Travel with Pegasus Airlines
Viva Benelux&Paris&Alsace and Switzerland Tour
In the land of Western European Kingdoms, from the Alps to the English Channel in 1 week
Amsterdam – (Marken) – (Volendam) – (Zaanse Schans) – (Brugge) – Brussels – Paris – (La Vallée Village Designer Outlet) - (Luxembourg) – Metz - Alsace - Strasbourg – (Colmar) – Basel – (Luzern)
Travel Dates :
March 16 / April 6 / May 18 / May 23 / May 25 / June 1 / June 15 / June 22 / June 29 / July 6 / July 13 / July 20 / July 27 / August 3 / August 10 / August 17 / August 24 / August 31 / September 7 / September 14 / September 21 / September 28 / October 5 / October 12 / October 19 / October 26 / November 2 / November 9 / November 23
Special Days :
Ramadan Feast and April Semester Break: March 16
May 19 Atatürk Memorial, Youth and Sports Day: May 18
Eid al-Adha : May 23 / May 25
July 15 Democracy and National Unity Day : July 13
October 29 Republic Day : October 26
November Semester Break: November 9
Day 1: Istanbul – Amsterdam (Marken-Volendam)
Meet in front of the Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport International Departures Terminal counter. After ticketing, baggage and passport procedures, depart with Pegasus Airlines flight PC1251 at 08:50 to Amsterdam. Arrive in Amsterdam at 11:35. After passport, baggage, and customs procedures, at our arrival, we will do a panoramic city tour; first visiting the Royal Palace of Amsterdam, De Bijenkorf Shopping Center, Nieuwe Kerk, and the National Monument which holds a significant place in Dutch history, along with the lively and popular Dam Square where you can feel the city’s pulse, see the canal houses that charm with their architecture during the day, walk around the streets visited by many tourists, and in the evenings, enjoy the very different atmosphere of the Red Light District (Red Light), also visiting the oldest, most famous, and most touristy sites like Jordaan, the city’s nightlife hub Leidseplein Square, and the sculptures at Rembrandtplein Square named after the Dutch renowned painter Rembrandt van Rijn. Finally, we complete our tour with the Kalverstraat street, home to many world-famous brands along 750 meters of shopping. Guests who wish can participate in the extra organized Holland’s wonder Marken – Volendam tour. (65 EUR)Our first stop on the tour is Marken. This wonderful island, originally an island but later connected to the mainland by filling in, will be explored, then we head to Volendam. Volendam, with its port, characteristic Dutch houses, and traditional costumes, captivates everyone instantly. You can taste delicious seafood and cheeses, buy affordable souvenirs. After a pleasant time here, we transfer back to our hotel.
Lunch: Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Dinner: Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Accommodation: Amsterdam or surrounds - Ibis Style Almere 4*, Hotel Brukelen 3* etc.
Route: Istanbul-Amsterdam
Check-in time;
Depending on traffic, approx. 20:00
Day 2: Amsterdam – (Zaanse Schans) – Brussels
After breakfast, free time until the time determined by our guide. Guests wishing can participate in the extra organized Zaanse Schans tour. (60 EUR). We head to Zaanse Schans. This charming village, with its historic windmills dating back to the 17th century that are still operational and untouched nature, is a veritable open-air museum of Holland. Walking through the historic windmills and wooden houses, you'll feel like exploring an open-air museum of Holland. After the tour, we head to Brussels, where the city tour includes many historic structures, restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops. The main and lively square Grand Place, the 13th-century Gothic styled Town Hall with a 96-meter-high tower, the Manneken Pis etching of a playful child, the Atomium with 18-meter diameter representing magnified crystal structures, the Royal Palace of Belgium, the impressive Saint Jacques sur Coudenberg Church, followed by free time and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Included at the hotel, included in the tour price.
Lunch:Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Dinner: Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Accommodation: Ibis Wavre 3*, B&B Hotel Mechelen 3* etc.
Route:Amsterdam-Brussels 210 km
Check-in time; Depending on traffic, approx. 20:00
Day 3: Brussels – (Brugge) – Paris – (La Vallée Village Designer Outlet)
After breakfast, drive towards Paris. Guests wishing can participate in the extra organized Brugge tour. (60 EUR) Brugge, which has remained intact in its medieval architecture during World War II, continues to be beautiful and charming. Our tour of Brugge's heart, the Market Square with colorful houses, the clock tower, the streets filled with the delicious smell of cacao and chocolates, and the canals and bridges that give the city its unique beauty, will be followed by free time to enjoy the city. After the tour, we arrive in Paris and transfer to our hotel. Guests who wish can participate in the extra organized La Vallée Village Designer Outlet tour. (30 EUR). Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Included at the hotel, in the tour price.
Lunch:Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Dinner: Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Accommodation: B&B Hotel Nord 2 Cdg 3*, Hotel Ibis d’Orly 3* etc.
