ISTANBUL (SAW) – DUSSELDORF-AMSTERDAM
After baggage and check-in procedures at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport, we depart for Düsseldorf on AJet Flight VF105 at 14:05. Upon arrival in Düsseldorf at 15:35 local time, we will proceed to Amsterdam. During our city tour in Amsterdam, highlights include Dam Square, the Royal Palace, the National Monument, and Central Station. Guests wishing to do so may visit the Flower Market and the Red Light District during their free time. Transfer to our hotel in Amsterdam and overnight stay at the hotel.
AMSTERDAM
After breakfast, we embark on our magnificent Holland tour. We visit the towns of Marken and Volendam, explore Zaanse Schans, and cruise through Amsterdam's canals by boat. During the canal tour, you will enjoy scenic views of Amsterdam, known as the "Venice of the North," admiring its picturesque canals and bridges. Next, we visit a world-famous diamond factory. You won't be able to get enough of your time spent in the harbor area of Volendam, an old fishing village that inspired the song "If you want to see the true beauty of Holland, go to Volendam." In Marken, you can observe the charming lives of fishermen living in small, cozy houses and take advantage of opportunities to buy souvenirs at affordable prices. We also have the chance to experience Zaanse Schans, a magical town dotted with windmills. After the tour, we depart for Düsseldorf. Following our panoramic city tour, we transfer to our hotel. Guests who wish may join an optional evening Amsterdam tour. Overnight stay at our hotel.
AMSTERDAM-PARIS
After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for Paris. Along the way, we will enjoy a tour of Bruges, where we will explore the city renowned for its historic canals, ancient bridges, and UNESCO-protected architecture. Following the tour, we continue to Paris. Upon arrival, we embark on a panoramic city tour featuring the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, the Louvre Museum (home to Da Vinci's famous painting), its iconic pyramid, Musée d'Orsay, Arc de Triomphe, Place de l'Étoile, Napoleon's Tomb, the National Assembly building, Pont Alexandre III, the Grand Palais and Petit Palais (built in 1900 for the Industrial Fair), and Place de la Concorde, the site of the 1789 French Revolution. After the tour, we transfer back to our hotel for an overnight stay.
Paris
After breakfast, our tour will include the Eiffel Tower, a Seine River boat cruise, Montmartre's Artists' Hill, and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. During the tour, you'll have the opportunity to ascend to the second floor of the Eiffel Tower and discover this magical city from above. Next, enjoy a one-hour boat ride along the Seine, circling the islands while taking in panoramic views of Paris and its bridges from the water. We then proceed to Montmartre, the highest point in Paris, via cable car. Afterward, you'll have free time at Place du Tertre, famous for the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, where you can experience the bohemian lifestyle and explore shopping opportunities before concluding the tour. Guests who wish may optionally join an evening "Paris by Lights" tour, which is scheduled based on sunset times. Overnight accommodation at our hotel.
Paris-Luxembourg
After breakfast, we depart for Luxembourg. Upon arrival, we begin a panoramic city tour. The capital city of Luxembourg, sharing the same name as the country, is inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List and holds the unique distinction of having been named European Capital of Culture twice, in 1995 and 2007. Highlights of our city tour include Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Grand Ducal Palace, the City Hall, Constitution Square, and the valley of the Pétrusse River. Following the tour, we transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay.
Luxembourg-Alsace
After breakfast, we head to Alsace. Transfer to our hotel in the Alsace region. Overnight stay at our hotel.
ALSACE
After breakfast, our tour of Eguisheim, Colmar, and Riquewihr will begin. 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 exploring Eguisheim, we head to our second destination: Colmar. Known for its colorful houses, flower-lined streets, and enchanting beauty, Colmar holds great significance as the starting point of the Alsace Wine Route. The city's canals, fed by tributaries of the Rhine River, add to its charm. Lining the riverbanks are vivid historic buildings dating back to the 12th century, making them the most distinctive and remarkable feature of the city. During our visit to Colmar, we stroll through its carnival-like streets, visiting St. Martin's Cathedral with its iconic stork nests, Rue Marchande (Merchants' Street), and the area known as "Petite Venise," meaning "Little Venice." Our final stop is Riquewihr, Alsace's most famous village. With its harmonious blend of two-story half-timbered and concrete houses, each uniquely colored and shaped, this quaint town of about 1,200 residents welcomes over 2 million visitors annually. In this wonderful city where history, culture, and nature intertwine, you won't be able to take enough photos. After the tour, we transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay. Depending on regional capacity, accommodation may be arranged in nearby cities such as Mulhouse, Colmar, Strasbourg, Basel, Belfort, or Karlsruhe.
ALSACE-BASEL- ISTANBUL (SAW)
After breakfast at our hotel, rooms must be vacated. Free time until the time specified by your guide, followed by transfer to the airport. After completing baggage and ticket procedures, we will depart on Ajet Airlines' scheduled flight VF28 at 14:55. Arrival at Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport at 20:00 local time, marking the end of our tour.