Grand Dream Triangle Switzerland – France – Germany 3 Nights – With Turkish Airlines, Departing November 8 (Autumn 2026 Season)

Tour details
What's included

Services Included in the Price;

  • Round-trip airfare between Istanbul – Basel – Istanbul with Turkish Airlines,
  • Airport taxes,
  • Airport – hotel – airport transfers and intercity transfers,
  • City tours of Strasbourg, Freiburg and Basel,
  • 3 nights – 4 days of bed and breakfast accommodation in 3* hotels,
  • Professional Turkish-speaking guide service,


 

Not included

Services Not Included in the Price;

  • Visa Fee,
  • International Departure Fee,
  • Travel Health Insurance (15 Euros)
  • Museum and archaeological site entrance fees
  • Optional tours and personal expenses
  • Optional guide and driver tips
  • Tourist City Taxes + Guide and Driver Tips (50 Euros) – These will be collected by your guide on the first day of the tour.
Need to Know

Important Notes;

  •  For this tour, a passport valid for 6 months, covering the minimum duration of the tour, is required.

 

  •  LİDYA TOUR acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955.
  • During registration, the name, date of birth, and passport number as stated in the passport must be entered into the system. Airline tickets are issued according to this information. No-show fees for flight ticket cancellations or changes resulting from incorrect information will be charged to the guests.
  • The city where the aircraft will land may vary. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible for schedule changes that may be made by airlines or for possible delays.
  • Airline rules apply to group tickets, and according to the group ticket rule, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight cannot be used either.
  • In general, the baggage allowance for flights departing from Türkiye is 20Kg’s. This allowance may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. On domestic flights in the countries visited, this allowance may decrease to 15 Kg’s. 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 reached, the cancellation of the tour 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 carried out 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 carried out on another day instead of the specified day/days.
  • City sightseeing tours may be carried out 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 carried out on another day instead of the specified day/days.
  • Extra tours can be operated with a minimum participation of 20 people; if participation is lower, they may be operated at the guide’s discretion and, if necessary, with price changes. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible if these excursions or tours cannot be operated.
  • Extra 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.
  • Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites 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, etc. (and similar), written to serve as examples in terms of star category and distance. This does not mean that accommodation will be provided at the hotel with the stated 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, they are required to carry the necessary consent forms with them during the journey.
  • LİDYA TOUR acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. 
  • During registration, the name, date of birth, and passport number as stated in the passport must be entered into the system. Airline tickets are issued according to this information. No-show fees for flight ticket cancellations or changes resulting from incorrect information will be charged to the guests. 
  • The city where the aircraft will land may vary. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible for schedule changes that may be made by airlines or for possible delays.
  • Airline rules apply to group tickets, and according to the group ticket rule, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight cannot be used either.
  • In general, the baggage allowance for flights departing from Türkiye is 20Kg’s. This allowance may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. On domestic flights in the countries visited, this allowance may decrease to 15 Kg’s. 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 reached, the cancellation of the tour 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 carried out 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 carried out on another day instead of the specified day/days.
  • City sightseeing tours may be carried out 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 carried out on another day instead of the specified day/days.
  • Extra tours can be operated with a minimum participation of 20 people; if participation is lower, they may be operated at the guide’s discretion and, if necessary, with price changes. LİDYA TOUR cannot be held responsible if these excursions or tours cannot be operated.
  • Extra 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.
  • Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites 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, etc. (and similar), written to serve as examples in terms of star category and distance. This does not mean that accommodation will be provided at the hotel with the stated 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, they are required to carry the necessary consent forms with them during the journey
Tour Program
Day 1 Istanbul – Basel – Strasbourg – Eguisheim – Colmar – Kaysersberg – Riquewihr – Strasbourg

