Magnificent Dream Triangle: Switzerland – France – Germany, 3 Nights – with Turkish Airlines for the Summer 2026 Season

Meeting at the Turkish Airlines counter in Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal 3 hours before departure. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, we depart for Basel on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1923 at 07:30. Upon arrival in Basel at 09:40 local time, we proceed to Strasbourg, one of France's most beautiful cities and the pearl of the Alsace region, with our vehicle waiting for us in the area. While exploring Strasbourg, you will feel as if you are traveling through history in Europe's largest cobbled medieval quarter. With its fairy-tale-like nature and historical structures, wooden houses, medieval churches, cathedrals, and numerous works of art, it is a place well worth seeing. Additionally, Strasbourg holds historical significance as the birthplace of the French national anthem "La Marseillaise" and presents itself as a city where French architecture blends with Alsatian culture. During our city tour, sights to be visited include Strasbourg Cathedral, Rohan Palace, Kleber Square, and the Petit France district adorned with traditional Alsatian houses. After our tour, guests who wish may optionally join the separately organized "Magnificent Fairy Tale Villages of Alsace (Eguisheim & Colmar & Kaysersberg & Riquewihr)" tour. (100 Euro) We will want to take photos at every opportunity from start to finish; the first place we will visit is Eguisheim. Awarded the title of 'Favorite French Village' in 2013, Eguisheim is a village where history and nature dance together. Its colorful houses reflecting the typical architecture of the Alsace region create Eguisheim's postcard view. After our tour, we head to Colmar, famous for its medieval historical buildings, Gothic-style churches, and colorful houses. While strolling through Colmar's streets that have been very well preserved until today, sights to be visited include St. Martin Cathedral built entirely of pink stone, Petite Venise (Little Venice) with its small canals reminiscent of Italy's Venice, Maison Pfister among Colmar's oldest houses, and Maison des Têtes, a Renaissance building decorated with faces. Our third stop on the tour is Kaysersberg. Kaysersberg is a charming part of the Alsace region as a medieval town from France. It is famous for its colorful houses, narrow streets, and historic character. Especially the Château de Kaysersberg castle dating back to the 13th century is one of the town's most prominent symbols. The Sainte-Croix Church located in the city center stands out with its Gothic architecture. After our tour, we move to our final stop, Riquewihr, one of the most enchanting cities of Alsace, known for its many half-timbered houses that give the town its charm. This historic village enchants visitors with its old houses decorated with colorful flowers, narrow streets, and a medieval atmosphere surrounded by walls. During our tour, we will also see the ruins of Riquewihr Castle and walk along the village's old walls to experience the medieval atmosphere. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Strasbourg. Overnight stay at our hotel in Strasbourg or its surroundings.
 

After the breakfast served at the hotel, free time. Guests who wish can join the additional Grand Germany Duo (Baden Baden & Heidelberg) tour. (85 Euro). Our tour's first stop is Baden Baden, a natural haven with countless opportunities including its status as an oxygen reservoir, cultural and artistic center, thermal baths, and even Europe's most famous casino. After visiting Baden Baden, a unique international travel route that inspired many famous writers and composers, we head to Heidelberg, another magnificent city of Germany. The streets, squares, and buildings of this city will take you on a journey through time while evoking the Middle Ages at every corner. Heidelberg, a quiet, stylish, and refined city, will welcome you with a harmony of architecture and colors. During our city tour here, Hauptstrasse, Marktplatz Square, Old Bridge, and Heidelberg Castle are among the places to be visited. After our tour, transfer back to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Strasbourg or its surroundings.

After the breakfast served at the hotel, free time is available. Guests who wish may join the optional Grand Schaffhausen Rhine Falls and Swiss Cities (Rhine Falls & Zurich & Lucerne) tour for an additional fee (110 Euro). Our first stop is the natural wonder of the Rhine Falls, which holds the title of Europe’s largest waterfall with a width of 150 meters and a height of 23 meters. This place, embraced by the powerful currents of the Rhine River, is a paradise where you can find peace while watching the dance of the crystal-clear waters. After our enchanting walk amidst the power of the water and its impressive scenery, our second stop is Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city, which welcomes millions of visitors each year with its historic center, stunning Gothic-style churches, and historic buildings. After visiting the Grossmünster and Fraumünster Churches and St. Peterskirche Church, home to Europe’s largest clock tower, we tour Bahnhofstrasse, considered the city’s shopping district. Following the tour, we head to Lucerne, a historic city located in central Switzerland at the foot of the Alps. In this enchanting city, after seeing the Lion Monument commemorating the 800 Swiss soldiers who died protecting King Louis XVI and his family, the Chapel Bridge, and the magnificent views of Lake Lucerne, we conclude our tour and transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel in Strasbourg or its surroundings.

After breakfast, rooms are vacated and we depart for Freiburg. Freiburg, Germany's fourth-largest city, is a medieval town steeped in history, located near the Black Forest and captivating visitors with its natural beauty. During our city tour here, we will visit the city's symbol and one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture: Münster Cathedral; Markthalle (Covered Market); Münsterplatz (Grand Square); Rathausplatz; Kaiser Joseph Street; Augustiner Platz; Adelhauser Platz; and Gerberau. After the tour, we proceed to Basel. Upon arrival, our city tour begins. Basel, Switzerland's third-most populous city after Zurich and Geneva, is a magnificent city that combines modern and historical elements; though small in area, it holds many treasures. During our city tour here, we will visit Basel Cathedral, where the tomb of the famous Renaissance writer, the Dutchman Erasmus, is located; the city's main square, Marktplatz; the Government Building; and Hotel Les Trois Roi. After the tour, we head to Basel Airport. Following baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Turkish Airlines flight TK1926 at 18:55. Arrival at 23:05 local time marks the end of our tour.