Action-Packed Benelux, France & Germany Tour Route (CGN-LUX)

Tour details

SAMPLE HOTELS

AMSTERDAM

4*Van der Valk Hotel Schiphol etc.

3*Ibis Amsterdam Airport etc.

 

BRUSSELS

4*NH Brugge etc.

4*Forest Hill Meudon etc.

4*Velotel Brugge etc.

3*Ibis Brussels Airport etc.

 

LUXEMBOURG

4*Novotel Luxembourg Kirchberg etc.

3*Ibis Luxembourg Sud etc.

 

PARIS

3*Ibis Paris la Defense Esplanade etc.

3*Forest Hill Meudon       etc

 

IMPORTANT NOTES

 

REGARDING THE TOUR PROGRAM

The advertised prices are subject to a tiered pricing system applied as availability fills up.

You must carry your travel documents and airline tickets with you throughout the duration of the trip.

Sufficient participation is required for the package tour to take place (generally, the required number of participants is planned as a minimum of 20 and a maximum of 40 people, but this may vary depending on the date and tour). If sufficient participation is not achieved, the final cancellation notification date is 20 days before the start of the tour. A tour cancelled due to insufficient participation will be notified to you through your agency.

Where deemed necessary, we reserve the right to change the order in which tours/cities are visited and the airline, without prior notice and without compromising the content of the program.

Having a valid passport and/or visa does not mean that entry into the country is guaranteed. Passport control officers have the authority to refuse entry to the country; BinRota is not responsible for this, and all responsibility rests with the passenger.

BinRota acts as an intermediary between the airline and the passenger and is subject to the Hague Protocol of 28.09.1955. Scheduled and charter flights may be subject to delays, and flight times may also change; BinRota is obliged to notify you of such changes as soon as possible. Our passengers have purchased the tour knowing and accepting that flight details may change. REGARDING

 

REGARDING ACCOMMODATION

The hotels specified in the program are in the “or similar” category, and the final hotel information will be notified 48 hours before the tour departure.

Hotel star classifications may vary according to the local conditions of the countries visited.

During busy periods such as fairs, congresses, concerts, events or sports tournaments, etc., hotels may be selected farther away than the distances specified.

Check-in is no earlier than 15:00 local time, and check-out is between 11:00 and 12:00.

The bed type cannot be guaranteed and will be allocated according to hotel availability. Triple rooms are provided subject to hotel availability and consist of 1 large bed + 1 additional bed; since additional beds are fold-out or folding armchair (coach bed) types, guests making reservations for a third person and/or child are deemed to have accepted the possible lack of space and the bed type. Child discounts are valid for one (1) child staying with 2 adults and falling within the age group specified in the pricing section.

For group accommodation, breakfast may generally be served as a limited continental breakfast menu (butter, jam, bread, tea or coffee), in a separate room allocated to the group and at a time specifically designated for the group, in accordance with the culture of the country visited.

 

REGARDING AIRLINE TICKETS

Tickets are issued exactly in accordance with the first name/surname, date of birth, Turkish ID number and passport details stated in the passport; our agency bears no responsibility for incorrect information provided.

You must be at the airport at least 3 hours before the flight time. Online check-in must be completed by the guest 24 hours before the flight. Some airlines do not allow online check-in or seat selection for group tickets.

Our agency is not responsible for airline-related delays, cancellations, or changes to flight times/routes/prices.

Due to airlines’ sequential ticket rules, if the outbound flight is not used, the return flight may also be cancelled.

 

NOTES REGARDING GUIDING AND TOURS       

Panoramic city tours are tours lasting a maximum of 2–3 hours, conducted with guide commentary from inside the vehicle for a general introduction to the cities, and do not include entrances to museums or archaeological sites.

Our agency is not responsible for tours that cannot be conducted due to the closure of attractions by local authorities, road closures or adverse weather conditions. Some tours may, where possible, be conducted by public transportation or on foot due to closed roads or locations where vehicle access is not permitted.

Optional / extra tours are organized by the local agency subject to participation of at least one-third of the group and participation is not mandatory. If the required number is not reached, excursions may not take place, or the price, content and vehicle used may vary according to the number of participants. The days and times of optional tours may be changed depending on whether museums/archaeological sites are open or closed and on weather conditions.

 

VISA AND PASSPORT

 Holders of Ordinary (burgundy) passports are subject to visa requirements; holders of Special (green) and Service passports are exempt from visas. The passport must be valid for at least 6 months from the end date of the trip and must not be more than 10 years old. The passport must contain blank pages for entry and exit stamps.

For destinations requiring a visa, applications must be submitted with the documents listed in the “Documents Required for a Visa” list that your agency will send to you.