Meeting in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport 3 hours before the flight. Following baggage, ticket and passport procedures, departure for Basel at 08.50 on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1923. After arriving in Basel at 10.00 local time, we depart by our vehicle waiting for us at the airport for Strasbourg, one of the most beautiful cities in France and the pearl of the Alsace region. As you explore Strasbourg, you will feel as though you are travelling through history in one of Europe’s largest cobbled medieval quarters. With its nature and historical structures reminiscent of a land of fairy tales, wooden houses, historic medieval churches, cathedrals and numerous works of art, it is a place well worth seeing. Strasbourg also has historical significance as the place where the French national anthem, “La Marseillaise”, was written, and appears as a city where Alsatian culture blends with French architecture. During our city tour, Strasbourg Cathedral, Rohan Palace, Kléber Square and the Petit France district, adorned with traditional Alsatian houses, are among the places to be seen. Following our tour, guests who wish may join the extravagantly organised tour of the Fairy-Tale Villages of Alsace (Eguisheim & Colmar & Kaysersberg & Riquewihr). (100 Euros) On our tour, during which we will want to take photographs at every opportunity from start to finish, the first place we will visit is Egusheim. Named the ‘’Favourite French Village’’ in 2013, Egusheim is a village where history and nature dance together. Its colourful houses, reflecting the typical architecture of the Alsace region, create Equesheim’s postcard-like appearance. Following our tour, we depart for Colmar, famous for its historic medieval buildings, Gothic-style churches and colourful houses. While strolling through Colmar’s remarkably well-preserved streets, the places to be seen include St. Martin Cathedral, built entirely of pink stone, Little Venice, reminiscent of Italy’s city of Venice with its small canals, Maison Pfister, one of Colmar’s oldest houses, and Maison des Tetes, a Renaissance building adorned with faces.  Our third stop on the tour is Kaysersberg. Kaysersberg is a fascinating part of the Alsace region, a medieval town in France. It is famous for its colourful houses, narrow streets and historic texture. In particular, the Château de Kaysersberg castle, dating from the 13th century, is one of the town’s most prominent landmarks. The Sainte-Croix Church, located in the centre of the town, stands out with its Gothic architecture. Following our tour, we proceed to our final stop, Riquewihr, one of the most enchanting cities of Alsace, featuring numerous half-timbered houses that give the city its charm. This historic village fascinates its visitors with its old houses decorated with colourful 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 2 Strasbourg – Heidelberg – Baden-Baden – Strasbourg

Free time after breakfast at the hotel. Guests who wish may join the Magnificent Germany Duo (Baden Baden & Heidelberg) tour, which will be organized as an optional extra. (85 Euros) Our first stop on the tour is Baden Baden, a nature-immersed source of fresh air and a cultural and artistic center offering countless attractions, including thermal springs and even Europe’s most famous casino. After exploring Baden Baden, a unique international travel destination that has inspired many famous writers and composers, we will depart for another magnificent German city, Heidelberg. The streets, squares, and buildings of this city will make you feel the Middle Ages at every corner and take you on a journey through time. 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 places to be seen. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel in Strasbourg or its surroundings.

Day 3 Strasbourg – Schaffhausen Rhine Falls – 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. (110 Euros) Our first stop on the tour, the natural wonder of Rhine Falls, is Europe’s largest waterfall, measuring 150 meters in width and 23 meters in height. 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 enchanting 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-style 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 head 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 4 Strasbourg – Freiburg – Basel – Istanbul

After breakfast, check-out and departure for Freiburg. Freiburg, Germany’s fourth-largest city, is a medieval city steeped in history, located near the Black Forest and captivating visitors with its natural beauty. During our city tour here, Freiburg Minster, one of the city’s symbols and one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture, Markthalle (Indoor Market), Münsterplatz (Main Square), Rathausplatz, Kaiser Joseph Street, Augustiner Platz, Adelhauser Platz, and Gerberau are among the places to be seen. Following our tour, departure for Basel. Upon arrival, our city tour begins. Basel, Switzerland’s third most populous city after Zurich and Geneva, is a magnificent city that incorporates both modern and historic textures and holds many treasures despite its small area. During our city tour in this city, Basel Minster, where the grave of the famous Dutch Renaissance writer Erasmus is located, the city’s main square Marktplatz, the Government Building, and Hotel Les Trois RoiHotel Les Trois Roi are among the places to be seen. Following our tour, departure for Basel Airport. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, departure for Istanbul at 18.05 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1926. Arrival at 23.15 local time and the end of our tour.