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Europe Fairytale Tour from Diyarbakır with Bernina Express via SunExpress Airlines, 6 Nights, Morning Departure to Stuttgart – Evening Return from Stuttgart
Tour Detail
DİYARBAKIR – STUTTGART – STRASBOURG – (Alsace Istanbuls: Colmar & Riquewihr Tour) – ALSACE / BASEL
You will be at the Departures Terminal of Diyarbakır Airport 3 hours before your flight to complete baggage check-in, ticketing, and passport control procedures. Then, we will fly with SunExpress Airlines flight XQ1590 at 03:45 to Stuttgart. After arriving at Stuttgart Airport at 06:55 local time, we will depart for a panoramic city tour of Strasbourg. Located on the border of Germany, Switzerland, and France, and also the largest city in the Alsace region, Strasbourg appears as if sprung from fairy tales, offering a picturesque view. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1988 and hosting the European Parliament since 1992, Strasbourg's vehicle-free center and streets can be explored on foot during our panoramic city tour; notable sights include Gutenberg Square and Statue, the Notre Dame Cathedral located at the heart of the city, and the Kammerzell House, which is the oldest in the city and still functions as a hotel and restaurant. After the Strasbourg tour, there's free time, and then we proceed to our hotel in Alsace. On the way, guests interested can join an optional additional tour called Alsace Gems: Colmar & Riquewihr (80 Euro). First, we will visit the storybook town of Colmar, where we will see the Old Customs House, Pfister House, and the colorful houses along the Rhine River, as well as Petite Venise (Little Venice). In this charming environment surrounded by the Rhine and its canals, visitors will have the chance to enjoy local delicacies and buy souvenirs. Next, we will visit Riquewihr, famous for its wine vineyards, flower balconies, unique small shops, cobblestone streets inaccessible to cars, intact historic buildings from World War II, and charming cafes; it also hosts the Dolder Museum's Tower, which carries the city's history into the present. After exploring Riquewihr, we continue to our hotel in the Alsace region to rest and relax.
ALSACE – BERN – (Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour) – GENEVA
After breakfast and check-out, we depart for Bern. Bern is one of Europe's medieval cities that has remained unchanged since the Middle Ages and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Located within Switzerland and with German as its official language, Bern showcases architectural influences from German culture. We will take a city tour around the Aare River, with free time added for those interested to join an optional train tour to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen (80 Euro). Our first stop will be Interlaken, situated between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun, known as the “inter-lakes” and famed for its natural beauty and panoramic views. We will tour this area, including prominent hotels, casinos, and shopping streets such as Victoria Jungfrau Hotel and Höhematte Park. After some free time for photos and exploration, we will take the train to Lauterbrunnen, about a 20-minute ride. Upon arrival, you will instantly notice the deep valley and towering cliffs. We will walk into the village and admire the breathtaking Staubbach Falls cascading down to the valley floor. Lauterbrunnen is known for its 72 waterfalls, quaint settlements along the valley, and hiking trails. During our walk along designated routes, we will photograph traditional Swiss chalets, natural formations, and stunning landscapes. Returning to Interlaken by train, we will complete the tour and then head towards Geneva for a city tour. Geneva, known as the “French side of Switzerland,” is located on Lake Geneva and is a city where history, culture, science, and nature intersect. The presence of international organizations such as CERN, WHO, UEFA, FIFA, and the United Nations makes it a hub of culture and administration. During our tour, highlights include St. Pierre Cathedral, the iconic Jet d’Eau fountain that rises 140 meters, and the Reformation Monument. Afterward, we check into our hotel in the Geneva area for rest and free time.
GENEVA – (Tour to Annecy) – NICE
After breakfast and check-out, we depart for Nice. En route, guests can join an optional tour to Annecy (50 Euro), known as “Venice of the Alps” due to its canals and Thiou River, offering an extraordinary setting between mountains and lakes. During the visit to Annecy, we will see the Château d’Annecy built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, Saint-Maurice Church, and Palais de l’Isle, a favorite spot for photographers. Then, we will proceed to Nice. After arriving at our hotel in the Nice region, check-in and free time to rest.
