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“From Adana to a European Fairytale Tour with Bernina Express, departure by SunExpress scheduled flight / return by Turkish Airlines special flight, 8 nights — morning departure to Stuttgart, evening return from Milan.”
Tour Detail
ADANA – STUTTGART – STRASBOURG – (Colmar Tour) – ALSACE / BASEL
After baggage drop, check-in, and passport control procedures to be completed 3 hours before departure at Çukurova Airport International Terminal, we fly to Stuttgart at 03:55 with SunExpress Airlines’ direct scheduled flight XQ1702. Upon arrival at Stuttgart Airport at 06:45 local time, we depart for Strasbourg with our private bus waiting at the airport. Located on the border of Germany, Switzerland, and France, and also the largest city in the Alsace region, Strasbourg will welcome us with a picture-perfect beauty, as if straight out of a fairy tale. During our panoramic city tour on foot through the car-free center and streets of Strasbourg, which was added to the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List in 1988 and has hosted the European Parliament since 1992, we will see Gutenberg Square and Statue, Notre Dame Cathedral, the city’s most important landmark located in the very heart of the city, and Kammerzell House, the oldest house in the city, which still serves today as a hotel and restaurant. After the Strasbourg tour, we head to our hotel in the Alsace region. On the way, guests who wish may join the optional Colmar Tour (50 Euro). In this tour, we will visit the fairy-tale town of Colmar and see the Old Customs House, Pfister House, and the colorful houses around the Rhine River, as well as the city’s most famous district, Petite Venise (Little Venice). In this unique setting surrounded by the Rhine River and canals, you will have the opportunity to enjoy many delicious foods and buy many souvenirs to suit your taste. After the Colmar Tour, we continue our journey to our hotel in the Alsace region. Upon arrival at the hotel, room assignment and free time for rest.
ALSACE / BASEL – BERN – (By Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour) – GENEVA
After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, we depart for Bern. Bern is one of the few cities in Europe that has remained unchanged since the Middle Ages. Due to this historical texture, it is included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List. Located in Switzerland and with German as its official language, Bern also reflects German cultural influence in its architecture. After our tour in Bern, which is built around the Aare River, guests will have free time, during which those who wish may join the optional By Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour (80 Euro). Our first stop on this tour will be Interlaken. Named “inter-lakes” because it is situated between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun, Interlaken is famous for its natural beauty and the enchanting views belonging to it. Important hotels, casinos, and shopping streets of the region are located along the walking route of our tour. Victoria Jungfrau Hotel and Höhematte Park, two of the city’s historical symbols, are among the places we will see panoramically. After the free time for photos and sightseeing, we proceed to the train station to continue to Lauterbrunnen, our next stop. After about a 20-minute train ride from Interlaken, we arrive in Lauterbrunnen. We will immediately feel the deep structure of the valley and the steep rock walls as we leave the station. While walking toward the village center, we will panoramically see the enchanting structure of Staubbach Falls descending toward the valley floor and have the chance to photograph it. Lauterbrunnen is known for its small settlements and walking paths lined along the valley that hosts 72 waterfalls. During our walk along the designated route in the village, we will take plenty of photos of the traditional chalet architecture of the region, the natural formations surrounding the valley floor, and the wonderful, heavenly landscapes. We return to Interlaken and complete our tour. After the tour, we head to Geneva and, upon arrival, conduct our city tour. Known as “the French city of Switzerland,” Geneva is a magnificent city where history, culture, science, and nature come together, located on the shores of Lake Geneva. The presence of the headquarters of international organizations (CERN, the World Health Organization, UEFA, FIFA, the United Nations) in Geneva gives the city a central cultural and administrative role. During our tour of Geneva, where museums, parks, historical monuments and streets, and clean air come together, the main places to be seen include St. Pierre Cathedral, the Jet d’Eau fountain, which has become a symbol of Geneva and rises up to 140 meters, and the Reformation Wall. After the city tour, we arrive at our hotel in the Geneva region. Upon arrival at the hotel, room assignment and free time for rest.
