Christmas Season
Grand Benelux&Paris&Alsace and Switzerland Tour
In the land of Western European Kingdoms, from the Alps to the English Channel in 1 week
With Pegasus HY
No Extra Tours - All Tours Included !!!
6 Nights 7 Days
Luzern – Basel – Colmar – Strasbourg – Alsace – Metz – Schengen – Luxembourg- Paris – Bruges
Brussels – Amsterdam – Volendam
Tour Departure Dates
December 7
Tour Program
Day 1 Istanbul – Basel – Luzern – Basel
Gathering in front of the International Departures Terminal at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport …. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Basel on Pegasus Airlines flight PC939 at 10:50. Arrival in Basel at 12:55. After passport, baggage, and customs procedures, we move towards Luzern upon arrival.
Luzern is located in Northern-Central Switzerland and is described as Switzerland's hidden capital; it is also known as the homeland of the national hero Wilhelm Tell. Although not among the first cities that come to mind like Zurich, it is one of Switzerland's most touristy cities. Founded where the Reuss river meets the lake amidst magnificent nature, surrounded by stunning mountains, Luzern is among the most visited cities due to its richness in history, art, and architecture. After our panoramic city tour and free time in Luzern, we transfer to our hotel in Basel or surroundings. Overnight at our hotel.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Basel, Mulhouse or surroundings. Hotel B&B Mulhouse 3*, Hotel Ibis Basel 3* etc.
Route: Basel – Luzern 99 km , Luzern – Basel 99 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 2 Basel – Colmar – Strasbourg – Metz
After breakfast, we move towards Colmar, the tourist capital of the Alsace region. During our visit to Colmar, France's hidden paradise; colorful historic buildings with flowers hanging from their windows and balconies dating back to the 1200s along the Rhine River, the impressive Saint Martin Church, the quite interesting covered market Marche Couvert resembling a corn exchange, and the Petit Venice canal are seen. After free time, we move towards Strasbourg. Following our arrival in Strasbourg, we conduct our city tour. During our Strasbourg visit, we see the Petit France area with colorful Alsace houses around it, Notre Dame, considered the world's 6th highest church and the finest example of Gothic architecture, the historic city center Grand Île, Kammerzell House, one of the city's most famous structures, and the European Parliament before transferring to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Metz or Thionville.
Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Metz or Thionville. Ace Hotel Metz 3*, Hotel Tulip Inn Thionville 3* etc.
Route: Basel-Colmar 64 km, Colmar-Strasbourg 73 km, Strasbourg-Metz 166 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 3 Metz – Luxembourg – Schengen- Paris
After breakfast, we move towards Luxembourg. Upon arrival, we begin our tour in Luxembourg, known as a fairy tale land for tourists and one of Europe's most orderly and well-maintained cities. In our panoramic city tour, we will see the Petrus Valley with its fantastic views where you can take photos, the old city center and narrow streets, and the Dukes' Palace which initially served as a hotel and later became a restored government building, having become a symbol of national independence for Luxembourg. Afterwards, we continue to Schengen. Upon arrival, after the Schengen Agreement was signed in this area, giving rise to the Schengen visa known worldwide, you can taste the very special wines made by the local people and witness the lifestyle of this natural wonder village and its few inhabitants. After our tour and free time, we move towards Metz or Thionville for accommodation. Transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: B&B Hotel Nord 2 Cdg 3*, Hotel Ibis d’Orly 3* etc.
Route: Metz-Schengen 51 km, Schengen-Luxembourg 36 km, Luxembourg-Paris 373 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 4 Paris
After breakfast, we start our panoramic city tour of Paris. We continue with the Champs-Élysées, one of the world's most renowned and luxurious boulevards, hosting shops of luxury fashion brands, cafes, restaurants, cinemas, and tourist stores, the famous Concorde Square, the Arc de Triomphe, and Trocadéro Square with its high columns and wings welcoming souvenir sellers and skaters, now housing many museums. Afterwards, we ascend to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower, the symbol of both Paris and France. Then we embark on a boat tour on the Seine River. You will see some of Paris's most magnificent buildings up close and experience unforgettable moments passing under the bridges of the Seine River. Places to be seen during this boat tour include the American Church, National Assembly, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Musée d'Orsay, Cité Island, Notre Dame Cathedral, Palais de Justice, Conciergerie Prison, Hôtel de Ville, Musée d'Art Moderne, and the Louvre Palace. At the end of the tour, we will take the funicular up to Montmartre Hill, known today as the place where bohemian life continues. After seeing Sacré-Cœur (Church of the Sacred Heart), you will have free time to have your portrait taken at Place du Tertre. Free time after the Montmartre hill tour. Transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: B&B Hotel Nord 2 Cdg 3*, Hotel Ibis d’Orly 3* etc.