NICE – (Tour to Cannes & Nice) – (Tour to Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo)
After breakfast, a full day of free time is provided. Guests wishing can join an optional tour to Cannes & Nice (70 Euro), first to Cannes, famous for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival and boasting a bright sea and golden beaches. During the city tour, we will visit the old town's narrow, winding, and car-free streets, with shopping opportunities. The tour continues along La Croisette promenade, lined with luxury restaurants, shops, and hotels, as well as Meynadier Street. Following free time, we head to Nice, where highlights include Promenade des Anglais, the Nice Port, Place Massena, Flower Market, and the Palace of Justice. Guests can also join an optional tour to Eze, Monaco, and Monte Carlo (80 Euro). The first stop is Eze Village, a renowned French Riviera village with spectacular views, where visitors can explore perfume factories and sample famous fragrances. Next, we visit Monaco, the world's smallest country after the Vatican, known as a fairy-tale kingdom, and enjoy the panoramic tour of Monte Carlo, famous for its luxury and splendor. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Nice.
NICE – (Boat Tour to Portofino) – Outlet Shopping – MILAN
After breakfast and check-out, we travel to Milan. Guests can opt for an optional boat tour to Portofino (65 Euro), a colorful seaside village famous for its narrow streets, colorful houses, green hills, and turquoise waters—truly a breathtaking sight. After visiting Portofino, we proceed to Milan for a city tour. Milan, one of Europe’s fashion capitals, is also renowned for its cuisine, opera, and churches. Key sights include La Scala Opera House, Piazza del Duomo with its cathedral, and Porta Romana. After the city tour, we visit an outlet shopping center to enjoy a variety of designer brands, cafes, and shopping experience. Finally, we head to our hotel in the Milan area for check-in and relaxation.
MILAN – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – ST. MORITZ – ALSACE / BASEL
After breakfast and check-out, we head to Tirano for the breathtaking Bernina Railway journey, built between 1898 and 1904 and now a UNESCO World Heritage site. During this enchanting train journey, we will enjoy spectacular scenery and capture memorable photographs. After about two hours, we arrive in St. Moritz, a UNESCO World Heritage destination and a favorite among the elite. Following a short free time or brief tour along the Bernina Railway route, we depart for our hotel in Alsace/Basel.
ALSACE – (Tour to Freiburg) – STUTTGART – DİYARBAKIR
After breakfast and check-out, we depart for Stuttgart Airport. On the way, guests can join an optional tour of Freiburg (40 Euro), a city known for its low-carbon transportation system, primarily using trams and bicycles. Freiburg, called the “City of Happy People,” features the Freiburg Cathedral, charming streets with small water channels unique to Freiburg, the medieval Martin’s Gate, and Rathausplatz. After the tour, we head to Stuttgart Airport, where we complete baggage check-in and passport control before departing with SunExpress flight XQ1591 at 21:55. We arrive in Diyarbakır at 02:45 local time, marking the end of our tour.
What's Included
- SunExpress Airlines' direct and scheduled flights on the Diyarbakır HL (DIY) – Stuttgart HL (STR) – Diyarbakır HL (DIY) route, round-trip tickets,
- Airport taxes and service fees,
- 6 nights hotel accommodation with breakfast in 3 and 4-star out-of-town hotels,
- Airport – hotel – airport transfers and intercity transfers,
- Panoramic city tours and/or surrounding excursions in Strasbourg, Bern, Geneva, Milan, and St. Moritz,
- BERNINA EXPRESS & RED TRAIN train journey between Tirano & St. Moritz,
- Milan Outlet Tour
- Turkish-speaking guided services
- TURSAB Professional Liability Insurance
Not Included
- Visa fee and service charge
- Exit tax fee for abroad
- All hotel extras and personal expenses,
- Lunch and dinner,
- Extra tours and free time activities mentioned/not mentioned in the program,
- (Mandatory) Hotel city accommodation and city entry taxes (Per adult/child person 50 Euros***)
***The first day of the tour, is paid in cash to the local agency tour leader by the guest.