ISTANBUL – BRUSSELS – (Bruges Tour) – PARIS We meet at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport’s international terminal 3 hours before our flight to complete luggage check-in, check-in, and passport control. We take Pegasus Airlines’ scheduled flight PC921 at 09:50 to Brussels. After arriving at Brussels Charleroi Airport at 12:20 local time, we take a vehicle waiting for us at the airport to travel to Paris. Guests who wish can join the optional Bruges Tour (50 Euro) program during the journey. Known as the “Venice of Belgium” for its houses on water and streets with canals, Bruges is considered a dream city. The city survived World War II without damage, preserving its historical structure and medieval architecture. The colorful roofs of single-story houses, churches, statues, and cobblestone medieval streets in the city square will draw us into a fairytale. After our city tour in Bruges, we continue our journey to Paris. After arriving at our hotel in the Paris region, we check into our rooms and have some free time to rest. PARIS – (Paris Phenomenon Tour and Seine River Boat Tour) – (Paris Icons Tour) After breakfast, we offer a full day of free time. Guests who wish can join our optional Paris Phenomenon and Seine River Boat Tour (85 Euro). Our Paris Phenomenon tour starts with the Eiffel Tower, which is Paris’s and even France’s symbol. Built by Gustave Eiffel for the 1889 Paris World Fair, this steel and iron tower was preserved after it attracted great interest from tourists. We offer free time for photography and sightseeing around the Eiffel Tower. During this free time, guests can climb to the 2nd floor of the tower, which consists of 3 sections accessible by elevator, to enjoy the unique view of Paris and take beautiful photos (The Eiffel Tower elevator ticket price is 23€, not included in the tour price). After our Eiffel tour, we organize a Seine River (Seine) boat tour (included in the optional tour price). The Seine River, known for being one of the most famous rivers in the world, divides the city. During our cruise on the long boats moving slowly on the river, we will see many famous buildings in Paris and 37 bridges from a unique perspective. After our Seine River tour, we will visit also the Invalides Square, where we will see the Lady Diana Memorial, the 17th-century royal entertainment center Palais Royal, and the Comedie Francaise Square, home to many historical buildings, in a panoramic style. Then, we will visit the perfume museum, which exhibits valuable perfumes with scents unique to France, presented in aesthetically pleasing original bottles, showcasing the development of the perfume industry in the city. Finally, we will arrive at BENLUX Store for shopping and sightseeing for souvenirs, cosmetics, bags, watches, and accessories. Guests who wish can visit the Louvre Museum, which was built as a defense castle in the Middle Ages but has been used as a museum since the French Revolution, enjoying a photo break (The Louvre Museum entrance fee is 33€, not included in the optional tour price). After this, we will have free time in the city center. In the evening, guests can join our optional Paris Icons Tour (65 Euro). During this tour, our first stop will be Montmartre Hill, known for its bohemian atmosphere, street artists, and many famous painters. We will visit the Sacré-Coeur Basilica (Church of the Sacred Heart) located at the top of this 130-meter-high hill (Funicular transportation fee is included in the optional tour price) and have free time for sightseeing and to have your portrait drawn in the artists' square. After the tour, we will transfer back to the hotel. PARIS – (Annecy Tour) – GENEVA After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we depart for Geneva. Guests who wish can join our optional Annecy Tour (50 Euro) program during the journey. Known as the “Venice of the Alps” for its channels and Thiou River, Annecy dazzles visitors with its extraordinary location between mountains and lakes. During our tour, we will enjoy panoramic views of Chateau d’Annecy, built in the 17th century and restored in 1947, St. Maurice Church, and Palais de l’Isle, a popular photo spot. After a brief free time by the shores of Lake Annecy, we complete our tour and continue our journey to Geneva. After arriving at our hotel in the Geneva region, we check into our rooms and have some free time to rest. GENEVA – (By Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour) – BERN – ALSACE After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we start our city tour. Known as “the French of Switzerland,” Geneva is a magnificent city located on the shores of Geneva Lake, merging history, culture, science, and nature. The presence of international organizations (CERN, World Health Organization, UEFA, FIFA, United Nations) headquarters in Geneva adds to the city's central cultural and administrative significance. During our tour, we’ll see St. Pierre Cathedral, the iconic Jet d’Eau fountain that rises to 140 meters, and the Reformation Monument. After our city tour, we depart for Bern. Upon arriving in Bern, guests who wish can join the optional Train to Swiss Alpine Villages: Interlaken & Lauterbrunnen Tour (75 Euro) program. Our first visit will be to Interlaken, located between Lake Brienz and Lake Thun, named “inter-lakes,” famous for its natural beauty and stunning views. Our walking tour will include the region's major hotels, casinos, and shopping streets, where we will see the historic Victoria Jungfrau Hotel and Höhematte Park. After a photo opportunity and free time, we will head to Lauterbrunnen by moving to the train station. After about a 20-minute train ride from Interlaken, we arrive in Lauterbrunnen. We will feel the valley's deep structure and steep rock walls right when we exit the station. Walking to the town center will allow us to see the stunning Staubbach Falls cascading to the valley floor. Lauterbrunnen is known for its small settlements and walking trails alongside 72 waterfalls. During our guided walk, we will capture the valley's traditional chalet architecture, the natural formations surrounding the valley floor, and the heavenly natural scenery through our photos. We return to Interlaken to complete our tour. After finishing the tour, we go back to Bern to conduct our city tour. Bern is one of the few cities in Europe that has not changed since the Middle Ages. Because of its