ANKARA – ZÜRICH – LUGANO – COMO – MILAN
We will check in, deliver our luggage, and complete passport control at the International Terminal of Ankara Esenboğa Airport 3 hours before our flight. After these processes, we will fly to Zürich with SunExpress Airlines on a direct and scheduled flight, XQ732, departing at 07:20. Arriving at Zürich Airport at 09:45 local time, we will board our private bus waiting at the airport and head towards Lugano. Upon our arrival in Lugano, we will take a peaceful walk along the shore of Lake Lugano, located within Switzerland's borders, which will captivate us with its unique nature, fantastic views, and city park. We will enjoy the splendid nature and take photographs of the exceptional landscapes. After the tour, we will move to Como. Como is a center in the Lombardy region known for its historical buildings and orderly urban fabric. The city squares, cathedral, and shoreline offer visitors a compact and easily accessible exploration area. Lake Como is one of Italy's most famous lakes, surrounded by hills, waterfront settlements, and regular transportation lines that complete the region's natural appearance. The area around the lake is consistently visited year-round and has a balanced look between the city and nature. In our tour of Como & Lake Como, we will first reach Como city center and see the cathedral area, squares, and waterfront from the outside. Then, we will have some free time along the shores of Lake Como; visitors can wander around the lake, take photographs, or explore the surroundings during this time. After this free time, we will complete our tour and reach our hotel in the Milan region. After checking into our rooms, there will be free time to rest.
MILAN – VERONA – (Venetian Masterpieces Tour) – (Venice Colorful Islands & Gondola Tour) – VENICE
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head towards Verona. Verona, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is also home to Italy's second-largest amphitheater after the Colosseum and to the renowned English writer Shakespeare's famous story of the greatest love tale known throughout the world, “Romeo and Juliet.” We will take a panoramic tour, where we can observe the main square and the Verona Cathedral surrounded by many shops, cafes, and stores. After this, we will complete our tour and head towards our hotel in the Venice region. On the way, guests who wish can participate in the optional Venetian Masterpieces Tour (85 Euro – including Vaporetto and city entrance fees). In the first part of our tour in Venice, we will see the main iconic structures such as the San Marco Square, the San Marco Basilica built with stone and marble using columns brought from Istanbul, the Doge's Palace designed as a symbol of power and glory, the Clock Tower, and the historic Campanile Bell Tower. We will take a pleasant walk through the narrow streets of Venice that connect with bridges. At the end of the tour, guests who participated only in the Venetian Masterpieces Tour will have a free time to explore, and those who wish can participate in the optional Venice Colorful Islands and Gondola Tour (75 Euro). In this tour, we will have the chance to observe the Venice island from different angles while crossing the lagoons, visit the Lido and Murano islands, and see the colorful fishing village of Burano Island, known as one of the most colorful places in the world due to its laces. After our tour of the surroundings and time available for shopping, we will return to Venice and complete our tour with a Gondola ride, which has become the symbol of the city. Following the conclusion of the Venice Colorful Islands and Gondola Tour, we will continue our journey to our hotel in the Venice region. Upon arrival at the hotel, we will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
VENICE – (Lunch Included Florence Masterpieces Tour) – ROME
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will proceed to Rome. On the way, guests who wish can participate in the optional Lunch Included Florence Masterpieces Tour (65 Euro). Upon arrival in Florence, we will start our tour with lunch at a local restaurant. In Florence, the capital of the Renaissance and home of Pinocchio, first, we will see the Santa Maria Del Fiore Cathedral, immediately noticeable with its orange dome, which is the fourth largest church in Europe. One of the cathedral's notable features is the bronze doors, referred to as the "Gates of Paradise," which depict stories of prophets mentioned in the Quran. Afterward, we will visit Giotto's Bell Tower, which once called the public to parliament; the historic Signoria Square, which has Michelangelo's famous David statue, and the famous Old Bridge (Ponte Vecchio) known for its antique and jewelry shops. After the Florence Masterpieces Tour, we will continue our journey to our hotel in the Rome region. We will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
ROME – (Rome Icons & Nemi Strawberry Village Tour) – (Vatican and Rome Local Neighborhoods Tour)
After breakfast, we offer a full day of free time. Guests who wish can participate in the optional Rome Icons & Nemi Strawberry Village Tour (85 Euro). In this tour, our first visit point will be Nemi, known for its mountain strawberries and recognized as the "Strawberry Village," hosting an annual strawberry festival. We will explore the narrow streets that open to plazas and experience the enchanting lake and valley views combined with the scent of strawberries in Nemi. After this, we will embark on a historical journey through the iconic sites of Rome, known as “Urbs aput mundi” or “The city in the center of the world.” Known for its art, history, music, shopping, sun, and cuisine, Rome showcases extraordinary buildings that have witnessed a 23-century history from antiquity to the Renaissance. In the tour, we will see Colosseum, an ancient theater that is the symbol of Rome known for hosting gladiator fights, the Roman Forum, a ceremonial center during the imperial period, the Trevi Fountain, where legend says those who toss a coin will return to Rome; the famous Spanish Steps, and the Piazza Pietra Piazza Popolo from a panoramic view. At the end of the tour, we will provide free time in Rome city center around Pantheon. During this free time, guests who wish can participate in the optional Vatican and Rome Local Neighborhoods Tour (65 Euro). Our tour will start by visiting Castel San’t Angelo - the Castle of Angels and Navona Square. We will visit Vatican/San Pietro, known as the center of the Catholic Church, the smallest country in the world by area. Here, we will have time to explore the San Pietro Square, the world’s largest cathedral built to accommodate thousands of Catholics who visit for worship, where on special occasions the Pope greets the public from his seat with 140 statues of saints. After the free time at the square, we will begin our Rome Local Neighborhoods tour. We will mingle among the locals and feel like one of the city's inhabitants, experiencing the authentic Italian atmosphere with cafes, small family restaurants, boutiques, greengrocers, butchers, and many other small shops in Trastevere, Piazza Trilussa, Ponte Sisto, and the Jewish Ghetto. We will then explore the ancient Tiber Island, connected to the city by two bridges, from a panoramic perspective. After our stroll through the labyrinthine narrow back streets with small tables set up, we will complete our tour and return to our hotel in the Rome region.
