Dream Triangle Germany, France and Switzerland Tour

Meeting Strasbourg

We meet at the Türk Hava Yolları counter in the international departures terminal at Istanbul Airport 3 hours before departure. After completing baggage, ticket and passport procedures, we depart for Stuttgart at 07.50 on Türk Hava Yolları flight TK 1701. We arrive in Stuttgart at 09.50 local time and set off for Strasbourg in the vehicle waiting for us at the airport.

Located in France's Alsace region, Strasbourg is known for its medieval neighbourhoods, which are among Europe's largest with cobbled streets. During our visit, we see the city's natural surroundings, historic buildings, wooden houses, medieval churches, cathedrals and works of art. Strasbourg, where the French national anthem La Marseillaise was written, brings together Alsace culture and French architecture. On our city tour, we see Strasbourg Cathedral, Rohan Palace, Kleber Square and the Petit France district, home to traditional Alsace houses.

After the city tour, guests who wish may join the optional Fairytale Villages of Alsace (Eguisheim & Colmar & Kaysersberg & Riquewihr) tour at an extra charge. (110 Euro) The first stop on this tour, with opportunities to take photographs, is Egusheim. Named Favourite French Village in 2013, Egusheim is known for its historic buildings and natural surroundings. Colourful houses reflecting the typical architecture of the Alsace region shape the appearance of Equesheim.

We then continue to Colmar, known for its historic medieval buildings, Gothic churches and colourful houses. As we explore its well-preserved streets, we see St.Martin Cathedral, built entirely from pink stone; Little Venice, whose small canals recall Venice in Italy; Maison Pfister, one of Colmar's oldest houses; and Maison des Tetes, a Renaissance building decorated with faces.

Our third stop is Kaysersberg. Located in France's Alsace region, Kayserberg is known for its medieval character, colourful houses and narrow streets. The 13th-century Château de Kaysersberg is one of the town's main landmarks. Sainte-Croix Church in the centre stands out for its Gothic architecture.

Our final stop is Riquewihr, home to many half-timbered houses in Alsace. This historic village features old houses decorated with flowers, narrow streets and a medieval setting enclosed by walls. During our visit, we see the ruins of Riquewihr Castle and walk along the village's old walls.

After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Strasbourg. We stay overnight at our hotel in Strasbourg or the surrounding area.

A Day in Germany

After breakfast at the hotel, there will be free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Two Cities of Germany (Baden Baden & Heidelberg) tour at an extra cost. (110 Euro) The first stop will be Baden Baden, known for its natural surroundings, cultural and artistic attractions, thermal baths and one of Europe's best-known casinos. After exploring Baden Baden, which has inspired many famous writers and composers, we will depart for Heidelberg, another city in Germany. Traces of the Middle Ages can be seen in Heidelberg's streets, squares and buildings. This quiet city is known for its architecture and the harmonious colours of its buildings. Sights on the city tour include Hauptstrasse, Marktplatz Square, the Old Bridge and Heidelberg Castle. After the tour, there will be a transfer to the hotel. Overnight accommodation will be at our hotel in Strasbourg or the surrounding area.

Rhine Falls and Switzerland

After breakfast at the hotel, you have free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Schaffhausen Rhine Falls and Swiss Cities (Rhine Falls & Zurich & Lucerne) tour at an extra charge. (130 Euro) Our first stop is the Rhine Falls, Europe's largest waterfall, measuring 150 metres wide and 23 metres high. We take a walk and enjoy views of the waterfall in this area surrounded by branches of the Rhine River. We then continue to Zurich, our 2nd stop. Switzerland's largest city, Zurich welcomes millions of visitors every year with its historic centre, Gothic churches and historic buildings. After seeing Grossmünster and Fraumünster Churches and St. Peterskirche Church, which has Europe's largest clock tower, we explore Bahnhofstrasse, considered the city's shopping centre. After our visit to Zurich, we travel to the historic city of Lucerne, in central Switzerland at the foot of the Alps. Here we see the Lion Monument, built in memory of the 800 Swiss soldiers who lost their lives protecting King Louis 16 and his family, the Chapel Bridge and views of Lake Lucerne. At the end of our tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Strasbourg or the surrounding area.

Stuttgart and the Flight Home

After breakfast, we will check out and depart for Stuttgart. Located among green hills in southwestern Germany, Stuttgart is known for its industry, parks, vineyards and cultural life. The city tour will include views of Schlossplatz (Palace Square), Stuttgart's largest square, Neues Schloss (New Castle), Altes Schloss (Old Castle) and Johanneskirche (St. John's Church). After the tour, we will travel to the airport at the time specified by the guide. Once baggage, ticket and passport formalities are complete, we will depart for Istanbul at 18.35 on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1706. The tour will end upon arrival at 22.35 local time.