2 Days Pergamon, Troy, and Gallipoli Tour from Kusadasi
2-Day Pergamon, Troy, and Gallipoli Tour from Kusadasi to Istanbul
Travel from Kusadasi to Istanbul in 2 days, visiting Pergamon, Troy, and Gallipoli with guided tours, hotel stay, and end-to-end transfers included.
Tour Overview
Travel across millennia on this 2-day historical adventure from Kusadasi to Istanbul, exploring the ancient wonders of Pergamon and Troy, and honoring the memories at the Gallipoli battlefields. This compact tour is ideal for history lovers who want to cover multiple UNESCO and world-famous heritage sites within a short time. From the Hellenistic temples of Pergamon to the legendary walls of Troy and the solemn memorials of Gallipoli, this journey connects mythology, empire, and modern history — ending with a smooth drop-off at your hotel in Istanbul.
Why People Choose This Tour
- Explore the magnificent Acropolis of Pergamon and walk through one of the ancient world’s greatest cities.
- Visit the legendary city of Troy and see the replica of the Trojan Horse, along with ancient ruins and layers of history.
- Experience an emotional Gallipoli battlefield tour, visiting ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine, and Turkish memorials.
- Enjoy comfortable transfers between Kusadasi, Pergamon, Çanakkale, Gallipoli, and Istanbul.
- All-inclusive structure with guided tours, hotel accommodation, and meals included.
- Seamless end-to-end service — tour starts in Kusadasi and ends with hotel drop-off in Istanbul.
Tour Itinerary
Kuşadasi/Selçuk to Pergamon & Overnight in Canakkale
10:30 – You will be picked up from your hotel in Kuşadası or Selçuk and meet your professional tour guide and group. Then, the journey to Pergamon will begin. The scenic drive takes approximately 2 hours through the historical lands of western Anatolia.
Upon arrival in Pergamon, you will enjoy a traditional lunch at a local restaurant, where you’ll experience regional flavors before starting the guided tour of the ancient city.
- Acropolis of Pergamon: Located on a steep hilltop, the Acropolis was the heart of ancient Pergamon, featuring temples, royal palaces, and ceremonial structures with commanding views over the surrounding plain.
- Altar of Zeus: Built during the reign of King Eumenes II, this monumental altar once stood as one of the most significant religious structures in the ancient world.
- Library of Pergamon: Home to over 200,000 scrolls, this library was a center of learning that rivaled Alexandria, symbolizing Pergamon’s cultural prestige.
- Asclepion: One of the earliest medical centers in history, dedicated to the god of healing Asclepius. The site included treatment rooms, a theater, and therapeutic water baths.
- Theater of Pergamon: Carved into the hillside, this dramatic structure could seat around 10,000 spectators and offered panoramic views of the city and valley.
- Great Altar: Separate from the Zeus Altar, this was another significant sanctuary in the city, dedicated to both Athena and Zeus and adorned with friezes and statues.
17:00 – After completing the tour of Pergamon, you will begin your drive to Çanakkale.
Around 21:30 – Upon arrival in Çanakkale, check-in at your hotel. You will stay overnight in Çanakkale and prepare for the next day’s Troy and Gallipoli adventure.
Troy - Gallipoli Visiting & Drive to Istanbul
08:30 – After a delicious breakfast and check-out from your hotel in Çanakkale, your professional tour guide will pick you up and begin the day’s journey. Your first stop will be the iconic Trojan Horse—a full-scale replica of the legendary wooden horse from the Trojan War. This symbolic monument in the center of Çanakkale reminds visitors of the epic story told in Homer’s Iliad.
You will then proceed to explore the world-famous Troy Ancient City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that dates back over 4,000 years. The site is layered with the remains of several cities built one on top of the other, revealing centuries of history and myth intertwined.
- Trojan Horse (replica): A modern monument built to commemorate the myth of the Greeks entering Troy inside a wooden horse. It’s also featured in the 2004 Hollywood movie *Troy*.
- 3700-Year-Old City Walls: Walk along the legendary defensive walls that once protected the ancient city, showcasing early engineering brilliance.
- The Megaron House: A typical residential structure from the Troy VI period, offering insights into Bronze Age life.
- Odeon (Small Theater): A semi-circular structure once used for music performances and council meetings in Roman times.
- Bouleuterion (Council House): A structure where the city’s leaders would meet to discuss civic matters.
