Maxi Benelux & Paris & Alsace - with Ajet Airlines

Tour details

1st Day                 İSTANBUL – COLOGNE – AMSTERDAM

We meet three hours before departure at the domestic departure terminal of Sabiha Gökçen Airport. After baggage, ticket, and check-in procedures, we depart to Cologne with the scheduled flight of Pegasus Airlines. Upon arrival, we start our city tour of Cologne with the private bus waiting for us at the airport. In Cologne city tour, we will see the Gothic Cathedral, shopping streets, and the Rhine River.

 

2nd Day                 AMSTERDAM – (Zaanse Schans MARKEN VOLENDAM)

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Amsterdam.  Guests who wish can participate in our extra tour, organized by our guide, called “Zaanse Schans & Marken & Volendam” (75 Euros). We visit the famous windmill village of Zaanse Schans, known for its traditional windmills. Then we move on to the tour of Marken and Volendam, historic fishing villages with old houses and ports, and we visit the small island of Marken. On our way back, we go into the city center of Amsterdam again to visit the famous diamond museum and then have free time.  Guests who wish can join the additional “Amsterdam Night Tour” (25 Euros).

 

3rd Day                 AMSTERDAM – (BRUGGE) – BRUSSELS – PARIS

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Brussels.  On the way, guests who wish can participate in our extra tour, organized by our guide, called “Brugge” (35 Euros). This charming Medieval city known for its lace and tapestry, offers the opportunity to see the marketplace, Belfry Tower, and the magnificent view of the City of Brugge. After that, we move on to Brussels. In Brussels, we visit the Grand Place, one of Europe's most beautiful squares, distinguished by its three architectural styles: Baroque, Gothic, and Louis XIV. Our tour includes the Grand Palace Square, Stock Exchange Building, Guild Halls, and chocolate shops. After the tour, we transfer to Paris. Guests who wish can participate in the extra “Panoramic Paris Night Tour” (25 Euros). We will see the city illuminated, including the famous Champs Elysees boulevard, and have the chance to view the Eiffel Tower lit up at night. After the tour, we transfer to Paris, and have dinner and free shopping time. Overnight at our hotel.

 

4th Day                 PARIS

After breakfast at the hotel, there is free time.  Guests who wish can join our extra tour, organized by our guide, called “Paris Icons and Seine River” (85 Euros). During this tour, we will enjoy breathtaking views of the city, including the Eiffel Tower's second floor, and a boat cruise on the Seine River. We will see the most magnificent buildings of Paris, pass under the bridges of the Seine River, and experience unforgettable moments. Among the sights to be seen during the boat trip are the American Church, the Parliament, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Orsay Museum, the Île de la Cité, the Notre Dame Cathedral, the Palace of Justice, the Conciergerie Prison, the Town Hall, the Modern Art Museum, and the Louvre Palace. After the cruise, we will walk through the lively Pigalle district, known for its bohemian atmosphere, and climb to the Montmartre hill, famous for its artists and the Sacré-Cœur Basilica. You will have free time at Montmartre Square for portraits and lunch. After that, we visit the Fragonard Perfume Museum and then transfer to Paris. Overnight at our hotel.

 

5th Day             PARIS – (METZ & REIMS) – LUXEMBOURG

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Luxembourg.  On the way, guests who wish can participate in our extra tour, organized by our guide, called “Metz & Reims” (50 Euros). We visit Metz, one of France's most beautiful medieval cities, with a history of 3000 years, located at the confluence of the Moselle and Seille rivers, and see significant sites such as the Place of Arms, Metz Cathedral, German Gate, and Saint Neumann Church. Then, we proceed to Reims, the city where French kings were crowned. After the tour, we transfer to Luxembourg. During the Luxembourg city tour, you will see the Petrus Valley, Old Town, narrow streets, the city cathedral, and the Duke’s Palace. There will be free time for dinner and shopping. Overnight at our hotel.