GENEVA – (Lausanne & Montreux and Fairytale Castles & Gruyères Tour)
After breakfast, we offer a full day at leisure. During this free time, guests who wish may join the optional Lausanne & Montreux and Fairytale Castles & Gruyères Tour (90 Euro). Our first stop is Lausanne, which holds a very important place in our national history because it hosted the signing of the Lausanne Treaty on July 24, 1923, and is also one of the important episcopal centers of the Middle Ages. In Lausanne, with its medieval castles, D’Ouchy Castle, palaces, cathedrals, and museum buildings, and with its location on the shores of Lake Geneva, our sightseeing tour will take us deep into history. After our tour of Lausanne, we move on to Montreux. Montreux, which is also very well known in our national history, is important for the music world as well because it has a statue of Freddy Mercury in addition to castles such as Chillon and Blonay, historical buildings, and natural beauties. After our sightseeing tour in Montreux, we head to Gruyères. Selected as Switzerland’s most beautiful village in 2014, Gruyères is the homeland of the world-famous Gruyère cheese and is a fairy-tale village that has preserved its medieval character without distortion to this day, giving its name to the region and to the world-famous cheese of the region, with flower-decorated houses and streets. Located on a hill at an altitude of 800 meters in the upper valley of the Saane River, this car-free village is known not only for its cheese but also for Switzerland’s famous dish, fondue. After the sightseeing tour we will offer in Gruyères, we complete the tour and return to our hotel in the Geneva region.
GENEVA – (Annecy Tour) – MARSEILLE
After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, we depart for Marseille. On the way, guests who wish may join the optional Annecy Tour (50 Euro). Known as the “Venice of the Alps” thanks to the canals passing through it and the Thiou River, Annecy captivates visitors with its canal-based structure and its extraordinary location between mountains and a lake. During our tour, Château d’Annecy, built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, St. Maurice Church, and Palais de l’Isle, a favorite spot for photography lovers, will be seen panoramically. After a short free time on the shore of Lake Annecy, the third largest lake in France, we complete our tour and continue our journey to Marseille. Upon arrival at our hotel, room assignment and free time for rest.
MARSEILLE – (Lavender Village Rémy de Provence and Aix en Provence Tour) – NICE
After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, we conduct our panoramic city tour of Marseille. During our city tour, we will have the opportunity to see closely the Virgin Mary (Bonne-Mère), the Old Port (Vieux-Port), and Château d’If. During the free time to be given in the port area, guests who wish may join our optional Lavender Village Rémy de Provence and Aix en Provence Tour (75 Euro). Our first stop on the tour will be the Lavender Village Rémy de Provence. Rémy-de-Provence is a small town that stands out for preserving the traditional fabric of the Provence region, with its stone streets and peaceful atmosphere. During our panoramic city tour, the narrow streets in the town center, old stone houses, and the square area will be among the main places to be seen. In addition, the area around Saint-Martin Church and the local market route will be on our panoramic city tour route as parts reflecting the traditional Provence architecture of the town. If the tour coincides with the lavender season, lavender fields spreading over large areas in purple tones can also be seen in the rural areas around the town. These areas, reflecting the color and scent atmosphere unique to the Provence region, enrich the tour experience in terms of scenery. After our visit to Rémy-de-Provence, where we will observe the warm colors, stone architecture, and Provence nature of the region, we arrive at Aix en Provence, our next stop. Upon arrival in Aix-en-Provence, we begin to see the elegant architecture and orderly urban fabric of the Provence region. Throughout our tour, we proceed along the famous Cours Mirabeau, which divides the city center into two. On this tree-lined boulevard, we will see historical fountains and traditional Provençal architectural examples. Then we move to Vieille Ville, the historical center of the city. In this area, we walk among narrow streets, old stone buildings, and small squares. Saint-Sauveur Cathedral, with its architecture combining Gothic and Romanesque elements, will be among the important structures seen panoramically from the outside. Next, to learn about Aix’s famous artistic heritage, we proceed to the area where Paul Cézanne’s studio is located. We listen to panoramic information about the painter’s life. Rotonde Square, where we can feel the natural rhythm of the city center and the Provence atmosphere, will be another panoramic point of our tour. At the end of the tour, we depart for Nice. Upon arrival at our hotel in the Nice region, room assignment and free time for rest.
