Highlights
- Overnight Stay in Canakkale – Relax in a comfortable hotel near key historical sites.
- Comfortable Bus Transfers – Enjoy round-trip transportation from Izmir with scenic views.
- Guided Troy Tour – Discover the ancient city of Troy, including the legendary Trojan Horse and city ruins.
- Gallipoli Battlefield Exploration – Visit historic battlefields, memorials, and cemeteries from WWI.
Inclusions
- Round bus tickets (from Izmir to Canakkale and from Canakkale to Izmir)
- Bus station transfers in Canakkale
- English guiding service during the Gallipoli and Troy tour
- Lunch at the local restaurant on the Gallipoli Tour
- All transportation by air-conditioned non-smoking tour coaches
- 1-night accommodation with breakfast
- Entrance fees to the sights in the program
- Parking and road tolls
- Local taxes
Exclusions
- Personal expenses
- Drinks at the lunch on the Gallipoli tour
- Dinner
- Bus station transfers in Izmir
- Lunch on the Troy tour
Remarks
- Exact pickup time will be given at the time of booking.
- You are kindly requested to present yourself at the departure point 30 minutes prior the pre-advised departure time.
- Comfortable shoes and a hat is recommended as shade is limited in summer time.
- The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion.
- The bus departing time and return time to Izmir may vary according to the availability and date.
- The bus station transfers are not included on the tour. Please let us know if you would like to add with an additional cost.
2-Day Izmir to Gallipoli and Troy Tours by Bus
Day 1 – Izmir to Canakkale by Bus & Gallipoli Day Tour
05:00 – Depart from Izmir bus station for Çanakkale. (Departure time may vary depending on the tour date; the journey takes approximately 5 hours.)
10:15 – Arrive at Çanakkale bus station. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to the Çanakkale ferry station for a ferry ride to Eceabat on the Gallipoli Peninsula. After reaching Eceabat, you will be taken to our office, where you can rest and relax before the tour.
12:00 – Enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Eceabat.
13:00 – Depart for the Guided Gallipoli Anzac Tour, beginning at Anzac Cove.
Highlights of the Gallipoli Tour
- Anzac Cove – The landing site of ANZAC forces during WWI.
- Brighton Beach – The intended landing site for ANZAC troops.
- Beach Cemetery – Final resting place of John Simpson, the heroic stretcher bearer.
- Ariburnu Cemetery – A peaceful cemetery honoring the fallen soldiers.
- Kabatepe Museum – Displays of artifacts and stories from the Gallipoli campaign.
- Johnston’s Jolly – Explore preserved Turkish and ANZAC trenches and tunnels.
- ANZAC Commemorative Site – A tribute to the sacrifices of ANZAC soldiers.
- Courtney’s & Steele’s Post Cemetery – Named after the ANZAC outposts held during the campaign.
- Lone Pine Australian Memorial – Honoring Australian soldiers who fought at Lone Pine.
- Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial – Dedicated to New Zealand forces.
- Quinn’s Post – Known for its strategic importance during the campaign.
- Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Memorial – A tribute to the bravery of Turkish soldiers.
- Sergeant Mehmet Turkish Memorial – Honoring Sergeant Mehmet and his contributions.
- Walker’s Ridge Cemetery – A burial site for soldiers who fought at Walker’s Ridge.
- The Nek – The site of a tragic battle between ANZAC and Turkish forces.
- Baby 700 – A contested hilltop during the campaign.
- Respect to Mehmetçik Memorial – Symbolizing Turkish and ANZAC soldiers’ mutual respect.
- Battleship Hill – The location of Mustafa Kemal’s headquarters and a strategic site.
17:00 – End of the Gallipoli tour. Transfer to your hotel.
17:30 – Check in at the hotel and enjoy an overnight stay, reflecting on the day’s rich historical experiences.
Day 2 – Troy Ancient City Tour & Izmir or Istanbul
Breakfast and Check-Out: Start your day with breakfast before checking out from the hotel.
08:30: Pick-up from the hotel, followed by a ferry ride across the Dardanelles to Çanakkale. Upon arrival, drive to Troy Ancient City for a guided tour.
Highlights of the Troy Tour
- The Trojan Horse: See the replica of the legendary wooden horse featured in the movie Troy.
- Sacrificial Altars: Explore ancient altars used for religious rituals.
- 3,700-Year-Old City Walls: Admire the well-preserved walls showcasing ancient engineering.
- Houses of Troy I (3000 B.C. – 2500 B.C.): Discover remnants of homes from the earliest phase of Troy’s history.
- The Bouleuterion (Senate Building): Learn about the city’s governance in this meeting place for councils.
- The Odeon (Concert Hall): Visit the theater used for musical performances and gatherings.
- Remains of Cities (Troy I to Troy IX): Witness the layers of settlements spanning thousands of years.
End of the Tour: After exploring Troy, transfer to Çanakkale bus station.
13:45: Depart for Izmir by bus. (Departure time may vary depending on the tour date; the journey takes approximately 5 hours.)
19:15: Arrive at Izmir bus station, concluding your tour.
Alternative Option: Continue to Istanbul
- If your next destination is Istanbul, you will have additional free time in Çanakkale to explore the city and visit Aynalı Çarşı (Aynalı Bazaar).
- 17:30: Depart from Eceabat by bus to Istanbul.
- 22:00 – 22:30: Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to your hotel, marking the end of your journey
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