 

6th Day                 LUXEMBOURG – (TRIER – STRASBOURG) – ALSACE

After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Alsace.  Guests who wish can join our extra tour called “Trier & Strasbourg” (70 Euros). During this tour, we will visit Trier, with its magnificent structures from the Roman era, large squares, natural areas, museums, and UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Porta Nigra, Roman baths, and old churches. Then we continue to Strasbourg, a city on the Rhine wine route, with its impressive architecture, Petite France, Cathedral Square, Notre Dame Cathedral, Kammerzell House, and more. We also see Châteaux sites, modern streets, and the old town. After the tour, we transfer to Alsace and enjoy dinner and shopping time. Overnight at our hotel.

 

7th Day                 ALSACE – (COLMAR – RIQUEWIHR – EGUISHEIM)

After breakfast at the hotel, there is free time. Guests who wish can join our optional tour called “Colmar & Riquewihr & Eguisheim” (65 Euros). During this tour, we will visit the Old Customs House, Pfister House, and the colorful houses around the Rhine, including the Petite France area. In a unique environment surrounded by the Rhine and its canals, you will find delicious foods and souvenirs to take home. Then we will visit the charming villages of the Alsace region. Eguisheim, member of “France’s Most Beautiful Villages” club since 2003, was chosen as France’s favorite village in 2013 by the French. Our next stop will be the enchanting Riquewihr, a village attracting 2 million visitors annually, with a fairy-tale atmosphere and colorful houses built with wood and stone, perfectly harmonious. We will have free time to explore these villages. Tour after the tour, we transfer to Alsace, enjoy dinner and shopping, and stay overnight at our hotel.

 

 

8th Day                 BASEL – ISTANBUL

After breakfast at the hotel, the rooms are vacated, and your guide will inform you of the departure time to the airport. With the scheduled flight of Pegasus Airlines, we fly back to Istanbul. Upon arrival at Sabiha Gökçen Airport, our tour and services end.

What's included
Travelling with a scheduled flight of Air Transport Airlines from Istanbul (SAW) to Cologne (CGN) outbound, Basel (BSL) to Istanbul (SAW) return, economy class plane ticket Airport taxes 3* out-of-town hotel stays for 7 nights with bed & breakfast Airport-hotel-airport transfers All city transfers with our private buses Cologne City Sightseeing Tour Amsterdam City Sightseeing Tour Luxembourg City Sightseeing Tour Brussels City Sightseeing Tour Professional Turkish-speaking guiding services TURSAB professional liability insurance
Not included
- Visa fee, service charge - Travel health insurance - Lunch and dinner not specified in the program - All personal expenses and hotel extras - Outbound departure fee - Extra tours - Driver tips 10 Euro per person (optional) - Accommodation city taxes (100 euro per person to be paid to the guide)
Need to Know

 

SAMPLE HOTELS

 

AMSTERDAM

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PARIS

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LUXEMBOURG

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ALSACE

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3*** Ibis Hotels

3*** Best Western Hotels

3*** Ibis Hotels

3*** Campanile Hotels

3*** Ibis Hotels

3*Appart’City Mulhouse

3*Ibis Styles Basel City

         

 

ADVANTAGEOUS EXTRA TOUR PACKAGES

490 EUR

450 EUR

 

**** Rotterdam Tour (30 Euro) + Zaanse Schans & Marken & Volendam (75 Euro) + Amsterdam Night Tour (25 Euro) + Bruges Tour (35 Euro) + Panoramic Paris Night Tour (25 Euro) + Paris Icons and Seine River Tour (85 Euro) + Outlet Tour (30 Euro) + Metz & Reims Tour (50 Euro) + Strasbourg & Trier (70 Euro) + Colmar & Riquewihr & Eguisheim ( 65 Euro) ****

 

                                                            *** Age 0-2 free, 2-12 discounted by 50% ***

 

 

ACCOMMODATION AND FLIGHT NOTES

  • Luxembourg accommodation is provided in the Saarbrücken, Thionville, Metz regions.
  • Hotel check-in times are between 15:00 – 17:00 / check-out times are between 10:00 – 12:00.
  • Departure and arrival times are local times.
  • *Flights marked with an asterisk arrive on the day after the departure date.
  • Ask about domestic connection details and fare differences.
  • Group prices are not applicable; ask about our special offers.

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