- Seamless Travel: Round-trip bus tickets from Ankara, ferry tickets, and all transfers included for a hassle-free journey.
- Guided Tours: Expertly guided tours of Gallipoli’s historic battlefields and the ancient city of Troy.
- Overnight Stay: Comfortable one-night hotel accommodation to relax and recharge.
- Historical Landmarks: Visit iconic sites such as ANZAC Cove, the Trojan Horse, and Troy’s ancient city walls.
- Bus station transfers in Canakkale
- 1-night hotel in Canakkale with breakfast
- Gallipoli Day Tour with lunch
- Half-day Troy Tour
- English speaking tour guide on the tours
- Entrance fees to the sights
- Transportation by air-conditioned non-smoking tour coaches
- Ferry tickets on the Dardanelles
- Local taxes and service charges
- Parking and road tolls
- Personal expenses
- Drinks at the lunch
- Dinners and lunch on the second day
- Optional Tours and activities
- Bus station transfers in Ankara
- Exact pickup time will be given at the time of booking.
- You are kindly requested to present yourself at the pickup point 15 minutes prior the pre-advised pickup 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.
Ankara to Gallipoli and Troy Tours
Day 1 – Overnight Local Bus to Canakkale from Ankara & Gallipoli Tour
00:30 AM: Depart from Ankara Bus Station for Canakkale. Enjoy a comfortable 10-hour bus ride with scheduled breaks for refreshments.
10:30 AM: Arrive at Canakkale bus station. Meet your guide and transfer to the ferry station.
10:55 AM: Take a scenic ferry ride across the Dardanelles to Eceabat, enjoying views of the strait connecting the Aegean Sea to the Sea of Marmara. Relax at our office before the tour.
12:00 PM: Savor a delicious lunch at a local restaurant in Eceabat, known for its regional flavors.
13:00: Start your Gallipoli Guided Tour, visiting:
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- ANZAC Cove: The historic landing site of ANZAC troops during WWI.
- Brighton Beach: A tranquil area once considered for the Allied landing.
- Beach Cemetery: A moving site commemorating fallen soldiers.
- ANZAC Commemorative Site: A symbolic area dedicated to ANZAC troops.
- Ariburnu Cemetery: A serene resting place for many soldiers.
- Lone Pine Australian Memorial: A tribute to Australian soldiers who fought bravely.
- Respect to Mehmetcik Statue: Honoring the courage of Turkish soldiers.
- Johnston’s Jolly: Explore preserved trenches and tunnels used during the war.
- 57th Regiment Turkish Memorial: Commemorating a pivotal Turkish regiment.
- The Nek: Site of a tragic charge by Australian forces.
- Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial: A high point capturing New Zealand’s contribution.
17:00: End of the Gallipoli tour. Transfer to your hotel for check-in. Overnight stay in Canakkale.
Day 2 – Troy Ancient City Tour & Return to Ankara
Morning: Enjoy an open buffet breakfast at the hotel and check out.
8:30 AM: Pick up from your hotel for the Fully Guided Troy Tour, featuring:
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- The Trojan Horse: A replica of the legendary wooden horse from the Trojan War.
- 3,700-Year-Old City Walls: Ancient fortifications that protected the city.
- Sacrificial Altars: Sites used in religious ceremonies.
- Houses of Troy I (3000 B.C. – 2500 B.C.): Early examples of domestic architecture.
- Bouleuterium (Senate Building): The city’s ancient council house.
- Current Excavation Sites: View ongoing archaeological work uncovering Troy’s secrets.
- Odeon (Concert Hall): A venue for music and performances in Roman times.
- Remains from Troy I through Troy IX: Evidence of the city’s evolution over millennia.
End of Tour: We will transfer you to the bus station.
14:00: Depart from Canakkale for Ankara. The 10-hour bus journey includes rest stops.
12:00 AM: Arrive at Ankara Bus Station.
The tour concludes. Thank you for joining us! We hope to see you again on your future travels.
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