SunExpress from Izmir: A Tour of Belgium, France, and Alsace
NOTES
***Our tour program is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 40 people. In case sufficient participation for the trip cannot be achieved, the final cancellation notification date is 21 days before the tour departure. Tours cancelled due to insufficient participation will be notified by PCSTUR.
***In cases where the tour program provides only category information without specifying names and/or offers options for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified by PCSTUR 48 hours prior to the tour departure.
***During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances greater than the specified kilometers. In such cases, information will be provided by PCSTUR 15 days before the tour departure date.
***Triple rooms are subject to hotel availability; in these rooms, the bed assigned to the 3rd person is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are foldable or known as coach beds, tour participants booking triple rooms for the 3rd person and/or children are deemed to have accepted potential crowding in the room and the type of bed. Child discounts apply only to one child accompanying two adults within the appropriate age group.
***Breakfasts included in the tour package are served according to the local country's breakfast culture, typically as a limited continental menu consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated for the group.
***Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours lasting a maximum of 2-3 hours, organized for general introduction to cities, conducted from the vehicle with guide commentary, and do not include entry to museums or historical sites. Panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, may not take place if local authorities do not permit visiting or entering on the scheduled day and time, due to closed roads caused by any event, or if weather conditions make the tour impossible. In such cases, PCSTUR is not responsible for the inability to conduct these tours. Some tours may be carried out via public transport or on foot, depending on available facilities, at points where road access or vehicle entry is restricted.
***Extra tours are organized by the local PCSTUR we work with, requiring a minimum participation of 20 people. If this number is not met, the excursions may not take place, or extra tour prices, content, and vehicles used may vary based on the number of participants. Additionally, the days and times of the tours may be changed by the guide depending on whether museums and historical sites at the destinations are open or closed, and weather conditions.
***Extra tours are optional and depend on the participant's preference. Passengers who do not wish to participate in extra tours organized during the trip are deemed to have agreed to wait at a suitable rest facility along the route. These passengers will be dropped off at the roadside rest facility before the extra tour begins and picked up from that point after the main tour is completed.
***PCSTUR acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be risks of delays in scheduled and special flights, or flight times may change prior to the current trip and flight. PCSTUR is obligated to notify of such changes as soon as possible. The passenger purchases the trip accepting the risk of time changes.
***In cases where the tour program provides only category information without specifying names and/or offers options for the same destination, the hotel(s) will be notified by PCSTUR 48 hours prior to the tour departure.
***During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances greater than the specified kilometers. In such cases, information will be provided by PCSTUR 15 days before the tour departure date.
***Triple rooms are subject to hotel availability; in these rooms, the bed assigned to the 3rd person is smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed + 1 extra bed. Since extra beds are foldable or known as coach beds, tour participants booking triple rooms for the 3rd person and/or children are deemed to have accepted potential crowding in the room and the type of bed. Child discounts apply only to one child accompanying two adults within the appropriate age group.
***Breakfasts included in the tour package are served according to the local country's breakfast culture, typically as a limited continental menu consisting of butter, jam, bread, tea, or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated for the group.
***Panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours lasting a maximum of 2-3 hours, organized for general introduction to cities, conducted from the vehicle with guide commentary, and do not include entry to museums or historical sites. Panoramic tours, including other tours specified in the program, may not take place if local authorities do not permit visiting or entering on the scheduled day and time, due to closed roads caused by any event, or if weather conditions make the tour impossible. In such cases, PCSTUR is not responsible for the inability to conduct these tours. Some tours may be carried out via public transport or on foot, depending on available facilities, at points where road access or vehicle entry is restricted.
***Extra tours are organized by the local PCSTUR we work with, requiring a minimum participation of 20 people. If this number is not met, the excursions may not take place, or extra tour prices, content, and vehicles used may vary based on the number of participants. Additionally, the days and times of the tours may be changed by the guide depending on whether museums and historical sites at the destinations are open or closed, and weather conditions.
***Extra tours are optional and depend on the participant's preference. Passengers who do not wish to participate in extra tours organized during the trip are deemed to have agreed to wait at a suitable rest facility along the route. These passengers will be dropped off at the roadside rest facility before the extra tour begins and picked up from that point after the main tour is completed.
