2-Day Gallipoli, Troy & Pergamon Tour from Istanbul

Walk the original trenches and stand where two ancient empires shaped the Mediterranean

A 2-day guided historical tour from Istanbul to the Gallipoli Peninsula, Troy and Pergamon, with hotel pickup and one night in Canakkale. Day 1 covers the ANZAC sites (Brighton Beach, Arıburnu Cemetery, Lone Pine, The Nek and Chunuk Bair), then overnight in a 3-star hotel. Day 2 visits Troy's museum and archaeological site, then Pergamon's acropolis with its terraced theater, temples and the former Library of 200,000 volumes, ending at your hotel in Selcuk or Kusadasi. A professional English-speaking guide leads both days. Breakfast and lunch are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1: Istanbul to Gallipoli battlefields

• Depart hotel in Istanbul
• Drive 5 hours to Eceabat
• Take refreshment break
• Have optional light breakfast
• Lunch around 12:00
• Visit ANZAC sites and battlefields
• Overnight in Canakkale hotel

Day 2: Troy and Pergamon tour

• Drive 30 minutes to Troy
• Visit Museum of Troy
• Tour ancient Troy site
• Drive 3 hours to Pergamon
• Visit Acropolis of Pergamon
• Explore local handicrafts
• Drop off at hotel in Selcuk or Kusadasi

The experience

The drive from Istanbul takes 5 hours along the Sea of Marmara, with a break around 9 am for refreshments. You'll reach Eceabat by midday, then spend the afternoon walking the Gallipoli battlefields with your guide. The sites tell the story of the ill-fated ANZAC campaign: Brighton Beach where troops landed, Arıburnu Cemetery, the Commemorative Site where ANZAC Day is held each April, Lone Pine, Johnston's Jolly, the original trenches, The Nek and Chunuk Bair. Lunch is served around noon, and you'll overnight in Canakkale, a seaside town on the Dardanelles Strait.

Day 2 begins with a 30-minute drive to Troy. You'll visit the Museum of Troy first to see artifacts excavated from the site, then explore the archaeological layers with your guide, who explains the myths, legends and what archaeologists have uncovered. After lunch, the drive to Pergamon takes 3 hours. The acropolis sits on a hillside terraced with temples, a library that once held 200,000 volumes, a theater carved into the slope with seating for 10,000, and the Altar of Zeus (now in Berlin). Your guide walks you through each structure and its place in Pergamon's history as a major power of the ancient world. The tour ends with time to explore local Turkish handicrafts before drop-off at your hotel in Selcuk or Kusadasi.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup in Istanbul and drop-off in Selcuk or Kusadasi.
• one night's accommodation in Canakkale with breakfast.
• professional English-speaking guide for both days.
• lunch on both days.
• entry to Troy Museum and the archaeological sites of Troy and Pergamon.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 06:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (7 and older) · Child (4 to 6 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Crowded House Tours

Is this one for you?The 2-day format means you leave Istanbul early morning and return to the Aegean coast by evening on Day 2, so it suits travelers with a few days to spare who want to cover three major sites without rushing any one of them. If you have only an afternoon free, a single-day Gallipoli tour would work better. If you want to add Ephesus or spend more time on the coast, a longer itinerary is worth considering.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 6 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What exactly are the ANZAC sites I'll see on Day 1 at Gallipoli?

The Gallipoli Peninsula tour covers Brighton Beach where the ANZAC troops landed, Arıburnu Cemetery, the Commemorative Site (where ANZAC Day is observed), Lone Pine, Johnston's Jolly, the original trenches, The Nek and Chunuk Bair. Your guide explains the campaign and what each location meant in the battle.

Do I need to book my own hotel in Selcuk or Kusadasi for the second night?

Yes, the tour includes one night's accommodation in Canakkale on Day 1, but you arrange your own hotel in Selcuk or Kusadasi for the end of Day 2. The tour drops you at whichever hotel you've booked there.

Is lunch included, and what if I'm vegetarian?

Lunch is included on both days. Vegetarian options are available. Let the operator know at the time of booking if you need one.

How much time do I spend actually walking around Troy and Pergamon?

At Troy, you visit the museum first, then walk the archaeological site with your guide. The exact time depends on your pace and questions. At Pergamon, the acropolis tour covers the terraced temples, theater, library site and other structures. You'll also have time to browse local handicrafts before heading to your final hotel.

What's the accommodation like in Canakkale?

You'll stay one night in a 3-star hotel in Canakkale, a welcoming seaside town. Rooms are double or twin share for two people. If you need a single room, book that separately.

Can I arrange a light breakfast on Day 1 before we leave Istanbul?

Yes, breakfast is included in the tour, but if you want a light breakfast before the 5-hour drive to Gallipoli, you can arrange that for an extra charge.