Route: Brussels-Bruges 102 km, Bruges-Paris 297 km
Check-in time; Depending on traffic, approx. 20:00
Day 4: Paris
After breakfast, free time. Guests who wish can join the extra organized Paris Wonders Tour (Eiffel Tower, Seine River cruise included). (85 EUR) First, we go to the symbol of Paris and France, the Eiffel Tower, and ascend to the 2nd floor. Then, we take a boat tour on the Seine River, enjoying the view of Paris’s magnificent buildings, passing under the bridges, creating unforgettable moments. Among the sights seen during this boat ride are the American Church, the Parliament, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Orsay Museum, Île de la Cité, Notre Dame Cathedral, Justice Palace, Conciergerie Prison, City Hall, the Museum of Modern Art, and the Louvre Palace. Afterwards, we visit the Trocadéro Square with high columns, the world's largest roundabout, where 12 streets meet, the Arc de Triomphe, luxury brand shops, cafes, restaurants, cinemas, and souvenir shops along the famous Champs-Élysées, and the emblematic Place de la Concorde. Finally, we end our panoramic tour with a visit to the Paris Perfume Museum. Guests who wish can participate in the extra organized Montmartre Painters’ Hill tour. (45 EUR) We will ascend to the Montmartre Hill, also known as the Bohemian Artists’ Quarter, by funicular. Here, we see the Sacré-Cœur Basilica and have free time in the Artists’ Square for portraits. Return to our hotel. Overnight stay.
Breakfast: Included at the hotel, in the tour price.
Lunch:Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Dinner: Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Accommodation: B&B Hotel Nord 2 Cdg 3*, Hotel Ibis d’Orly 3* etc.
Route: Paris
Day 5: Paris – Reims – (Luxembourg) – Metz
After breakfast at our hotel, we head to Reims. Reims, located in the Northeastern France's Champagne-Ardenne region (now Grand Est), is a fascinating city with roots dating back to the Roman Empire. It has witnessed many critical events; notably, in 451 AD, during the fall of the Western Roman Empire, it was invaded by Attila the Hun. Reims’s main importance lies in hosting the Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral, where French kings were traditionally crowned, and an outstanding example of Gothic architecture. After Reims, we proceed to Metz or Thionville. Guests wishing can participate in the extra organized Luxembourg tour. (55 EUR). We move to Luxembourg. Upon arrival, we start a panoramic city tour of Europe’s most organized and well-maintained city, known as the land of fairy tales. Enjoy breathtaking views of Petrus Valley, the old city center with narrow streets, the Ducal Palace that once served as a hotel and now as a government building, and free time exploring the city. We then transfer to our hotel for the night.
Breakfast: Included at the hotel, in the tour price.
Lunch:Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Dinner: Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Accommodation: Metz or Thionville. Ace Hotel Metz 3*, Hotel Tulip Inn Thionville 3* etc.
Route: Paris-Reims 144 km, Reims – Metz 191 km
Day 6: Metz – Strasbourg – (Colmar) – Basel
After breakfast, we head towards the Alsace region. First, we arrive in Strasbourg and do a city tour. In Strasbourg, we see the colorful Alsace houses, Petit France district, the tallest Gothic church Notre Dame, the historic city center Grand Île, the Kammerzell House, and the European Parliament. Guests who wish can participate in the extra organized Colmar tour. (65 EUR) We then head to Colmar, the tourist capital of the Alsace region. In Colmar, we see colorful historic buildings with flower-lined windows and balconies from the 1200s along the Rhine River, the impressive Saint Martin Church, the charming Marche Couvert covered market resembling a grain market, and the small Venice called Petit Venice. After free time, we transfer to our hotel in Basel, Mulhouse, or surrounding area. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast: Included at the hotel, in the tour price.
Lunch:Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Dinner: Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Accommodation: Basel, Mulhouse or surrounding area. Hotel B&B Mulhouse 3*, Hotel Ibis Basel 3* etc.
Route: Metz-Strasbourg 166 km, Strasbourg-Colmar 73 km, Colmar-Basel 64 km
Day 7: Basel – (Lucerne) – Istanbul
After breakfast, we transfer from Basel to Basel Airport. Guests wishing can join the extra organized Swiss postcard city Luzern tour. (95 EUR) We head to Luzern. Located in Northern-Central Switzerland and considered Switzerland’s hidden capital, Luzern is also known as the homeland of the national hero William Tell. Although not as prominent as Zurich, Luzern is one of Switzerland’s most touristic cities. Situated in the heart of magnificent nature by Lake Reuss where the river meets the lake, it is rich in history, art, and architecture, attracting many tourists. We will do a panoramic city tour and have free time. Afterward, we transfer to Basel Airport. Our tour ends with transfer to Basel Airport as specified by our tour leader. After ticketing, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart on Pegasus Airlines flight PC942 at 18:05 to Istanbul. Arrive in Istanbul at 22:00. We look forward to seeing you on your next trip!Our transfer from Basel Airport to Basel Airport is completed.
Breakfast: Included at the hotel, in the tour price.
Lunch:Free time at a location determined by the guide, extra charge applicable.
Route: Basel – Luzern 99 km, Luzern – Basel Airport 104 km
Extras Total: 560 EUR / Advantageous Package 450 EUR