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Historic Troy and Gallipoli Tour: A Journey Through Time

Visited Sights:

Troy, Gallipoli

Tour Duration:

2 Day

Tour Type:

Private

Guiding Languages:

English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian

OVERVIEW

This two-day tour delves into the rich histories of Troy and Gallipoli, offering an immersive experience into their ancient and more recent pasts. From the mythological tales of Troy to the sobering battlefields of Gallipoli, this tour provides a comprehensive look at the profound impact these sites have had on history and culture.

ITINERARY

Morning Pickup:

  • Start: Pick up from your hotel in Çanakkale early in the morning.
  • Travel to Troy: Begin your day with a short drive to the legendary city of Troy, renowned for its 4,000 years of history and the epic tales from Homer’s Iliad.

Troy Tour:

  • Archaeological Site: Explore the extensive ruins of Troy, including the iconic reconstructed Trojan Horse, city walls, and various layers of ancient settlements that reveal the historical complexities of this legendary site.
  • Troy Museum: Visit the recently opened Troy Museum, which offers a modern perspective on the archaeological discoveries from the area, showcasing artifacts that span several millennia.

Midday:

  • Lunch: Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant, featuring regional specialties.

Morning:

  • Gallipoli Peninsula: After breakfast, drive to the Gallipoli Peninsula, a site of profound historical significance due to the fierce battles fought here during World War I.
  • Battlefields Tour: Visit key locations such as ANZAC Cove, where the Allied forces landed; Lone Pine Australian Memorial; and Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial. These sites pay homage to the soldiers who fought and died in this tragic conflict.

Afternoon:

  • Lunch: Have lunch in a local café or restaurant in Gallipoli.
  • Continued Exploration: Explore more detailed sites of the Gallipoli Campaign, including Turkish memorials like the 57th Regiment Memorial and Mehmetçik Memorial.
  • War Cemeteries: Visit several cemeteries where troops from both sides are buried, bringing a somber reality to the historical narratives.

Evening:

  • Return to Çanakkale: Reflect on a day filled with historical insights as you drive back to your accommodation in Çanakkale.

INCLUDED

  • Professional licensed tour guide
  • Port / Hotel Pick up & Drop off
  • A/C Mercedes MPV
  • All local taxes
  • Parking fees
  • Lunch (Full-day Tours)

EXCLUDED

  • Entrance fees
  • Personal expenses
  • Driver & guide tips – gratitude
  • Drinks

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 Languages except English may introduce a slight increase in the price.

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