Glorious Dream Triangle Germany - France - Switzerland 4 Nights - Special Eid al-Fitr with THY
Day 1 Istanbul – Stuttgart – Strasbourg
Meeting at Istanbul Airport, international departures terminal, in front of the Turkish Airlines counter, 3 hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, departure to Stuttgart at 08:50 with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1701. Upon arrival in Stuttgart at 10:00 local time, transfer to Strasbourg with our waiting vehicle. While touring Strasbourg, one of the most beautiful cities in France and the pearl of the Alsace region, you will feel as if you are traveling back in time through Europe’s largest cobblestoned medieval districts. With its fairytale-like nature and historical buildings, wooden houses, medieval churches, cathedrals, and many works of art, it is a place well worth seeing. Strasbourg also has historical significance as the place where the French national anthem, “La Marseillaise,” was written, and it appears as a city where Alsace culture and French architecture blend together. During our city tour, the Strasbourg Cathedral, the Rohan Palace, Kleber Square, and the Petit France district decorated with traditional Alsace houses will be among the places seen. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Strasbourg or nearby.
Day 2 Strasbourg – Eguisheim – Colmar – Kaysersberg – Riquewihr – Strasbourg
After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the extra tour of the Fairytale Villages of Alsace (Eguisheim & Colmar & Kaysersberg & Riquewihr). (100 Euro) On this tour, where we will want to take photos at every opportunity, our first stop will be Eguisheim. Eguisheim, which received the title of “Favorite French Village” in 2013, is a village where history and nature dance together. Its colorful houses reflecting the typical architecture of the Alsace region create Eguisheim’s postcard-perfect view. After the tour, we head to Colmar, famous for its historic buildings dating back to the Middle Ages, Gothic-style churches, and colorful houses. While strolling through Colmar’s well-preserved streets, the places to be seen include St. Martin Cathedral, built entirely of pink stone, Little Venice, which resembles Venice in Italy with its small canals, Maison Pfister, one of Colmar’s oldest houses, and Maison des Tetes, a Renaissance building decorated with faces. Our third stop on the tour is Kaysersberg. Kaysersberg is a charming part of the Alsace region and a medieval town in France. It is famous for its colorful houses, narrow streets, and historical atmosphere. In particular, the 13th-century Château de Kaysersberg castle is one of the town’s most notable landmarks. The Sainte-Croix Church in the center of the town also stands out with its Gothic architecture. After the tour, we continue to Riquewihr, one of Alsace’s most enchanting towns, with numerous half-timbered houses that add to its charm. This historic village captivates visitors with its old houses decorated with colorful flowers, narrow streets, and medieval atmosphere surrounded by walls. During our tour, we will also see the remains of Riquewihr Castle and walk along the old walls of the village to feel the medieval ambiance. After the tour, transfer to our hotel in Strasbourg. Overnight at our hotel in Strasbourg or nearby.
Day 3 Strasbourg – Heidelberg – Baden Baden – Strasbourg
After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the extra tour of the Great Germany Duo (Baden Baden & Heidelberg). (85 Euro) Our first stop is Baden Baden, a nature-filled oxygen haven, cultural and artistic center, with hot springs and even Europe’s most famous casino among its many attractions. After visiting Baden Baden, an exceptional travel destination that inspired many famous writers and composers, we head to another magnificent German city, Heidelberg. The streets, squares, and buildings of this city will make you feel the Middle Ages at every corner and take you on a journey through time. Elegant and refined, Heidelberg welcomes you with the harmony of architecture and colors. During our city tour here, Hauptstrasse, Marktplatz Square, Old Bridge, and Heidelberg Castle will be among the places seen. After the tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Strasbourg or nearby.
Day 4 Strasbourg – Schaffhausen Rhine Falls – Zurich – Lucerne – Strasbourg
After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish may join the extra tour of the Great Schaffhausen Rhine Falls and Swiss Cities (Rhine Falls & Zurich & Lucerne). (110 Euro) Our first stop is the natural wonder Rhine Falls, which holds the title of Europe’s largest waterfall with a width of 150 meters and a height of 23 meters. This place, embraced by the powerful arms of the Rhine River, is a paradise where you will find peace while watching the dance of the deep blue waters. After our delightful walk accompanied by the force of the water and the impressive scenery, our second stop is Zurich, the largest city in Switzerland, which welcomes millions of visitors every year with its historic center, striking Gothic-style churches, and historic buildings. After seeing the Grossmünster and Fraumünster churches and St. Peter’s Church, home to Europe’s largest clock tower, we tour Bahnhofstrasse, considered the city’s shopping center. After the tour, we head to Lucerne, a historic city in the central part of Switzerland at the foot of the Alps. In this charming city, after seeing the Lion Monument, built in memory of the 800 Swiss soldiers who were martyred while protecting King Louis XVI and his family, as well as the Chapel Bridge and the magnificent view of Lake Lucerne, we end our tour and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Strasbourg or nearby.
Day 5 Strasbourg – Stuttgart – Istanbul
After breakfast, check out of the rooms and depart for Stuttgart. Located in southwestern Germany, nestled among lush green hills, Stuttgart stands out not only as an industrial giant but also with its elegant parks, vineyards, and cultural character. During our city tour, the places to be seen include Schlossplatz (Palace Square), the largest square in Stuttgart, Neues Schloss (New Palace), Altes Schloss (Old Castle), and Johanneskirche (St. John’s Church). After the tour, at the time indicated by our guide, transfer to the airport. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, departure to Istanbul at 19:00 with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1706. Arrival at 23:55 local time and end of the tour.
What's Included
Turkish Airlines flight ticket between Istanbul – Stuttgart – Istanbul,
Airport taxes,
Airport – hotel – airport transfers and intercity transfers,
Strasbourg, Stuttgart city tours,
4 nights – 5 days bed and breakfast accommodation in 3-star hotels,
Professional Turkish-language guiding service,
Not Included
Visa Fee,
Exit Tax,
Travel Health Insurance (15 Euro)
Museum and archaeological site entrance fees
Extra tours and personal expenses
Optional guide and driver tips
City Tax (to be paid to the guide on the first day of the tour for payment at reception.)
