Two-Day Immersion: Gallipoli and Troy Historical Tour

Day 1: Gallipoli Tour from Istanbul

Tour Highlights:

  • Depart from Istanbul: 06:00-07:00 Depart from Istanbul (centrally located hotels only).

Arrival in Eceabat – Canakkale:

  • 12:15 Arrive in Eceabat – Canakkale.
  • 12:30 Lunch at a traditional restaurant.

Gallipoli Visits (13:00 - 18:00):

  • Brighton Beach
  • Beach Cemetery
  • ANZAC Cove
  • Ariburnu Cemetery
  • ANZAC Commemorative Site
  • Respect for Mehmetcik Statue
  • Lone Pine Australian MemorialJohnston's Jolly (Trenches and Tunnels of Allied and Turkish)Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery
  • The Nek
  • Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial.

Accommodation in Eceabat

  • Check-in at a 3* Hotel.

Day 2: Troy Tour Day Trip from Istanbul

Tour Highlights:

Free Time & Pick-up (09:45 - 13:30):

  • 09:45 - 13:30 Free time.
  • 13:30 Pick up from the hotel.

Troy Visits (14:00 - 16:45):

  • The Trojan Horse
  • Sacrificial Altars
  • The 3700-year-old city walls
  • Houses of Troy I, 3000 B.C. - 2500 B.C.
  • The Bouleuterium (Senate Building)
  • The Odeon (Concert Hall)Current excavations in progress
  • Ancient ruins of various cities from Troy I to Troy IX.

Drive back to Istanbul:

  • 17:30 Drive back to Istanbul and drop back at your hotel.
  • 23:00 Drop off at your hotel in Istanbul.

About Gallipoli

Brighton Beach

  • Originally planned as the ANZAC landing site.

ANZAC Cove

  • Landing zone of Australian and New Zealand soldiers on April 25, 1915.

Ariburnu Cemetery

  • Place where over 250 Commonwealth servicemen are memorialized or buried.

Lone Pine Australian Memorial

  • Largest cemetery where Australian soldiers are buried.

The Nek

  • Scene of a small but fierce battle on August 7, 1915.

Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial

  • Commemorates 850 soldiers of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force.

About Troy City

The Trojan Horse

  • Wooden horse given as a gift to gain entrance to the city.

Old City Walls

  • Discovered during excavations, estimated to be 3700 years old.

The Bouleuterion (Council House or Senate House)

  • Parliament building in ancient Greece.

The Odeon (Concert Hall)

  • A structure for musical purposes in ancient architecture.

The Final Word

Embark on a two-day journey to explore the historical significance of Gallipoli and ancient Troy from www.ticketsinistanbul.com. Enjoy the convenience of hotel drop-off and pick-up services from/to centrally located hotels.

A Day of Dual Epics

Seamless journey through history with our Gallipoli and Troy Tour, find yourself in the poignant tales of Gallipoli's battlefield and the mythical wonders of ancient Troy. Expert guides, convenient transportation, and a thoughtfully planned itinerary ensure a comprehensive exploration of these two iconic sites in a single day. Relive the heroism of Gallipoli and the legends of Troy, all within the captivating landscapes of Turkey.