NEW YEAR Grand Benelux&Paris&Alsace and Switzerland Tour
WITH AJET
In the land of Western European Kingdoms, 1 week from the Alps to the English Channel
No Extra Tours - All Tours Included !!!
6 Nights 7 Days
Lucerne – Basel – Colmar – Strasbourg – Alsace – Metz – Schengen – Luxembourg – Paris – Bruges
Brussels – Amsterdam – Volendam - Cologne
Tour Departure Dates
27 December
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 Istanbul – Zurich – Lucerne – Basel
Gathering in front of the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport .... After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Zurich on AJET Airlines flight VF53 at 11:55. Arrival in Zurich at 13:00. After passport, baggage, and customs procedures, upon our arrival,
we head to Lucerne. Located in the north-central lands of Switzerland and defined as Switzerland's secret capital, Lucerne is also known as the ancestral home of the national hero Wilhelm Tell. Although not among the first cities that come to mind like Zurich, it is one of Switzerland's most touristy cities. Founded where the Reuss river meets the lake amidst magnificent nature, surrounded by stunning mountains, Lucerne ranks among the most visited cities by tourists with its richness in history, art, and architecture. After our panoramic city tour and free time in Lucerne, we transfer to our hotel located in Basel or the surrounding area. Overnight at our hotel.
Lunch:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Basel, Mulhouse or surroundings. Hotel B&B Mulhouse 3*, Hotel Ibis Basel 3* etc.
Route: Basel – Lucerne 99 km , Lucerne – Basel 99 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 2 Basel – Colmar – Strasbourg – Metz
After breakfast, we head to Colmar, the tourist capital of the Alsace region. During our visit to Colmar, France's hidden paradise; colorful historic buildings with flowers hanging from windows and balconies dating back to the 1200s along the Rhine River, the impressive Saint Martin Church, the very interesting covered market Marche Couvert resembling a corn exchange, and the Petit Venice canal are seen. After free time, we head to Strasbourg. Upon our arrival in Strasbourg, we conduct our city tour of Strasbourg. During our visit to Strasbourg, we see the Petit France region surrounded by colorful Alsace houses, Notre Dame, considered the world's 6th highest church and the finest example of Gothic architecture, the historic city center Grand Île, Kammerzell House, one of the city's most famous structures, and the European Parliament. Afterward, we transfer to our hotel. Metz or Thionville. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Metz or Thionville. Ace Hotel Metz 3*, Hotel Tulip Inn Thionville 3* etc.
Route: Basel-Colmar 64 km, Colmar-Strasbourg 73 km, Strasbourg-Metz 166 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 3 Metz – Luxembourg – Schengen- Paris
After breakfast, we head to Luxembourg. Upon our arrival, we begin our tour in Luxembourg, known as a fairy tale land for tourists and one of Europe's most orderly and well-maintained cities. In our panoramic city tour, we will see the Petrus Valley with its magnificent views where you can take photos, the old city center and narrow streets, and the Dukes' Palace, which served as an hotel before being restored into a government building and has become a symbol of national independence for Luxembourg. Afterwards, we continue to Schengen. Upon our arrival, after the Schengen Agreement was signed in this region, giving rise to the Schengen visa known worldwide by this name, you can taste some very special wines made by the local people and witness the lifestyle of this natural wonder village and its few inhabitants. After our tour and free time, we head to Metz or Thionville for accommodation. Transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: B&B Hotel Nord 2 Cdg 3*, Hotel Ibis d'Orly 3* etc.
Route: Metz-Schengen 51 km, Schengen-Luxembourg 36 km, Luxembourg-Paris 373 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 4 Paris
After breakfast, we begin our panoramic city tour of Paris. We continue with the Champs-Élysées, one of the world's most famous and luxurious boulevards, housing luxury fashion brand stores, cafes, restaurants, cinemas, and tourist shops; the famous Concorde Square; the Arc de Triomphe; and the Trocadéro Square with its high columns and wings hosting many museums today, welcoming souvenir sellers and skaters. Afterwards, we ascend to the 2nd floor of the Eiffel Tower, the symbol of both Paris and France. Then we go on a boat tour on the Seine River. You will see Paris's most magnificent buildings up close and experience unforgettable moments passing under the bridges of the Seine River. Places to be seen during this boat tour include the American Church, National Assembly, Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Musée d'Orsay, Cité Island, Notre Dame Cathedral, Palais de Justice, Conciergerie Prison, City Hall, Centre Pompidou (Modern Art Museum), and the Louvre Palace. At the end of the tour, we will take the funicular up to Montmartre Hill, known today as the hill where bohemian life continues. After seeing Sacré-Coeur (Basilica of the Sacred Heart), you will have free time to have your portrait taken at the Place du Tertre. After the Montmartre tour, there is free time. Transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: B&B Hotel Nord 2 Cdg 3*, Hotel Ibis d'Orly 3* etc.