historical fabric, it is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Located within Switzerland’s borders and officially speaking German, Bern reflects the influence of German culture in its architecture. After our tour of Bern, we head to our hotel in the Alsace region. Upon our arrival, we check into our rooms and have some free time to rest. ALSACE – (Colmar Tour) – STRASBOURG – LUXEMBOURG After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we proceed to Strasbourg. Guests who wish can join our optional Colmar Tour (50 Euro) program during the journey. On this tour, we will visit the fairytale town of Colmar, seeing the Old Customs House, the Pfister House, and the city’s most famous area, Petite Venise (Little Venice), surrounded by the Rhine River and canals with colorful houses. You will also have plenty of delicious snacks and souvenir shopping options. After our Colmar tour, we continue our journey to Strasbourg. Located at the confluence of Germany, Switzerland, and France, Strasbourg, the largest city in the Alsace region, will welcome us with a fairytale-like beauty. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1988 and hosting the European Parliament since 1992, we will conduct a panoramic sightseeing tour in the vehicle around the car-free center. We will see Gutenberg Square and its Statue, the most important building in the city, Notre Dame Cathedral, and Kammerzell House, which is the oldest house in the city and continues to operate as a hotel and restaurant. After our Strasbourg tour, we will have free time before heading to Luxembourg. Luxembourg, according to IMF and World Bank data, is the leader in income per capita globally. Luxembourg city, which bears the country’s name, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has been the only city to be named European Capital of Culture twice, in 1995 and 2007. After our city tour in Luxembourg, we will transfer to our hotel in the Luxembourg region. Upon our arrival, we check into our rooms and have free time to rest. LUXEMBOURG – COLOGNE – OUTLET – AMSTERDAM After breakfast and checking out, we head to Cologne. Located along the banks of the Rhine River, Cologne has remained an important trading center since the Middle Ages and is known for its chocolates, Roman artifacts, and historical structures, including medieval churches and city walls. During our city tour, we will see Cologne Cathedral, the Hohenzollern Bridge, and the Kaiser Wilhelm II Monument. After our Cologne tour, we will have free time, then continue our journey to Amsterdam. We will stop at an outlet center during our journey. The outlet center, home to stylish shops of prestigious brands and cafes, provides an opportunity for quality shopping. After enjoying free time for shopping, we move on to Amsterdam. After arriving in Amsterdam, we will conduct a city tour including Dam Square, Royal Palace, and Central Station, the key points of interest. After this, we will have free time before transferring to our hotel in the Amsterdam region. Upon arrival, we will check into our rooms and have some free time to rest. AMSTERDAM – (Geithoorn Hobbit Village Tour) – ZAANDAM – (Fairy Tale Villages & Windmills Tour) – BRUSSELS After breakfast and checking out, we head to Zaandam. Guests who wish can join our optional Geithoorn Hobbit Village Tour (65 Euro). On this tour, we visit Geithoorn, dubbed the “Fairy Tale Land,” known for its peaceful atmosphere and canals. With its serene nature, bridges, and unique architectural charming houses, Geithoorn is ranked among the most peaceful places in the world list. After the guided tour in the Village, we will have free time during which guests may choose the optional extra fee (10 Euro for boat tour) to see the Hobbit-like houses from a different angle by exploring the channels on wooden boats. After the tour in Geithoorn, we continue our journey to Zaandam. Located along the Zaan River in the north of the country, Zaandam combines modern shopping opportunities with the historic traditional green Zaan houses, making it a favorite of Instagram influencers. During our sightseeing and free time in Zaandam, guests can join the optional Fairy Tale Villages & Windmills Tour (75 Euro). Our first visit will be to Volendam. After a walk along the beautifully maintained and picturesque streets lined with restaurants and cafes in Volendam, we then proceed to Zaanse Schans. This historical village features windmills, museums, nature, and culture, making it one of the most popular tourist attractions in Holland. We will see shops selling souvenirs like wooden shoes and the functioning windmills used in paint and oil production. After our visit to Zaanse Schans (entrance fees included in the optional tour price; Zaanse Schans Museum entrance fee is 15€ not included), we leave for Brussels. Known as both the capital of Belgium and the European Union and NATO, Brussels is recognized for housing many institutions. Having preserved many historical works it has hosted throughout history, we will conduct our city tour in Brussels. Finally, we will transfer to our hotel in the Brussels region. Upon arrival, we will check into our rooms and have free time to rest. BRUSSELS – ISTANBUL After breakfast and checking out, we head to Brussels Charleroi Airport for our return flight to Istanbul. After arriving at the airport, we complete our luggage check-in, check-in, and passport control procedures and then take Pegasus Airlines’s scheduled flight PC924 at 17:30 to Istanbul. We arrive at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport at 21:45 (TSI) and conclude our tour.
Round-trip flight tickets on Pegasus Airlines with scheduled flights from Sabiha Gökçen HL (SAW) to Brussels Charleroi HL (CRL) and back to Sabiha Gökçen HL (SAW),
Airport taxes and service charges,
Accommodation for a total of 7 nights with breakfast in hotels in the specified category,
Airport-hotel-airport transfers and intercity transfers,
Panoramic city tours and/or surrounding area tours in Geneva, Bern, Luxembourg, Strasbourg, Amsterdam, Cologne, Zaandam, and Brussels,
Outlet Tour,
Turkish-speaking guiding services.
TURSAB Professional Liability Insurance.
Visa fee and service charge
International departure tax
All hotel extras and personal expenses
Lunch and dinner
Optional extra tours and excursions mentioned/not mentioned in the program
(Mandatory) Hotel city accommodation and city entry taxes (60 Euro)