Alps Heart Tour Basel & Zurich & Geneva with Turkish Airlines, Special April 23, 2027 (BSL-GVA)

Day 1: Istanbul – Basel 

We meet our valued guests at 04:00 in front of the Turkish Airlines counter at Istanbul Airport International Departures Terminal. After check-in and passport procedures, we depart for Basel at 07:40 on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1923. Upon our arrival in Basel at 09:45 local time, we complete our passport and baggage procedures and begin our panoramic Basel city tour with our private coach waiting for us. During our panoramic city tour in Basel, one of Switzerland's important cultural centers, the places to be seen include Basel Cathedral (Basel Münster), the banks of the Rhine River, the historic city center, Hotel Les Trois Rois, and Marktplatz, considered the heart of the city. After our city tour, guests who wish may join the Freiburg & Alsace Fairytale Towns Tour, which will be organized as an extra by our guide. After the tour, we depart for our hotel in Basel and the surrounding area. Overnight at our hotel in Basel and the surrounding area.

EXTRA TOUR: Freiburg & Alsace Fairytale Towns Tour (Colmar – Riquewihr – Strasbourg) | Per Person: 90 € 

We set off on an unforgettable discovery tour covering three countries located at the intersection of Switzerland, Germany, and France. Our first stop will be Freiburg, considered the capital of Germany's Black Forest region. During the walking tour we will do in the historic city center, the Münster Cathedral, Town Square, historic guild houses, and the water channels (Bächle), which have become symbols of the city, are among the places to be seen. During the free time we will give, you may explore the lively atmosphere of the city and have the opportunity to taste local delicacies and shop. Then, we cross into France's Alsace region and visit Colmar, known as the "Little Venice" with its colorful half-timbered houses, flower-decorated streets, and canals. The Old Town Square, Maison Pfister, Saint Martin Church, and the Petite Venise area are among the places to be seen. After photo breaks, we give free time. Then we head to Riquewihr, one of the most beautiful towns on the Alsace Wine Route. In this fairytale town, which fascinates visitors with its historic fabric preserved from the Middle Ages to the present day, stone streets, colorful houses, and boutique shops, we enjoy a pleasant walk and free time, then proceed to Strasbourg, the capital of the Alsace region. During our panoramic city tour in Strasbourg, the historic city center listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral, Kléber Square, and the Petite France district, famous for its canals and historic half-timbered houses, are among the places to be seen panoramically. After the short free time we will give, we return to our hotel in the Basel region.

DAY 2: BASEL – ZURICH

After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we head to Zurich, Switzerland's largest city and one of its important financial centers. Upon arrival, we begin our panoramic city tour. During our tour, Bahnhofstrasse, Fraumünster Church, Grossmünster Cathedral, the Limmat River, Lake Zurich, the Opera House, and the historic city center are among the places to be seen panoramically. After our city tour, we give free time. Guests who wish may join the Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein Fairytale Town Tour, which will be organized as an extra by our guide. Overnight at our hotel in Zurich and the surrounding area.

EXTRA TOUR: Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein Fairytale Town Tour Per Person: 75 €

First, we head to Rhine Falls (Rheinfall), the waterfall with the highest flow rate in Europe. We stop for photos at this unique spot, where water cascades from about 23 meters high and offers one of nature's most impressive views. Guests who wish may join the boat tour (subject to weather conditions and at extra cost) that approaches the rock in the middle of the waterfall and experience this magnificent natural wonder up close. Then, we head to Stein am Rhein, one of Switzerland's best-preserved medieval towns. In this fairytale town that resembles an open-air museum with its historic houses decorated with colorful frescoes, stone streets, charming squares, and enchanting atmosphere by the banks of the Rhine River, we take a walk and give free time. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Zurich and the surrounding area.

DAY 3: ZURICH – GENEVA

After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we depart for Geneva. Upon arrival, we begin our panoramic Geneva city tour. During our tour, the United Nations European Headquarters, the Broken Chair Monument, the Jet d'Eau Fountain, the English Garden, the Flower Clock, the Reformation Monument, and Lake Geneva are among the places to be seen panoramically. After our city tour, we give free time. Guests who wish may join the Gruyères & Montreux Lakeside Tour, which will be organized as an extra by our guide. Overnight at our hotel in Geneva and the surrounding area.

EXTRA TOUR: Gruyères & Montreux Lakeside Tour Per Person: 75 €

First, we head to Gruyères, one of Switzerland's most beautiful medieval towns. In this fairytale town famous for its historic stone streets, colorful traditional houses, charming squares, and postcard-like atmosphere, we enjoy a pleasant walk and give free time. Guests who wish may browse local souvenirs and purchase Switzerland's famous cheeses and chocolates. Then, we head to Montreux, one of the most popular destinations on Lake Geneva. During our excursion along the lakeshore, we have the opportunity to take unforgettable photos amid the flower-decorated promenade, luxury hotels, parks surrounded by palm trees, and the magnificent view of the Alps. During the free time we will give, you may spend time at the lakeside cafés or enjoy the region's unique atmosphere. After our tour, we transfer to our hotel in Geneva and the surrounding area.

DAY 4: GENEVA – ISTANBUL

After breakfast at our hotel in the morning, we check out of our rooms and give free time. Guests who wish may join the The Village Outlet Aubonne Shopping Tour, which will be organized as an extra by our guide. After our tour, at the designated time we transfer to Geneva Airport. After our baggage and passport procedures, we depart for Istanbul at 19:10 on Turkish Airlines scheduled flight TK1920. After our arrival at Istanbul Airport at 23:20 local time, we reach the end of our tour. We hope to see you again on our next organization...

EXTRA TOUR: The Village Outlet Aubonne Shopping Tour Per Person: 30 € 

We head to The Village Outlet Aubonne, one of Switzerland's most exclusive outlet shopping centers. In this modern outlet village located between Lake Geneva and Lausanne, we have the opportunity to shop at the stores of world-famous brands at advantageous prices. We give free time for you to shop at outlet stores of Nike, Adidas, Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein, Guess, Lacoste, Puma, Levi's, The North Face, Gant, BOSS, and many more international brands. After our enjoyable shopping break, we complete our tour program…

Extra Tour Per Person

Freiburg & Alsace Fairytale Towns Tour (Colmar – Riquewihr – Strasbourg) 90 €

Rhine Falls & Stein am Rhein Fairytale Town Tour 75 €

Gruyères & Montreux Lakeside Tour 75 €

The Village Outlet Aubonne Shopping Tour 30 €

Single Purchase Total 270 €

15% Full Package Discount 40€

15% Discounted Full Package Price 230 €

Important Information

• The 15% Full Package discount is valid only when all extra tours are purchased as a package.

• Extra tours can be purchased from our sales offices before the start of the tour or through our local guides during the tour.

• Since operational planning and reservations are made in advance, cancellations, changes, or refunds cannot be made for purchased extra tours.

• Guests who do not join the extra tours may be left at a suitable rest facility, gas station, shopping center, or a safe point designated by the guide, depending on the tour operation. At the end of the tour, they will be picked up from the same point and rejoin the group.

• The order, content, and visiting times of extra tour programs may be changed by the guide depending on operational requirements, weather conditions, or the practices of official authorities.

• A sufficient number of participants is required for extra tours to take place. If sufficient participation is not reached, the tour may be canceled or an alternative program may be implemented.