Day 1: Istanbul – Basel – Colmar – Riquewihr – Freiburg – Zurich
Meet our valued guests at 07:00 in front of the AJet Airlines counter at Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Departures Terminal. After check-in and passport procedures, depart for Basel on AJet Airlines scheduled flight VF105 at 08:35. Arrive in Basel at 10:50 local time. After passport and baggage procedures, we begin our panoramic Basel city tour with our private coach waiting for us. During the panoramic tour in Basel, one of Switzerland’s cultural capitals, we will see the Basel Cathedral (Basel Münster), the banks of the Rhine River, the historic city center, Hotel Les Trois Rois, and Marktplatz, the heart of the city. After the tour, a short free time will be given.
After the free time, we head toward France’s Alsace region. Our first stop will be Colmar, the pearl of the Alsace region and one of Europe’s best-preserved medieval towns. In Colmar, with its colorful half-timbered houses, flower-decorated balconies, cobblestone streets, and romantic canals, our panoramic tour will include Petite Venise, the Old Town area, historic squares, and the finest examples of Alsace architecture. After our tour in Colmar, we continue to Riquewihr, one of the most enchanting fairytale villages of the Alsace region.
Riquewihr, believed to have inspired famous Disney tales, is one of the most impressive villages in the Alsace region with its colorful houses, flower-decorated narrow streets, and medieval atmosphere. During our walking tour here, we will see the historic city walls, Dolder Tower, and architectural structures unique to the Alsace region. During the free time provided, you will have the opportunity to experience and photograph the unique atmosphere of this charming village.
After our Riquewihr tour, we head to Freiburg, located in Germany and known as the capital of the Black Forest. Upon arrival in Freiburg, we will have a short panoramic city tour. Freiburg Cathedral, Münsterplatz, historic city gates, the old town center, and fine examples of traditional German architecture will be seen.
After the tour, we head to Zurich, one of Switzerland’s largest and most important cities. Upon arrival in Zurich, we will conduct our panoramic city tour. In this city, the financial and cultural center of Switzerland, Bahnhofstrasse, Fraumünster Church, Grossmünster, the Limmat River, Lake Zurich, and the historic city center will be seen panoramically.
After the city tour, transfer to our hotel. Check-in and overnight at the hotel.
Colmar & Riquewihr & Freiburg Tours Are Included in the Price!
Day 2: Zurich – Lucerne – Lake Como – McArthurGlen Milan Outlet – Milan and Surroundings
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Lucerne, one of Switzerland’s most impressive and most visited cities. After an enjoyable journey of about 1 hour, we arrive in Lucerne and carry out our panoramic city tour. In Lucerne, which has preserved its medieval architecture to this day, our tour will include the city’s symbol, the famous wooden Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), built in the 14th century, Lake Lucerne, the Lion Monument built in memory of the Swiss soldiers who lost their lives during the French Revolution, the historic city center, and impressive squares. After the tour, during the free time you can take a walk along Lake Lucerne, experience the unique atmosphere of the region, and have the opportunity to shop.
After the free time, we depart for Italy accompanied by the breathtaking scenery of the Alps. During our journey, unique natural landscapes and Alpine passes will offer you unforgettable views. Upon arrival in Italy, we reach Lake Como, located at the foothills of the Alps and one of the world’s most famous lakes. With its magnificent nature, elegant lakeside towns, and famous villas, Lake Como is regarded as one of Europe’s most exclusive holiday destinations. During our panoramic tour here, Como city center, the lakeshore, and unique views will be seen. During the free time provided, you will have the opportunity to walk along the lake and photograph this enchanting atmosphere.
After our Lake Como tour, we head to McArthurGlen Milan Designer Outlet, one of Europe’s most famous outlet shopping centers. In the free time you will be given here, you can enjoy advantageous shopping opportunities from world-famous brands such as Prada, Gucci, Nike, Adidas, Armani, Michael Kors, Hugo Boss, and many more.
After the shopping tour, transfer to our hotel in Milan. Check-in and overnight at the hotel.
Lucerne & Lake Como & McArthurGlen Milan Outlet Tours Are Included in the Price!
Day 3: Milan – Bernina Express – St. Moritz – Tirano – Milan and Surroundings
After breakfast at the hotel, check-out from the rooms and depart for St. Moritz, a natural wonder in Switzerland. Upon arrival in this charming resort town, located in the heart of the Alps and a favorite of the jet set, we will take a short tour and photo break.
Then we proceed to the station for the truly authentic Bernina Express panoramic train journey on the UNESCO World Heritage Bernina line, one of the most special experiences of our tour. The train used in this program is not the standard regional train (Red Train), but the actual Bernina Express panoramic carriages. During this unique journey in special carriages with large panoramic windows, Alpine passes, glaciers, viaducts, and breathtaking scenery will offer you an unforgettable experience. On this legendary line, built between 1898 and 1904 and now included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List, we will have the chance to experience one of the world’s most impressive train routes. We arrive at Tirano Station and continue to Milan by the vehicle waiting for us.
Upon arrival in Milan, we depart for our city tour. Milan is a city that is stylish rather than flashy, wealthy rather than merely creative. It is undoubtedly the lifeblood of Italy’s economy and one of the country’s most remarkable cities. During our Milan city tour, we will see Milan Castle ‘Castello Sforzesco’, one of the city’s historic monuments; ‘Galleria’, which marked the industrial revolution of the 19th century and is also known as Europe’s first covered shopping arcade. The famous French engineer Gustave Eiffel was inspired by this structure when designing the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The Duomo, where Gothic art can be seen intensely, with its exterior consisting of more than 2,000 sculptures, is the fourth largest church in the world. You can see the richness of shop windows on the famous ‘via Monte Napoleone’ and ‘via della Spiga’ streets, known as the center of fashion.
After the tour, we head to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Service Information:
Bernina Express – Train No: 973
Departure: 13:17 (St. Moritz)
Arrival: 15:31 (Tirano)
Bernina Express Train Journey Is Included in the Price!
Day 4: Milan – Basel – Istanbul
After breakfast, check-out from the rooms and depart for Basel Airport. Depart for Sabiha Gökçen Airport on AJet Airlines scheduled flight VF106 at 14:55. Arrival at 20:00 local time and end of the tour... We hope to see you again on your next travels.