SZG → IST

High Tauern Range

Direct views of the glaciated peaks of the Central Eastern Alps, including the Grossglockner massif.

Dinaric Alps

The dramatic, rocky karst landscapes of Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina are visible throughout the middle segment.

Rila & Pirin Mountains

The highest peaks in the Balkan Peninsula, often snow-capped well into spring, appear to the south over Bulgaria.

Sea of Marmara

During the descent, look south to see the busy shipping lanes and the entrance to the Bosphorus Strait.

Istanbul Megacity

View the incredible scale of Istanbul's European side, including the dense urban fabric and forest preserves.

Salzkammergut Lake District

Aerial views of the deep blue alpine lakes like Attersee and Mondsee shortly after departure from Salzburg.

Budapest & The Danube

On a clear day, the Hungarian capital and the shimmering curve of the Danube River are visible to the north.

Pannonian Basin

The vast, geometric patterns of the fertile Hungarian plains provide a calming mid-flight vista.

Balkan Mountains

The long, forested ridges of the Stara Planina range stretching across the heart of Bulgaria.

Black Sea Coast

As the flight descends into Istanbul Airport, the deep turquoise waters of the Black Sea dominate the horizon.