10:30 – After finishing the Troy tour, you will head to Eceabat for lunch at a local seaside restaurant.
Following lunch, you’ll begin the afternoon journey through the battle-scarred landscapes of the Gallipoli Peninsula, where one of World War I’s most intense campaigns took place. Led by your expert guide, you will visit major memorials, cemeteries, and trenches.
- Brighton Beach: One of the landing spots of Allied forces, today a peaceful shoreline with historical context.
- Beach Cemetery: A quiet resting place for many ANZAC soldiers who perished during the Gallipoli Campaign.
- ANZAC Cove: The primary landing site for Australian and New Zealand forces on 25 April 1915, now a national remembrance site.
- Ariburnu Cemetery: Another touching war cemetery where hundreds of fallen soldiers are buried.
- ANZAC Commemorative Site: A place of reflection and annual dawn services, honoring ANZAC bravery and sacrifice.
- Respect to the Mehmetçik Statue: A statue symbolizing Turkish soldiers’ heroism and humanity during the war.
- Lone Pine Memorial: Dedicated to the fallen Australian soldiers, located at the site of a fierce battle.
- Johnston’s Jolly: View preserved trenches from both the Turkish and Allied sides of the conflict.
- 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery: A memorial site for the brave Turkish regiment that fought without retreating.
- The Nek: A narrow ridge and dramatic battlefield scene, significant in ANZAC history.
- Chunuk Bair Memorial: Dedicated to New Zealand soldiers, this site provides one of the best panoramic views over the peninsula.
17:00 – The Gallipoli tour ends. You will then begin your transfer to Istanbul.
The drive takes approximately 4 to 5 hours. Upon arrival in Istanbul, you will be dropped off at your hotel in the city center. End of the tour.
What's Included
Included
- All transportation in a 'no-smoking' vehicle
- Lunches in Eceabat and Bergama
- One night accommodation in Canakkale with breakfast
- Fully Guided Troy tour and Pergamon Tour and Gallipoli Tour with a professional English speaking guide
- Entrance fees to Troy & Acropolis Ancient Sites
- Road expenses & all taxes & Ferry fees
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks at the lunches
- Any extra fees for transportation if your hotels are not central
- Optional tours and sights
Hotel Options
If you have a preferred hotel, please mention it in the "Additional Request" section at checkout.
We’ll do our best, but your booking will be made at one of the listed hotels or a similar-quality option based on availability.
Important Remarks
Please read the following important information carefully before booking. These remarks contain essential details about your tour experience.
- Our shuttle to Istanbul will transfer you to the central hotels which are the hotels in the Sultanahmet, Beşiktaş and Beyoğlu areas.
- Tour starts with hotel pick-up from Kusadasi or Selçuk Ends at your hotel in Istanbul.
- Istanbul hotel accommodation is not included.
- All entrance fees, transportation, and meals as per itinerary are included
More Details
Your journey begins in the peaceful coastal town of Kusadasi, where you’ll be picked up from your hotel for a drive inland to one of antiquity’s most brilliant cities—Pergamon. Once a rival to Alexandria in knowledge and architecture, Pergamon will amaze you with its hillside Acropolis, towering theater, and the famous Altar of Zeus. After a lunch filled with local flavors, you’ll walk among the ruins with your guide, feeling the echo of ancient empires beneath your feet.
As the sun dips behind the hills of Bergama, you’ll drive north to Çanakkale where your hotel awaits you for a restful overnight stay. The next morning begins with a visit to the modern symbol of a myth—the Trojan Horse replica standing guard by the sea. But that’s just the beginning. Soon, you’ll step into the Ancient City of Troy, exploring its city walls, theaters, and ceremonial spaces while uncovering stories that shaped Western literature and archaeology alike.
After lunch in Eceabat, the tour’s emotional crescendo begins: Gallipoli. Walking the hallowed grounds of ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine, and Chunuk Bair, you’ll gain a deep understanding of the bravery and tragedy that unfolded here in 1915. With every step, your guide will bring the past to life — from the trenches to the monuments that now honor the fallen.
As the day draws to a close, you’ll be driven across the Dardanelles and through the countryside toward vibrant Istanbul. The tour concludes with a comfortable drop-off at your hotel — carrying with you memories of ancient glory, legendary heroes, and modern sacrifice. This is more than a tour — it’s a journey through time from Kusadasi to Istanbul.
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