Gold Noel Markets and Light Festival “Italy and France” (MXP-LYS) with Turkish Airlines
Milan (2 nights) – Turin – Lyon (1 night)
3 nights 4 days
1st Day | Istanbul – Milan | 04 December 2026 Friday
We meet at 05:55 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport. After ticketing, baggage, and passport procedures, we fly to Milan on Turkish Airlines flight TK1873 at 08:55. We land at Milan Malpensa Airport at 10:00 local time. After passport and baggage procedures, we begin our panoramic Milan city tour from the airport with our vehicle. On our tour, we will see the Duomo di Milano, Europe’s 4th largest cathedral, whose completion took about 500 years; Sforza Castle; and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, which opened in 1877 and is considered Europe’s first covered shopping arcade, hosting world-famous fashion stores. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and complete check-in procedures, then settle into our rooms depending on availability. Our overnight stay will be at the 4* iH Hotels Milano Gioia (or similar) in Milan.
2nd Day | Milan | 05 December 2026 Saturday [B]
After breakfast at our hotel, free time. Those who wish may join the optional Serravalle Designer Outlet Christmas shopping tour organized by our guide.
→ Serravalle Designer Outlet Christmas shopping tour | 100 EUR adult - 80 EUR child (04-11.99 years)
We set out from our hotel for an unforgettable full-day Christmas Shopping Tour during the most magical time of the year. After a comfortable journey of approximately 1 hour and 40 minutes, accompanied by sparkling decorations, the scent of pine, and New Year melodies, we arrive at Serravalle Designer Outlet, one of Europe’s most popular shopping destinations. This enchanting outlet, which turns into a fairy-tale village during the Christmas season, awaits us with more than 180 world-renowned brands. Luxury giants such as Balenciaga, Burberry, Celine, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Givenchy, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Prada elevate the shopping experience with Christmas specials and attractive prices. During 5 hours of free time, we can choose the year’s most stylish gifts for ourselves and our loved ones, discover limited collection pieces, and catch opportunities that we will say “I’m so glad I bought this.” We can stroll among Christmas stalls with the scent of mulled wine, and enrich our shopping break with Italian flavors. On this special day, where we will experience the magic of shopping in streets decorated with lights, we will fully enjoy both the advantageous prices and the Christmas atmosphere. After a day full of shopping, pleasure, and gifts, we return to our hotel.
3rd Day | Milan – Turin – Lyon | 06 December 2026 Sunday [B]
After breakfast at our hotel, we check out and depart for Turin. On our panoramic Turin city tour, we begin at Piazza Castello. This square, surrounded by magnificent buildings such as Palazzo Reale (the Royal Palace) and Palazzo Madama, bears witness to the splendor of the Savoy Dynasty. Afterwards, we give free time for Christmas shopping and lunch. At the time announced by our guide, we meet and set off for Lyon. Upon arrival, we take our panoramic Lyon city tour. Vieux Lyon (Old Lyon), known as one of France’s gastronomic capitals and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, welcomes us with its historic texture and enchanting atmosphere. The city turns into a stage of art with the astonishing light shows exhibited for four days by world-famous designers within this festival. As part of the Fête des Lumières (Lyon Light Festival), held since 1851 and hosting millions of visitors every year, the historic streets are adorned with breathtaking light installations. During this visual feast, Lyon’s mesmerizing silhouette awaits us with an unforgettable experience in the unique harmony of light and art. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel and complete check-in procedures, then settle into our rooms. Our overnight stay will be at the 4* DoubleTree by Hilton Lyon Eurexpo (or similar) hotel in Lyon.
→ Important note
The Turin city tour package worth 100 EUR is included free of charge in our program.
4th Day | Lyon – Istanbul | 07 December 2026 Monday [B]
After breakfast at our hotel, we check out and have free time until transfer time. At the transfer time announced by our guide, we depart for Lyon Airport. After ticketing, baggage, and passport procedures, we fly to Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1810 at 18:10. We land at Istanbul Airport at 23:25 local time, and our tour comes to an end. We bid farewell until we meet again on another exclusive and enjoyable trip.
Abbreviations: [B] = Breakfast, [L] = Lunch, [D] = Dinner