Gallipoli to Pamukkale 4-Day Private Tour via Ephesus
Overview
Gallipoli to Pamukkale 4-Day Private Tour via Ephesus
Get ready for an unforgettable 4-day private journey to Turkey's most famous historic places: Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus and Pamukkale.
Ephesus, Troy and Gallipoli
Discover Ephesus, home of the Library of Celsus and the Temple of Hadrian, follow the footsteps of ancient warriors at Troy and Pergamon, and walk the Gallipoli battlefields, where the history of the First World War comes alive.
Thermal Waters of Pamukkale
Finally, enjoy the thermal waters of the Pamukkale travertines. From start to finish the trip is personal and immersive.
It is ideal if you want to understand Turkey's past in depth with first-class private service, combining history, culture and natural beauty in one trip.
Tour Info
Itinerary
Day 1 - 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 - Troy & Pergamon Tour
At 9:00 am your private guide and driver pick you up for Troy, its ancient cities and its legends, followed by a drive to the ancient city of Pergamon. 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
- Pergamon Ancient City
- The Altar of Zeus
- The Acropolis
After the tour you are driven to your hotel in Kusadasi. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 3 - Ephesus Tour
Your guide picks you up from your Kusadasi hotel and introduces the history of Ephesus before you explore the ancient city. With your guide's explanations you will visit:
- Great Theater
- Celsus Library
- Temple of Hadrian
- Harbor Street
- Terrace Houses
- House of the Virgin Mary
- Isa Bey Mosque
After the tour your guide and driver drop you off at your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 4 - Pamukkale Tour
At 9:00 am your private guide and driver pick you up for the Pamukkale tour, home to the natural calcium pools formed by thermal water. The drive takes about 3 hours, and your local guide tells you about the sites on the way.
You will visit:
- The calcium pools
- Necropolis
- Roman Baths
- Domitian Gate
- Latrina
- Frontinus Street
- Agora
- Byzantium Gate
- Triton Fountain
- Cathedral
- Temple of Apollo
- Plutonium (explained from outside because of ongoing excavations)
- Theater
- Hierapolis
(Optional, extra cost) If time allows, you can swim in the Cleopatra Pool.
After the tour you are transferred to Denizli Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Our representative meets you at Istanbul Airport with a name sign and takes you to your hotel by private van.
This is the end of our service. Thank you for travelling with us; we look forward to welcoming you again.
Inclusions & Exclusions
- ✓Private Tours
- ✓Local Tour Guides
- ✓Domestic Flights (Economy Class)
- ✓Transportation by Private Van
- ✓Airport Transfers (Mentioned)
- ✓Museum Tickets & Attraction Fees
- ✕International Flights
- ✕Hotel Bookings (Available Upon Request)
- ✕Meals & Drinks
- ✕Gratuity (Suggested)
- ✕Personal Expenses
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 to Pamukkale 4-day private tour via Ephesus: what you need to know
This private four-day journey links Turkey's most famous historic places on one route: the Gallipoli battlefields, legendary Troy, the Acropolis of Pergamon, the ruins of Ephesus and the white travertines of Pamukkale. Your own guide and private van, economy-class domestic flights, airport transfers and museum tickets are included. The price depends on your dates and group size, so we quote it on request.
| At a glance | |
|---|---|
| Duration | 4 days |
| Price | Quoted on request for your dates and group |
| Type | Private, with local guides |
| Route | Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale, flight back to Istanbul |
| Included | Private guide and van, domestic flight, airport transfers, museum tickets and attraction fees |
| Not included | Items not listed; ask us about hotels and meals |
What do you see over the four days?
| Site | Highlights |
|---|---|
| Gallipoli | Anzac Cove, Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair and the Turkish Memorial |
| Troy | The layered ancient city, the Troy Museum and the Trojan Horse |
| Pergamon | The Acropolis on its hilltop |
| Ephesus | Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, House of the Virgin Mary |
| Pamukkale | The travertines, Hierapolis and its theatre, optional Cleopatra Pool |
3 days or 4 days: which route should you choose?
| Tour from Istanbul | Ends at | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon and Ephesus, 3 days | Ephesus | On request |
| This tour | Pamukkale | On request |
| Gallipoli and Troy, 2 days | Troy | $235 |
| Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus, 5 days | Includes Cappadocia, group tour | $1,280 |
The extra day adds Pamukkale, one of Turkey's great natural wonders, so the trip combines war history, ancient cities and landscape.
Why end the tour at Pamukkale?
Pamukkale, "cotton castle" in Turkish, is a hillside of white calcium terraces filled with warm mineral water, with the ruins of the Roman spa city of Hierapolis above. After three days of history it is a relaxing finale: you walk barefoot on the terraces and can swim in the Cleopatra Pool among ancient columns for an extra fee.
Who is this tour for?
Travellers visiting Gallipoli who want to continue south to the Aegean's great sites, history lovers with limited time, and families or small groups who want a private route with no fixed group schedule.
How is the route organised?
You travel by private van from Istanbul to the Gallipoli peninsula and cross the Dardanelles to Troy, then continue south along the Aegean to Pergamon and Ephesus, and inland to Pamukkale. A domestic flight takes you back to Istanbul at the end, so there is no long return drive. Your guide sets the pace each day and explains the history of each place along the way.
When is the best time to go?
Spring and autumn are ideal. Anzac Day, 25 April, needs early planning. Summer is hot at Ephesus, Pergamon and Pamukkale; winter is quieter and mild on the coast.
What should you bring?
Comfortable walking shoes, a hat and sunscreen, a windproof layer for Gallipoli, a bag for your shoes and swimwear for Pamukkale, modest clothing for the House of the Virgin Mary, and your passport for the domestic flight.
How do you book?
Send us your preferred dates and the number of travellers through the form on this page or on WhatsApp. We confirm the price and plan in writing, and you pay only after confirmation. For more ideas see our Gallipoli tours, Pamukkale tours and Turkey tour packages.
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