Gallipoli & Troy Private Tour from Istanbul, 2 Days
Overview
Gallipoli & Troy Private Tour from Istanbul, 2 Days
This 2-day tour takes you to two of Turkey's most meaningful historic places. Follow in the footsteps of the soldiers across the battlefields, memorials and cemeteries of Gallipoli and hear the stories behind the First World War campaign.
Ancient Troy and the Trojan Horse
Then discover Troy, the ancient city at the centre of one of the best-known legends in the world, Homer's Iliad. Explore its ruins and take a photo with the famous Trojan Horse.
Perfect for History Lovers
The tour is perfect for history lovers and curious travellers who want to see more of Turkey's remarkable past. We take care of every arrangement so you can simply enjoy the experience.
Tour Info
Itinerary
Day 1 - Private Gallipoli Tour
Your private guide picks you up from your hotel at 8:00 am for the drive to Gallipoli and the battlefields of the First World War. The tour is by private van, and your guide tells you about the war on the way.
The day includes:
- Brighton Beach
- Beach Cemetery (John Simpson's grave)
- Anzac Cove
- Ari Burnu (the first Anzac landing site)
- Lone Pine Cemetery (Australian memorial)
- Johnston's Jolly (a walk in the Anzac trenches)
- View over Shrapnel Valley
- Turkish Memorial
- The Nek and Walker's Ridge
- Chunuk Bair (the main New Zealand memorial)
After the tour your guide drops you off at your hotel. Overnight in Eceabat.
Day 2 - Private Troy Tour
At 9:00 am your private guide and driver pick you up for a tour of Troy, its ancient cities and its legends. You will visit:
- The Trojan Horse
- Troy Museum
- The sacrificial altars
- The 3,700-year-old city walls
- The houses of Troy I
- The Bouleuterion (Senate Building)
- The Odeon (Concert Hall)
- Remains of the successive cities from Troy I to Troy IX
At the end of the tour you are driven back to your hotel in Istanbul.
This is the end of our service. Thank you for travelling with us; we look forward to welcoming you again.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- ✓Private Tour
- ✓Licensed Tour Guide
- ✓Transportation by Private Van
- ✓Museum Tickets & Attraction Fees
- ✕Hotel Bookings (Available Upon Request)
- ✕Meals & Drinks
- ✕Gratuity (Suggested)
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel free of charge up to 7 days before the tour for a full refund. Cancellations within 7 days of the tour are not refundable. All times are local time.
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Gallipoli and Troy private tour from Istanbul, 2 days: what you need to know
This private two-day tour from Istanbul takes you to two of Turkey's most meaningful historic places, from $235: the First World War battlefields, memorials and cemeteries of Gallipoli on day one, and the legendary ruins of Troy on day two. A licensed private guide, a private van with hotel pick-up, and museum tickets and attraction fees are included. Hotels near the Dardanelles can be booked for you on request.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 days |
| Price | from $235 |
| Type | Private, your group with a licensed guide |
| Start | Your hotel in Istanbul, pick-up at 08:00 on day one |
| Included | Private guide, private van, museum tickets and attraction fees |
| Not included | Hotel (available on request), meals and drinks, tips |
Why visit Gallipoli and Troy together?
They lie on opposite shores of the Dardanelles, the strait that has shaped history from Homer's Trojan War to the Gallipoli campaign of 1915. A two-day trip lets you see both properly without rushing, with a night near Canakkale in between, instead of a very long single day from Istanbul.
What do you see at Gallipoli?
| Site | Significance |
|---|---|
| Ari Burnu | The first Anzac landing place |
| Anzac Cove | The beach where Australian and New Zealand troops landed in April 1915 |
| Beach Cemetery | One of the cemeteries along the shore |
| Lone Pine | The Australian memorial and cemetery |
| Johnston's Jolly | Preserved Anzac trenches |
| Chunuk Bair | The New Zealand memorial on the heights |
| Turkish memorials | Remembering the Ottoman soldiers who defended the peninsula |
Your guide tells the stories of the soldiers on both sides, which is why many Australian, New Zealand, British and Turkish visitors find the day deeply moving.
What do you see at Troy?
| Site | What it is |
|---|---|
| Trojan Horse | The famous wooden replica at the entrance, ideal for photos |
| Troy Museum | Finds from the site, displayed in a modern museum |
| City walls | Fortifications from different periods of the city |
| Layers of Troy I to IX | Settlements built on top of each other over thousands of years |
| Sacrificial altars, Odeon and Bouleuterion | Religious and civic buildings |
How does it compare with our other Gallipoli and Troy tours?
| Tour | Length | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| This private tour | 2 days | $235 |
| Gallipoli private tour from Istanbul | 1 long day | $405 |
| Troy private tour from Istanbul | 1 day | $165 |
| Troy day trip with ferry and lunch | 1 day, group | $175 |
For a longer route that continues south to Pergamon and Ephesus, ask us about our private multi-day Aegean tours from Istanbul.
When is the best time to visit Gallipoli?
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable for walking the battlefields. Anzac Day, 25 April, is the most significant date of the year, with dawn services at Gallipoli; the area is very busy then and plans need to be made well in advance. Summer is hot and exposed; winter is quiet and can be windy.
What should you bring?
Comfortable walking shoes, a hat and sunscreen, a windproof jacket for the exposed heights, and any family details if you want to look for a relative's grave or memorial; tell us in advance and your guide can help plan the route.
How do you book?
Choose your dates on this page and send the form, or message us on WhatsApp with your Istanbul hotel and whether you need a hotel for the night. We confirm the plan in writing and you pay only after confirmation. For more ideas see our Gallipoli tours, Troy tours and Turkey tour packages.
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