***PCSTUR acts as an intermediary between the passenger and the airline and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. There may be risks of delays in scheduled and special flights, or flight times may change prior to the current trip and flight. PCSTUR is obligated to notify of such changes as soon as possible. The passenger purchases the trip accepting the risk of time changes.
İZMİR-BRUSSELS
Meeting at the Sun Express Airlines counter in the International Departures Terminal of Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, three hours prior to departure. After completing baggage, ticket, and passport procedures, we will depart for Brussels on Sun Express flight XQ 932 at 04:45. Upon arrival at 07:25 local time, our vehicle waiting in the arrivals area will take us on a panoramic city tour of Brussels. Highlights include the Royal Palace, Chinese and Japanese Houses, Brussels Cathedral, Grand Place, Stock Exchange Building, Atomium monument, and the Manneken Pis statue. Guests wishing may join an optional extra tour to Bruges (€50) organized by our guide. We then head to Bruges, a charming and enchanting city renowned for its lace and gobelins, which has preserved its medieval architecture intact due to having suffered no damage during World War II. On foot, we explore the heart of Bruges: Market Square with its colorful houses, diverse cafes, and the famous Belfry clock tower; streets lined with countless shops selling lace and handicrafts, as well as wafting aromas of French fries, chocolate, and waffles; horse-drawn carriages; canals interwoven throughout the city; bridges; and swans. Afterward, we transfer to our hotel in Brussels for overnight accommodation.
BRUSSELS-PARIS
After breakfast, we depart for Paris. Upon arrival, our panoramic city tour will take us beneath the grandeur of the Eiffel Tower, past the Arc de Triomphe at Charles de Gaulle Square, along the Champs-Élysées lined with renowned brands, through Place de la Concorde featuring the Luxor Obelisk, and to the Parliament building. After the tour, you will have free time. In the evening, guests who wish may join an optional Paris Night Tour organized by your guide (€50). As night falls, this tour offers breathtaking views that earned Paris its title as the City of Lights. We will stroll past La Fayette's flagship store, admire the illuminated gardens surrounding the Louvre Museum's glass pyramid, and enjoy the spectacular nighttime view of the Eiffel Tower, one of Paris's most precious jewels. The day concludes with a transfer back to our hotel, where we will spend the night.
Paris
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, you will have free time for the rest of the day. Guests who wish may join an optional guided tour of Paris Masterpieces organized by your guide for an additional fee of 150 euros. During our full-day excursion, after learning about the history and construction of the Eiffel Tower from your guide, we ascend to enjoy panoramic views of Paris. Following a boat cruise on the Seine River, we proceed to Montmartre, the next high point of Paris, famous for its artists, where we visit the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. From there, we head toward the Opera district. After some free time for shopping, we transfer back to our hotel for overnight stay.
Paris
After breakfast at the hotel in the morning, you will have free time for the rest of the day. Guests who wish can join the Disneyland Tour organized by your guide as an extra activity (200 Euro). In our tour covering both Disneyland and Walt Disney Studios parks, guests of all ages can enjoy themselves with theme parks and make the most of their day. You can ride the Indiana Jones Adventure train with nearly 50 activities. You can meet various Disney characters and take photos. (In case there is insufficient participation for our extra tour, guests who wish may join a tour determined by our guide as an extra.) At the end of our trip, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel.
*Since Disneyland tickets follow a dynamic pricing policy, price information will be communicated to you by your guide.
*Since Disneyland tickets follow a dynamic pricing policy, price information will be communicated to you by your guide.
Paris-Strasbourg Region
After breakfast, we will depart for Strasbourg. Guests who wish may join an optional tour to Heidelberg (€50). Those not participating in the extra tour will be dropped off in Mannheim and picked up again from there upon the tour's return. Following our excursion, we will continue our journey toward Strasbourg. Upon arrival, we discover a city of historical significance as the birthplace of the French national anthem, "La Marseillaise," where Alsatian culture blends seamlessly with French architecture. We visit the Notre-Dame de Strasbourg Cathedral, which held the title of the world's tallest structure until 1874, the Rohan Palace, Kleber Square, and the Petit France district, adorned with traditional Alsatian houses. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel for overnight accommodation. Examples: Mulhouse, Colmar, Strasbourg, Basel, Belfort.
