BERNINA EXPRESS A European Fairytale Tour with Turkish Airlines, 6 nights, morning departure to Stuttgart and evening return from Basel

ISTANBUL – STUTTGART – STRASBOURG – (Colmar Tour) – ALSACE
We will perform luggage delivery, check-in, and passport control at the international terminal of Istanbul Airport 3 hours before the flight. After these procedures, we will fly directly to Stuttgart with Turkish Airlines flight TK1701, departing at 07:50. We will arrive at Stuttgart Airport at 09:50 local time. After arriving, we will move to Strasbourg with our private bus waiting at the airport. Strasbourg, located at the border of Germany, Switzerland, and France, and the largest city in the Alsace region, will welcome us like a painting straight out of a fairy tale. Strasbourg, which was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1988 and has hosted the European Parliament since 1992, will be explored during our panoramic city tour while walking through its vehicle traffic-free center and streets. Notable sights include Gutenberg Square and its statue, the Notre Dame Cathedral, which is the most important structure located in the heart of the city, and the Kammerzell House, the oldest house in the city, which still operates as a hotel and restaurant. After the Strasbourg tour, we head to our hotel in the Alsace region. En route, guests who wish may participate in an optional Colmar Tour (50 Euro). In this tour, we will visit the fairy-tale town of Colmar, where we will see the Old Customs House, the Pfister House, and the picturesque houses surrounding the Rhine River, as well as the most famous area of the city, Petite Venise (Little Venice). In this unique setting, surrounded by the Rhine River and canals, you will find many delicious food options to suit your taste, as well as many souvenir shopping opportunities. After the Colmar Tour, we continue our journey to our hotel in the Alsace region. Upon arrival at the hotel, we will check in and have free time to relax.
ALSACE – BERN – (Train Tour to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen) – GENEVA
After breakfast and checking out from the hotel, we head to Bern. Bern is one of the only European cities that has remained unchanged since the Middle Ages. Due to its historical texture, it is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Located within Switzerland and having German as its official language, Bern showcases influences of German culture in its architecture. After the city tour around Aare River, we will have some free time where guests may join the optional Train Tour to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen (80 Euro). Our first stop will be Interlaken, which gets its name from being located between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun and is known for its natural beauty and breathtaking views. Important hotels, casinos, and shopping streets will be part of our walking route. Among the places we will see are the historical symbol of the city, the Victoria Jungfrau Hotel, and Höhematte Park, which we can see panoramically. After a photo opportunity and free time for exploration, we will proceed to Lauterbrunnen by moving to the train station. After approximately a 20-minute train ride from Interlaken, we will arrive in Lauterbrunnen. We will feel the valley's steep formations upon leaving the station. During our walk to the village center, we will get a panoramic view of the mesmerizing Staubbach Falls, hanging down toward the valley floor, and have a chance to take photos. Lauterbrunnen is known for its small settlements arranged along a valley that hosts 72 waterfalls and its hiking trails. We will walk through designated routes in the village and take plenty of photos of traditional chalet architecture, natural formations surrounding the valley floor, and the stunning scenery that resembles paradise. After completing our tour, we return to Interlaken and then head to Geneva to conduct our city tour. Known as “the French of Switzerland,” Geneva is a magnificent city located on the shores of Lake Geneva, where history, culture, science, and nature come together. The presence of international organizations (CERN, World Health Organization, UEFA, FIFA, United Nations) in Geneva elevates the city to a central cultural and administrative position. During our city tour in Geneva, we will visit St. Pierre Cathedral, the Jet d’Eau fountain which has become the symbol of Geneva rising up to 140 meters, and the Reformation Monument. After the city tour, we will reach our hotel in the Geneva region. Upon our arrival at the hotel, we will check in and have free time to relax.
GENEVA – (Annecy Tour) – NICE
After breakfast and checking out from the hotel, we head to Nice. Those who wish can join the optional Annecy Tour (50 Euro) along the way. Known as “the Venice of the Alps” due to its canals and the Thiou River running through it, Annecy captivates visitors with its extraordinary location between mountains and a lake. During our visit, we will see Chateau d’Annecy, built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, St. Maurice Church, and Palais de l’Isle, which is a photo hotspot. After a brief free time on the shores of Lake Annecy, we will complete our tour and continue our journey to Nice. After checking into our hotel, you will have free time to relax.
