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Journey from Vineyards to Fairy Tale Villages Germany & France & Switzerland | 4 Nights | Departure from Istanbul | THY | BSL BSL
2026 ITINERARY
JOURNEY FROM THE LINES TO FAIRY TALE VILLAGES
GERMANY – FRANCE – SWITZERLAND
With Turkish Airlines Scheduled Flights
4 Nights – 5 Days
INCLUDING BASEL, STRASBOURG, FREIBURG TOURS!
CONNECTIONS FROM ALL OVER TURKEY AND CYPRUS!
Day 1 ISTANBUL – BASEL – STRASBOURG
Meet at the Turkish Airlines check-in counter at Istanbul Airport's international departure terminal three hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we depart for Basel with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1923 at 07:30. Arriving in Basel at 09:40 local time, our panoramic city tour begins with our vehicle waiting at the airport. We will visit the Basel Minster, where the famous Renaissance writer Dutch Erasmus is buried, the Münster Square, Grossbasel and Kleinbasel, the old Venetian Consulate that is one of the city’s historic buildings, the main square, and the marketplace Marktplatz. After the tour, we move on to Strasbourg. During our tour, we explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Grande Île region. Here, we will see the gothic masterpiece Notre-Dame Cathedral, the fairy-tale neighborhood of Petite France surrounded by canals, and Kleber Square. The Petite France region is famous for its half-timbered houses with colorful facades. These structures showcase the most beautiful examples of Alsatian architecture known as “colombage.” These wooden skeleton houses, with red-tiled roofs and ornate details, offer a complete medieval atmosphere.
For many years, a Germanic dialect called Alsatian was spoken in the Alsace region, but today the majority of the population uses French. However, you can still see German influence on the signs and village names. After our exploration, free time will be given for our guests to explore the lively streets of the city on their own. During this time, guests can taste the flavors of Alsatian cuisine or shop for souvenirs from traditional shops. In the evening, we will transfer to our hotel in Strasbourg.
Day 2 ALSACE WINE ROUTE AND FAIRY TALE VILLAGES (RIQUEWIRH – KAYSERSBERG – EGUISHEIM – COLMAR)
After breakfast, we will set off to explore the fairy tale villages along the Alsace Wine Route with our guests who wish to join the extra tour. On our route, we will see the majestic Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle rising on the slopes of the Vosges Mountains panoramically and hear from our guide about the history of the castle and stories of its sieges.
Our next stop is Riquewihr. Here we have the chance to explore the walls dating back to the 13th century, stone streets, and wine cellars. In the village square, we will learn about Alsatian winemaking and famous Alsace wines.
Next, we proceed to Kaysersberg. We will hear the story of the birthplace of Nobel Peace Prize winner Albert Schweitzer and take a photo break at the historic stone bridge of the village.
After Kaysersberg, we move to Eguisheim, which is one of the most beautiful villages in Alsace. We will take a short walk in this village, famous for its circular plan and narrow streets adorned with colorful half-timbered houses, and see the historic fountain and castle ruins in the square. Our guide will share the story of Eguisheim from the Middle Ages to the present.
In the afternoon, we arrive at Colmar. We will take a walk along the canals in the postcard-like Petite Venise area and have the opportunity to see the impressive Gothic architecture of St. Martin's Church. Our guide will narrate the life story of Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, the sculptor of the Statue of Liberty, and we will examine the Renaissance facade decorations of the Pfister House. Other places we will explore from the outside with our guide include the Koïfhus Old Customs House, the Marché Couvert Indoor Market, and the rich collections of the Musée Unterlinden.
At the end of the tour, we give free time for shopping and dinner in the city center of Colmar. In the evening, we return to Strasbourg and transfer to our hotel.
Kaysersberg & Eguisheim & Colmar & Riquewihr (95 Euros)
Day 3 FROM SHOPPING TO HEIDELBERG’S ROMANTICISM (OUTLET-HEIDELBERG)
After our breakfast at the Strasbourg hotel, we set off with our guests who wish to join the extra Outlet and Heidelberg tour at the time specified by our guide. Our first stop will be the outlet located between Baden-Baden in Germany and the city of Strasbourg in France, where nearly a hundred world-renowned brands are available. After enjoying tax-free shopping in the outlet with over a hundred famous brands, we head towards the romantic Heidelberg on the banks of the Neckar River. During the guided tour, we will see Heidelberg Castle from the outside and enjoy the river view from the historic stone bridge. As we walk in Marktplatz Square and Hauptstraße, we witness the city’s rich history. While progressing through the streets of Heidelberg, which Goethe described as the “ideal city,” we pass through University Square and listen to our guide narrate the story of Germany’s oldest university. After learning about the defense history behind the stone towers of the Old Bridge, we give free time for you to enjoy in the enchanting atmosphere of Heidelberg. After the tour, we return to our hotel in Strasbourg.
Heidelberg & Outlet (95 Euros)
Day 4 STRASBOURG – SCHAFFHAUSEN RHINE FALLS - ZURICH - LUCERNE - STRASBOURG
After our breakfast at the hotel, we will set off for the extra Schaffhausen Rhine Falls & Zurich & Lucerne tour for those who wish to join. Our first visit will be Schaffhausen Rhine Falls, where Rhine River originates. After taking a walk around the largest waterfall in Europe, which is 150 meters wide and 23 meters high, we will move towards Zurich, the financial capital and largest city of Switzerland. While walking on Bahnhofstrasse, one of the world’s most prestigious shopping streets, we glance at the windows of famous boutiques and learn about the historic buildings on both sides of the Limmat River with our guide. We see the Chagall stained glass windows of the Fraumünster Church, the impressive towers of Grossmünster, and walk through the stone streets of the Old Town, becoming part of Zurich’s story from the Middle Ages to the present day. This journey, combining the city’s modern culture with its historical heritage, invites you to an unforgettable experience touching the heart of Switzerland.