STRASBOURG REGION
After breakfast at the hotel, you will have free time. Guests who wish may join an optional tour to Eguisheim, Colmar, and Riquewihr (100 EUR). Our first stop is Eguisheim, one of Alsace's charming towns. As you wander through its narrow, picturesque streets, surrounded by houses with wooden windows and balconies adorned with vibrant geraniums, you'll feel as though you're losing yourself in stories from the past. A member of the "Les Plus Beaux Villages de France" club since 2003, Eguisheim was voted "France's Favorite Village" in 2013. After our visit to Eguisheim, we head to our second stop, Colmar. Known for its colorful houses, flower-lined streets, and enchanting beauty, Colmar is one of the most captivating cities in the region and serves as the starting point of the Alsace Wine Route. The canals that enhance Colmar's charm are tributaries of the Rhine River. Lining the riverbanks, the multicolored historic buildings date back to the 12th century and represent the city's most distinctive and remarkable feature. During our tour of Colmar, we stroll through its carnival-like streets, visiting St. Martin's Cathedral with its large stork nests on the roof, Rue Marchande (Merchants' Street), and the area known as "Petite Venise," meaning "Little Venice." Our final stop is Riquewihr, Alsace's most famous village. This quaint town, home to around 1,200 residents, features harmonious two-story houses made of a mix of wood and concrete, each with unique colors and architectural styles. It attracts approximately 2 million visitors annually. In this wonderful city where history, culture, and nature blend seamlessly, you won't be able to take enough photos. After the tour, we transfer back to our hotel for overnight accommodation. Please note that depending on regional capacity, lodging may be arranged in nearby towns such as Mulhouse, Colmar, Strasbourg, Basel, or Belfort.
STRASBOURG REGION
After breakfast at the hotel, guests will have free time. Those interested may join an optional tour to Schaffhausen Rhine Falls, Zurich, and Lucerne (110 EUR), arranged by our guide. Our first stop is the Rhine Falls. Surrounded by Europe's largest waterfall, with a width of 150 meters and a height of 23 meters, we will enjoy a scenic walk accompanied by the enchanting sound of rushing water before heading to Zurich, Switzerland's largest city. Located on the shores of Lake Zurich and at the foot of the Alps, Zurich welcomes millions of tourists year-round thanks to its rich history and vibrant culture. The city's name dates back to the Neolithic and Bronze Ages; it was known as Turicum during the Roman occupation in the 2nd century AD. In Swiss German, this evolved into "Zuri." According to recent data, Zurich is considered the most livable city in Europe and is also referred to as the cultural capital of Switzerland. Upon arrival, we visit the Grossmünster and Fraumünster churches, as well as St. Peter's Church, which features the largest clock tower in Europe. We then stroll along Bahnhofstrasse, the city's main shopping street. Afterward, we proceed to Lucerne. In this enchanting city, we admire the Lion Monument, erected in memory of the 800 Swiss guards who died protecting King Louis XVI and his family, the Chapel Bridge, and the breathtaking views of Lake Lucerne. Following the tour, we transfer back to our hotel for overnight accommodation. Please note that depending on regional congestion, lodging may be arranged in nearby towns such as Mulhouse, Colmar, Strasbourg, Basel, or Belfort.
STRASBOURG REGION – STUTTGART–IZMIR (ADB)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will have free time until the time set by our guide, followed by transfer to the airport. After completing ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we will depart for Izmir on Sun Express Airlines flight XQ 993 at 22:20. We will arrive at Adnan Menderes Airport at 02:10 local time, concluding our tour.
What's Included
- Sun Express Airlines scheduled flights with İzmir-Brussels outbound/Stuttgart–İzmir return economy class airplane tickets
- Airport taxes
- Private vehicle transfers from airport to hotel and back to airport
- Panoramic city tours
- Turkish-speaking guide service
- Room + breakfast
- Airport taxes
- Private vehicle transfers from airport to hotel and back to airport
- Panoramic city tours
- Turkish-speaking guide service
- Room + breakfast
Not Included
- Departure tax fee
- Schengen visa
- Travel health insurance
- Personal expenses
- City and hotel tax (50 Euro will be collected by the guide)
- Extra tours
- Driver tip
- Schengen visa
- Travel health insurance
- Personal expenses
- City and hotel tax (50 Euro will be collected by the guide)
- Extra tours
- Driver tip