Route:Paris
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 5 Paris-Brugge-Brussels
After breakfast, we move towards Brugge, which has preserved its medieval architecture until today because it suffered no damage during World War II, always beautiful and enchanting. After seeing the heart of Brugge, Market Square with colorful houses, various cafes, and the famous clock tower around it, streets filled with countless shops smelling of cocoa and chocolate, and the canals and bridges that give the city a completely different beauty, we move towards Brussels. In our Brussels city tour, we see the Grand Place, the city's most important and lively square surrounded by many historical buildings, restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops. Also, within this square, the Hôtel de Ville built in Gothic style in the 13th century, used for special occasions like royal weddings today, with its 96-meter-high tower; Manneken Pis, Brussels' most famous iconic structure, a bronze statue of a peeing child, 61 cm long from the 17th century; Atomium, another famous landmark of Brussels with an unusual design, depicting the iron crystal enlarged 165 billion times, with a diameter of 18 meters and consisting of 9 sections; the Royal Palace of Belgium located in front of the Brussels Park; and the impressive Saint Jacques sur Coudenberg Church nearby. After seeing these, there is free time and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Ibis Wavre 3*, B&B Hotel Mechelen 3* etc.
Route:Paris-Brugge 324 km, Brugge-Brussels 105 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 6 Brussels – Amsterdam
After breakfast, we move towards Amsterdam. Upon arrival, we start our panoramic city tour. In our panoramic city tour, we will measure the pulse of the city with the Royal Palace of Amsterdam, De Bijenkorf Shopping Center, Nieuwe Kerk, and the National Monument, which holds an important place in Dutch history, at Dam Square, which is lively and popular. We will see canal houses that dazzle with their architecture during the day, and walk through the streets. The Red Light District (Red Light), which takes on a completely different atmosphere at night with its red rooms, is visited by many tourists who come to stroll through the streets. Jordaan, one of Amsterdam's oldest, most famous, and most touristy points; Leidseplein, the square famous for Amsterdam's nightlife; Rembrandtplein Square, named after the famous Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn, always lively and moving with its statues. Finally, we complete our tour with Kalverstraat street, one of Amsterdam's busiest shopping centers featuring world-famous brands over 750 meters. Transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Amsterdam or Surroundings - Ibis Style Almere 4*, Hotel Brukelen 3* etc.
Route:Brussels – Amsterdam 211 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on traffic conditions
Day 7 Amsterdam - Volendam – Istanbul
After breakfast, we move towards Volendam, which has become a symbol of the Netherlands. This city, famous for its historic harbor and seafood, offers magnificent sea views, hospitable locals, and insights into Dutch maritime traditions. During the Volendam tour, you can see typical Dutch village houses and taste famous Dutch cheeses. After our Volendam tour, we transfer to Amsterdam Airport at the time indicated by our guide. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Pegasus Airlines flight PC1260 at 18:50. Arrival in Istanbul at 00:20. We hope to see you on your next journey …
Breakfast; To be taken at our hotel and included in the tour fee.
Lunch: Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Eiffel Tower, Seine River Boat Tour, Montmartre Funicular, Hotel Accommodation Taxes, City Tourist Taxes, and Local Guides per person: 155 EUR
Guests accept in advance that they will pay the amount previously announced in the tour program to the tour leader during the trip for payments related to expenses such as participation in organized tours specified in the tour program without disrupting the program, local guides, museum & monument entrance fees, city taxes, and earphone audio systems if applicable. The guest has been fully and comprehensively informed on this matter.
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