After our tour, we move on to Lucerne. It is enough to visit Lucerne to confirm Alexandre Dumas’s famous quote, “If Switzerland is an oyster, then Lucerne is its pearl.” Our first stop in Lucerne will be the Chapel Bridge (Kapellbrücke), the oldest wooden bridge in Europe, built in 1333 over the Reuss River, showcasing more than just a bridge. One of the most important features that make the bridge unique is the paintings hanging on the ceiling that narrate Lucerne’s history. Our second stop is the Lion Monument, one of the most impressive points of the city. This sculpture, carved into a huge rock in the 18th century, commemorates 800 Swiss soldiers who died while protecting King Louis. After taking photos of this statue, described by Mark Twain as “the most moving and mournful stone mass in the world,” we give free time in the area where they can shop for Swiss watches, chocolates, knives, etc. After the tour, we transfer back to our hotel in Strasbourg.
Schaffhausen Rhine Falls & Zurich & Lucerne tour (120 Euros)
Day 5 STRASBOURG – FREIBURG - BASEL - ISTANBUL
After breakfast, we check out of our rooms and set off towards Freiburg, bidding farewell to Alsace's elegant architecture. Known as the jewel of the Black Forest, Freiburg has been repeatedly chosen as “the most livable city” in Germany. With its green spaces, vibrant streets, and historic buildings, Freiburg offers a captivating atmosphere for visitors. During our city tour, we stop in front of the magnificent Freiburger Münster (Cathedral) for a brief narration, inhale the scents of local flavors at Markthalle, and explore the lively Münsterplatz and the historic buildings in Rathausplatz. As we walk along Kaiser Joseph Street, we witness how the modern and historical textures of the city intertwine, enjoying a pleasant stroll among the colorful houses of Augustiner Platz, Adelhauser Platz, and Gerberau.
After the tour, we head to Basel airport. After baggage and ticket procedures, we depart for Istanbul at 18:55 on Turkish Airlines flight TK 1926. Our arrival at local time is 23:05, completing our tour. We hope to see you on our next journey.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- It is the responsibility of the guests to follow the changes in Covid-related procedures determined by the health ministries of the countries to be visited.
- For international trips, a passport valid for at least 6 months is mandatory. Passports older than 10 years are not valid for international travel and must be renewed before the tour departure date. Entrance is not allowed with torn and worn passports.
- For visa applications, it is necessary to submit a passport valid for at least 6 months and the documents specified in the list of necessary documents for the visa, which can be obtained from our agencies, to the agency with written approval at least 1 month before the tour departure date.
- The visa must be obtained from the first country entered for the tour or from the country where the longest stay will be made; otherwise, Adonis.com is not responsible for any refusal of entry by passport police.
- In case of tour cancellation, the visa fee and insurance fees are non-refundable.
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- For group tickets, airline rules apply, and if the outbound flight cannot be used, the return flight also cannot be used according to the group ticket rules.
- The general baggage weight for flights originating from Turkey is 20Kg. This weight may vary according to the airline and the destination country. On domestic flights within the countries visited, this weight may decrease to 15Kg. Extra baggage weight and pricing rules are determined by airlines and are not the responsibility of Adonis.com.
- If there are not enough participants for the package tour, the cancellation will be notified to the consumer 20 days in advance.
- The route specified in the tour program is an example route, and changes may occur in the tour itinerary. City introduction tours may be conducted on the following days based on the arrival time in the city. The tours stated in the programs may be conducted on different days at the discretion of the guide for any reason.
- Extra tours can be performed provided that there is a minimum participation of 10 people; otherwise, at the discretion of the guide, necessary adjustments may be made to the prices.
- Extra tours on the way will only take place if at least 10 people from the group participate. Guests who do not wish to participate will be waited at the rest area.
- Tours that are not permitted by local authorities for any reason will not be held. Adonis.com is not responsible for the inability to conduct these tours.
- Museum and site entrance fees are not included in the prices.
- Adonis.com reserves the right to change hotel names while maintaining the same star category.
- All hotel names and similar mentioned in the programs are examples and intended to provide an indication of star category and distance. It does not mean that accommodation will be provided at the named hotel.
- In triple rooms, there is an extra bed application, and the 3rd bed is a standard bed or an additional foldable bed.
- Child discounts are only applicable for children within a certain age group who are staying with 2 adults.
- In cases where children under 18 years of age who are not considered adults do not participate in the tour accompanied by either one or both parents, it is mandatory to carry the required consent documents during the travel.
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What's Included
SERVICES INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE PRICE
- Round-trip flight ticket from Istanbul to Basel with Turkish Airlines
- Airport taxes
- Transfers from the airport to the hotel and intercity transfers
- City tours of Basel, Strasbourg, and Freiburg
- 3* Hotels etc. 4 Nights – 5 Days bed and breakfast accommodation
- Professional Turkish-speaking guiding service
Not Included
SERVICES NOT INCLUDED IN THE PACKAGE PRICE
- Visa Fee
- International Departure Tax
- Travel Health Insurance
- Any service explicitly mentioned as not included in the package price
- Optional extra tours suggested by the guide based on the itinerary, time frame, and number of participants outside of the extra tours included in the program
- Museum and archaeological site entrance fees
- All extra tours mentioned in the program (the tour package price does not include these. Participation is entirely voluntary and corresponding fees will be added to the tour price.)
- Personal expenses
- Optional driver and guide tips
- City Taxes (2 - 6 Euro per night) will be collected from our guests by the guide to be paid to the hotels.
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