A EUROPEAN FAIRYTALE TOUR FROM ANKARA WITH BERNINA EXPRESS SunExpress Airlines with 7 nights Morning Departure from Zurich – Morning Return to Zurich || 16424||21033

ANKARA – ZURICH – STRASBOURG – (Colmar Tour) – ALSACE
After completing the baggage check-in, check-in, and passport control procedures at Ankara Esenboğa Airport International Terminal 3 hours before the flight, we will take a direct and scheduled flight with SunExpress Airlines flight number XQ732 to Zurich at 07:20. We arrive at Zurich Airport at 09:45 local time, and we move to Strasbourg with our private bus waiting at the airport. Strasbourg, located at the borders of Germany, Switzerland, and France, and the largest city in the Alsace region, will greet us with a fairytale-like, picturesque beauty. UNESCO added Strasbourg to the World Heritage List in 1988, and since 1992, it has hosted the European Parliament. During the panoramic city tour, we will explore the pedestrian-only center and streets where we will see the Gutenberg Square and Statue, the Notre Dame Cathedral, which is the most important structure in the heart of the city, and the Kammerzell house, the oldest house in the city, which continues to serve as a hotel and restaurant. After the Strasbourg tour, we will have some free time, followed by a transfer to our hotel in the Alsace region. On the way, guests who wish can join the extra Colmar Tour (55 Euro) program. Colmar, with its half-timbered houses from the Middle Ages, canals, and preserved old city texture, influences visitors with its location close to the German border, reflecting both French and German architectural styles. During our tour in Colmar, we will see the Old Customs Building, the Pfister house, and the colorful houses around the Rhine River, including the most famous area of the city, Petite Venise (Little Venice), where we will find many delicious foods according to our taste and many souvenirs to purchase in the unique environment surrounded by the Rhine River and canals. After the Colmar Tour program, we continue our journey to our hotel in the Alsace region. We will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
ALSACE – BERN – (By Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour) – GENEVA
After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, we move on to Bern. Bern is one of the few cities in Europe that has remained unchanged since the Middle Ages. Due to this historical structure, it is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Located within Switzerland and having German as its official language, the architectural influence of German culture is also seen in Bern. After our tour around Bern, during the free time provided, guests who wish can join the extra Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour (80 Euro) program. Our first stop on the tour will be Interlaken. It is known for its position located between Brienz Lake and Thun Lake, earning its name "inter-lakes" and is famous for its natural beauties and breathtaking views. Important hotels, casinos, and shopping streets are situated along our walking tour route. Among the places we will see panoramically are the Victoria Jungfrau Hotel and Höhematte Park. After some free time for photos and sightseeing, we will head to the train station to move to Lauterbrunnen. After approximately 20 minutes by train from Interlaken, we arrive in Lauterbrunnen. We will feel the deep structure of the valley and steep rock walls as we exit the station. While walking towards the village center, we will get a panoramic view of the impressive Staubbach Waterfall hanging towards the valley floor and have the chance to take photos. Lauterbrunnen is known for its small settlements lined along a valley that is home to 72 waterfalls and walking paths. During our walk along the designated route in the village, we will take plenty of photos of the region's traditional chalet architecture, the natural formations surrounding the valley floor, and the stunning natural scenery reminiscent of paradise. We will complete our tour by returning to Interlaken by train. After the tour, we move to Geneva, where we will organize a city tour upon arrival. Known as "the French of Switzerland," Geneva is located on the shores of Lake Geneva, a magnificent city where history, culture, science, and nature intersect. The presence of international organizations (CERN, World Health Organization, UEFA, FIFA, United Nations) in Geneva elevates the city to a central position culturally and administratively. During our tour in Geneva, we will see the St. Pierre Cathedral, the Jet d’Eau fountain that rises up to 140 meters and has become the symbol of Geneva, and the Reformation Monument, among other places of interest. After the city tour, we arrive at our hotel in the Geneva area. Upon arrival, we will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
GENEVA – (Annecy Tour) – NICE
After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, we head towards Nice. Along the way, guests wishing can join the extra Annecy Tour (50 Euro) program. Nicknamed "the Venice of the Alps" for its canals and Thiou River, Annecy, with its extraordinary location between mountains and lakes, captivates visitors. During our trip to Annecy, we will see the Chateau d’Annecy, built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, St. Maurice Church, and Palais de l’Isle, a photography hotspot. After a short free time on the shores of Lake Annecy, we complete our tour and continue our journey to Nice. After arriving at our hotel, we will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
