Highlights

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.

Inclusions

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

Exclusions

Personal expenses
Drinks at the lunch
Dinners and lunch on the second day
Optional Tours and activities
Bus station transfers in Ankara

Remarks

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:

- 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:

- 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.