city’s most important symbol, Freiburg Cathedral, the charming small waterways unique to Freiburg, Martin’s Tor, the city’s medieval gate, and Rathausplatz. After the tour, we return to our hotel in the Alsace region.
ALSACE – HEIDI’S VILLAGES – (Como & Lugano Tour) – MILAN
After breakfast and hotel check-out, we depart for Milan. During our panoramic journey through the landscapes of Heidi’s Villages, with its endless mountains and green meadows, which brought a smile to all our childhood memories of the lovable heroine Heidi living in the Alps with her grandfather and her best friend Peter, guests who wish may join the optional Como & Lugano Tour (65 Euro) on the way. On this tour, we first enjoy a peaceful walk along the shores of Lake Lugano, located within Switzerland, and admire the lovely nature and its extraordinary scenery that will captivate us with its unique beauty. Then we arrive in Como. Como is a center located in the Lombardy region and stands out with its historic buildings and orderly urban layout. Its squares, cathedral, and shoreline offer visitors a compact and easy-to-explore area. Lake Como is one of Italy’s best-known lakes, and the hills, lakeside settlements, and organized transport lines surrounding it complete the region’s natural appearance. The lake area is a regularly visited place throughout the year, showing a balanced blend of city and nature. In our Como & Lake Como tour, we first arrive at Como city center and see the cathedral area, squares, and shoreline from the outside. Then free time will be given on the shores of Lake Como; during this time, visitors can walk around the lake, take photos, or explore the surroundings. After the free time, we continue our journey to the Milan region. Upon arrival at our hotel in Milan, room check-in and free time for rest.
MILAN – ST. MORITZ – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – MILAN
After breakfast, we depart for St. Moritz for our unforgettable and dreamlike train journey on the Bernina railway line. We arrive in St. Moritz, Switzerland’s natural wonder and a favorite destination of the jet set, and after free time and a short sightseeing visit depending on the train departure time on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Bernina railway line, we reach the station for our unforgettable and dreamlike train journey on the Bernina Express / Red Train. Built between 1898 and 1904, this world-famous line, now on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List, fulfills the dreams of many travel enthusiasts. During this magical journey, we will have the chance to watch and photograph extraordinary landscapes. After an enjoyable train ride of approximately 2 hours, we arrive at Tirano Station and return to our hotel in the Milan region by the vehicle waiting for us.
MILAN – (Milan Masterpieces and Outlet Tour) – ISTANBUL
After breakfast and hotel check-out, we depart for Milan Malpensa Airport for our return flight to Istanbul. En route, guests who wish may join the optional Milan Masterpieces and Outlet Tour (65 Euro). Milan, one of Europe’s fashion capitals, is also known for its cuisine, opera, and churches. Although recognized as Italy’s business and financial capital, it is also the right destination for shopping and dining. During our city tour in Milan, the famous opera house La Scala, Duomo Square and Cathedral, and Porta Romano will be among the main places seen. After a short free time following the Milan Masterpieces Tour, we head to the outlet center for the second part of our tour. In Italy’s fashion-leading outlet center, home to prestigious brands, cafés and restaurants, and personal activity areas, we offer free time for enjoyable and affordable shopping. After completing the tour, we continue to Milan Malpensa Airport. Upon arrival at the airport and completion of baggage drop-off, check-in, and passport control procedures, we fly to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1876 at 19:45. Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 23:40 local time and the end of the tour.
We arrive at Istanbul Airport International Terminal 3 hours before departure and complete our baggage drop-off, ticketing, and passport control procedures, then fly to Milan on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1873 at 06:55. Upon arrival at Milan Malpensa Airport at 08:45 local time, we meet our private vehicle waiting at the airport and depart for Genoa. Located on the Ligurian coast in northwest Italy, Genoa is one of the country’s most important port cities. Known throughout history for trade, maritime activity, and banking, the city stands out with its medieval narrow streets, large squares, and preserved architecture. Its historic alley network known as the “caruggi” is under UNESCO protection. The city is also known as the birthplace of the famous explorer Christopher Columbus. Today, Genoa offers visitors culture, history, and city life together through its layered structure combining the port area, historic center, and modern settlements. During our city tour in Genoa, the port area surrounded by historic buildings, Piazza di Ferrari, San Lorenzo Cathedral, historic palaces, and the old city streets will be seen panoramically. After the Genoa city tour, during the free time provided, guests who wish may join the optional Portofino Tour by Boat (65 Euro – Portofino ferry ticket included). Portofino, surrounded by colorful houses and inspiring songs with all its beauty, captivates visitors with its narrow streets, colorful houses, green hills, and turquoise Mediterranean views. After our visit to Portofino, we set off for Nice. Upon arrival at our hotel in the Nice region, room check-in and free time for rest.