Route:Paris
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 5 Paris-Bruges-Brussels
After breakfast, we head to Bruges, which has preserved its medieval architecture until today because it was never damaged during World War II, always beautiful and enchanting. After seeing the heart of Bruges, the Market Square surrounded by colorful houses, various cafes, and the famous clock tower; streets filled with countless shops smelling of cocoa and chocolate; and the canals and bridges that give the city a completely different beauty, we head to Brussels. In our Brussels city tour, we see the Grand Place, the city's most important and lively square surrounded by many historic buildings, restaurants, cafes, and souvenir shops; the Hôtel de Ville, built in the Gothic style in the 13th century at this same square, with its 96-meter-high tower used for special occasions like royal family weddings; the Manneken Pis, Brussels' most famous iconic structure, a 61 cm tall bronze statue of a urinating child built in the 17th century; the Atomium, another famous icon of Brussels with its unusual design depicting a magnified iron crystal 165 billion times, consisting of 9 sections with a diameter of 18 meters; the Royal Palace of Belgium located in front of the Brussels Park; and the impressive Saint Jacques sur Coudenberg Church nearby. After seeing these, there is free time and transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Ibis Wavre 3*, B&B Hotel Mechelen 3* etc.
Route:Paris-Bruges 324 km, Bruges-Brussels 105 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 6 Brussels – Amsterdam
After breakfast, we head to Amsterdam. Upon our arrival, we begin our panoramic city tour. During our panoramic city tour; first, we measure the pulse of the city at the bustling and popular Dam Square, home to the Amsterdam Royal Palace, De Bijenkorf Shopping Center, Nieuwe Kerk, and the National Monument which holds an important place in Dutch history. We see canal houses dazzling with their architecture during the day, and Red Light District (Red Light Street) which takes on a completely different atmosphere at night with its red rooms, visited by many tourists for walking tours. We visit Jordaan, one of Amsterdam's oldest, most famous, and most touristy points; Leidseplein, the square famous for Amsterdam's nightlife; and Rembrandtplein Square, always lively and moving, named after the famous Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn, with its statues attracting attention. Finally, we complete our tour with Kalverstraat street, one of Amsterdam's busiest shopping centers with a length of 750 meters featuring world-famous brands. Transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Dinner:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Accommodation: Amsterdam or Surroundings - Ibis Style Almere 4*, Hotel Brukelen 3* etc.
Route:Brussels – Amsterdam 211 km
Hotel Check-in Time; Approximately 20:00 depending on road conditions
Day 7 Amsterdam - Volendam – Cologne - Istanbul
After breakfast, we visit Volendam, which has become a symbol of the Netherlands. This city, famous for its historic harbor and seafood, offers magnificent sea views, hospitable local people, and insights into Dutch maritime traditions. During the Volendam tour, you can see typical Dutch village houses and taste famous Dutch cheeses. After our Volendam tour, in the heart of Belgium, we give free time for shopping enthusiasts at Maasmechelen Village Outlet, where luxury and discounts meet, offering world-famous brands at attractive prices alongside breathtaking architecture. Afterwards, we arrive in Cologne and conduct a Panoramic Tour of Cologne. Built around the Rhine River with roots extending from the Middle Ages to the Roman period, Cologne is a captivating German city that has maintained its importance as one of Europe's most important trade centers for centuries. The city, which has historically been an open-air museum, makes a name for itself with its still-standing Roman walls, many medieval churches, and rich historical structures; however, Cologne's real magic lies in the magnificent Cologne Gothic Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the pinnacle of Gothic architecture. During our panoramic tour, we will feel the heart of the city by seeing the Hohenzollernbrücke Bridge, famous for thousands of love locks right next to the Cathedral, and the Kaiser Wilhelm II Monument. After completing the tour of this special city that also appeals to the palate with its famous Cologne chocolates, our transfer to Cologne Airport will take place at the time specified by the guide. After ticket, baggage, and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul on Ajet Airlines flight VF92 at 00:30. Arrival in Istanbul at 05:30. Hope to see you on your next journey ...
Breakfast; Will be taken at our hotel and is included in the tour price.
Lunch:Will be taken additionally during free time at a place determined by the guide.
Eiffel Tower, Seine River Boat Tour, Montmartre Funicular, Hotel Accommodation Taxes, Tourist City Taxes and Local Guides per person: 155 EUR
Guests accept in advance that they will pay the amount previously announced in the tour program to the tour leader during the trip for payments related to costs incurred such as participation in the organized tours specified in the tour program without disrupting the program, and consequently for local guides, museum & monument entrance fees, city taxes, audio headset systems if any, etc. The guest has been fully and completely informed about this matter.
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