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 can participate in the extra Cannes & Nice Tour (70 Euro) program. In this tour, we first head to Cannes, known for hosting the Cannes Film Festival every year, featuring a sparkling sea and golden sandy beaches. During our city tour in Cannes, we will firstly see the old town, the first settlement area of the city. While walking through the narrow and winding streets of the old town, which are closed to traffic, we will have a chance to see souvenir shops and shop. After exploring the La Croissette Boulevard and Meynadier Street, which hosts many luxury restaurants, stores, and hotels along the Cannes coast, we will have free time before heading to Nice. In Nice, we will visit the Promenade des Anglais, Nice Port, Massena Square, Flower Market, and the Palace of Justice. After the Nice tour, during the free time provided, guests may opt for the extra Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour (80 Euro) program. During this tour, our first stop is Eze Village, one of the most famous villages with stunning views of the Cote d'Azur, where we will visit a perfume factory where you can test and buy various beautiful and famous perfumes at reasonable prices. After this, we move to Monaco, the world's second smallest state after the Vatican, and the fairytale kingdom, where 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 – (By Boat to Portofino Tour) – MILAN
After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, we start our journey to Milan. Along the way, guests wishing can join the extra By Boat to Portofino Tour (65 Euro) program. Portofino, with its colorful houses surrounded by beautiful narrow streets, green hills, and the turquoise Mediterranean, is a sight to behold. After visiting Portofino, we continue our journey towards Milan. Milan, one of the fashion capitals of Europe, stands out for its cuisine, opera, and churches. Although known as Italy's business and finance capital, Milan is also the right address for shopping and dining experiences. During our city tour in Milan, we will see the famous opera house La Scala, Duomo Square and Cathedral, and Porta Romana, which are the main places to visit. After the Milan city tour, we will transfer to our hotel in the Milan area. We will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
MILAN – HEIDI’S VILLAGES & ST. MORITZ – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – MILAN
After breakfast, we move to St. Moritz for an unforgettable and enchanting train journey on the Bernina railway line. We will enjoy a panoramic journey accompanied by images of the vast mountains and green pastures reminiscent of the scenes from the cartoon we remember where our beloved hero Heidi lives with her grandfather and her best friend Peter in the Alps. Upon arriving in the splendid St. Moritz, a famous nature wonder and a meeting point for jet setters, we will have some free time based on the train departure time, along with a short surrounding tour. Afterward, we head to Bernina Express / Red Train station for our unforgettable and enchanting train journey. Built between 1898 and 1904, this world-famous line is now part of the UNESCO World Heritage List and offers magical views and excellent photo opportunities during approximately a 2-hour scenic train journey. After arriving at Tirano Station, we return to our hotel in the Milan region with our vehicle.
MILAN – OUTLET – (Como Tour) – ZURICH
After breakfast and check-out procedures from the hotel, we move on to visit the outlet center. Featuring stylish shops of Italy’s and the world's most prestigious brands, cafes, restaurants, and personal activity spaces, the outlet center offers the chance for quality and affordable shopping. After some free time for shopping, we head to Zurich. Along the way, guests wishing can join the extra Como Tour (50 Euro) program. Como, located in the Lombardy region, is known for its historical buildings and orderly city structure. The town squares, cathedral, and shoreline offer visitors a compact and easily accessible area to explore. Lake Como is one of Italy's most famous lakes, surrounded by hills, coastal settlements, and regular transport lines that complete the natural appearance of the region. During our Como & Lake Como visit, we will first reach Como city center and view the cathedral area, squares, and waterfront from outside. Then we will spend some free time on the shores of Lake Como; visitors can stroll around the lake, take photos, or explore the area. After the free time provided, we continue our journey towards Zurich. Upon arrival, we will conduct a city tour in Zurich, where we will see Fraumünster Church, Grossmünster Church, the Swiss National Museum, the Opera House, Lake Zurich, the Clock Tower, Old Guild Houses, Zurich Altstadt (Old Town), and the lively and colorful Bahnhofstrasse (Station Street) filled with world-famous shops. After the Zurich tour, after a short free time, we will transfer to our Zurich region hotel. We will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
ZURICH – ANKARA
After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, we head to Zurich Airport for our return flight to Ankara. Upon arrival at the airport and after completing the baggage check-in, check-in, and passport control procedures, we will depart for Ankara at 10:40 with SunExpress Airlines flight number XQ732. We arrive at Esenboğa Airport at 14:55 local time, concluding our tour.