1st Day Ankara – Amsterdam
Ankara Airport, Departure Terminal, meeting point at SunExpress Airlines check-in counter 3 hours before the flight. After the baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart to Amsterdam at 11:40 am with SunExpress Airlines flight number XQ772. We arrive at 2:40 pm local time, and our city tour of Amsterdam begins with our waiting vehicle. During our city tour, we will visit Dam Square, Central Station, National Monument, Royal Palace, Flower Market, and the Red Light District. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
2nd Day Amsterdam – Zaanse Schans – Marken – Volendam – Giethoorn – Amsterdam
After having breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish can join the optional tour of Magnificent Fairy Tale Villages and Water Canals (Zaanse Schans & Marken & Volendam & Giethoorn Hobbit Village) for 100 Euros. Our tour starts in the town of Zaanse Schans. Zaanse Schans, one of Holland's hidden paradise towns, dates back to the 17th century and still continues with its historical windmills and untouched nature. Feeling like you're wandering through an open-air museum with its historic windmills and wooden houses, we will then move to Marken. Previously an island, it became connected to land, and after exploring this beautiful island, we head to Volendam. Volendam is captivating with its harbor, characteristic Dutch houses, and people in traditional costumes. After enjoying delicious seafood and cheese and shopping for inexpensive souvenirs, our last stop is Giethoorn Hobbit Village. Considered one of the most beautiful spots in the world, Giethoorn is one of Europe’s most fairy-tale-like places, gaining popularity after the 1958 film “Fanfare” was shot here, increasing its recognition to over 800,000 tourists annually. After the tour, transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
3rd Day Amsterdam – Brugge – Gent – Brussels
After having breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Brussels. Along the way, guests who wish can join the optional tour of Magnificent Cities Brugge & Gent for 75 Euros. Our first stop will be the city of Brugge, famous for its stunning beauty. Now one of the most popular tourist cities in Europe, Brugge was placed under UNESCO protection in 1991. With its medieval architecture, canals, narrow streets, bridges, historic buildings, and squares, it has managed to be a jewel of Europe. After exploring this beautiful city, we head to Gent, a city where time seems to stand still. Founded at the confluence of the Schelde and Lys rivers, Gent has a history of over 1400 years and was once one of the largest and richest cities in the Middle Ages. After exploring historic monuments and its renowned university, we move on to Brussels. One of the most noteworthy stops on Benelux tours, Brussels stands out for its diversity. In this cosmopolitan city, we will visit several valuable structures including the Royal Palace, Chinese and Japanese houses, Brussels Cathedral, city square, Stock Exchange Building, Atomium Monument, and Manneken Pis Statue. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel and have free time. Overnight stay at the hotel.
4th Day Brussels – Paris
After having breakfast at the hotel, we set off for the romantic city of Paris. Upon our arrival in Paris, we will see Charles de Gaulle and Arc de Triomphe, Champs Elysees, Louvre Museum and Pyramid, Etoile Square, Grand Palais and Petit Palais Exhibition Palaces, Concorde Square and Obelisk, French Parliament Building, 3rd Alexandre Bridge, Seine River, Napoleon's Tomb, and Eiffel Tower. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel and have free time. In the evening, guests who wish can join the optional tour of Magnificent Paris Under Lights for 30 Euros, where you will have the chance to see the beauty of Paris both during the day and at night, visiting Champs Elysees, Concorde Square, Louvre Museum, and many other boulevards, buildings, and squares illuminated. After the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
5th Day Paris
After having breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish can join the optional tour of Magnificent Paris Masterpieces & Seine River Boat (Eiffel Tower & Seine River Boat Tour & Montmartre Artists Hill & Sacre Coeur Basilica & Notre Dame Cathedral) for 100 Euros. Our tour begins with the Eiffel Tower, the iconic structure visited by millions every year. You will have the chance to view Paris from the second floor of the Eiffel Tower. After that, we will take a boat tour on the Seine River, where we will see historic buildings on both banks, and then ascend Montmartre Hill, the highest point in Paris, by cable car. Our first stop here will be Sacre Coeur (Basilica of the Sacred Heart). After closely viewing this structure, we take a break in Tertre Square, where you can shop and get your portrait made before we visit Notre Dame Cathedral, a symbol of French history and an essential part of Paris's skyline, built on the orders of King Louis VII between 1137 and 1180 to showcase Paris's political, economic, and cultural power to the world. After seeing this magnificent structure, we will take a brief photo break. Then, we will transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
6th Day Paris – Reims – Metz
After having breakfast at the hotel, we head towards another beautiful city in France, Reims. Reims is the ancient capital of the Gallic people, and its name comes from Remes from that period. With its unique Gothic architecture that dates back to the Roman Empire, Reims has witnessed the coronation ceremonies of many French kings. During this magnificent tour, we will see the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Reims Cathedral, The Palace of Tau, Saint Remi Basilica, and La Porte de Mars. After the tour, we head towards Metz. Metz is a charming city located in the Lorraine region of France, between Nancy and Luxembourg. Ranked 4th in the “Best European Destination” competition in 2019, Metz is on the UNESCO World Heritage Temporary List due to its historical, cultural, and architectural features. After our tour here, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
7th Day Metz – Luxembourg
After having breakfast at the hotel, we set off for Luxembourg. Upon arrival, our city tour of Luxembourg begins. We will see Notre Dame Cathedral, the Duke's Palace, City Hall, and Constitution Square. After the tour, guests who wish can join the optional tour of Magnificent History and Mosaics (Trier & Remich & Schengen) for 55 Euros. Our first stop will be Trier, founded by the Romans in 15 BC, recognized as Germany's oldest city. Located along the Moselle River, part of the Rhine river system, in the Moselle Wine Region, we will see the Porta Nigra, the largest Roman city gate still standing north of the Alps, Roman ruins listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, St. Peter's Cathedral, Mary Mother of Churches, and the Basilica of Constantine, as well as Karl Marx's birthplace. After our visit to Trier, we will move to Remich, known for being the best place for cheap shopping during our tour. Due to Luxembourg's low tax policies, you can buy products like chocolate, coffee, and alcoholic beverages for much less. Lastly, we will visit Schengen, the point where the borders of Germany, France, and Luxembourg meet and where the agreement to abolish passport controls between EU member states was signed. In this village known for its important wine regions, you will have the opportunity to taste local wines and see the monument and building where the Schengen agreement was signed. After the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
8th Day Luxembourg – Frankfurt – Ankara
After having breakfast at the hotel, we set off for Frankfurt. Upon arrival, our city tour of Frankfurt begins. Frankfurt is located in the Hessen state of Germany and is one of the country's most important financial, cultural, and transportation centers. Situated by the Main River, the city is also referred to as "Mainhattan" due to its modern skyscrapers. It is considered the economic heart of Europe as it hosts the European Central Bank and many international financial institutions. However, Frankfurt also attracts attention for its rich cultural heritage. During our city tour, we will see the historic buildings at Römerberg Square, St. Bartholomew Cathedral (Frankfurt Cathedral), and the Old Opera House (Alte Oper). After the tour, we will head to Frankfurt Airport. After completing baggage, ticket, and passport formalities, we will depart to Ankara Esenboğa Airport with SunExpress Airlines flight number XQ 793 at 8:14 pm. We will arrive at 1:00 am local time, concluding our tour.