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Direct Departure from Ankara: Magnificent Dream Triangle—Germany, France, and Switzerland, 4 Nights, with SunExpress, November 16 (Special November Semester Break Offer)
Day 1 Ankara – Frankfurt – Strasbourg
Meeting in front of the SunExpress Airlines counter at the international departures terminal of Ankara Esenboğa Airport 3 hours before the flight. Following baggage, ticket and passport procedures, departure for Frankfurt at 07.00 on SunExpress Airlines flight XQ 792. Upon arrival in Frankfurt at 08.50 local time, our city tour of Frankfurt begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the airport. During our city tour in this city, which stands out with its rich cultural heritage and modern lifestyle, Römer Square (Römerberg) and Goethe Haus (from the outside), the house where Goethe was born, are among the sights to be seen. Following our tour here, departure for Strasbourg with our waiting vehicle. As you explore Strasbourg, one of the most beautiful cities in France and the pearl of the Alsace region, you will feel as though you are journeying through history in Europe’s largest cobblestoned medieval districts. With its fairytale-like nature and historic structures, wooden houses, medieval historic churches, cathedrals and numerous works of art, it is a place well worth seeing. Strasbourg, which also has historical significance as the place where the French national anthem, “La Marseillaise,” was written, presents itself as a city where Alsatian culture and French architecture are blended. In addition, Strasbourg Cathedral, Rohan Palace, Kléber Square and the Petit France district, adorned with traditional Alsatian houses, are among the sights to be seen during our city tour. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Strasbourg or the surrounding area.
Day 2 Strasbourg – Eguisheim – Colmar – Kaysersberg – Riquewihr – Strasbourg
Following breakfast at the hotel, guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Alsace’s Fairy-Tale Villages (Eguisheim & Colmar & Kaysersberg & Riquewihr) tour. (110 Euros) Throughout our tour, during which we will want to take photographs at every opportunity, the first place we will visit is Egusheim. Awarded the title of ‘’Favorite French Village’’ in 2013, Egusheim is a village where history and nature dance together. Its colorful houses, reflecting the typical architecture of the Alsace region, create Equesheim’s postcard-like appearance. Following our tour, we will depart for Colmar, famous for its medieval historical buildings, Gothic-style churches, and colorful houses. While strolling through Colmar’s remarkably well-preserved streets, the St. Martin Cathedral, built entirely of pink stone; Little Venice, which with its small canals is reminiscent of Italy’s city of Venice; Maison Pfister, one of Colmar’s oldest houses; and Maison des Tetes, a Renaissance building decorated with faces, are among the places to be seen. The third stop on our tour is Kaysersberg. Kaysersberg is a charming part of the Alsace region, a medieval town in France. It is famous for its colorful houses, narrow streets, and historic character. In particular, the Château de Kaysersberg castle, dating back to the 13th century, is one of the town’s most prominent landmarks. The Sainte-Croix Church, located in the town center, attracts attention with its Gothic architecture. Following our visit, we proceed to our final stop, Riquewihr, one of the most enchanting towns in Alsace, featuring numerous half-timbered houses that give the town its charm. This historic village fascinates visitors with its old houses adorned with colorful flowers, narrow streets, and medieval character surrounded by ramparts. During our tour, we will also see the remains of Riquewihr Castle and feel the medieval atmosphere by walking along the village’s old ramparts. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel in Strasbourg. Overnight at our hotel in Strasbourg or the surrounding area.
Day 3 Strasbourg – Heidelberg – Baden-Baden – Outlet Center – Strasbourg
Free time after breakfast at the hotel. Guests who wish may join the optional Splendid Germany Duo (Heidelberg & Baden Baden & Outlet Center) tour. (110 Euros) On our tour, we depart for our first stop, Heidelberg. The streets, squares, and buildings of this city will take you on a journey through time, making you feel the Middle Ages at every corner. A tranquil, elegant, and refined city, Heidelberg will welcome you with the harmony of its architecture and colors. During our city tour here, Hauptstrasse, Marktplatz Square, the Old Bridge, and Heidelberg Castle are among the sights to be seen. Following our tour, our second stop is Baden Baden, an oxygen-rich destination immersed in nature, a center of culture and arts, with countless amenities including thermal baths and even one of Europe’s most famous casinos. After exploring Baden Baden, a unique overseas travel destination that has inspired many famous writers and composers, we will have free time at the outlet center, where many famous brands are gathered together. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 4 Strasbourg – Rhine Falls in Schaffhausen – Zurich – Lucerne – Strasbourg
Free time after breakfast at the hotel. Guests who wish may join the optional Magnificent Schaffhausen Rhine Falls and Swiss Cities (Rhine Falls & Zurich & Lucerne) tour. (130 Euros) Our first stop is the natural wonder of the Rhine Falls, which is the largest waterfall in Europe, measuring 150 meters wide and 23 meters high. Embraced by the powerful branches of the Rhine River, this place is a paradise where you will find peace while watching the dance of the deep blue waters. After our fascinating walk, accompanied by the power of the water and the impressive scenery, our second stop is Zurich, Switzerland’s largest city, which welcomes millions of visitors every year with its historic center, stunning Gothic churches, and historic buildings. After seeing the Grossmünster and Fraumünster Churches and St. Peter’s Church, home to Europe’s largest clock tower, we tour Bahnhofstrasse, considered the city’s shopping center. After our tour, we travel to Lucerne, a historic city located in central Switzerland at the foothills of the Alps. In this enchanting city, after seeing the Lion Monument, built in memory of the 800 Swiss soldiers who were martyred while protecting King Louis XVI and his family, the Chapel Bridge, and the magnificent view of Lake Lucerne, we conclude our tour and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in or around Strasbourg.
