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Magnificent Christmas Markets Switzerland – France – Germany 4 Nights - with Turkish Airlines (2026 Christmas Markets)

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.

Day 1 Istanbul – Basel – Strasbourg

Meeting in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport international departures terminal 3 hours before the flight. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, departure for Basel at 08.50 with Turkish Airlines flight TK 1923. Following arrival in Basel at 10.00 local time, our city tour begins with our vehicle waiting for us at the area. Basel, Switzerland's third most populous city after Zurich and Geneva, is a magnificent city that harbors both modern and historical textures, having many treasures despite its small surface area. During our city tour in this city, the Basel Cathedral where the tomb of the famous Dutch Renaissance writer Erasmus is located, the main square of the city Marktplatz, the City Hall, and Hotel Les Trois Roi are among the places to be seen. After our tour, departure for Strasbourg, one of the most beautiful cities in France and the pearl of the Alsace region. While touring Strasbourg, you will feel like you are traveling back in history in Europe's largest cobblestone Medieval quarters. It is a place well worth seeing with its nature and historical structures remaining from a fairy tale land, wooden houses, medieval historical churches, cathedrals, and many works of art. In addition, having historical importance as the place where the French national anthem "La Marseillaise" was written, Strasbourg appears before us as a city where Alsace culture is blended with French architecture. Furthermore, during our city tour, Strasbourg Cathedral, Rohan Palace, Kleber Square, and the Petit France region decorated with traditional Alsace houses are among the places to be seen. Transfer to our hotel after our tour. Overnight stay at our hotel in Strasbourg or its surroundings.

Day 2 Strasbourg – Eguisheim – Colmar – Kaysersberg – Riquewihr – Strasbourg

After breakfast at the hotel, our guests who wish can participate in the optionally organized Magnificent Alsace's Fairytale Villages (Eguisheim & Colmar & Kaysersberg & Riquewihr) tour. (110 Euros) The first place we will visit on our tour, where we will want to take photos at every opportunity from start to finish, is Eguisheim. Eguisheim, which earned the title of "Favorite French Village" in 2013, is a village where history and nature dance. The colorful houses reflecting the typical architecture of the Alsace region create the postcard appearance of Eguisheim. Following our tour, we depart for Colmar, famous for its historical buildings remaining from the Middle Ages, Gothic-style churches, and colorful houses. While strolling through Colmar's remarkably well-preserved streets, St. Martin's Cathedral built entirely of pink stones, Little Venice resembling Italy's Venice with its small canals, Maison Pfister as one of Colmar's oldest houses, and Maison des Tetes which is a Renaissance building decorated with faces are among the places to be seen. Our third stop on our tour is 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 Château de Kaysersberg castle dating back to the 13th century is one of the most prominent symbols of the town. Sainte-Croix Church located in the center of the city draws attention with its Gothic architecture. Following this, we move on to Riquewihr, one of the most enchanting cities of Alsace, where numerous half-timbered houses that give the city its charm are located. This historical village fascinates 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 walls of the village. Transfer to our hotel in Strasbourg after our tour. Overnight stay at our hotel in Strasbourg or its surroundings.

Day 3 Strasbourg – Heidelberg – Baden Baden – Outlet Center – Strasbourg

Free time after breakfast at the hotel. Our guests who wish can participate in the optionally organized Magnificent German Duo (Heidelberg & Baden Baden & Outlet Center) tour. (110 Euros) Our first stop on our tour is our departure to Heidelberg. The streets, squares, and structures of this city will take you on a journey through time while making you feel the Middle Ages at every corner. Heidelberg, a serene, stylish, and decent city, will welcome you with the harmony of architecture and colors. During our city tour here, Hauptstrasse, Marktplatz Square, the Old Bridge, and Heidelberg Castle are among the places to be seen. After our tour, our second stop is Baden Baden, an oxygen depot intertwined with nature, a culture and art center, with countless facilities such as thermal springs and even Europe's most famous casino. After exploring Baden Baden, which is a unique overseas travel route that inspired many famous writers and composers, we give free time at the outlet center where many famous brands are gathered together. Transfer to our hotel after our tour. Overnight at the hotel.

Day 4 Strasbourg – Schaffhausen Rhine Falls – Zurich – Lucerne – Strasbourg

Free time after breakfast at the hotel. Our guests who wish can participate in the optionally organized Magnificent Schaffhausen Rhine Falls and Swiss Cities (Rhine Falls & Zurich & Lucerne) tour. (130 Euros) The natural wonder Rhine Falls, which is our first stop on our tour, holds the title of the largest waterfall in Europe with a width of 150 meters and a height of 23 meters. This place, embraced by the powerful arms of the Rhine river, is a paradise where you will find peace while watching the dance of blue waters. After our fascinating walk with the power of water and impressive scenery, our 2nd stop is Zurich, the largest city of Switzerland, which hosts millions of visitors every year with its historical center, dazzling Gothic-style churches, and historical buildings. After seeing the Grossmünster and Fraumünster Churches and St. Peterskirche Church, which is Europe's largest clock tower, we tour Bahnhofstrasse, which is considered the shopping center of the city. Following our tour, we go to Lucerne, a historical city located in the central part of Switzerland, at the foot of the Alps. In this enchanting 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 Strasbourg or its surroundings.