ROME – (Siena & San Gimignano Tour) – PISA – FLORENCE
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head towards Pisa. On the way, guests who wish can participate in the optional Siena & San Gimignano Tour (80 Euro). Our first stop in the tour will be Siena, famous for its medieval narrow streets, small alleys, and the Campo Square, considered the largest square in Europe. After a nice walk at Campo Square and the historic narrow streets leading to this square, we will complete our tour and arrive at our second stop, San Gimignano. San Gimignano, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List due to its well-preserved medieval architecture, is also known as the “Beautiful Tower Town” due to its 14 architectural wonders that survived 76 towers from wars and natural disasters. In the town of San Gimignano, we will explore its narrow streets, each opening onto the town square, where we will see the 14 magnificent towers from a panoramic perspective. After our tour, we will continue our journey towards Pisa. Upon our arrival in Pisa, we will tour the Leaning Tower of Pisa, the Cathedral, the Baptistery, and Miracle Square. After a short free time for photo opportunities, we will transfer to our hotel in the Florence region, check into our rooms, and have free time to rest.
FLORENCE – (Boat Trip to Portofino) – OUTLET – MILAN
After breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head towards Milan. On the way, guests who wish can participate in the optional Boat Trip to Portofino Tour (65 Euro). Portofino, surrounded by colorful houses, has inspired songs with its narrow streets, vibrant homes, green hills, and stunning turquoise Mediterranean scenery, captivating its visitors. After our visit to Portofino, we will continue our journey to Milan and, upon arrival, will conduct a city tour of Milan. One of Europe’s fashion capitals, Milan is also famous for its cuisine, opera, and churches. Known as Italy's business and financial capital, Milan is the right address for shopping and dining experiences as well. During our city tour, we will see notable sites such as the famous opera house La Scala, Duomo Square and Cathedral, and Porta Romana. After our city tour of Milan, we will move to visit an outlet center. This well-known outlet, hosting many prestigious stores, cafes, restaurants, and personal activity areas, will offer a fun and reasonable shopping experience. After this free time for shopping, we will complete our tour and reach our hotel in the Milan region. Upon arrival at the hotel, we will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
MILAN – BERNINA EXPRESS / RED TRAIN – ST. MORITZ – ZÜRICH
Following breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will embark on an unforgettable and enchanting train journey on the Bernina railway line, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, aboard the Bernina Express / Red Train. Built between 1898 and 1904, this globally renowned train line is a dream destination for many travel enthusiasts. On our magical journey of approximately 2 hours aboard the Bernina Train, we will have the chance to admire extraordinary landscapes and take photographs. After our enchanting train ride, we will arrive at St. Moritz Station. Upon our arrival in St. Moritz, known as a natural wonder and a hotspot for the jet set, we will have a short free time and area tour before boarding our vehicle to head towards Zürich. Upon arrival in Zürich, our city tour will include panoramic views of the Fraumünster Church, Grossmünster Church, the Swiss National Museum, the Opera House, Lake Zürich, the Clock Tower, the Old Guild Houses, and the lively and colorful atmosphere of Bahnhofstrasse (Station Street). After our Zürich tour, there will be a short free time, and we will transfer to our hotel in the Zürich region. We will check into our rooms and have free time to rest.
ZÜRICH – ANKARA
Following breakfast and checking out of the hotel, we will head towards Zürich Airport for our return flight to Ankara. Upon arrival at the airport, we will complete our luggage check-in, final check-in, and passport control procedures before flying back to Ankara with SunExpress Airlines’ direct flight XQ732, departing at 10:40. We will arrive at Esenboğa Airport at 14:55 local time, concluding our tour.