1st Day Ankara – Stuttgart – Strasbourg – Eguisheim – Colmar – Kaysersberg – Riquewihr – Strasbourg
At Ankara Esenboğa Airport, meet in front of the SunExpress Airlines check-in counter 3 hours before the flight. After luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, depart for Stuttgart at 04:35 on the SunExpress Airlines flight XQ 790. Arrive in Stuttgart at 06:55 local time and transfer to Strasbourg with our waiting vehicle. While exploring Strasbourg, one of the most beautiful cities in France and the pearl of the Alsace region, you will feel as if you are on a journey through history in the largest cobblestone medieval neighborhoods in Europe. With its fairytale-like nature and historic buildings, wooden houses, cathedrals from the Middle Ages, and numerous artworks, it is certainly worth seeing. Strasbourg, which is historically significant as the place where the French national anthem "La Marseillaise" was written, presents itself as a city where Alsace culture is blended with French architecture. During our city tour, we will see places such as Strasbourg Cathedral, Rohan Palace, Kléber Square, and the Petit France area adorned with traditional Alsace Houses. After the tour, we will transfer to our hotel. Then, guests who wish can join the extra tour of the Grand Alsace Fairy Tale Villages (Eguisheim & Colmar & Kaysersberg & Riquewihr) for 100 Euros. We will want to take photos at every opportunity during our tour, and our first stop will be Eguisheim. Eguisheim, which was awarded 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 the postcard view of Eguisheim. After the tour, we move on to Colmar, famous for its medieval buildings, Gothic-style churches, and colorful houses. While strolling through the well-preserved streets of Colmar, we will see the St. Martin Cathedral, made entirely of pink stone, the Little Venice reminiscent of Italy's Venice with its small canals, Maison Pfister, one of Colmar's oldest houses, and Maison des Tetes, a Renaissance building adorned with faces. Our third stop will be Kaysersberg. Kaysersberg is a charming part of the Alsace region as a medieval town in France, famous for its colorful houses, narrow streets, and historical texture. Especially the Château de Kaysersberg castle from the 13th century is one of the town's most prominent symbols. The Sainte-Croix Church in the city center draws attention with its Gothic architecture. After the tour, we head to Riquewihr, one of the most enchanting towns of Alsace, known for its many half-timbered houses that give the city its charm. This historic village enchants visitors with its old houses adorned with colorful flowers, narrow streets, and medieval texture surrounded by walls. During our tour, we will also see the ruins of Riquewihr Castle and walk along the old walls of the village to feel the medieval atmosphere. After the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel in Strasbourg. Overnight in Strasbourg or the surrounding area.
2nd Day Strasbourg – Heidelberg – Baden Baden – Strasbourg
After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish can join the extra tour of the Grand Germany Duo (Baden Baden & Heidelberg) for 85 Euros. Our first stop in the tour is Baden Baden, an oxygen depot intertwined with nature, a cultural arts center, known for its thermal baths, and even Europe's most famous casino with countless opportunities. After exploring Baden Baden, we move to Heidelberg, another magnificent German city. The streets, squares, and buildings of this city will take you on a journey through time. A calm, elegant, and refined city, Heidelberg welcomes you with the harmony of architecture and colors. In our city tour, we will see Hauptstrasse, Marktplatz Square, the Old Bridge, and Heidelberg Castle. After the tour, transfer back to our hotel. Overnight in Strasbourg or the surrounding area.
3rd Day Strasbourg – Schaffhausen Rhine Falls – Zurich – Lucerne – Strasbourg
After breakfast at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish can join the extra tour of the Grand Schaffhausen Rhine Falls and Swiss Cities (Rhine Falls & Zurich & Lucerne) for 110 Euros. Our first stop is the natural wonder Rhine Falls, which holds the title of Europe's largest waterfall with its 150-meter width and 23-meter height. Embraced by the powerful arms of the Rhine River, this place is a paradise where you will find peace while watching the dance of the azure waters. After a captivating walk admiring the power and stunning views of the water, our 2nd stop is Zurich, Switzerland's largest city, which attracts millions of visitors every year with its historical center and eye-catching Gothic-style churches and historical buildings. After seeing the Grossmünster and Fraumünster Churches and the largest clock tower in Europe, St. Peterskirche, we will tour Bahnhofstrasse, known as the shopping center of the city. After the tour, we head to Lucerne, a historic city situated in central Switzerland at the foot of the Alps. After seeing the Lion Monument, dedicated to the 800 Swiss soldiers who died protecting King Louis XVI and his family, Chapel Bridge, and the breathtaking view of Lake Lucerne, we will conclude our tour and transfer back to the hotel. Overnight in Strasbourg or the surrounding area.
4th Day Strasbourg – Stuttgart – Ankara
After breakfast, check out of the rooms and move to Stuttgart. Located in the southwest of Germany, surrounded by lush hills, Stuttgart stands out not only with its identity as an industrial giant but also with its elegant parks, vineyards, and cultural texture. During our city tour, we will see Schlossplatz (Palace Square), Neues Schloss (New Palace), Altes Schloss (Old Palace), and Johanneskirche (St. John Church). After the tour, we will depart for the airport at the time indicated by our guide. After luggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we will depart for Ankara on SunExpress Airlines flight XQ791 at 19:45. Arrival at 23:50 local time and end of our tour.