8 Cities 3 Nights in the Magnificent Alps - with THY on January 30 (Semester Special) (GVA-ZRH)

Meeting in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport Departure Terminal 3 hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, departure for Geneva at 07.55 on Turkish Airlines flight TK1917. Following our arrival at local time 09.25, our Geneva city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the airport. Geneva, one of Switzerland's most cosmopolitan cities, is located in the west of the country, on the shores of Lake Geneva and very close to the French border. Holding great importance in terms of international diplomacy, the city hosts the European Office of the United Nations, the Red Cross, and the headquarters of many international organizations. During our city tour here, Lake Geneva, Mont Blanc Bridge, the Great Cathedral, the United Nations and Red Cross buildings, Notre Dame, and the old town are among the sights to see. After our tour, we depart for Bern. Bern, the capital of Switzerland, offers visitors a fascinating atmosphere with its historical city center listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, streets preserving their medieval texture, stone buildings, arched arcades, and fountains. On our tour, the Clock Tower, the old town known as Europe's largest indoor shopping area, Einstein's House, the History Museum, and the Parliament building and square are among the sights to be seen panoramically. Following our tour, our guests who wish may optionally join the Magnificent Lausanne – Ouchy – Montreux and Chillon Castle Tour. (80 Euros) Our first stop on the tour is the city of Lausanne, which is positioned on the shores of Lake Geneva and holds historical importance for our country. Lausanne Cathedral, the Old Town (Vielle Ville) which is the historical center of the city, and Flon, a modern shopping and entertainment district, are among the places we will see. Then we depart for Ouchy. Once a fishing village, Ouchy has been incorporated into the city of Lausanne since the mid-19th century due to its role as a port on Lake Geneva. In this peaceful and beautiful region famous for its lake view, the enchanting Chateau d'Ouchy (Ouchy Castle) from its exterior and the Ouchy Port are among the places to see. Our final stop on the tour will be Montreux, another peaceful spot on the shores of Lake Geneva. In this town famous for its relaxing and peaceful atmosphere, mountain views, and lakeside walking paths, Chillon Castle (from the outside), the Statue of Freddy Mercury, the lead singer of the music group Queen, and Montreux Port will be among the places we see. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel in Geneva or its surroundings.

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Basel. Upon arrival, our city tour begins. Basel, the third most populous city in Switzerland after Zurich and Geneva, is a magnificent city that embodies both modern and historical textures, possessing many treasures despite its small surface area. During our city tour, the Basel Minster where the tomb of the famous Dutch Renaissance writer Erasmus is located, the main city square Marktplatz, the City Hall, and Hotel Les Trois Rois will be among the places seen. Following our tour, our guests who wish may optionally participate in the Magnificent Fairytale Villages of Alsace (Riquewihr, Kaysersberg, Colmar & Eguisheim) tour. (100 Euro) Our first stop on the tour is Riquewihr, one of the most enchanting towns of Alsace, featuring numerous half-timbered houses that give the town its charm. This historic village captivates visitors with its old houses decorated with colorful flowers, narrow streets, and medieval texture surrounded by walls. During our tour, we will also see the ruins of Riquewihr Castle and feel the medieval atmosphere by walking along the old ramparts of the village. Then we proceed to Kaysersberg. Kaysersberg is a fascinating part of the Alsace region as a medieval town of France. It is famous for its colorful houses, narrow streets, and historical texture. Particularly, the 13th-century Château de Kaysersberg Castle is one of the most prominent symbols of the town. Located in the center of the city, Sainte-Croix Church draws attention with its Gothic architecture. Following our tour, we depart for Colmar, famous for its medieval historical buildings, Gothic-style churches, and colorful houses. While strolling through Colmar's remarkably well-preserved streets, places to see include the St. Martin's Church built entirely of pink stones, Little Venice resembling Italy's Venice city with its small canals, Maison Pfister which is one of the oldest houses in Colmar, and Maison des Têtes, a Renaissance building decorated with heads. Our next stop on the tour will be Eguisheim, a place where you will want to take photos at every opportunity from start to finish. Winning the title of "Favorite French Village" in 2013, Eguisheim is a village where history and nature dance. The colorful houses reflecting the typical architecture of the Alsace region create a postcard view of Eguisheim. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel in Mulhouse or surroundings.

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Zurich. Upon our arrival at local time 09:45, our Zurich city tour waiting for us at the area begins. It welcomes millions of visitors every year with its historic center, eye-catching Gothic-style churches, and historical buildings. After seeing the Grossmünster and Fraumünster Churches and St. Peterskirche Church, which has Europe's largest clock tower, we tour Bahnhofstrasse, considered the shopping center of the city. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Then, our guests who wish can optionally join the Magnificent Rhine Falls & Lucerne tour. (80 Euro) Our first stop on the tour, the natural wonder Rhine Falls, holds the title of the largest waterfall in Europe with its 150-meter width and 23-meter height. Embraced by the powerful arms of the Rhine River, this place is a paradise where you will find peace while watching the dance of the blue waters. Following our fascinating walk with the power of the water and impressive view, we go to Lucerne, a historical city located in central Switzerland, at the foot of the Alps. In this fascinating city, after seeing the Lion Monument built in memory of 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 finish our tour and transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel in Zurich or surroundings.

After breakfast, check-out from the rooms and transfer to the airport at the time specified by our guide. After baggage, ticketing, and passport procedures, departure for Istanbul at 18:30 with Turkish Airlines flight TK1910. Arrival at local time 23:35 and end of our tour.