4 Days Gallipoli, Troy, Pamukkale, and Ephesus Tour
Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus and Pamukkale Tours
Visit Gallipoli, Troy, Pamukkale, and Ephesus in 4 days from Istanbul. Includes guided tours, hotels, transfers, and historical highlights across Turkey.
Tour Overview
Follow the path of ancient legends and modern heroes with our 4 Days Gallipoli, Troy, Pamukkale, and Ephesus Tour from Istanbul. This unique journey blends World War I history, mythological wonders, natural beauty, and Roman heritage—all in one seamless, guided experience with transportation, accommodation, and domestic travel included.
- Visit the Gallipoli Battlefields including ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine, and Chunuk Bair with expert commentary on one of the most moving chapters of modern history.
- Explore the legendary city of Troy where the epic Trojan War took place and see the replica wooden horse and 3700-year-old ruins.
- Relax in Pamukkale and walk barefoot on dazzling white travertine terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters over centuries.
- Discover Hierapolis, an ancient Roman spa city with impressive structures like the Great Theatre, necropolis, and Cleopatra’s Pool.
- Wander through Ephesus, one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities in the world, featuring the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, and the Great Theater.
- All long-distance transfers, flights, hotels, and guided tours are included to ensure a smooth and enriching travel experience.
From the solemn shores of Gallipoli to the vibrant ruins of Ephesus, this 4-day adventure is perfect for history lovers, culture seekers, and curious travelers who want to see the best of Turkey’s western wonders in one unforgettable trip.
Tour Itinerary
Istanbul to Gallipoli & Gallipoli Day Tour
Meal: Lunch
06:30 – 07:00 – You will be picked up from your Istanbul hotel in the early morning and depart for the Gallipoli Peninsula. The road trip includes a few short comfort breaks and takes approximately 4.5 hours.
Upon arrival in Eceabat, you will enjoy a freshly prepared lunch at a local restaurant before beginning your emotionally powerful Gallipoli tour.
13:00 – Your guided Gallipoli tour begins, taking you through some of the most poignant and historically significant World War I sites in the region.
- Beach Cemetery – The final resting place of many ANZAC soldiers, located just steps from the sea where they landed in 1915.
- ANZAC Cove – The narrow beach where the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps made their landing under heavy fire.
- Ari Burnu Cemetery – A peaceful cemetery with scenic sea views, holding many graves from the early days of the campaign.
- ANZAC Commemorative Site – A symbolic area where annual dawn services are held, honoring all soldiers who fought here.
- Respect to Mehmetçik Monument – A moving tribute to the Turkish soldiers (Mehmetçiks) who bravely defended their homeland.
- Lone Pine Australian Memorial – Commemorating Australian soldiers, this site includes trenches and a monument to fallen heroes.
- Johnston’s Jolly – Walk through preserved Turkish and Allied trenches that bring the brutal conditions of trench warfare to life.
- Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery – Dedicated to the regiment that fought to the last man during the initial landings.
- The Nek – A narrow ridge where tragic charges took place; a symbolic location featured in history and film.
- Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial – A high ridge offering dramatic views, where New Zealand forces made a valiant push in August 1915.
After the tour concludes, you will be transferred to your hotel in Çanakkale for check-in and rest.
Overnight stay in Çanakkale
Troy Day Tour
Meal: Breakfast
08:30 – After breakfast at your hotel in Çanakkale, your guide will pick you up for a half-day exploration of the legendary city of Troy.
- Trojan Horse Replica – See the iconic wooden horse that symbolizes the legendary deception used by the Greeks to enter Troy. This powerful image brings Homer’s epic story of Helen and Paris to life.
- Troy Ancient City Ruins – Walk through the remains of this 3700-year-old city with its multiple layers of settlement, massive defensive walls, ancient altars, and city gates once thought to exist only in myth.
12:30 – After the Troy tour, you will board an intercity bus to Selçuk or Kuşadası via İzmir. The journey takes approximately 6 hours and includes 2 short breaks for personal needs and refreshment.
18:30 (approx.) – Upon arrival at the bus terminal in Selçuk or Kuşadası, our team will greet you and transfer you comfortably to your hotel.
Overnight stay in Kuşadası
Pamukkale Day Tour
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel in Kuşadası, preparing for a full-day journey to the magical white landscapes of Pamukkale.
08:00 – After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel in Kuşadası or Selçuk and transferred to the tour meeting point.
08:30 – Departure for Pamukkale begins. The journey takes approximately 3 hours and includes a short break for personal needs. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of the Aegean countryside.
13:00 – Upon arrival, the guided tour of Pamukkale and its ancient heritage begins. Known as the “Cotton Castle,” Pamukkale is famous for its dazzling white terraces formed by mineral-rich waters.