Torn, worn, wet or otherwise damaged passports must be renewed; if the country to be visited requires visas for Turkish citizens, the valid visa must be in the new passport. Otherwise, responsibility rests with the passenger.

When guests under the age of 18 travel alone or with only one parent, a joint consent document may be requested at border crossings; we recommend paying particular attention to this matter.

 

HEALTH

No vaccinations are required in the European countries visited.

No health problems are expected in hotels and qualified restaurants; however, outside group activities, you are advised to consume bottled water, avoid ice, milk and dairy products, eat well-cooked meat/fish, and choose fruits such as bananas and pineapples that can be peeled.

 

CURRENCY

Countries using the Euro (EUR): Germany, Austria, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Greece and other Eurozone countries.

Countries using their own currencies: Switzerland (Swiss Franc / CHF), England (Pound Sterling / GBP), Czechia (Czech Koruna / CZK), Hungary (Forint / HUF), Poland (Zloty / PLN), Denmark / Sweden / Norway (Krone). It is also advisable to carry some Euros with you in countries outside the Eurozone.

 

TIME ZONE

Most continental European countries (Germany, Austria, Belgium, Czechia, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Hungary, Poland, etc.) are 1 hour behind Turkey during daylight saving time and 2 hours behind during standard time.

England and Portugal are 2 hours behind Turkey during daylight saving time and 3 hours behind during standard time.

Greece is in the same time zone as Turkey.

 

ELECTRICITY AND SOCKETS

In Germany, Austria, Belgium, France, the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Switzerland, Portugal, Greece and most continental European countries, socket types are the same as in Turkey (Type C/F, 220–230V).

England uses a different socket type (Type G, with three flat prongs); you must bring a plug adapter for this country.

 

TELEPHONE USE  

Your mobile phone line can be used abroad if international use (roaming) is enabled.

 

SHOPPING

There are opportunities to shop at shopping centers and souvenir stalls in city centers. In EU countries, you may benefit from Tax Free (tax refund) facilities on purchases above a certain amount.

 

CLOTHING AND ESSENTIAL ITEMS

For the summer season: T-shirts and shirts that are easy to put on and take off, cotton trousers, shorts, comfortable walking shoes, a light jacket and sweater for evenings; a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, camera and chargers are also recommended.

• For the winter season: layered clothing that allows you to move comfortably and keeps you warm, a coat, scarf, hat and waterproof shoes are recommended.

 

