Dream Triangle Switzerland, France and Germany Tour

Basel and 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 08.50 on Türk Hava Yolları flight TK1923. Following our arrival in Basel at 10.00 local time, we begin our Basel city tour in the vehicle waiting for us at the airport.

Basel, Switzerland’s third most populous city after Zurich and Geneva, combines historic buildings with a modern urban landscape despite its small area. Sights on the tour include Basel Cathedral, where the Dutch Renaissance writer Erasmus is buried, the city’s main square, Marktplatz, the Government Building and Hotel Les Trois Roi.

After the Basel tour, we depart for Strasbourg. Located in France’s Alsace region, Strasbourg is home to one of Europe’s largest cobblestoned medieval neighbourhoods. The city has natural spaces, wooden houses, medieval churches, cathedrals and various works of art. Strasbourg, where the French national anthem La Marseillaise was written, brings together Alsace culture and French architecture. Sights on our city tour include Strasbourg Cathedral, Rohan Palace, Kleber Square and the Petit France district, known for its traditional Alsace houses.

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

Fairytale Villages of Alsace

After breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the optional Fairy-Tale Villages of Alsace (Eguisheim & Colmar & Kaysersberg & Riquewihr) tour at an extra cost. (110 Euro) We will have opportunities to take photographs throughout the tour. Our first stop will be Egusheim, which was named France's Favourite Village in 2013. Known for its historic buildings and natural surroundings, the village features the colourful houses of Equesheim, which reflect the typical architecture of the Alsace region.

After this visit, we will head to Colmar, known for its medieval buildings, Gothic churches and colourful houses. During our walk through its well-preserved streets, sights will include St.Martin Cathedral, built entirely of 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 depictions of faces.

The third stop on our tour will be Kaysersberg. Located in the Alsace region of France, Kayserberg is known for its medieval buildings, colourful houses and narrow streets. Château de Kaysersberg, a castle dating from the 13th century, is one of the town's main landmarks. Sainte-Croix Church, in the centre, features Gothic architecture.

We will then continue to our final stop, Riquewihr. This historic village in Alsace has many half-timbered houses. Its old houses decorated with flowers, narrow streets and surrounding walls reflect its medieval character. During our visit, we will see the ruins of Riquewihr Castle and walk along the village's old walls. After the tour, we will be transferred to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Strasbourg or the surrounding area.

Heidelberg and Baden-Baden

After breakfast at the hotel, there will be free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Germany Duo (Heidelberg & Baden Baden & Outlet Center) tour at an extra charge. (110 Euro) The first stop will be Heidelberg. The tour of this city, whose streets, squares and buildings retain traces of the Middle Ages, will include sights such as Hauptstrasse, Marktplatz Square, the Old Bridge and Heidelberg Castle. Next, we will travel to Baden Baden, known for its natural surroundings, cultural and arts attractions, thermal baths and one of Europe's best-known casinos. After exploring Baden Baden, which has inspired many famous writers and composers, there will be free time at the final stop, Outlet Center, which brings together many well-known brands. At the end of the tour, there will be a transfer to the hotel. Overnight at our hotel in or around Strasbourg.

Rhine Falls and Switzerland

After breakfast at the hotel, you will have free time. Guests who wish may join the optional Schaffhausen Rhine Falls and Swiss Cities (Rhine Falls & Zurich & Lucerne) tour at an extra cost. (130 Euro) The first stop will be the Rhine Falls, Europe's largest waterfall, measuring 150 metres wide and 23 metres high. After a walk with views of the Rhine River and the surrounding scenery, we will continue to our 2nd stop, Zurich. Switzerland's largest city, Zurich welcomes millions of visitors each year with its historic centre, Gothic churches and historic buildings. After seeing Grossmünster and Fraumünster Churches and St. Peterskirche Church, described as Europe's largest clock tower, we will explore Bahnhofstrasse, considered the city's shopping centre. We will then travel to the historic city of Lucerne, in central Switzerland at the foot of the Alps. Here we will 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 the tour, we will be transferred to our hotel. Overnight accommodation will be at our hotel in Strasbourg or the surrounding area.

Stuttgart and the Flight Home

After breakfast, we will check out and depart for Stuttgart. Set among green hills in southwestern Germany, Stuttgart is known for its industry, parks, vineyards and cultural life. The city tour will include 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 head to Stuttgart Airport. Once baggage, ticket and passport procedures are complete, we will depart for Istanbul at 18.50 on Türk Hava Yolları flight TK1706. The tour will end upon arrival at 23.15 local time.