NICE – (Cannes & Nice Tour) – (Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour)
After breakfast, we offer a full day at leisure. During this free time, guests who wish may join the optional Cannes & Nice Tour (70 Euro). On this tour, we first travel to Cannes. Famous for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival, Cannes has a sparkling sea and golden sandy beaches. During our city tour in Cannes, we first see the old town, the city’s first settlement. During our walk through the narrow, winding, traffic-free streets of the old town, we will have the chance to see souvenir shops and shop. After our visit to La Croisette Boulevard, which stretches along Cannes’ coast and is home to many luxury restaurants, shops, and hotels, and Meynadier Street, we continue to Nice. On our Nice tour, Promenade des Anglais, Nice Port, Massena Square, Flower Market, and the Courthouse will be among the places seen. After our Nice tour, during the free time given, guests who wish may join the optional Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour (80 Euro). On this tour, our first stop is Eze Village, one of the most famous villages on the magnificent Côte d’Azur, where you can test and purchase famous perfumes at affordable prices during a visit to the perfume factory. Afterward, our second stop is Monaco, the world’s smallest state after the Vatican, located on the French Riviera, and upon arrival we will conduct a panoramic city tour of Monte Carlo, the center of luxury and splendor. After the tour, we return to our hotel in the Nice region.
NICE – (Annecy Tour) – GENEVA
After breakfast and hotel check-out, we depart for Geneva. En route, while traveling amid magnificent natural scenery and the Alpine peaks known as the roof of Europe, Mont Blanc, on the border shared by France, Switzerland, and Italy, guests who wish may join the optional Annecy Tour (50 Euro). Known as the “Venice of the Alps” thanks to the canals and the Thiou River running through it, Annecy impresses visitors with its canal-based structure and its extraordinary location between mountains and a lake. During our visit, the Chateau d’Annecy, built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, St. Maurice Church, and the Palais de l’Isle, a focal point for photography enthusiasts, will be seen panoramically. After a short free time on the shores of Lake Annecy, the 3rd largest lake in France, we complete the tour and continue our journey to Geneva. Upon arrival at our hotel in the Geneva region, room check-in and free time for rest.
GENEVA – (Lausanne & Montreux and Fairytale Castles & Gruyères Tour) – BERN – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast and hotel check-out, we conduct our city tour. Known as the “French city of Switzerland,” Geneva, located on the shores of Lake Geneva, is a magnificent city where history, culture, science, and nature come together. The fact that the headquarters of international organizations such as CERN, the World Health Organization, UEFA, FIFA, and the United Nations are located in Geneva gives the city a central role culturally and administratively. In Geneva, where museums, parks, historic monuments and streets, and fresh air meet, the main sights during our visit will include St. Pierre Cathedral, Jet d’Eau, the city’s symbol rising up to 140 meters, and the Reformation Wall. After the city tour, we depart for Bern. En route, guests who wish may join the optional Lausanne & Montreux and Fairytale Castles & Gruyères Tour (90 Euro). Our first stop on this tour is Lausanne, which holds an important place in our national history because it hosted the signing of the Treaty of Lausanne on July 24, 1923, and is also one of the important episcopal centers of the Middle Ages. With its medieval castles, Ouchy Castle, palaces, cathedrals, and museum buildings, and its charm enhanced by its location on the shores of Lake Geneva, Lausanne takes visitors deep into history. After our sightseeing in Lausanne, we move on to Montreux. Montreux, also very familiar to us from our national history, is important not only for its Chillon and Blonay castles, historic buildings, and natural beauty, but also for the fact that it has a statue of Freddie Mercury, making it significant for the music world as well. After our sightseeing in Montreux, we head to Gruyères. Selected as Switzerland’s most beautiful village in 2014, and the birthplace of the world-famous Gruyère cheese, Gruyères is a fairytale village whose medieval character has remained intact, with flower-adorned houses and streets that give the region and its world-famous cheese its name. Located in the upper valley of the Saane River, at an altitude of 800 meters on a hill and closed to vehicle traffic, this village is known not only for its cheese but also for fondue, one of Switzerland’s famous dishes. After our tour in Gruyères, we complete the tour and continue our journey to Bern. Bern is one of the few cities in Europe that has remained unchanged since the Middle Ages. Due to this historical texture, it is included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List. Located within Switzerland and with German as its official language, Bern also shows the influence of German culture in its architecture. In Bern, built around the Aare River, we then continue to our hotel in the Alsace / Basel region. Upon arrival at the hotel, room check-in and free time for rest.
