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ALTIN PUSULA TURİZM - TÜRSAB Licence No: 14338

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CHRISTMAS MARKETS TOUR SWITZERLAND - FRANCE - GERMANY WITH TURKISH AIRLINES !!!!!

Tour facts

Duration4 Nights 5 Days
TransportFlight
Departure pointsİstanbul
VisaVisa required
Guide languageTurkish, English
Up to 9 instalments by credit cardInstalments are available with partner banks’ credit cards. For international tours the number of instalments may vary by bank; see the payment step for current options.
BASEL CITY TOUR AND ZURICH CITY TOUR INCLUDED !!!!

Day 1: ISTANBUL – ZURICH – BASEL - MULHOUSE

We meet with you, our esteemed guests, at Istanbul Airport International Departures terminal, in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at 05:30. After baggage and check-in procedures, we depart for Zurich with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1907 at 08:55.

Following our arrival, we proceed to Basel, considered the culture and art center of Switzerland, with our private bus. Established on the banks of the Rhine River, this impressive city captivates visitors with its historical texture, architectural richness, and one of Europe's most famous Christmas markets.

During our panoramic city tour, Basel Cathedral, the historic Town Hall, Marktplatz Square, Tinguely Fountain, and the Old Town Area carrying the medieval atmosphere to the present day will be seen. During our free time in the streets of Basel, which are decorated with lights during the Christmas period, you will have the opportunity to get to know Swiss Christmas culture closely, taste local delicacies, and experience the unique atmosphere of the city. Transfer to our hotel after the tour. After resting a bit, for our guests who wish, Schaffhausen – Rhine Falls Tour ( 40 Euro). The Rhine Falls, one of Switzerland's most impressive natural beauties, is located near Schaffhausen and offers unique views to its visitors. Considered one of the largest waterfalls in Europe, this natural wonder welcomes thousands of visitors every year with its gushing waters and impressive appearance. During our tour, you can watch the magnificent view from the panoramic viewing points of the waterfall and experience the power and beauty of nature up close. The pouring of the exuberant waters of the Rhine River through the rocks also offers an opportunity for photography enthusiasts to capture unforgettable frames. Guests who wish can participate in boat trips where they can get closer to the waterfall or spend pleasant time on the walking paths in the region. Surrounded by historical structures and natural beauties, this region is a candidate to be one of the most special stops of your Switzerland trip. Transfer to our hotel after our tour. Overnight at our hotel.
 

Day 2: RIBEAUVILLÉ – KAYSERSBERG – RIQUEWIHR - MULHOUSE

Free time all day after breakfast. For guests who wish, Alsace Christmas Villages  Ribeauvillé – Kaysersberg –  Riquewihr Tour ( 100 Euro).  Located in eastern France and surrounded by vineyards, the Alsace Region hosts Europe's most impressive Christmas villages. Our first stop on this trip, where we will experience the fairytale atmosphere of the region, will be Ribeauvillé.

Time seems to go back centuries in Ribeauvillé, famous for its medieval walls, historical towers, and traditional Christmas events. Then we move on to Kaysersberg, one of the most romantic towns in Alsace. This charming town, where Nobel Peace Prize winner Albert Schweitzer was born, fascinates visitors with its stone bridges, colorful half-timbered houses, and brightly decorated Christmas markets. The last stop of the day will be Riquewihr, one of the most famous villages of the Alsace region. You will experience unforgettable moments in Riquewihr, one of Europe's most photographed settlements with its streets reminiscent of Disney fairy tales, historical houses, and fascinating Christmas decorations. Transfer to our hotel after our tour. Overnight at our hotel.

Day 3: BADEN-BADEN – STRASBOURG - MULHOUSE

After breakfast, free time for the whole day. For our guests who wish, Baden-Baden & Strasbourg Tour (120 Euro). We depart for our tour to Baden-Baden, a city in Germany known for its elegance and refined lifestyle. Established at the foothills of the Black Forest, Baden-Baden has been one of the preferred destinations of European aristocracy for centuries with its historic thermal facilities, magnificent parks, and chic atmosphere. After our tour in the city center, we proceed to Strasbourg, known as the Christmas Capital of France. Featuring in the UNESCO World Heritage List, Strasbourg offers its visitors a unique atmosphere with its historic city center, half-timbered houses, narrow streets, and canals. During our city tour, the Petite France district, Notre Dame Cathedral, Gutenberg Square, and the historic city center will be seen. Afterwards, we give free time to explore the Strasbourg Christmas Market, one of the oldest Christmas markets in Europe. You will fully experience the Christmas spirit accompanied by the giant Christmas tree rising in the center of the city, squares decorated with hundreds of lights, and stalls keeping Alsace traditions alive. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

Day 4: FREIBURG – COLMAR – EGUISHEIM - MULHOUSE

After breakfast, free time for the whole day. For our guests who wish, Freiburg & Colmar & Eguisheim Tour ( 110 Euro). We depart for our tour to Freiburg, the pearl of Germany's Black Forest region. Shown as one of the most livable cities in Germany, Freiburg draws attention with its historic structures, lively squares, and traditional water canals running through the city. During our city tour, Münster Square, Freiburg Cathedral, Rathausplatz, and the historic city center will be seen.