Day 5 Strasbourg – Freiburg – Basel – Istanbul

After morning breakfast, check-out from the rooms and departure for Freiburg. Freiburg, the fourth largest city of Germany, is a historical city smelling of the Middle Ages located near the Black Forest, enchanting visitors with its natural beauties. During our city tour here, the Münster Cathedral, which is the symbol of the city and one of the finest examples of Gothic architecture, Markthalle (Covered Market), Münsterplatz (Grand Square), Rathausplatz, Kaiser Joseph Street, Augustiner Platz, Adelhauser Platz, Gerberau are among the places to be seen. After our tour, departure for Basel Airport. After baggage, ticket and passport procedures, departure for Istanbul at 18.05 with Turkish Airlines flight TK1926. Arrival at 23.15 local time and end of our tour.

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

Per-person prices by departure date and room type
DateDoubleSingleTripleChildInfant 0-1Status
28 Nov 2026€649€829€649—€150Available
05 Dec 2026€699€879€699—€150Available

Included in the price

Services Included in the Price;

  • Flight ticket with Turkish Airlines between Istanbul – Basel – Istanbul,
  • Airport Taxes,
  • Airport – hotel – airport transfers and intercity transfers,
  • Basel, Strasbourg, Freiburg city tours,
  • 4 nights – 5 days bed and breakfast accommodation in 3* hotels,
  • Professional Turkish guiding service,

Not included

Services Excluded from the Price;

  • Visa Fee,
  • International Departure Fee,
  • Travel Health Insurance (15 Euros)
  • Museum and site entrances
  • Optional tours and personal expenses
  • Tourist City Taxes + Guide and Driver Tips (50 Euros) – Will be collected by your guide on the first day of the tour.

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.

Cancellation and refund terms vary by tour operator and are provided in writing before booking.

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  • For this tour, a passport valid for 6 months covering the minimum tour duration is required.
  • Atlas International acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger, and is subject to the Hague Protocol dated 28.09.1955.
  • During registration, the name, date of birth, and passport number on the passport must be entered into the system. Flight tickets are issued according to this information. No-show costs for ticket cancellations or changes arising from incorrect information will be reflected to the guests.
  • The city where the plane lands may vary. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for schedule changes and possible delays made by airlines.
  • Airline rules apply to group tickets, and according to the group ticket rule, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight cannot be used either.
  • Luggage allowance on most flights departing from Turkey is 20kg. This weight may vary depending on the airline and the destination country. On domestic flights in the destination countries, this weight may drop to 15kg. Excess baggage weight/price rules are determined by the airlines and are not under the responsibility of Atlas International.
  • If the number of participants joining the package tour is not sufficient, the tour cancellation will be notified to the consumer 20 days in advance.
  • The tour route specified in the tour program is a sample route, and changes may occur in the tour itinerary. City sightseeing tours can be carried out on the next day/days depending on the arrival time to the city. Excursions specified in the programs may be carried out on another day other than the specified day/days for any reason at the initiative of the guide.
  • City sightseeing tours can be carried out on the next day/days depending on the arrival time to the city.
  • Excursions specified in the programs may be carried out on another day other than the specified day/days for any reason at the initiative of the guide.
  • Optional tours can be operated if there is a minimum participation of 20 people; if there is less participation, they can be operated at the guide's initiative and with changed prices if necessary. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for the failure to operate these trips or tours.
  • Optional tours on the way are operated if at least 10 people from the group participate. Guests who do not wish to participate are kept waiting at the break place.
  • Trips or tours that are not permitted to be visited or gone to by local authorities for any reason will not be operated. Atlas International cannot be held responsible for the failure to operate these trips or tours.
  • Museum and site entrance fees are not included in the prices.
  • Atlas International reserves the right to change hotel names provided that the star category remains the same.
  • All hotel names specified in the programs are v.b. (and similar) and written to serve as examples in terms of star category and distance. It does not mean that accommodation will be provided in the specified hotel.
  • An extra bed application is available for triple rooms; the 3rd bed is smaller than the standard bed and/or is an additional fold-out/pull-out extra bed.
  • In cases where children under 18 years of age, who are not considered adults, do not participate in the tour with one or both of their parents, it is mandatory to have the consent letters required for participation in the tour with them during travel.
  • In case of cancellation and change, the "Atlas International Sales Agreement" applies.

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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