What's included
  • Round-trip economy class airfare with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) - Cologne (CGN) / Luxembourg (LUX) - Istanbul (IST) routes and airport taxes
  • 7 nights of bed-and-breakfast accommodation in 3 & 4-star hotels,
  • Airport-hotel-airport transfers
  • All transfers by private bus
  • Panoramic Paris city tour
  • Panoramic Brussels city tour
  • Panoramic Amsterdam city tour
  • Panoramic Luxembourg city tour
  • Panoramic Cologne city tour
  • Bruges tour
  • Marken & Zaanse Schans & Volendam tour included
  • Paris Dream tour (Paris Icons & Artists' Hill) included
  • Remich & Schengen tour included
  • St. Germain & Outlet tour included
  • Reims tour included
  • Professional Turkish-speaking guide and assistance services
  • Hotel and tourist city taxes (25-30 Euros)
  • TURSAB compulsory professional liability insurance
  • TURSAB compulsory professional liability insurance
Not included
  • Fees for international departure tax, visas, and other personal and official expenses
  • All kinds of personal expenses and hotel extras
  • All services not explicitly specified in the program and included services
  • Optional excursions / activities, if included in the program
  • Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites not explicitly stated as “visited” in the program
  • Alcoholic / non-alcoholic beverages consumed with included meals, if included in the program
  • Domestic connecting flights and domestic transportation costs
Tour Program
Istanbul – Cologne – Amsterdam
After meeting your guide at the International Departures Terminal of Istanbul Airport, we complete your baggage and ticket procedures at the Turkish Airlines counter and depart for Cologne on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight. Upon arrival, we take a panoramic city tour of Cologne. In this fascinating city, which experienced one of its most prosperous periods in the 16th century, we panoramically discover important highlights known for their historic character and impressive architecture. Following our city tour, we depart for Amsterdam. During our panoramic Amsterdam city tour, Dam Square, the Royal Palace, the National Monument, and Central Station are among the sights we will see. We then transfer to our hotel. Overnight at our hotel.
Amsterdam
We start the day with breakfast at the hotel. Then, we depart for the Marken, Zaanse Schans, and Volendam tour. In the town of Marken, you can observe the lives of fishermen in charming, small houses. After enjoying the opportunity to see and photograph Zaanse Schans, a magical town famous for its windmills, we head to Volendam, a charming seaside town. You will never get enough of spending time in the harbor area of Volendam, an old fishing village that inspired the song, “Those who want to see the true beauty of the Netherlands should go to Volendam.” After the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Free time will then be provided. Overnight at our hotel.
Amsterdam – Bruges – Brussels
We start the day with breakfast at our hotel. After breakfast, we check out of the hotel and set off for Bruges. Following our arrival, we take a tour of Bruges, known as the “Venice of Belgium” thanks to its houses built over the water and streets lined with canals. Fortunately spared during World War II, the city has preserved its historic character and medieval architecture intact to the present day. The colorful, single-story, almost cake-like houses in the city square, along with its churches, statues, and cobblestone medieval streets, will make us feel as though we have stepped into a fairy tale. After our Bruges tour, we depart for Brussels. Upon arrival, we take a panoramic city tour. Brussels, the capital of Belgium, is also home to many institutions associated with the European Union and NATO. During our tour of this city, which has succeeded in preserving many historical monuments throughout its history, we explore the Grand Place, one of Europe’s most famous and liveliest squares, as well as numerous historic sites and streets renowned for their Gothic architectural character. After our Brussels tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Brussels – Paris
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Paris. The journey will take approximately four hours. Upon arrival in Paris, we will take a panoramic city tour. During the panoramic tour, we will see the Opera Square and Opera House, the Tuileries Gardens, Place de la Concorde, the world-famous Champs-Élysées shopping avenue, the Arc de Triomphe, the Eiffel Tower, the Military Museum, the Parliament Building, Napoleon’s Tomb, the Louvre Palace and Museum, the National Assembly Building, the Madeleine Church, the Grand Palais, the Petit Palais, the Comédie-Française, the Chaillot Palace, Place Vendôme, and Trocadéro Square. We will then be transferred to the hotel to rest. Overnight at the hotel.
Paris
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart for the Paris Dream Tour (Paris Icons & Painters’ Hill). During this tour, we will pass through the lively Pigalle district, one of the city’s most interesting areas, and ascend Montmartre Hill, known as Painters’ Hill, where bohemian life still continues today. After seeing the Sacré-Cœur Basilica, you will have free time at Painters’ Square to have your portrait drawn and take photographs. Following the Painters’ Hill tour, we continue with the Paris Icons tour and visit the Eiffel Tower, a symbol of both Paris and France, to enjoy the city’s breathtaking views. During the photo stop, guests who wish may purchase a ticket to ascend the tower. We will then have free time. After our free time, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Paris
After breakfast at our hotel, we will embark on a St. Germain and outlet shopping tour. We begin by experiencing St. Germain, famous for its cafés and jazz music, where many thinkers and philosophers, including philosopher Jean-Paul Sartre and writer Simone de Beauvoir, once lived. We will take a walking tour featuring the Luxembourg Gardens, the Panthéon, and Saint-Michel, followed by panoramic views of Notre-Dame Cathedral and Sorbonne University. During the continuation of our tour, we will have free time for enjoyable shopping at Paris’s famous outlet shopping center. At the end of the tour, we will be transferred back to our hotel. Overnight stay at our hotel.
Paris – Reims – Luxembourg
After breakfast at the hotel, we set off for Luxembourg. En route, we stop in the city of Reims. Upon arrival, we take a panoramic tour of Reims. We will have the opportunity to explore the city’s historic atmosphere by seeing the magnificent Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral and its surroundings, which are listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the short free time, you can explore the cathedral square and enjoy the nearby cafés and boutique shops. After our visit to Reims, we board our transfer vehicle and continue to Luxembourg. Upon arrival, we take a panoramic city tour of Luxembourg. During the tour, you will have the opportunity to see the Petrusse Valley, the old city center and its narrow streets, the city cathedral, and the Palace of the Dukes. At the end of the tour, we transfer to our hotel. Overnight at the hotel.
Luxembourg – Istanbul
After breakfast at the hotel, we will take our Remich & Schengen tour. We begin with a visit to the town of Schengen, located between Luxembourg, Germany, and France. In the Schengen region, where the free movement agreement was signed by European Union countries, you can take memorable photos in front of the building and monument. We then arrive in the Remich area, accompanied by vineyards along the way. Thanks to Luxembourg’s low-tax policies, you can enjoy shopping in this charming and peaceful town. Following our Remich & Schengen tour, we will transfer to our hotel. Later, at the time specified by your guide, we will transfer to Luxembourg Airport. After completing the baggage, ticketing, and customs procedures, we will fly to Istanbul on a scheduled Turkish Airlines flight. Upon arrival, our tour and services come to an end.