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Alsace and Romantic Road Germany & France & Switzerland | 4 Nights | Istanbul Departure | THY | All Extra Tours Included | ZRH NUE
2026
JOURNEY FROM FAIRY TALE VILLAGES TO THE MIDDLE AGES
Alsace and Romantic Road
GERMANY – FRANCE – SWITZERLAND
Zurich, Lucerne, Schaffhausen Waterfall, Freiburg, Strasbourg, Riquewihr, Kaysersberg, Colmar, Karlsruhe, Rothenburg, Wertheim Village, Würzburg, Nürnberg Tours Included!
With Scheduled Flights of Turkish Airlines
Departure on August 18 & 25, 2026
4 Nights - 5 Days
ALL EXTRA TOURS INCLUDED!
Day 1: ISTANBUL – ZURICH – LUCERNE– ZURICH
Meeting in front of Turkish Airlines counter at the international departures terminal of Istanbul Airport 3 hours before the flight. After luggage, ticket and passport procedures, departure for Zurich at 12:20 with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1913. Arrival in Zurich at 14:15 local time and then we depart for Lucerne with our vehicle waiting at the airport. To confirm Alexandre Dumas’s quote, “If Switzerland is an oyster, Lucerne is the pearl inside it,” visiting Lucerne is enough. Our first stop in Lucerne is the Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), Europe’s oldest wooden bridge, built in 1333, which spans the Reuss River and reveals much more than just the history of Lucerne with its background. One of the most important features of the bridge is the paintings hanging from the ceiling, telling the history of Lucerne. Our second stop is the Lion Monument, one of the city's most impressive points. This statue, carved into a massive rock in memory of 800 Swiss soldiers who lost their lives defending King Louis in the 18th century, depicts a mournful lion. After photographing this statue, which Mark Twain referred to as “the most moving and mournful stone in the world,” we provide free time for purchasing Swiss watches, knives, etc. After our Lucerne tour, we proceed to Zurich, Switzerland’s financial capital and largest city, where we stroll along Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world’s most prestigious shopping streets, glancing at the windows of famous boutiques, and getting to know the historical buildings on both sides of the Limmat River with our guide's narration. We see the Chagall stained glass windows of the Fraumünster Church, the impressive towers of the Grossmünster, and walk through the stone streets of the Old Town, sharing in Zurich’s story that spans from the Middle Ages to the present day. This tour, where the city’s modern culture and historical heritage blend, invites you to an unforgettable experience touching the heart of Switzerland. At the end of the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Zurich.
Day 2: ZURICH- SCHAFFHAUSEN RHINE FALLS-FREIBURG- STRASBOURG
After breakfast at our hotel, our first stop on the tour is the Rhine Falls. With a width of 150 meters and a height of 23 meters, Europe’s largest waterfall, surrounded by its mesmerizing sound, we will take a walk before heading to Freiburg. Freiburg, repeatedly chosen as Germany’s most livable city, is a charming town in the south of Germany that is synonymous with greenery.
Also known as the capital of the Black Forest, this city currently serves as a role model for environmentalism. During our city tour, we will see Freiburger Münster (Cathedral), Markthalle (Indoor Market), Münsterplatz (Main Square), Rathausplatz, Kaiser Joseph Street, Augustiner Platz, Adelhauser Platz, and Gerberau. After the tour, we head to Strasbourg. Known for being the place where the French national anthem “La Marseillaise” was written, Strasbourg is a city where Alsace culture meets French architecture. We explore historic Notre-Dame de Strasbourg Cathedral, which held the title of the world’s tallest building until 1874, Rohan Palace, Kleber Square, and the Petit France area adorned with traditional Alsace houses. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Strasbourg.
Day 3: STRASBOURG–RIQUEWIHR– KAYSERSBERG – COLMAR – KARLSRUHE
After breakfast at our hotel, our first stop on the tour is Riquewihr, known as the most famous village in Alsace… With a blend of wood and concrete in two-story houses that complement each other, this charming town, with its varying colors and house shapes, attracts 2 million visitors each year. You will not get enough of taking photos in this wonderful city, where history, culture and nature are intertwined. After this, we visit Kaysersberg, which was part of Germany for more than 50 years and is renowned for its vineyards and wine production. We will see Renaissance-style wooden houses and Kaysersberg Castle during our visit. Our next stop is Colmar, one of the most enchanting cities with its colorful houses, flower-adorned streets, and great beauty, which serves as a major starting point for the Alsace wine route. The charming canals of Colmar, which date back to the 1200s along the banks of the Rhine River, are among the most notable features of the city. While touring Colmar, we will visit the Cathedral of Saint Martin, Rue Marchand (Merchant Street), and the area known as “Petite Venise” (Little Venice). After our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Karlsruhe.
Day 4: KARLSRUHE – WERTHEIM VILLAGE – WÜRZBURG – ROTHENBURG OB DER TAUBER – NÜRNBERG
After having breakfast at our hotel, we leave Karlsruhe and reach Wertheim Village, one of Germany's most popular outlet shopping centers. In this stylish shopping center designed with an open-air “village” concept, we have free time for shopping and relaxation with discounts offered by world-renowned brands throughout the year.
