ISTANBUL – DÜSSELDORF – AMSTERDAM
After baggage and check-in procedures at the Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal, we depart for Düsseldorf on Turkish Airlines flight TK1525 at 11:30. Upon arrival in Düsseldorf at 13:50 local time, we proceed to Amsterdam. Our city tour will include Dam Square, the Royal Palace, the National Monument, and Central Station. Guests who wish may visit the Flower Market and the Red Light District during their free time. Following the tour, we transfer to our hotel in Amsterdam for overnight accommodation.
AMSTERDAM
After breakfast, we will embark on our magnificent Holland tour. We will visit the towns of Marken and Volendam, explore Zaanse Schans, and enjoy a boat cruise through Amsterdam's canals. During our canal tour, set against the stunning backdrop of Amsterdam, known as the "Venice of the North," we will admire its picturesque canals and bridges. Next, we will tour the 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, you must go to Volendam." In Marken, you can observe the charming lives of fishermen living in their quaint little houses and take advantage of opportunities to buy souvenirs at affordable prices. We will also have the chance to experience Zaanse Schans, a magical town dotted with windmills. After the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel for an overnight stay.
AMSTERDAM-BRUGGE-BRUSSELS
After breakfast at our hotel, we will depart for Brussels. Along the way, we will enjoy a guided tour of Bruges, exploring its historic canals, ancient bridges, and UNESCO-protected landmarks. Upon arrival in Brussels, we will take a panoramic city tour visiting some of the city's most beautiful sites, including the Royal Palace, the Chinese and Japanese Houses, Grand Place (the main square), the Stock Exchange Building, the Atomium monument, Heysel Stadium, and, of course, the famous Manneken Pis statue. You may also choose to sample and purchase exquisite Belgian chocolates unique to Brussels. After the tour, we will transfer back to our hotel for an overnight stay.
Brussels-Paris
After breakfast at our hotel, we depart for Paris. Upon arrival, our panoramic city tour will include the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, the Louvre Museum (home to Da Vinci's paintings) and its famous 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 cruise along the Seine, circling the islands while taking in views of Paris and its bridges from the water. We then proceed to Montmartre, Paris's highest hill, via cable car. Afterward, you'll have free time at Place du Tertre, known 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 additional evening tour, "Paris by Night," for 45 EUR. Overnight stay at our hotel. (Note: The "Paris by Night" tour is scheduled according to sunset times.)
PARIS
After breakfast, we will proceed with the Empire's Memories tour, followed by visits to the Fragonard Perfume Museum, Luxembourg Gardens, and Versailles Palace, along with an outlet shopping excursion. Overnight stay at our hotel.
PARIS – LUXEMBOURG
After breakfast, we depart for Luxembourg. Upon arrival, we will enjoy 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 Town Hall, Constitution Square, and the valley of the Pétrusse River. Following the tour, we will transfer to our hotel for an overnight stay.
Luxembourg-Dusseldorf-Istanbul
After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, check out of your rooms. You will have free time until the time specified by your guide. Following this, transfer to the airport. Complete baggage and ticket procedures, then depart on Turkish Airlines' scheduled flight TK1528 at 18:45. Arrival at Istanbul Airport at 23:00 local time, marking the end of our tour.