Christmas Markets Tour from Izmir by Train and Cable Car to the Alps Summit & Alsace & Colmar V2

PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENT

This tour is organized with a minimum participation requirement of 30 people.  If sufficient participation is not achieved, the final cancellation notice date is 20 days before the tour start date. The tour cancelled due to insufficient participation will be communicated to you through your agency.

VISA

Ordinary Passport ✅ Visa required 
Green Passport   ❌  Visa not required
Service Passport  ❌ Visa not required   

You must have a passport valid for 6 months from the end date of the trip and not older than 10 years.
For destinations requiring a visa, the visa application must be made with the documents specified in the “Documents Required for Visa” list that your agency will send to you. To avoid problems with customs police at the border of the country to be visited due to torn, worn, wet and/or similarly damaged passports; such passports should be renewed, and if the destination is a country that applies visa procedures to T.R. citizens, the relevant visa must be on the new passport. Otherwise, responsibility belongs to the passenger. Since our guests under 18 may be asked by the police officer in charge at country entry and exit points to present a document showing parental consent when traveling alone or with only one parent; we recommend that our guests under 18 and their parents pay special attention to this matter. 
*Having a valid passport and/or having obtained a visa (for the destination/passport requiring a visa) does not mean that entry into the country will be granted. The passport police have the authority to deny you entry. Our agency is not responsible for this situation; responsibility belongs to the passenger.
* As of April 10, 2026, within the scope of the European Entry/Exit System (EES) introduced in European Union countries, passport control procedures at border crossings are carried out by taking biometric data (fingerprint and facial recognition).
Due to this application, congestion, long waiting times, system delays, or inability to read biometric data may occur at airports and border gates.
These processes are completely under the control of the relevant country border security units, and our agency has no authority to intervene. Therefore, our agency cannot be held responsible for any delays, waiting times, or program disruptions that may arise as a result.
It is strongly recommended that our guests' passports be in physically suitable condition, that there be no conditions that may prevent biometric data from being taken (cuts, wounds, excessive cream, etc.), and that sufficient time be allowed for border procedures.
 “This application is an international security procedure, and all guests purchasing the tour are deemed to have accepted this process.”

HEALTH

We do not think there will be any problem that will threaten your health with meals taken in the region's good restaurants and hotels. However, when you are not with the group, we advise you to be careful about what you eat and drink, to definitely consume bottled water, to avoid ice, milk and dairy products, to consume meat and fish products that you are sure are well cooked, and for fruit, to eat fruits that can be peeled, such as bananas and pineapples. 

FLIGHT TIMES

Izmir                  ✈︎         Stuttgart              ⏱︎       3 hr 05 min
Zürich                ✈︎         Izmir                       ⏱︎       3 hr 10 min

TOURS, OPTIONAL TOURS & ACTIVITIES

All city and cultural tours are included in our program. 

*Boat trips or entertainment activities are not included within the scope of the cultural tour and are optional and not included in the price.

*The agency reserves the right to change the tour route when deemed necessary, provided that the content remains the same. 

*Excursions or tours that are not allowed to be visited or entered for any reason by local authorities or due to different reasons will not be carried out. The Agency cannot be held responsible for the inability to carry out these excursions or tours.

ACCOMMODATION

*During periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events, sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be used at distances greater than those stated in km. 

*Triple rooms may be provided depending on hotel availability, and the bed provided to the 3rd person in such rooms may be smaller than standard beds. Triple rooms consist of 1 large bed and 1 extra bed. Since the extra beds are foldable and coach bed type, participants are deemed to have declared that they accept the possible cramped conditions in the rooms and the bed type in 3rd person and/or child reservations.

*Child discounts are valid for only one (1) child staying with 2 adults and matching the age group specified in the pricing section.

*Breakfasts received at the hotel from the services included in the tour program are served in accordance with the breakfast culture of the country being visited and generally consist of a limited menu called continental breakfast, made up of butter, jam, bread, tea or coffee, and may be served in a separate hall allocated to the group.

*In the event of possible disruptions or technical problems reported to us by hotel management, our agency reserves the right to change the hotel names, provided that the category of the hotels remains the same.

CURRENCY

The currency used in European countries is the Euro. It is recommended that you carry small amounts of Euro with you.

TIME ZONE

Europe is 1 hour behind Turkey during summer time and 2 hours behind during winter time. For example, when it is 18:30 in Turkey in winter, it is 16:30 in Europe.

PHONE USAGE

*In Europe, there is no Wifi / Internet service on vehicles. However, you can obtain a free password from the reception at hotels or from hotel staff with the support of our guide and use the internet. 

*Do not forget to get support from your operator regarding overseas phone usage with the operator you use in Turkey.

*In some countries, upon arrival at the airport, you can buy cards from operators that you can use at very affordable prices in that country, and benefit from internet and calling services during your trip. 

CLOTHING AND NECESSARY ITEMS

For Autumn and Winter Period:
We recommend that you choose clothing that will allow you to move comfortably during the autumn and winter months while also keeping you warm. In case weather conditions may vary, it will be useful to have layered clothing, a thin raincoat, and an umbrella. We also recommend that you bring comfortable walking shoes, personal care products, a camera, a video camera, chargers for these devices, spare memory cards, and portable chargers.