Then we move on to Colmar, the apple of the eye of the Alsace region. Called "Little Venice" because of its canals, Colmar turns into one of the most impressive cities in Europe during the Christmas period. With Christmas markets set up among historic houses, light shows, and a fairytale atmosphere, Colmar gives its visitors unforgettable moments. After the free time we will give in the city center, we depart for Eguisheim, hidden among the Alsace vineyards. Ranking among the Most Beautiful Villages of France and chosen as the "Favorite Village of France" in 2013, Eguisheim is one of the most impressive settlements of the Alsace region with its colorful half-timbered houses, narrow streets decorated with flowers, and unique circular city plan. Turning into almost a living fairytale during the Christmas period, this charming village offers its visitors unforgettable photo frames and unique memories. After our tour, transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.

 

Day 5: ZURICH – LUCERNE – ZURICH – ISTANBUL

After our breakfast and checking out of the rooms, we depart for Zurich. During our city tour in Zurich, which is Switzerland's finance and lifestyle center, Bahnhofstrasse, Fraumünster Church, St. Peter Church, Grossmünster Cathedral, and the historic areas around the Limmat River will be seen. After our city tour, we join the optional Lucerne Tour ( 50 Euro). Accepted as one of Switzerland's most beautiful cities, Lucerne fascinates its visitors with its lakeside location, Alpine views, and historic structures. During our trip, the symbol of the city Chapel Bridge, Lion Monument, Octagonal Water Tower, and the historic city center will be seen. After the pleasant time we will spend accompanied by the magnificent views of the Alps, we depart for Zurich Airport.

After completing our luggage and ticket procedures, we depart for Istanbul with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1910 at 18:50. With our arrival in Istanbul at 23:50 local time, this unforgettable tour comes to an end and we return home. Welcome home!

Prices are per person in €. Child prices apply when sharing with two adults.

Per-person prices by departure date and room type
DateDoubleSingleTripleChild 2-11Infant 0-1Status
25 Nov 2026€599€849€599€589€150Available
02 Dec 2026€599€849€599€589€150Available
09 Dec 2026€649€899€649€639€150Available

Included in the price

  •  Istanbul (IST) - Zurich (ZRH) - Istanbul (IST) Turkish Airlines Economy Class flight ticket,
  • 4 nights Bed & Breakfast accommodation in 3* hotels (Belfort or Basel),
  • Airport – Hotel – Airport Transfers,
  • Zurich Panoramic City tour
  • Basel Panoramic City tour
  • Professional English-speaking guiding services
  • Airport Taxes

Not included

SERVICES NOT INCLUDED 

 

  • International Departure Fee 
  •  All domestic connecting flights in Turkey and Ercan
  • Schengen visa                                    
  • Travel Insurance (Up to 65 Years Old)
  • Travel insurance (Aged 66-75)
  • All kinds of hotel extras and personal expenses
  • City taxes, hotel taxes, and highway tolls will be collected by the guide. (Mandatory 50 €)
  • Optional tours
  • All museum entrance fees
  • All personal expenses and extras of our guests
  • Cancellation Assurance Package: 50 EUR (With the Cancellation Assurance package application, we offer our guests the right to cancel their reservations without penalty under any circumstances. With this application, it is possible to cancel your reservation up to 16 days before the tour departure date. While the full tour fee is refunded upon reservation cancellation, the cancellation assurance package fee and any additional service fees (Visa, insurance, etc.) are non-refundable.)

This tour requires a visa. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months after return. The visa document list is emailed after booking.

Days before departureCancellation fee
0–14 days100%
15–30 days50%
Cancellation and refund terms vary by tour operator and are provided in writing before booking.

Draft — legal review required. Cancellation & Refund Cancellation & Refund

!! DOMESTIC CONNECTION OPTION FROM ALL OVER TÜRKİYE !!! 

( All Türkiye : 150 € - Ercan Airport : 200 € )

 

 

Advantageous Optional Tour Package:

 

Schaffhausen – Rhine Falls Tour ( 40€)

Alsace Christmas Villages (Ribeauvillé & Kaysersberg & Riquewihr Tour) (100€)

Baden-Baden & Strasbourg Tour (120€)

Freiburg & Colmar & Eguisheim Tour (110€)

Lucerne Tour (50€)

 

Total 420 Euro Instead Of Only 380 Euro


• 0-2 years old free of charge
• 02-11.99 years old 50% discount. (Discount amount is not applied over the advantageous tour price, it is calculated over the normal price)

• Opportunity to pay by credit card during the tour.