NICE – (Cannes & Nice Tour) – (Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour)
After breakfast, we offer a full day at leisure. During this free time, guests who wish may join the optional Cannes & Nice Tour (70 Euro). On this tour, we first depart for Cannes. Famous for hosting the annual Cannes Film Festival, Cannes, with its sparkling sea and golden sandy beaches, will be explored on a city tour during which we first see the old town, the city’s first settlement. During our walk through the narrow, winding, and car-free streets of the old town, we will have the chance to see souvenir shops and shop. After our tour of Cannes along La Croisette Boulevard, which stretches along the coast and is home to many luxury restaurants, shops, and hotels, and Meynadier Street, we have free time before arriving in Nice. In our Nice tour, places to be seen include Promenade des Anglais, Nice Port, Place Masséna, Flower Market, and the Courthouse. After the Nice tour, during the free time given, guests who wish may join the optional Eze & Monaco & Monte Carlo Tour (80 Euro). On this tour, our first stop is Eze Village, one of the most famous villages of the Côte d’Azur with its magnificent view, where we visit a perfume factory where you can test and purchase many beautiful and famous perfumes at affordable prices. After our tour, our second stop is Monaco, the country on the French Riviera that is the world’s smallest sovereign state after the Vatican, and upon arrival we will conduct our 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 – (Portofino Tour by Boat) – OUTLET – MILAN
After breakfast and check-out from the hotel, we set off for Milan. On the way, guests who wish may join the optional Portofino Tour by Boat (65 Euro). Portofino, surrounded by colorful houses and inspiring songs with its beauty, captivates visitors with its narrow streets, colorful houses, green hills, and turquoise Mediterranean scenery. After our visit to Portofino, we continue our journey to Milan. Along the way, we will visit an outlet center. At the outlet center, which hosts stylish stores of many prestigious and famous brands, cafes and restaurants, and personal activity areas, we will provide free time for quality and affordable shopping. After this pleasant free time, we arrive at our hotel in the Milan region. Upon arrival at the hotel, room assignment and free time for rest.
MILAN – ST. MORITZ – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – MILAN
After breakfast, we depart for St. Moritz for an unforgettable and dreamlike train journey on the Bernina railway line. Arriving in St. Moritz, Switzerland’s natural wonder and a favorite destination of high society, we enjoy free time and a short sightseeing tour depending on the train departure time on the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Bernina railway line before reaching the station for the unforgettable and dreamlike train journey we will make with the Bernina Express / Red Train. During this magical journey on this world-famous line, built between 1898 and 1904 and now listed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, beloved by many travelers, we will witness extraordinary landscapes and have the chance to photograph them. After approximately 2 hours of enjoyable train travel, we arrive at Tirano Station and return to our hotel in the Milan region with the vehicle waiting for us.
MILAN – ADANA
Upon arrival at the airport, after completing baggage drop, check-in, and passport control procedures, we fly to Adana at 02:05 on Turkish Airlines’ direct special flight TK3453. Arrival at Çukurova Airport at 04:55 local time and end of the tour.
What's Included
SunExpress Airlines direct and scheduled flights on the Çukurova Airport (COV) – Stuttgart Airport (STR) route for the outbound flight,
Turkish Airlines direct and special flights on the Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP) – Çukurova Airport (COV) route for the return flight,
Airport taxes and service fees,
In-flight refreshments,
Accommodation with breakfast for a total of 8 nights in 3- and 4-star suburban hotels,
Airport / Hotel / Airport transfers and intercity transfer,
Panoramic city tours and/or surrounding excursions in Strasbourg, Bern, and Geneva,
Train journey with the BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN,
Milan Outlet Tour
Turkish-speaking guiding services
TURSAB Professional Liability Insurance
Not Included
Visa fee and service charge
Exit tax fee
All hotel extras and personal expenses,
Domestic connection flight ticket,
Lunch and dinner,
Optional extra tours and excursions specified or not specified in the program,
(Mandatory) Hotel city accommodation and city entrance taxes (75 Euro)
(Optional) Driver tips (5 Euro)