CUISINE

*Swiss cuisine, in addition to French and German cuisine, is also influenced by Switzerland's history as primarily an agricultural country. Many traditional Swiss dishes tend to be relatively simple and are made from basic ingredients such as potatoes and Swiss cheese. 

*French cuisine, whose roots go back to the Middle Ages, has a rich culture. Famous for its renowned wines and various types of cheese, French cuisine is known worldwide for meat dishes cooked with different sauces and delicious desserts such as crème brûlée, macarons, and soufflé. 

ELECTRICITY

Electrical outlets are the same as in Turkey.

SHOPPING

Shopping opportunities are available at shopping centers located in city centers and small stalls selling souvenirs.

IMPORTANT NOTES

*Having a valid passport and/or having obtained a visa (for the destination/passport requiring a visa) does not mean that entry into the country will be granted. The passport police have the authority to deny you entry. Our Agency is not responsible for this situation; responsibility belongs to the passenger.

*Our Agency is an intermediary institution between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol dated 28.09.1955. There may be a risk of delay on scheduled and special flights, or times may change before the current tour and flight. Our Agency is obliged to notify these changes as soon as possible. Our passengers have purchased the tour knowing and accepting that flight details may change. 

*Children aged 0-2 do not pay airport taxes and airport service fees.

*The panoramic city tours included in the tour package are tours organized for the general introduction of the cities, lasting at most 2-3 hours, without museum or archaeological site entrance fees, and carried out panoramically with guide commentary from inside the vehicle. 

*Including other tours specified in the program, our Agency is not responsible for the inability to carry out the said tours on the day and time coinciding with the tour, if local authorities do not allow visits or entry, or if the tour becomes impossible due to closed roads because of any event or due to weather conditions. Some tours may be carried out by public transport or on foot where possible, in places where roads are closed or vehicle access is not permitted.

ABOUT AIR TICKETS & FLIGHTS

*Before the tour date, flight times and flight ticket reservation number information are shared by our agency. Since it is a group reservation, you can check in at the specified time and counter with only your passport, even without your ticket.

*At the time of registration, the name, date of birth, passport and ID number on the passport must be entered into the system. Air tickets are issued according to this information. For ticket cancellations or changes resulting from incorrect information, the no-show fee will be charged to the guests.

*In cases where you are unable to participate because you are late for the flight or fail to catch the plane due to your own reasons, our agency is not responsible for the losses incurred due to payments made to hotels and airlines.

*Our agency acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger, flight times may change before departure, and all times must be confirmed 48 hours before departure dates. If the number of participants in the package tour is insufficient, the tour cancellation is notified to the consumer 7 days in advance. Depending on the city where the plane lands, there may be changes in the routes.

TRANSPORTATION and LOCAL TRANSPORTATION SERVICES

*It is mandatory to wear your seat belts during the journey. For our passengers aged 0-4, it is mandatory to bring a “child car seat” for the vehicle. In case of non-compliance with the rules, our agency cannot be held responsible for traffic fines or sanctions to be applied.

*Even if the vehicle seat numbers provided in the countries to be visited are the same as the ones purchased, their direction, position, or location may differ. Placement is made according to the vehicle conditions of the country concerned.

*All vehicles offered by local vehicle service providers for transportation and transfer services are inspected in accordance with European Union rules and conditions. Regardless of the model and age of the vehicles that pass inspection, they provide service if they are comfortable and flawless. 

*Vehicles in Europe are mostly comfortable and well-equipped, but as a precaution, we recommend that you prepare your travel kit with a spare battery, etc. that you may need. 

LOSSES, OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS, PASSPORT AND ID LOSSES

*When leaving the hotels where you stay during your trip, please make sure that you have taken all your belongings with you. In the event that forgotten items are found, the expenses incurred in delivering them to the country and/or person will be borne by the owner of the item.

* If your passport is lost or stolen, since our Agency official/guide is required to continue with the Tour Program for the other traveling guests as promised by the agency; they should know that they will act under their own responsibility for all arrangements regarding passport procedures, return, or joining the tour in the country where the loss/theft occurred. Our Agency does not accept responsibility for any troubles or problems that may arise in this regard.

*The Agency is not responsible for items forgotten, lost, or stolen during the tour.

TRAVEL HEALTH AND CANCELLATION COVER:
*The Insurance arranged by our Agency for your trip in question covers you under the Professional Liability Insurance required by the Turkish Travel Agencies Association for agencies and travel health protection. Travel health coverage is valid for ages 0-65. Guests over the age of 65 are required to obtain insurance by paying an additional premium. We recommend that you always obtain Travel and Health Insurance for your trips in order to ensure your protection.
*However, it should be known that this insurance does not cover unconditional and unrestricted cancellations; in the event of force majeure, non-chronic and sudden illnesses, accidents, and when the close relative of the first degree experiences such adverse conditions, the reports to be obtained are submitted to the relevant insurance company and are evaluated, and cancellation is covered as a result. These evaluations are made by the relevant Health and Insurance Company health institutions and are outside the scope of responsibility of our agency.