Istanbul: 2-Day Gallipoli, Troy, and Bergama Tour
ID: GYG358555-642195
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
2 days
Description
Explore the battlefields of Gallipoli, the legendary UNESCO sites of Troy and the Acropolis of Pergamon on a 2-day tour. Enjoy an escape from the crowds of Istanbul.
Day 1:
Following an early pickup from your hotel in Istanbul, head towards Gallipoli Peninsula by giving a break on the half way
( Breakfast served at own expense ) Along the way, stop in Eceabat and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Following lunch, continue your journey to Gallipoli.
Once you arrive, embark on a guided tour of the most important sites and monuments, including Brighton Beach, the Beach Cemetery, ANZAC Cove, the Ariburnu Cemetery, the ANZAC Commemorative Site, the Mehmetcik Statue, the Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnston's Jolly, 57th Regiment Turkish Memorial, the Nek, and the Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial. At 6:00PM, transfer to your accommodation for your overnight stay.
Day 2:
Depart for a tour of Troy. Visit the Trojan Horse, Sacrificial Altars, The 3,700-year-old city walls, Houses of Troy I, Bouleuterium (Senate Building), and Odeon (Concert Hall). Marvel at the remains of the various cities from Troy I through to Troy IX.
Next, travel to Bergama, admiring the luscious views along the way. Savor a delicious lunch before heading uphill to the ancient Pergamon Acropolis - once the residence of the royal families and aristocrats. Explore the former palaces, temples, and water reservoirs, as well as the Acropolis, the library, the Temple of Athena, the Temple of Trajan, the Altar of Zeus, the gymnasium situated on the terraces, the Lower Agora, the Hellenistic Theater, and the Temple of Dionysus. Your tour finally finishes at 5:30PM, at which point you can sit back and relax on your return journey to either Selcuk or Kudasasi.
Highlights
- See the Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Australian Memorial, the Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial, and more
- Explore the ancient city of Troy and marvel at its ruins, including a replica of the Trojan Horse
- Discover the wonders of the Acropolis, home to palaces, temples, and more
- See one of the best-preserved ancient Hellenistic Theaters in the world
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please note that the tour departs from Istanbul and finishes in Selcuk/Kudasasi at the end of day 2
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You must bring your own headphones
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pick up and drop off is available from only the hotels in Taksim and Sultanahmet area.
Pick up time for Taksim area is between 06:00 - 06:20 am
Pick up time for Sultanahmet area is between 06:30 - 07:00 am
Meeting point might be arranged depending on the locaiton of the hotel
No pick up and drop off service available from the Asian side of Istanbul
Please confirm the exact pick up time and locaiton before your departure
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
