With Pegasus Airlines
Viva Benelux&Paris&Alsace and Switzerland Tour
In the land of Western European Kingdoms in one week from the Alps to the English Channel
Amsterdam – (Marken) – (Volendam) – (Zaanse Schans) – (Bruges) – Brussels – Paris – (La Vallee Village Designer Outlet) - (Luxembourg) – Metz - Alsace - Strasbourg – (Colmar) – Basel – (Lucerne)
Tour Departure Dates :
March 16 / April 6 / May 18 / May 23 / May 25 / June 1 / June 15 / June 22 / June 29 / July 6 / July 13 / July 20 / July 27 / August 3 / August 10 / August 17 / August 24 / August 31 / September 7 / September 14 / September 21 / September 28 / October 5 / October 12 / October 19 / October 26 / November 2 / November 9 / November 23
Special Days :
Ramadan Feast and April Semester : March 16
May 19 Atatürk Commemoration Youth and Sports Day : May 18
Kurban Bayramı : May 23 / May 25
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day : July 13
Republic Day : October 26
November Semester : November 9
Day 1 Istanbul – Amsterdam (Marken-Volendam)
Meeting point at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Departure Terminal… After ticket, luggage and passport procedures, we will depart for Amsterdam at 08:50 with Pegasus Airlines flight PC1251. Arrival in Amsterdam at 11:35.After passport, baggage and customs procedures, we will start our panoramic city tour; first we will see Amsterdam Royal Palace, De Bijonkorf Shopping Center, Nieuwe Kerk and the National Monument that has an important place in Dutch history, as well as the lively and popular Dam Square where you can measure the pulse of the city, those stunning canal houses that dazzle during the day, the famous Red Light District with its unique atmosphere in the evenings, Jordaan one of Amsterdam's oldest and most famous tourist spots, the nightlife famous Leidseplein square, and the always vibrant Rembrandtplein named after the famous Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn with its striking sculptures. Finally, we will complete our tour at Kalverstraat street, one of Amsterdam's busiest shopping centers with 750 meters of world-famous brands. Guests who wish can join the extra scheduled tour of the Dutch marvel Marken - Volendam (65 EUR).Our first stop on the tour is Marken. After exploring this wonderful island, which used to be an island but was later connected to the mainland, we will move on to Volendam. Volendam; with its port, characteristic Dutch houses and traditionally dressed people, is a place that immediately captivates anyone upon arrival. After enjoying delicious seafood and tasting cheese, you can buy inexpensive souvenirs in this town and have a great time before being transferred to our hotel.
Lunch: will be at a place determined by the guide, it will be extra during free time.
Dinner: will be at a place determined by the guide, it will be extra during free time.
Accommodation: Amsterdam or Surroundings - Ibis Style Almere 4*, Hotel Brukelen 3* etc.
Route: Istanbul-Amsterdam
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 2 Amsterdam – (Zaanse Schans) – Brussels
After breakfast, free time until the time determined by our guide. Guests who wish can join the extra scheduled Zaanse Schans tour (60 EUR). We will head to the village of Zaanse Schans. Zaanse Schans, one of Holland's hidden paradise villages, which dates back to the 17th century, and still has working historical windmills, is a unique beauty of Holland with its untouched nature. You will feel like you're in an open-air museum in Zaanse Schans, which has historical windmills and wooden houses that are unlike any other in the world. After our tour, we will head to Brussels where our city tour includes many historical buildings, restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops in the city’s most important and bustling square, Grand Palace; the Hotel de Ville, built in Gothic style in the 13th century, which is now used by the royal family for special days such as weddings, with its tower 96 meters tall; the famous peeing boy statue Manneken Pis, which is 61 cm tall, built in the 17th century and is Brussels' most recognized symbol; the Atomium, which depicts a crystal of iron magnified 165 billion times and has an 18-meter diameter and consists of 9 sections; the Belgian Royal Palace located in front of Brussels Park; and the impressive Saint Jacques sur Coudenberg Church nearby, after which we will have free time and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: will be at a place determined by the guide during free time and will be extra.
Dinner: will be at a place determined by the guide during free time and will be extra.
Accommodation: Ibis Wavre 3*, B&B Hotel Mechelen 3* etc.
Route: Amsterdam-Brussels 210 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 3 Brussels – (Bruges) – Paris – (La Vallee Village Designer Outlet)
After breakfast, we depart for Paris. Guests who wish can join the extra scheduled Bruges tour (60 EUR). We move to Bruges, which has preserved its medieval architecture due to not being harmed during World War II. The heart of Bruges is the Market Palace, surrounded by colorful houses, numerous cafes, and the famous bell tower; streets with shops smelling of cocoa and chocolate, canals and bridges that give the city an entirely different beauty. After that, we provide free time to enjoy the city. After our tour, we will arrive in Paris and transfer to our hotel. Guests who wish can join the extra scheduled La Valle Village Designer Outlet tour (30 EUR). Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: will be at a place determined by the guide during free time and will be extra.
Dinner: will be at a place determined by the guide during free time and will be extra.
Accommodation: B&B Hotel Nord 2 Cdg 3*, Hotel Ibis d’Orly 3* etc.
