Highlights
- Guided Tour of Ancient Troy: Explore the legendary city with an expert guide, uncovering its rich history and mythology.
- Iconic Trojan Horse: Visit the famous Trojan Horse replica and learn its role in both history and the movie Troy.
- Key Historical Sites: Discover highlights such as the 3200-year-old city walls, Temple of Athena, and the Scaean Gate.
- Convenient Transfers: Enjoy seamless hotel pickup in Eceabat and ferry transportation across the Dardanelles to Canakkale.
Inclusions
- Pick up and drop off at your hotels in Eceabat
- English guiding service during your tour
- Transportation by air-conditioned non-smoking tour coaches
- Ferry tickets on the Dardanelles
- Entrance fees to the sights
- Parking and road tolls
- Local taxes
Exclusions
- Personal Expenses
- Optional Gallipoli Day Tours
- Breakfast, lunch or dinner
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.
Troy Day Trip from Eceabat
Between 13:00 and 13:30: We will pick you up from your hotel in Eceabat and drive to the ferry station. After crossing the Dardanelles to Çanakkale, we’ll head to the Ancient City of Troy for a fully guided tour.
Highlights of the Troy Tour
- The Trojan Horse used in the movie Troy: A replica of the legendary wooden horse, famously portrayed in the Hollywood film.
- Helen of Troy and the famous Trojan Wars: Learn about the mythological queen whose beauty sparked the epic Trojan War.
- The battle between Achilles and Hector: Hear the story of this legendary duel from Homer’s Iliad.
- The ancient Trojan Horse located in the city: Another symbolic Trojan Horse within the archaeological site.
- 3200-year-old city walls of Troy VI and VII: Marvel at the well-preserved fortifications from the Late Bronze Age.
- The East Gate of Troy VI (VIP entrance): Explore this grand entrance used by high-ranking individuals in ancient Troy.
- The Temple of Athena and Megaron House: Visit the religious and residential structures of Troy’s elite.
- Walls and ramp of Troy II: Witness remnants of early fortifications and access ramps from this ancient layer.
- The oldest ruins of Troy (Walls of Troy I): Discover the earliest evidence of settlement in Troy.
- Schliemann’s Trench and the Scaean Gate: Learn about the excavation techniques used and see the iconic gate mentioned in The Iliad.
- The Sanctuary (Sacrificing Altars): See the sacred area used for religious rituals and offerings.
- Roman Bath and Odeon (Music Theater): Explore Roman additions that highlight Troy’s later history.
- The Gate of Troy VI (likely the site of the wooden horse entry): Investigate the legendary gate associated with the Trojan Horse story.
- South Gate of Troy VI and Bouleuterion: Visit administrative and ceremonial sites pivotal to ancient Troy.
- Ruins of the Agora (Marketplace): Walk through the remains of the city’s bustling trading hub.
At the end of the tour, we’ll return to Çanakkale ferry station. After crossing the Dardanelles, we will transfer you back to your hotel in Eceabat.
The tour ends in your hotel. Thanks for choosing us!
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