8 Cities in 3 Nights in the Majestic Alps - with THY on March 9 (Eid al-Fitr Special) (ZRH-GVA)

Meeting at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal in front of the Turkish Airlines counter 3 hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, departure for Zurich with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1907 at 08:40. Following our arrival at 09:45 local time, our Zurich city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the area. It welcomes millions of visitors every year with its historic center, eye-catching Gothic-style churches, and historic buildings. After seeing the Grossmünster and Fraumünster Churches and St. Peterskirche Church, which houses Europe's largest clock tower, we tour Bahnhofstrasse, considered the city's shopping hub. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel. Then, guests who wish may join the optionally organized Majestic Rhine Falls & Lucerne tour. (80 Euro) The Rhine Falls, a wonder of nature and our first stop on the tour, holds the title of Europe's largest waterfall with a width of 150 meters and a height of 23 meters. Embraced by the powerful arms of the Rhine River, this place is a paradise where you will find peace while watching the dance of deep blue waters. After a fascinating walk with the power of the water and impressive scenery, we head to Lucerne, a historic 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 conclude our tour and transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay in Zurich or its surrounding area hotels.

After breakfast at the hotel, departure for Basel. Upon arrival, our city tour begins. As Switzerland's third most populous city after Zurich and Geneva, Basel is a magnificent city that embodies both modern and historical textures, holding many treasures despite its small surface area. During our city tour, the Basel Cathedral, which houses the tomb of the famous Dutch Renaissance writer Erasmus, the main city square Marktplatz, the City Hall, and Hotel Les Trois Rois will be among the sights to see. Following our tour, 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 fascinates visitors with its old houses decorated with colorful flowers, narrow streets, and medieval fabric surrounded by ramparts. During our tour, we will also see the ruins of Riquewihr Castle and feel the medieval atmosphere by walking along the village's old ramparts. Afterwards, we proceed to Kaysersberg. Kaysersberg is a charming 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 town's most prominent landmarks. Sainte-Croix Church, located in the center of the city, draws attention with its Gothic architecture. Following our tour, we depart for Colmar, famous for its historic buildings dating back to the Middle Ages, Gothic-style churches, and colorful houses. While strolling through Colmar's exceptionally well-preserved streets, sights to see include St. Martin's Cathedral built entirely of pink stones, Little Venice resembling Italy's Venice with its small canals, Maison Pfister which is one of Colmar's oldest houses, 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-like appearance of Eguisheim. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel in or around Mulhouse. Overnight stay at hotels in Mulhouse or surroundings.

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Bern. As the capital of Switzerland, Bern offers visitors a fascinating atmosphere with its historical city center on the UNESCO World Heritage List, streets preserving their medieval texture, stone buildings, arched arcades, and fountains. On our tour, the Clock Tower, the old city referred to as Europe's largest covered shopping area, Einstein's House, the History Museum, the Parliament building and its square will be among the places seen panoramically. Following our tour, departure for Geneva. As one of Switzerland's most cosmopolitan cities, Geneva is located in the west of the country, on the shores of Lake Geneva, quite 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, the Mont Blanc Bridge, the Grand Cathedral, the United Nations and Red Cross buildings, Notre Dame, and the old town will be among the sights to see. Following our tour, guests who wish may join the optionally organized Magnificent Lausanne – Ouchy – Montreux and Chillon Castle Tour. (80 Euro) Our first stop on the tour is the city of Lausanne, positioned on the shores of Lake Geneva and holding historical importance for our country. Lausanne Cathedral, the Old Town (Vieille Ville) which is the historical center of the city, and Flon, a modern shopping and entertainment district, will be among the places we see. Afterwards, 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 Château d'Ouchy and the Port of Ouchy will be among the places to see due to their exterior appearance. Our final stop on the tour will be Montreux, another peaceful spot on the shores of Lake Geneva. Famous for its relaxing and peaceful atmosphere, mountain views, and lakeside walking paths, this town will feature Chillon Castle (from the outside), the Statue of Freddy Mercury, the lead singer of the band Queen, and the Port of Montreux among the places we will see. Following our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at hotels in Geneva or surroundings.

After breakfast and check-out from the rooms, transfer to the airport at the time specified by our guide. Following baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, departure for Istanbul at 18:25 with Turkish Airlines flight TK1920. Arrival at 23:45 local time and end of our tour.