ALSACE / BASEL – (Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour) – STRASBOURG – FREIBURG – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast, we depart for Strasbourg. En route, guests who wish may join the optional Alsace Pearls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour (80 Euro). On this tour, we first go to the fairytale-like city of Colmar and see the Old Customs House, Pfister House, and the city’s most famous area, Petite Venise (Little Venice), with its colorful houses around the Rhine River. In this unique setting surrounded by the Rhine River and canals, you will find many delicious foods as well as opportunities to buy many souvenirs. The next stop on our tour is Riquewihr, famous for its vineyards, flower-filled balconies, unique row of shops, cobblestone streets closed to cars, buildings that somehow survived World War II without damage, and charming cafés; its tower, which also houses the Dolder Museum preserving the city’s story through documents, makes it look like it came straight out of a Grimm fairy tale. After our visit to Riquewihr, we continue our journey to Strasbourg. Located on the borders of Germany, Switzerland, and France, and the largest city in the Alsace region, Strasbourg welcomes us with a picture-perfect beauty as if straight out of a fairy tale. Added to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List in 1988 and home to the European Parliament since 1992, our panoramic walking city tour in Strasbourg’s pedestrianized center and streets will include Gutenberg Square and its statue, Notre Dame Cathedral, the city’s most important structure located in the very heart of the city, and Kammerzell House, the city’s oldest house that still serves as a hotel and restaurant today. After free time following the Strasbourg tour, we depart for Freiburg, one of the best examples of green urbanism. In Freiburg, where only low-carbon-emission vehicles have been allowed since 2010 and transportation is mainly by tram and bicycle, we will see the traces of the German, French, Austrian, Spanish, and Swedish historical and architectural cultures that have influenced the city throughout history. Also known as the capital of the Black Forest (Schwarzwald), our city tour in Freiburg will include the city’s most important symbol, Freiburg Cathedral, the charming small waterways unique to Freiburg, Martin’s Tor, the city’s medieval gate, and Rathausplatz. After the tour, we return to our hotel in the Alsace region.
ALSACE – HEIDI’S VILLAGES – (Como & Lugano Tour) – MILAN
After breakfast and hotel check-out, we depart for Milan. During our panoramic journey through the landscapes of Heidi’s Villages, with its endless mountains and green meadows, which brought a smile to all our childhood memories of the lovable heroine Heidi living in the Alps with her grandfather and her best friend Peter, guests who wish may join the optional Como & Lugano Tour (65 Euro) on the way. On this tour, we first enjoy a peaceful walk along the shores of Lake Lugano, located within Switzerland, and admire the lovely nature and its extraordinary scenery that will captivate us with its unique beauty. Then we arrive in Como. Como is a center located in the Lombardy region and stands out with its historic buildings and orderly urban layout. Its squares, cathedral, and shoreline offer visitors a compact and easy-to-explore area. Lake Como is one of Italy’s best-known lakes, and the hills, lakeside settlements, and organized transport lines surrounding it complete the region’s natural appearance. The lake area is a regularly visited place throughout the year, showing a balanced blend of city and nature. In our Como & Lake Como tour, we first arrive at Como city center and see the cathedral area, squares, and shoreline from the outside. Then free time will be given on the shores of Lake Como; during this time, visitors can walk around the lake, take photos, or explore the surroundings. After the free time, we continue our journey to the Milan region. Upon arrival at our hotel in Milan, room check-in and free time for rest.
MILAN – ST. MORITZ – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – MILAN
After breakfast, we depart for St. Moritz for our unforgettable and dreamlike train journey on the Bernina railway line. We arrive in St. Moritz, Switzerland’s natural wonder and a favorite destination of the jet set, and after free time and a short sightseeing visit depending on the train departure time on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Bernina railway line, we reach the station for our unforgettable and dreamlike train journey on the Bernina Express / Red Train. Built between 1898 and 1904, this world-famous line, now on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List, fulfills the dreams of many travel enthusiasts. During this magical journey, we will have the chance to watch and photograph extraordinary landscapes. After an enjoyable train ride of approximately 2 hours, we arrive at Tirano Station and return to our hotel in the Milan region by the vehicle waiting for us.
MILAN – (Milan Masterpieces and Outlet Tour) – ISTANBUL
After breakfast and hotel check-out, we depart for Milan Malpensa Airport for our return flight to Istanbul. En route, guests who wish may join the optional Milan Masterpieces and Outlet Tour (65 Euro). Milan, one of Europe’s fashion capitals, is also known for its cuisine, opera, and churches. Although recognized as Italy’s business and financial capital, it is also the right destination for shopping and dining. During our city tour in Milan, the famous opera house La Scala, Duomo Square and Cathedral, and Porta Romano will be among the main places seen. After a short free time following the Milan Masterpieces Tour, we head to the outlet center for the second part of our tour. In Italy’s fashion-leading outlet center, home to prestigious brands, cafés and restaurants, and personal activity areas, we offer free time for enjoyable and affordable shopping. After completing the tour, we continue to Milan Malpensa Airport. Upon arrival at the airport and completion of baggage drop-off, check-in, and passport control procedures, we fly to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1876 at 19:45. Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 23:40 local time and the end of the tour.
What's Included
Round-trip airline ticket on Turkish Airlines scheduled flights on the Istanbul Airport (IST) – Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) – Istanbul Airport (MXP) route,
Airport taxes and service fees,
In-flight refreshments,
7 nights’ accommodation with bed and breakfast in hotels in the specified category,
Airport / Hotel / Airport transfers and intercity transfers,
Panoramic city tours and/or excursions in Genoa, Geneva, Bern, Strasbourg, Freiburg, and St. Moritz,
Train journey with the BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN,
Turkish-speaking guiding services,
TURSAB Professional Liability Insurance
Not Included
- Visa fee and service charge
- International departure tax
- All hotel extras and personal expenses,
- Domestic connecting flight ticket,
- Lunches and dinners,
- Extra tours and excursions specified/not specified in the program,
- (Mandatory) Hotel city accommodation and city entrance taxes (60 Euro)
- (Optional) Driver tips (10 Euro)