 

 

Tour Guarantee and Travel Health Insurance Package Conditions Including Visa Rejection:

* Tour cancellation and refund due to visa rejection (with 25% deductible)

* Tour cancellation option due to escorting the insured person in sudden – acute health issues of themselves or 1st degree relatives (with 15% deductible)

* Tour cancellation option due to the death of the insured's First Degree relatives (Mother, Father, Spouse, Sibling, Child, Grandfather, Grandmother, Grandchild, Caregiver and person accompanying the passenger in the same reservation) (with 15% deductible)

* Cancellation and Interruption of Travel (Force Majeure)

* Theft of Personal Belongings During Travel SNATCHING (300€)

* Baggage Loss and Damage (400€)

* Accommodation of One of the Family Members Due to Treatment to be Given to the Insured

* Unforeseen Return, Death of One of the Family Members, Return Resulting from Damage Occurring at Permanent Residence

* Medical Treatment, Transportation or Travel for Medical Reasons, Post-Treatment Transportation to Permanent Residence, Transportation of Deceased Insured (30,000 €)

**Can be added during the reservation purchase stage (cannot be added after reservation or during the tour).

 

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • Outgoing Tour acts as an intermediary between airlines and our passengers and is subject to the 28.09.1955 Hague Protocol. Flight details may change before the flight, and all times must be reconfirmed 48 hours before departure dates. Our passengers have purchased the tour knowing and accepting the risk of schedule changes.
  • Optional tours are operated with a minimum participation of 15 people. In case of participation under 15 people, tour prices may change or the tour may be carried out by metro.
  • In cases where hotel names are not specified in the tour program, only category information is given and/or options are available for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified by your agency 48 hours before the trip departure.
  • During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances further than the specified kilometers. In such a case, information will be provided by Outgoing Tour 15 days before the tour departure date.
  • Outgoing Tour reserves the right to change the tour itinerary provided that the content remains the same, in cases deemed necessary.
  • There is a visa application requirement for Turkish citizens. For visa applications, it is necessary to apply through our agency with the specified documents and a passport valid for at least 6 months from the end date of the travel. Even though the necessary documents are submitted to the consulate during the visa application, the consulate may issue a visa rejection with or without stating a reason, or grant a visa starting date after the tour departure date. No refund is made for the applied visa service fee. Green passport holders do not have a visa requirement, and a passport valid for at least 6 months from the tour departure date is sufficient. Having obtained a visa does not mean that entry to the country is guaranteed; the passport police have the authority to deny entry. Outgoing Tour is not responsible for such situations, the responsibility lies with the passenger.
  • If the issuance date of the passports of our guests traveling with Turkish green passports is older than 10 years; they must renew their passports. Otherwise, they may not be accepted to the country they are traveling to and/or their flight may not be performed by the airline company from Türkiye. In such a case, the responsibility lies with the passenger.
  • Green passport holders do not have a visa requirement, and a passport valid for at least 6 months from the end date of the travel is sufficient.
  • Having obtained a visa does not mean that entry to the country is guaranteed, the passport police have the authority to deny you entry to the country. Outgoing Tour is not responsible for this situation, the responsibility lies with the passenger.
  • In order not to experience problems with the customs police at the border crossing of the country to be visited due to torn, worn, wet and/or similarly damaged passports; the mentioned passports must be renewed and, if it is a country that requires a visa for Turkish citizens, the relevant visa must be in the new passport. Otherwise, the responsibility lies with the passenger.
  • Since our guests under the age of 18 may be asked by the police officer on duty for a document showing the joint consent of the mother and father during country entry and exit when traveling alone or with only one of their parents, we advise our guests under 18 and their parents to show sensitivity in this regard.
  • Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours lasting a maximum of 2-3 hours, organized for the general introduction of cities, conducted panoramically from inside the vehicle with the guide's narration, and do not include museum or archaeological site entrance fees. Panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, are not the responsibility of Outgoing Tour if they cannot be performed due to roads not being allowed to be visited or entered by local authorities on the day and time corresponding to the tour, roads closed due to any event, or if weather conditions make it impossible to perform the tour. Some tours may be carried out by public transport or on foot, depending on the possibilities, in areas where roads are closed or vehicle entry is not permitted.
  • The minimum number of participants for this package tour is 40 people for each hotel category. If the number of people participating in the package tour is not sufficient, the tour cancellation will be notified to the consumer 21 days in advance.
  • Triple rooms can be provided subject to hotel availability, and the bed allocated to the 3rd person in such rooms is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 double bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds consist of fold-out beds and beds called coach beds, the 3rd person participating in the tour and/or child reservations are deemed to have accepted the congestion and bed type that may occur in the rooms. Child discounts are valid for a single child staying with 2 adults – matching the age group.
  • The timings of optional tours during the day may vary depending on the opening, closing and reservation times of the places to be visited, provided that the content does not change.

 

 

 

The deposit depends on the tour and is shown during booking.

Yes, with a single room supplement.

Payments are converted to TRY at the rate on the payment date. Paid amounts are not affected by later changes.

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