4 Days Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, Pamukkale Tour
This 4-day adventure takes you deep into Turkey’s historical soul. Walk the sacred grounds of Gallipoli, follow the legends of Troy, admire the scholarly grandeur of Pergamon, explore the Roman streets of Ephesus, and soak in the healing waters of Pamukkale. With everything arranged — from accommodations to guides and flights — you’ll travel through time with comfort and ease.
- Covers five major historical regions of Turkey in just 4 days
- Seamlessly connects Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, and Pamukkale
- Fully guided with local experts who bring history to life
- All entrance fees, tours, transfers, and intercity transport arranged
What's Included
- 3 nights accommodation
- Daily breakfast, 3 lunches during tours
- Fully guided tours in Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Ephesus, and Pamukkale
- All museum and site entrance fees
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off for each tour
- Domestic flight from Denizli to Istanbul
- Airport transfers upon return to Istanbul
- Professional English-speaking tour guides
What's Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Dinners and drinks during meals
- Swimming at Cleopatra’s Pool in Pamukkale
Day 1 – Gallipoli Tour
Hotel Pick-Up: You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul at 06:30 AM and transferred to the meeting point for departure. The drive to the Gallipoli Peninsula begins at 07:00 AM, with a stop along the way for breakfast.
Visiting Sights:
- Beach Cemetery: Final resting place of ANZAC soldiers, including John Simpson Kirkpatrick.
- ANZAC Cove: The original landing site of Australian and New Zealand troops on April 25, 1915.
- Ari Burnu: Site of the first ANZAC landings with panoramic sea views.
- Lone Pine Cemetery: Memorial and cemetery dedicated to Australian soldiers who fought in Gallipoli.
- Johnston’s Jolly: Preserved trenches where ANZAC and Turkish soldiers fought at close quarters.
- Shrapnel Valley: A heavily shelled route during the campaign, known for its tragic losses.
- Turkish Memorial: Honors the Turkish soldiers who bravely defended their homeland.
- The Nek: Site of a tragic and heroic charge by the Australian Light Horse Brigade.
- Chunuk Bair: Main memorial for New Zealand troops, offering commanding views of the battlefield.
Tour End: After the tour, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel in Eceabat or Canakkale for an overnight stay.
Day 2 – Troy & Pergamon Tour – Transfer to Selcuk
Hotel Pick-Up: After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your hotel at 08:30 AM and transferred to the Troy archaeological site.
Visiting Sights:
- Wooden Trojan Horse Replica: A symbolic reconstruction where visitors can climb inside for a panoramic view.
- Excavation Information Center: A compact but informative exhibition of recent digs and artifacts.
- Troy VI Fortification Walls: Ancient defenses showcasing advanced Hittite-era construction techniques.
- Temple of Athena: A sacred space honoring the goddess of wisdom and war.
- Schliemann’s Trench: The original cut into the mound revealing multiple layers of Troy.
- Troy II Entrance Ramp: A well-preserved architectural feature of early Bronze Age Troy.
- The Sanctuary and Odeon: Sites of religious and cultural significance in ancient times.
- Active Excavation Areas: Witness ongoing archaeological efforts, when in season.
After lunch, you’ll continue to Pergamon, once a major cultural and political center of the Hellenistic world.
- Acropolis of Pergamon: Home to the famous Library, Temples of Athena and Trajan, and steepest theater in the ancient world.
- Asclepion: One of the earliest healing centers of the ancient world, dedicated to the god of medicine.
- Red Basilica (Red Hall): Originally a temple for Egyptian gods, later a Christian church and one of the Seven Churches of Revelation.
Tour End: After the tour, the group will continue to Selcuk or Kusadasi. Upon arrival, you’ll check into your hotel for the night.
Day 3 – Ephesus Tour
Hotel Pick-Up: After breakfast, you’ll be picked up around 08:30 AM from your hotel for a full-day Ephesus Tour.
Visiting Sights:
- Temple of Artemis: The ruins of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- Ephesus Ancient City: Explore the Grand Theatre, Celsus Library, Marble Street, Agora, Odeon, and public baths.
- House of Virgin Mary: Believed to be the final home of Mary, mother of Jesus, and an important pilgrimage site.
Tour End: Around 17:00 PM, the tour concludes and you’ll be dropped off at your hotel in Selcuk or Kusadasi.
Day 4 – Pamukkale Tour & Flight to Istanbul
Hotel Pick-Up: After breakfast, you’ll be picked up from your hotel around 07:30 AM and transferred to Pamukkale.
Visiting Sights:
- Calcium Travertines: Cascading white terraces formed by centuries of thermal spring deposits.
- Hierapolis Ancient City: Includes the Roman theater, necropolis, Frontinus Gate, and Byzantine structures.
- Cleopatra’s Pool (optional): Swim among submerged columns in warm, mineral-rich waters — swimming is extra.
Tour End: After the tour, you’ll be transferred to Denizli Airport for your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, you’ll be greeted and transferred to your hotel in Istanbul. Tour officially ends upon arrival at your Istanbul hotel.
- Domestic flight from Denizli to Istanbul includes 15kg checkin + 8kg cabin baggage allowance.
- Cleopatra Pool in Pamukkale is optional and requires a separate swimming fee. Don't forget to bring your swimsuits if you plan to swim
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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This tour gave us the chance to see so many famous places in just 4 days. Gallipoli was very moving and emotional. Pergamon surprised me the most with its amazing views and ruins on the hill. I loved Ephesus too, felt like walking through a story.
I thought 4 days wouldn't be enough but the schedule was perfect. No delays and great timing at each site. Troy and Pergamon were really special for me.
We booked 12 days hotel booking in Istanbul and we spend 4 days in Istanbul. After wards we realy wanted to see Gallipoli and Troy. We contacted with Mr. Coskun via e-mail. He said, it was not possible to visit both in one day. Only way to vist them in one day by private tours but it was expencive for us. We talked with our hotel to cancell the rest of the booking. Thank you Mr. Basri. He helped us.Then Mr. Coskun offered us Pergamon, Ephesus and Pamukkale tours too according to our time frame and budget. We enjoyed 5 days tour package and visited must seeing places for us. Only thing that we missed Cappadocia. For sure we will come and visit Cappadocia. I keep your Whatsapp and will keep in touch Coskun. Thank you for all. See you very soon.
What a perfect route! From war history in Gallipoli to ancient cities and natural wonders. I learned so much on this tour. Really appreciate how well everything was planned.
Everything was organized well and the guides were friendly. Ephesus was definitely my favorite part. Pamukkale was nice and relaxing at the end. Would recommend this to friends.
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