Belfort and Lyon Tour (Christmas Markets, Festival of Lights) — 3 Nights with Turkish Airlines

About Belfort and Lyon Tour (Christmas Markets, Festival of Lights) — 3 Nights with Turkish Airlines

This package tour from Istanbul operates with Turkish Airlines flights and lasts 3 Nights 4 Days, with accommodation in the cities of Belfort and Lyon. The itinerary takes place within the borders of Switzerland and France. Destinations: Belfort, Zurich, Basel, Strasbourg, Riquewihr, Colmar, Eguisheim, Lyon, Geneva. Departure: December 5, 2026. Prices start at €1,085 per person. Prices for children aged 2–11 start at €849. A €150 supplement applies for guests wishing to stay in a single room. Accommodation is in the 3–4* Hotels, etc. (Bed & Breakfast) category. Included in the price: Round-trip economy-class airfare with scheduled Turkish Airlines flights on the IST-ZRH and LYS-IST routes; Airport taxes; 2 nights of Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a 3* hotel in Belfort; 1 night of Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a 4* hotel in Lyon; Panoramic city tours (as specified in the itinerary); Basel city tour (worth 30 EUR). Not included in the price: International departure fee; Hotel city tax; Entrance fees to all museums and archaeological sites not specified as included; Meals and drinks with meals not specified as included; Tours listed as optional.

Departure Dates

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Istanbul – Zurich – Basel – Belfort

Please meet at the international terminal of Istanbul Airport; you are advised to arrive at least three hours before departure. Fly to Zurich on Turkish Airlines flight TK1907 (departure 08:40, arrival 09:45). On arrival, enjoy a panoramic city tour. During the day, you will see Grossmünster, Fraumünster Church, Peterskirche Church and Basel Cathedral. Overnight at a hotel in Belfort.

Day 2 — Strasbourg – Riquewihr – Colmar – Eguisheim – Belfort

After breakfast, travel along the Strasbourg – Riquewihr – Colmar – Eguisheim – Belfort route. During the day, you'll see Strasbourg Cathedral. Lunch and dinner are at your own expense. Overnight accommodation is at a hotel in Belfort.

Day 3 — Belfort – Geneva – Lyon

After breakfast, the day is spent travelling along the Belfort – Geneva – Lyon route. The day's sights include Mont Blanc Bridge, Jean-Jacques Rousseau Island and Parc de la Paix. Lunch and dinner are at guests' own expense. Overnight at a hotel in Lyon.

Day 4 — Lyon – Istanbul

Following breakfast and check-out from the hotel, transfer to the airport. Return to Istanbul aboard Turkish Airlines flight TK1810 (departure 18:05, arrival 23:25).

Transport Information

Dates and Prices

Tour date: 5 - 8 December 2026

Places to Visit

What’s Included

What’s Not Included

Frequently Asked Questions

How many days does the Belfort and Lyon tour last?

The tour is 3 nights 4 days. Accommodation in Belfort and Lyon on a Bed & Breakfast basis.

Which cities does the tour cover?

The route consists of Belfort, Zurich, Basel, Strasbourg, Riquewihr, Colmar, Eguisheim, Lyon, and Geneva stops, travelling within Switzerland and France.

What is included in the tour price?

Round-trip economy-class airfare on scheduled Turkish Airlines flights on the IST-ZRH and LYS-IST routes; airport taxes; 2 nights’ Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a 3* hotel in Belfort; 1 night’s Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a 4* hotel in Lyon; panoramic city tours (as specified in the itinerary); Basel city tour (worth 30 EUR); Strasbourg, Riquewihr, Colmar and Eguisheim tour (worth 100 EUR); Geneva city tour (worth 70 EUR); airport–hotel–airport transfers; Turkish-speaking guide service; mandatory travel insurance (professional liability insurance issued in accordance with Law No. 1618).

What is not included in the tour price?

International departure fee; hotel city tax; admission fees to all museums and archaeological sites not specified as included; meals and drinks with meals not specified as included; tours listed as optional; personal expenses; all services not explicitly stated as included in the tour program; tips for local guides, hotel staff and drivers (optional; the guide will collect 3 EUR per person per day).

Which airline are the flights with, and what are the flight times?

Flights are operated by Turkish Airlines. Outbound: TK1907 08:40 Istanbul Airport – 09:45 Zurich; Return: TK1810 18:05 Lyon – 23:25 Istanbul Airport. Flight times may be changed by the airline; the confirmed times will be shared in the pre-tour information.

Which hotels are used for accommodation, can I choose the hotel?

Accommodation is in 3–4* hotels or similar category. A single room supplement of €150 applies for solo travelers.

Are meals included in the price?

Accommodation is based on a Bed & Breakfast concept. Lunches and dinners are at guests' own expense.

Are there child and infant rates?

The price for children aged 2–11 starts from €849, and for infants aged 0–1 from €150. Guests aged 12 and over are subject to the adult rate.

On which dates are departures available?

Departure date: December 5, 2026.

Is the price per person, is there a single room supplement?

The advertised price is per person in a double room and varies depending on the selected date; starting from €1,085. A single supplement of €150 applies for solo travelers.