8 Cities in 3 Nights in the Majestic Alps - with Turkish Airlines, November 12

Meeting at Istanbul Airport outbound terminal in front of the Turkish Airlines counter 3 hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, departure for Zurich with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1907 at 08:40. Following our arrival at 09:45 local time, our Zurich city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the area. It welcomes millions of visitors every year with its historic center, eye-catching Gothic-style churches, and historic buildings. After seeing the Grossmünster and Fraumünster Churches, and St. Peterskirche Church, which is Europe's largest clock tower, we tour Bahnhofstrasse, considered the shopping center of the city. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Afterwards, guests who wish can join the optionally organized Majestic Rhine Falls & Lucerne tour. (80 Euros) Our first stop on the tour, the natural wonder Rhine Falls, holds the title of Europe's largest waterfall with a width of 150 meters and a height of 23 meters. Embraced by the powerful arms of the Rhine River, this place is a heaven where you will find peace while watching the dance of turquoise waters. After a fascinating walk with the power of the water and impressive scenery, we go to Lucerne, a historic city located in central Switzerland, at the foot of the Alps. In this charming city, after seeing the Lion Monument built in memory of 800 Swiss guards who were martyred while protecting King Louis XVI and his family, the Chapel Bridge, and the magnificent view of Lake Lucerne, we finish our tour and transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay in Zurich or its surroundings. 
 

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Basel. Our city tour begins upon our arrival. Basel, Switzerland's third most populous city after Zurich and Geneva, is a magnificent city that incorporates both modern and historical textures, possessing many treasures despite its small surface area. During our city tour in this city, places to see include the Basel Cathedral, where the tomb of the famous Renaissance writer Dutch Erasmus is located, the main city square Marktplatz, the City Hall, and Hotel Les Trois Rois. After our tour, guests who wish can join the optionally organized Fairytale Villages of the Majestic Alsace (Riquewihr, Kaysersberg, Colmar & Eguisheim) tour. (100 Euros) Our first stop on the tour is Riquewihr, one of Alsace's most charming towns, featuring numerous half-timbered houses that give the town its charm. This historic village fascinates visitors with its old houses decorated with colorful flowers, narrow streets, and medieval texture surrounded by ramparts. During our tour, we will also see the remains of Riquewihr Castle and feel the medieval atmosphere by walking along the old ramparts of the village. Afterwards, we move on to Kaysersberg. Kaysersberg is a charming part of the Alsace region as a medieval town of France. It is famous for its colorful houses, narrow streets, and historical texture. Especially the 13th-century Château de Kaysersberg Castle is one of the most prominent symbols of the town. Sainte-Croix Church, located in the center of the city, draws attention with its Gothic architecture. After our tour, we depart for Colmar, famous for its medieval historical buildings, Gothic-style churches, and colorful houses. While strolling through Colmar's exceptionally well-preserved streets, places to see include St. Martin's Cathedral built entirely of pink stones, Little Venice resembling Italy's Venice with its small canals, Maison Pfister which is one of Colmar's oldest houses, and Maison des Tetes, a Renaissance building decorated with faces. Our next stop on the tour will be Eguisheim, a place where we will want to take photos at every opportunity from start to finish. Eguisheim, which was awarded the title of "Favorite French Village" in 2013, is a village where history and nature dance. The colorful houses reflecting the typical architecture of the Alsace region create Eguisheim's postcard appearance. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel in Mulhouse or its surroundings. Overnight stay in Mulhouse or its surroundings.

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Bern. Bern, the capital of Switzerland, offers its visitors a fascinating atmosphere with its historical city center on the UNESCO World Heritage List, streets preserving its medieval texture, stone buildings, arched passages, and fountains. On our tour, places to be seen panoramically include the Clock Tower, the old city called Europe's largest indoor shopping area, Einstein's House, the History Museum, the Parliament building and its square. After our tour, departure for Geneva. Geneva, one of Switzerland's most cosmopolitan cities, is located in the west of the country, on the shores of Lake Geneva, and is quite close to the French border. Having great importance in terms of international diplomacy, the city hosts the European Office of the United Nations, the Red Cross, and the headquarters of many international organizations. During our city tour here, Lake Leman, Mont Blanc Bridge, the Grand Cathedral, the United Nations and Red Cross buildings, Notre Dame, and the old town are among the places to see. After our tour, guests who wish can join the optionally organized Majestic Lausanne – Ouchy – Montreux and Chillon Castle Tour. (80 Euros) Our first stop on the tour is Lausanne, which is positioned on the shores of Lake Geneva and holds historical importance for our country. Lausanne Cathedral, the Old Town (Vielle Ville) which is the historical center of the city, and Flon, which is a modern shopping and entertainment area, are among the places we will see.  Then we move to Ouchy. Ouchy, which was once a fishing village, has been incorporated into the city of Lausanne due to its function as a port on Lake Geneva since the mid-19th century.  In this peaceful and beautiful region famous for its lake view, the fascinating Ouchy Castle (Château d'Ouchy) with its exterior appearance and Ouchy Port are among the places to be seen.  Our last stop on the tour will be Montreux, another peaceful spot on the shores of Lake Geneva. In this town, famous for its relaxing and peaceful atmosphere, mountain views, and lakeside walking paths, Chillon Castle (from the outside), the Statue of Freddy Mercury, the lead singer of the rock band Queen, and Montreux Port will be among the places we will see. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay in Geneva or its surroundings.

After morning breakfast and checking out of the rooms, transfer to the airport at the time specified by our guide. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, departure for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK1920 at 18:25. Arrival at 23:45 local time and end of our tour.