4 Days Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul
This fast-paced 4-day tour connects Türkiye’s most legendary and emotional highlights in one seamless journey.
Travel from the WWI battlefields of Gallipoli to the ruins of Troy and Pergamon, then dive into the Roman marvels of Ephesus and the thermal beauty of Pamukkale.
With expertly guided tours, quality hotel stays in Canakkale and Kusadasi, and return flight to Istanbul—your itinerary is fully taken care of.
- Covers 5 top destinations with no stress or logistics to manage
- Great blend of ancient sites, natural wonders, and modern comfort
- All travel arranged between regions, including return to Istanbul
- Daily expert-guided tours and curated experiences
- Ideal for travelers with limited time who want to see it all
What's Included
- Hotel pick-up in Istanbul and final hotel drop-off in Istanbul
- Transport to Eceabat and Gallipoli
- 1 night hotel accommodation in Canakkale
- 2 nights hotel accommodation in Kusadasi
- Fully guided tours in Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, and Pamukkale
- Lunch on all tour days
- Breakfasts at hotels
- Entrance fees to all visited sites
- Transfer between all regions and tour points
- Domestic flight ticket from Denizli to Istanbul
- Professional English-speaking tour guides
- Airport–hotel transfers in Istanbul
What's Not Included
- Dinners
- Drinks at lunch
- Swimming at Cleopatra Antique Pool (optional)
- Personal expenses
4 Days Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul – Ancient Legends & Heroic Memories
Day 1 ─ Gallipoli Tour ➝ Overnight in Canakkale
06:00 – 06:15 ─ Pick-up from your hotel in Taksim
06:30 – 07:00 ─ Pick-up from your hotel in Sultanahmet
Depart from Istanbul by air-conditioned vehicle. Comfort breaks and scenic views along the Marmara coast.
11:30 ─ Arrival in Eceabat
12:00 ─ Lunch at a local restaurant by the Dardanelles
13:00 ─ Begin your fully guided Gallipoli Tour
Commemorating the Gallipoli Campaign
- Brighton Beach: WWI ANZAC landing site and peaceful shoreline.
- Beach Cemetery: Final resting place of many fallen soldiers, including John Simpson.
- ANZAC Cove: A powerful memorial site and historic beachhead.
- Ari Burnu & Ariburnu Cemetery: Key points in the ANZAC advance and retreat.
- Lone Pine Cemetery: Fierce site of Australian trenches and now a poignant memorial.
- Johnston’s Jolly: Explore original Turkish and Allied trenches.
- Shrapnel Valley: A vital supply route during the battle.
- The Nek: Site of a tragic but brave charge by Australian forces.
- Chunuk Bair: Main New Zealand memorial and one of the highest ridges held.
17:00 ─ Tour ends. Ferry across the Dardanelles
18:00 ─ Transfer to your hotel in Canakkale and check-in.
Day 2 ─ Troy & Pergamon Tours ➝ Transfer to Kusadasi
08:15 ─ Pick-up from your hotel in Canakkale
Start your morning with a guided tour of Troy Ancient City.
Exploring the Myths of Troy
- Trojan Horse Replica: Symbol of the legendary Greek trick from Homer’s Iliad.
- Sacrificial Altars: Used for ancient rituals and honoring deities.
- 3700-Year-Old City Walls: Early Bronze Age defense system still standing.
- The Agora & Bouleuterion: Commercial and political heart of the city.
- Houses of Troy I–IX: Excavated remains from nine historical layers of the city.
10:30 ─ Depart for Pergamon by comfortable vehicle
13:30 ─ Lunch in Bergama followed by Pergamon Acropolis Tour
Once a Center of Medicine & Wisdom
- The Acropolis: Hilltop city offering panoramic views and ancient significance.
- Library of Pergamon: Rivaled Alexandria with its collection of scrolls.
- Temple of Trajan & Athena: Monuments to power, wisdom, and Roman imperial presence.
- Hellenistic Theater: The steepest in the ancient world, overlooking the valley below.
- Altar of Zeus (base remains): One of the Seven Wonders of the classical world.
17:30 ─ End of tour and drive to Kusadasi
20:30 ─ Arrival in Kusadasi, check-in to your hotel.
Day 3 ─ Ephesus Tour
08:30 ─ Hotel pick-up and transfer to Ephesus Ancient City
Walking Through Roman History
- Ephesus Ancient City: Wander streets once used by emperors and philosophers.
- Library of Celsius: Ornate marble structure still standing proud after centuries.
- Great Amphitheater: Vast venue once holding up to 25,000 spectators.
- Temple of Hadrian, fountains & Agora: Explore preserved ruins and daily life structures.
- House of Virgin Mary: Sacred Christian pilgrimage site nestled on the mountain.
- Temple of Artemis (viewpoint): Remnants of one of the Ancient World’s Seven Wonders.
16:00 ─ Return transfer to your hotel in Kusadasi
Day 4 ─ Pamukkale Tour ➝ Fly to Istanbul ➝ Hotel Transfer
07:30 ─ Hotel pick-up and transfer to Pamukkale
Nature’s White Marvel & Ancient Healing City
- White Travertine Terraces: Natural cascades of calcium-rich waters forming dazzling plateaus.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Explore Roman structures like Frontinius Street, Theater, Bath & Basilica, Temple of Apollo, Necropolis.
- Cleopatra Antique Pool: Optional thermal swim among ancient columns (swimming is extra).
16:00 ─ Transfer to Denizli Airport
Evening: Flight to Istanbul (flight time based on availability)
Arrival in Istanbul: Meet and greet at airport, transfer to your hotel in Istanbul.
- Tour begins with hotel pick-up in Istanbul and ends with hotel transfer in Istanbul
- Domestic flight from Denizli to Istanbul includes 15kg check-in and 8kg cabin baggage
- Flight departure times vary based on availability
Hotel Options
If you have a preferred hotel, please let us know during the reservation process. On the checkout page, you will see an "Additional Request" section where you can specify your preference.
However, please note that we will make the reservation at one of the hotels listed below or similar quality hotels based on availability.
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Ultimate Turkish heritage experience covering warfare, literature, scholarship, commerce, and natural wonders. Complete cultural education.
Fantastic comprehensive exploration of Turkish antiquity.
Thermal pools provided necessary muscle relief after climbing Pergamon acropolis and exploring extensive Ephesus ruins. Physical demands balanced by therapeutic relaxation.
Archaeological timeline spanning from Bronze Age Troy through Roman Ephesus to Byzantine Pergamon demonstrated civilizational continuity despite political changes.
Battlefield silence at Gallipoli contrasted dramatically with bustling reconstruction at Troy and thriving commerce evidence throughout Ephesus marketplace ruins. Human resilience across centuries.
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