Day 5 Strasbourg – Stuttgart – Ankara
After breakfast, check out of the rooms and depart for Stuttgart Airport, as indicated by our guide. Following the baggage, ticket and passport procedures, depart for Ankara at 14.25 on SunExpress Airlines flight XQ 791. Arrival at 19.35 local time and the end of our tour.
What's Included
Services Included in the Price;
- Flight ticket with SunExpress Airlines between Ankara – Frankfurt/Stuttgart – Ankara
- Airport Taxes
- Airport – hotel – airport transfers and intercity transfers
- Strasbourg, Basel city tours,
- 4 nights – 5 days bed and breakfast accommodation in 3* hotels
- Professional Turkish guiding service
Not Included
Services Not Included in the Price;
- Visa Fee,
- International Departure Tax,
- Travel Health Insurance (15 Euros)
- Museum and archaeological site entrance fees,
- Optional tours and personal expenses
- Tourist City Taxes + Guide and Driver Tips (50 Euros) – They will be collected by your guide on the first day of the tour.
Important Notes;
• For this tour, a passport valid for 6 months, covering the minimum tour duration, is required.
• LİDYA TOUR acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the 28.09.1955 Hague Protocol.
• During registration, the name as it appears in the passport, date of birth, and passport number must be entered into the system. Airline tickets are issued according to this information. No-show fees resulting from the cancellation or changes of airline tickets due to incorrect information will be charged to the guests.
• The city where the aircraft lands may vary. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible for schedule changes or possible delays caused by airlines.
• Airline rules apply to group tickets, and under the group ticket rule, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight cannot be used either.
• The baggage allowance for most flights departing from Türkiye is 20 kg. This weight may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. On domestic flights in the countries visited, this allowance may decrease to 15 kg. Excess baggage weight/price rules are determined by the airlines and are not the responsibility of LİDYA TOUR.
• If the number of participants required for the package tour is not sufficient, the tour cancellation will be notified to the consumer 20 days in advance.
• The tour route specified in the tour program is an example route, and changes may be made to the tour itinerary. City sightseeing tours may be conducted on the following day/days depending on the time of arrival in the city. The excursions specified in the programs may, at the guide's discretion and for any reason, be conducted on a day other than the specified day/days.
• City sightseeing tours may be conducted on the following day/days depending on the time of arrival in the city.
• The excursions specified in the programs may, at the guide's discretion and for any reason, be conducted on a day other than the specified day/days.
• Optional tours can be operated with a minimum participation of 20 people; with fewer participants, they may be operated at the guide's discretion and, if necessary, with adjusted prices. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible if these excursions or tours cannot be operated.
• Optional tours along the route will take place provided that at least 10 people from the group participate. Guests who do not wish to participate will be asked to wait at the rest stop.
• Excursions or tours that local authorities do not permit for any reason will not be operated. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible if these excursions or tours cannot be operated.
• Museum and archaeological site entrance fees are not included in the prices.
• LİDYA TOUR reserves the right to change hotel names, provided that the star category remains the same.
• All hotel names specified in the programs are examples and the like, and are provided as examples in terms of star category and distance. This does not mean that accommodation will be provided at the hotel with the specified name.
• Triple rooms have an extra bed, and the third bed is smaller than a standard bed and / or is an additional foldable bed.
• When children under the age of 18 who are not legally adults do not participate in the tour with one or both of their parents, the consent forms required for participation in the tour must be carried by the individuals during travel.
• In the event of cancellation or changes, the “LİDYA TOUR Sales Agreement” shall apply.