NICE – (Cannes & Nice Tour) – (Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour)
After breakfast, we offer a full day of free time. During this free time, guests may join the optional Cannes & Nice Tour (70 Euro). In this tour, we will first head to Cannes, known for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival and boasting a sparkling sea and golden sandy beaches. During our city tour in Cannes, we will visit the old town, which is the first settlement of the city. As we walk through the narrow, winding, vehicle-free streets of the old town, we will have the chance to see souvenir shops and do some shopping. After our tour of the La Croissette Boulevard and Meynadier Street, which stretches along the Cannes coast, we will spend some free time before reaching Nice. In Nice, we will visit the Promenade des Anglais avenue, Nice Harbor, Massena Square, Flower Market, and the Courthouse. After the Nice tour, we will have free time, and guests who wish may join the optional Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour (80 Euro). In this tour, our first stop will be Eze Village, one of the most famous villages on Cote d’Azur, where you can test and purchase beautiful and famous perfumes at reasonable prices in the perfume factory. After this tour, we will head to Monaco, the world’s second smallest country, a fairytale kingdom located on the French Riviera. Upon arrival, we will have 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 – MILAN – (Como Tour)
After breakfast and checking out from the hotel, we begin our journey to Milan. Known as one of the fashion capitals of Europe, Milan is also renowned for its cuisine, opera, and churches. While recognized as Italy's business and financial capital, Milan is also a correct destination 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 as the main sights. After finishing the Milan city tour, we will proceed to our hotel in the Milan region. On the way, guests who wish may join the optional Como Tour (50 Euro). Como is a center located in the Lombardy region, known for its historical buildings and organized city structure. It offers a compact and easily accessible area for exploration with its town squares, cathedral, and waterfront. Lake Como is one of Italy's most well-known lakes, surrounded by hills, waterfront settlements, and a well-structured public transport network that completes the area's natural beauty. In our Como & Lake Como tour, we will first reach the town center of Como and see the cathedral area, squares, and waterfront from the outside. Afterward, we will have 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, we will continue our journey to our hotel in the Milan region. Upon arrival, we will check in and have free time to relax.
MILAN – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – ST. MORITZ – OUTLET – ALSACE
After breakfast and checking out, we head for the unforgettable and enchanting train journey on the Bernina Railway, a UNESCO World Heritage site that operates the Bernina Express / Red Train. Built between 1898 and 1904, this world-famous train line offers a magical journey through stunning landscapes. During this approximately 2-hour scenic train ride, you will have the opportunity to enjoy and photograph breathtaking views. Upon arrival at St. Moritz Station, a nature wonderland and a favorite spot for jet-setters, we will have a short free time and then set off for the Alsace region with our waiting vehicle. During our journey, we will stop by the outlet center for a visit. This outlet center hosts chic stores of world-famous prestige brands, cafes and restaurants, and personal activity areas. After enjoying our free time for affordable and quality shopping, we will continue our journey to our hotel in the Alsace region. Upon arrival at the hotel, we will check in and have free time to relax.
ALSACE – (Alsace Pearls: Riquewihr & Ribeauvillé Tour) – BASEL – ISTANBUL
After breakfast and checking out from the hotel, we head to Basel Airport for our return flight to Istanbul. Guests who wish can join the optional Alsace Pearls: Riquewihr & Ribeauvillé Tour (70 Euro) along the way. Our first visit will be Riquewihr, famous for its vineyards, flowered balconies, unique row of shops, pedestrian paths lined with cobblestones, buildings that survived World War II, and quaint cafes; it also contains the Dolder Museum, which carries the city’s story to the present with documents. After exploring Riquewihr, we will reach Ribeauvillé, known for its preserved medieval texture with half-timbered houses and narrow streets surrounded by vineyards. After our tour, we continue our journey to Basel Airport. Upon arrival at the airport, we will complete our luggage delivery, check-in, and passport control procedures. After these procedures, we will fly to Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1926 at 18:55. We will arrive at Istanbul Airport at 23:05 TR time, concluding our tour.