After free time, we head to Würzburg, a historic baroque city set alongside the Main River, surrounded by vineyards. Known for its magnificent architecture, historic bridges, and panoramic views, we will have a short photo stop at Alte Mainbrücke (Old Main Bridge) to photograph the city silhouette.
After our break, we continue our journey to Rothenburg ob der Tauber, a fairytale town that has preserved its medieval atmosphere to this day along the Romantic Road (Romantische Strasse). During our city tour, sights include the postcard-worthy Plönlein area, Marktplatz Square, the historic town hall, and a portion of the city walls. During the free time offered, guests may explore Rothenburg’s famous shops and savor local delicacies and handmade products.
After our tour, we head to Nuremberg and transfer to our hotel in the Nuremberg area.
Day 5: NÜRNBERG-ISTANBUL
After breakfast, we check out of our rooms and proceed to Nuremberg. As one of the medieval trading cities, Nuremberg offers a summary of German history both in its historical fabric and its reconstruction after World War II. Upon arrival, we will see Nuremberg Castle from the outside, Hauptmarkt (Main Square), Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), St. Sebaldus Church, and the historical bridges over the Pegnitz River during our city tour. After the tour, we enjoy some free time to explore Nuremberg.
At the designated time, transfer to the airport for baggage and ticket processing, and depart for Istanbul at 18:45 with Turkish Airlines flight TK1506. We arrive in Istanbul at 22:35 local time. With our arrival, our tour ends. Looking forward to seeing you on our next journey.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- It is the guest's responsibility to follow the Covid-related procedure changes set by the Ministry of Health of the countries to be visited.
- For international trips, it is mandatory to have a passport valid for at least 6 months. Passports older than 10 years are not valid for international travel and must be renewed before the tour departure date. Entry is not allowed with torn or worn passports.
- For visa applications, a passport valid for at least 6 months and the documents listed in the visa-required documents list, which can be obtained from our agents, must be submitted to the agency with written approval at least 1 month before the tour departure date.
- The visa must be obtained from the country where the first entry is made on the tour or from the country where the most accommodation will be made; otherwise, Adonis.com is not responsible for being denied entry by the passport police.
- In case of tour cancellation, visa fees and insurance fees are non-refundable.
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- For group tickets, the airline's rules apply; if the outbound flight cannot be used, the return flight cannot be used either due to group ticket rules.
- Generally, the baggage weight for flights departing from Turkey is 20 kg. This weight may vary depending on the airline and the country to be visited. For domestic flights in the countries visited, this weight may decrease to 15 kg. Excess baggage weight/price rules are determined by the airlines and are not the responsibility of Adonis.com.
- If the number of participants in the package tour is insufficient, the consumer will be notified of the tour cancellation at least 20 days in advance.
- The route specified in the tour program is a sample route, and there may be changes to the tour itinerary. City introduction tours may be conducted on a subsequent day(s) depending on the arrival time in the city. The tours mentioned in the programs can be conducted on different days at the discretion of the guide for any reason.
- Extra tours can only be conducted with a minimum participation of 10 people; if there are fewer participants, they may be conducted at the discretion of the guide, and prices may be adjusted if necessary. Adonis.com cannot be held responsible for the cancellation of these tours.
- Extra tours along the way will only take place with the participation of at least 10 people from the group. Guests who do not wish to participate will be kept waiting at the break point.
- Tours that are not permitted by local authorities for any reason will not be conducted. Adonis.com cannot be held responsible for the cancellation of these tours.
- Entrance fees for museums and archaeological sites are not included in the prices.
- Adonis.com reserves the right to change the hotel names, provided the star category remains the same.
- All hotel names mentioned in the programs are examples, intended to provide an indication of star category and distance. This does not mean that accommodation will be made at the indicated hotel.
- In triple rooms, there is an extra bed application; the third bed is smaller than standard beds and/or is an additional foldable bed.
- Children's discounts are valid only for children within a certain age group who are accompanied by 2 adults.
- In cases where children under 18 years old, who are not legally adults, do not participate in the tour with either one or both of their parents, it is mandatory to have the consent letters required for participation in the tour with them during the trip.
- In case of cancellations and changes, the “Adonis.com sales contract” is valid.
What's Included
SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE PRICE
- Round-trip flight ticket with Turkish Airlines from Istanbul to Zurich-Nuremberg-Istanbul
- Airport taxes
- Airport-hotel-airport transfers and intercity transfers
- All tours mentioned in the program. (Zurich, Lucerne, Schaffhausen Waterfall, Freiburg, Strasbourg, Kayserberg, Colmar, Riquewihr, Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Nuremberg)
- 1 Night in Zurich, 1 Night in Strasbourg, 1 Night in Karlsruhe, 1 Night in Nuremberg total of 4 Nights - 5 Days bed and breakfast accommodation in 3/4* hotels
- Professional Turkish-speaking guiding service
Not Included
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE PRICE
- Visa Fee
- International Departure Tax
- Travel Health Insurance
- Any service not explicitly stated as included in the package price
- Museum and archaeological site entrance fees
- Optional tips for drivers and guides
- City taxes, bus country entry fees, customs taxes of 100 euros per person will be collected by the guide on the first day.
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