2-Day Gallipoli & Troy Tour from Istanbul

This classic 2-day group tour combines the historic battlefields of Gallipoli with the legendary ancient city of Troy. Departing from Istanbul, the tour includes one overnight stay in Çanakkale and offers a well-paced, comprehensive introduction to the region’s military and archaeological heritage.

TOUR OVERVIEW

• Duration: 2 Days / 1 Night
• Start: Istanbul
• End: Istanbul
• Tour Type: Group Tour
• Accommodation: 1 night in Çanakkale
• Departure: Early morning from Istanbul

ITINERARY

DAY 1 – ISTANBUL / GALLIPOLI / ÇANAKKALE

Early morning pick-up from centrally located hotels in Istanbul and departure by air-conditioned coach towards Çanakkale.

After arrival, begin the guided tour of the Gallipoli Peninsula, visiting the most significant World War I battlefields and memorials.

Sites visited include:

• Brighton Beach
• Beach Cemetery
• ANZAC Cove
• Ariburnu Cemetery
• Lone Pine Memorial
• Chunuk Bair

Your professional guide will explain the historical background of the Gallipoli Campaign, with stories from both the Allied and Ottoman perspectives.

Lunch at a local restaurant is included.

In the late afternoon, cross to Çanakkale and check in to your hotel.

Dinner at leisure and overnight in Çanakkale.

DAY 2 – TROY ANCIENT CITY / ISTANBUL

After breakfast, depart for a guided visit to Troy Ancient City, home to the legendary Trojan Horse and the layers of settlement dating back thousands of years.

Explore the archaeological remains, city walls, and excavation areas while learning about the mythology and history behind Homer’s Iliad.

After the tour, enjoy free time for lunch (not included).

In the afternoon, begin the return journey to Istanbul with short breaks along the way. Arrival in Istanbul in the evening.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Hotel pick-up & drop-off (central Istanbul hotels)
• Transportation by air-conditioned coach
• Professional English-speaking group guide
• 1 night hotel accommodation in Çanakkale
• Breakfast at the hotel
• Lunch on Day 1
• Entrance tickets to Gallipoli sites and Troy

NOT INCLUDED

• Dinner on Day 1
• Lunch on Day 2
• Drinks
• Personal expenses

IMPORTANT NOTES

• This is a group tour with a fixed itinerary
• Moderate walking is required
• Not suitable for wheelchair users

READY TO BOOK

This 2-day Gallipoli and Troy tour is ideal for travelers who want to explore both the World War I battlefields and one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world, with the comfort of an overnight stay in Çanakkale.

Advance booking is recommended, especially during peak travel seasons.