3 Day / 2 Night Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon & Ephesus Tour from Istanbul

Embark on a Journey Through Ancient Civilizations and Legendary Battlefields

Overview

This 3-day, 2-night guided tour from Istanbul takes you through some of Turkey’s most iconic historical and cultural destinations. Experience the Gallipoli battlefields, the legendary city of Troy, the ancient power of Pergamon, and the world-renowned ruins of Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary.

Tour Highlights

• Explore Gallipoli Battlefields: ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, Shrapnel Valley

• Discover the legendary city of Troy and Trojan Horse

• Visit Pergamon: Acropolis, Library, Altar of Zeus, Hellenistic Theater

• Tour Ephesus: Temple of Artemis, House of Virgin Mary, Great Theater

• Stroll through Sirince Village

• Licensed English-speaking guides providing in-depth historical insights

• Comfortable hotels, all transfers, and meals included

Itinerary: Your 3-Day Historical Journey

Day 1 – Gallipoli: Walk Through the ANZAC Battlefields

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch included

• Pick up from Istanbul hotel, depart to Gallipoli (Eceabat, Canakkale)

• Breakfast en route

• Arrival in Eceabat, lunch, then Gallipoli tour: Beach Cemetery, ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine, Johnston's Jolly, Shrapnel Valley, The Nek, Walker's Ridge, Chunuk Bair

• Transfer to hotel in Canakkale for overnight stay

Day 2 – Troy & Pergamon: Legendary Cities of Antiquity

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch included

• Depart Canakkale hotel for Troy Tour

• Troy highlights: Trojan Horse, city walls of Troy VI & VII, Temple of Athena, Schliemann’s trench, Scaean Gate, Megaron House, Agora ruins, Odeon

• Lunch at local restaurant

• Pergamon highlights: Acropolis, Library, Temple of Athena, Temple of Trajan, Altar of Zeus, Gymnasium terraces, Lower Agora, Hellenistic Theater, Temple of Dionysus

• Drive to Kusadasi via Selcuk and Izmir

• Overnight in Kusadasi

Day 3 – Ephesus: Ancient Wonders and Spiritual Sites

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch included

• Depart Kusadasi hotel for Ephesus Ancient City & Virgin Mary House Tour

• Ephesus highlights: Ephesus Library, Great Theater, Temple of Artemis, House of Virgin Mary, Isa Bey Mosque, Sirince Village

• Transfer to Izmir Airport for flight back to Istanbul

• Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to hotel

Includes

Inclusions

• 2 Nights hotel accommodation in Canakkale & Kusadasi

• All domestic transfers and guided tours

• Flights: Istanbul ↔ Izmir

• Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches

• Entrance fees to all archaeological sites and museums

• Licensed English-speaking tour guide

• Air-conditioned, non-smoking transportation

• Local taxes and service charges

Exclusions

• Personal expenses and souvenirs

• Drinks outside included meals

• Tips for guide and driver (optional)

• Travel insurance

• Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary

Hotels

Hotel & Accommodation Options

During your 3-Day / 2-Night Historical Tour, we ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay in carefully selected hotels:

Canakkale (Day 1 – Overnight):

• Helen Hotel – Modern amenities, central location

• Anzac Hotel – Convenient access to Gallipoli tour sites

• Kervansaray Hotel – Comfortable rooms, friendly service

• Crowded House Hotel – Cozy and well-located

Kusadasi (Day 2 – Overnight):

• Derici Hotel – Comfortable, well-appointed rooms

• Kırkınca House Hotel (Şirince Village) – Authentic local experience

Room Options & Supplements:

• Double Room: Price per person in shared double room

• Single Room Supplement: +40%

• Triple Room Discount: -10%

If any of the listed hotels are unavailable at the time of booking, a similar property of equal standard will be arranged to ensure your comfort and satisfaction.