Route: Brussels-Bruges 102 km, Bruges-Paris 297 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 4 Paris
After breakfast, there will be free time. Guests who wish can participate in the Paris Wonders Tour (Eiffel Tower, Seine River boat tour included) (85 EUR). First, we will go up to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower, which is as much a symbol of Paris as it is of France. Then we will take a boat tour on the Seine River. You will see Paris's most magnificent buildings up close, experiencing unforgettable moments as we pass under the bridges of the Seine River. The places to be seen during this boat tour include the American Church, the National Assembly, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Orsay Museum, Cité Island, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Palace of Justice, the Conciergerie Prison, the City Hall, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Louvre Palace. Afterward, we will end our panoramic tour by visiting Trocadero Square, which houses many modern museums with its high-columned wings, the Arc de Triomphe, which is one of the largest roundabouts in the world, the junction of 12 streets, the Avenue des Champs-Élysées, which houses luxury fashion brands, cafes, restaurants, cinemas, and tourist shops, and the famous Place de la Concorde. Guests who wish can also join the extra scheduled Montmartre artists’ hill tour (45 EUR). Today, we will go up to Montmartre Hill, known for its bohemian lifestyle, by funicular. Here we will see Sacré-Coeur (The Basilica of the Sacred Heart) and then have free time in the Artists Square to have your portrait painted. Transfer back to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: will be at a place determined by the guide during free time and will be extra.
Dinner: will be at a place determined by the guide during free time and will be extra.
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 road conditions
Day 5 Paris – Reims – (Luxembourg) – Metz
After having breakfast at our hotel, we depart for Reims. Reims is a captivating city located in northeastern France, in the historic Champagne-Ardenne region (now Grand Est), with roots that trace back to the Roman Empire. The city has witnessed many critical events throughout its history; for instance, in 451, it was the site of Attila's incursions during the decline of the Western Roman Empire. However, Reims's significance lies mainly in its role as the traditional coronation site of French kings, home to the Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. After our tour of Reims, we will move on to Metz or Thionville for accommodation. Guests who wish can join the extra scheduled Luxembourg tour (55 EUR). Next, we will head to Luxembourg. Upon arrival, we will start our tour in Luxembourg, known as the fairy tale land, one of the most orderly and well-maintained cities in Europe. During our panoramic city tour, we will see the stunning views of the Petrus Valley, the old city center and its narrow streets, the Ducal Palace, which has become a national symbol of independence for Luxembourg, previously serving as a hotel and restored to a government building. After the tour and free time, we will transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: will be determined by the guide, and will be extra during free time.
Dinner: will be determined by the guide, and will be extra during free time.
Accommodation: Metz or Thionville. Ace Hotel Metz 3*, Hotel Tulip Inn Thionville 3* etc.
Route: Paris-Reims 144 km, Reims – Metz 191 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 6 Metz – Strasbourg – (Colmar) – Basel
After breakfast, we head to the Alsace region. First, we will arrive in Strasbourg and conduct our city tour there. During our tour, we will see the Petit France district surrounded by colorful Alsace houses, Notre Dame – the world’s sixth-highest church and a beautiful example of Gothic architecture, the city’s historic center, Grand Île, and the famous Kammerzell House, as well as the European Parliament, after which we will have free time. Guests who wish can join the extra scheduled Colmar tour (65 EUR). We will head to Colmar, the tourist capital of the Alsace region. In Colmar, known as France's hidden paradise, we will see colorful historical buildings from the 1200s adorned with flowers from their window and balconies along the Rhein River, the impressive Saint Martin Church, the very interesting covered market resembling a corn bazaar, and the little Venice canal before enjoying some free time. Afterward, we will transfer to our hotel in Basel, Mulhouse, or its surroundings. Overnight at the hotel.
Breakfast; will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: will be determined by the guide during free time and will be extra.
Dinner: will be determined by the guide during free time and will be extra.
Accommodation: Basel, Mulhouse, or surroundings. Hotel B&B Mulhouse 3*, Hotel Ibis Basel 3* etc.
Route: Metz-Strasbourg 166 km, Strasbourg-Colmar 73 km, Colmar-Basel 64 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Estimated 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 7 Basel – (Lucerne) – Istanbul
After breakfast, we will transfer to Basel Airport. Guests who wish can join the extra scheduled tour of Lucerne, known as the postcard city of Switzerland (95 EUR). We will head to Lucerne. Located in North-Central Switzerland, Lucerne is referred to as the hidden capital of Switzerland and is also known as the homeland of the national hero Wilhelm Tell. Although not one of the first cities that come to mind like Zurich, it is the most touristic city in Switzerland. Surrounded by magnificent mountains, Lucerne is situated where the Reuss River meets the lake, and it is one of the most visited cities due to its historical, artistic, and architectural wealth. After our panoramic city tour and free time, we will provide our transfer back to Basel airport. At the end of the tour, we will transfer to Basel Airport at the time indicated by our tour leader. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we will depart for Istanbul at 18:05 with Pegasus Airlines flight PC942. Arrival in Istanbul at 22:00. We hope to see you on your next trip…
Breakfast; will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch: will be determined by the guide, during free time and will be extra.
Route: Basel – Lucerne 99 km, Lucerne – Basel Airport 104 km
Total Extras 560 EUR / Advantageous Package 450 EUR