- Pamukkale Travertines – Marvel at the UNESCO-listed natural wonder formed by calcium-rich thermal springs cascading down white limestone terraces. Don’t forget your camera for stunning panoramic shots!
- Hierapolis Ancient City – Explore the vast ruins of this Greco-Roman spa city, including baths, a large necropolis, and the grand theater that once held 12,000 spectators.
- Philippe Martyrion Church – Visit this sacred Christian site believed to be the martyrdom place of St. Philip, offering insights into early Christian architecture and history.
After your guided tour, enjoy free time to explore the area on your own. You may optionally choose to swim in the famous Antique Pool (Cleopatra’s Pool), where warm thermal waters flow around ancient submerged columns (entry not included).
16:00 – At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kuşadası. The return journey takes approximately 3 hours.
Overnight stay in Kuşadası
Ephesus Day Tour & Fly to Istanbul
Meal: Breakfast and Lunch
Begin your day with a delightful breakfast at your hotel in Kuşadası. After joining the rest of the group, you will set out on a full-day exploration of ancient and sacred landmarks in Ephesus.
08:30 – The tour begins with visits to some of the most impressive archaeological and religious sites in western Turkey.
- Temple of Artemis – Once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, this temple was the first monumental structure entirely made of marble and dedicated to the goddess Artemis.
- Ancient City of Ephesus – Walk the marble streets of this remarkably preserved Greco-Roman city. Highlights include the Library of Celsus, Great Theater, Temple of Hadrian, and the Trajan Fountain—each echoing centuries of grandeur and civilization.
- House of the Virgin Mary – A sacred site for Christians and Muslims, believed to be the final residence of Mary, the mother of Jesus. Set in peaceful mountain surroundings, it offers a deeply spiritual experience.
After the guided tour ends, you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before beginning your return journey to Istanbul.
16:00 – Transfer from Kuşadası to Izmir Airport.
19:30 – Flight from Izmir to Istanbul. (Flight time may vary by season and availability.)
20:30 – Arrival in Istanbul.
Our representative will meet you at the airport for your final transfer.
You will be transferred to your hotel in Istanbul comfortably.
End of the 4 Days Gallipoli, Troy, Pamukkale, and Ephesus Tour from Istanbul.
What's Included
Included
- Airport Transfers and Hotel pick ups as mentioned in the itinerary
- Internal bus & flight tickets
- Professional tour guide
- 2-night in Kusadasi hotel
- 1-night in Canakkale hotel
- Meals mentioned in the itinerary
- Entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary
- Car park, gasoline, highway, and bridge fees
- Local taxes and service charges
- All transportations in the tour
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks at lunch
- Dinners
- Entrance to the antique pool in Pamukkale
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.
- Long-distance travel is conducted by comfortable intercity buses or private vehicles, depending on group size.
- The exact pick-up times will be given after your booking.
- Flight times are changeable according to the season and availability.
More Details
Your journey begins with a peaceful morning drive from Istanbul toward the Gallipoli Peninsula. As the city fades in your rearview mirror, you approach the silent hills and serene coastline where the echoes of war still linger. Standing at ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine, and Chunuk Bair, you can almost hear the whispers of bravery, sacrifice, and remembrance. Your guide shares stories of the soldiers who fought here in 1915, transforming the landscape into a living memorial.
The next day, you travel further back in time—into the realm of myth and legend. Welcome to Troy, the city of Helen and Achilles. As you wander past 3700-year-old city walls and gaze upon the replica wooden horse, history and mythology intertwine beneath your feet. Your imagination fills in the gaps: battles, sieges, and the spark that launched a thousand ships.
That evening, you head south—leaving behind epic poetry and heading toward a natural wonder. In the morning light, Pamukkale appears like a dream: dazzling white terraces formed by millennia of thermal water flowing from deep underground. You remove your shoes and step onto the warm, mineral-rich surface, feeling the earth’s healing energy beneath you.
Just beyond the travertines lies Hierapolis, an ancient Roman spa town built for rest, wellness, and worship. You explore crumbling temples, sprawling necropolises, and a massive amphitheater still echoing with forgotten applause. If you choose, you can swim in Cleopatra’s Pool—surrounded by sunken columns said to date back 2000 years.
On your final day, you arrive at the crown jewel of Roman Asia Minor: Ephesus. As you walk through marble-paved streets, past the Library of Celsus and Temple of Hadrian, it’s easy to envision the glory days of this bustling port city. The stories of philosophers, emperors, and merchants come alive with every step.
Four days. Four unforgettable destinations. Countless stories. This tour is not just a trip—it’s a time-travel experience that immerses you in Turkey’s rich past and vibrant cultural legacy.
Hi,
We have just returned from a very interesting and enjoyable four-day tour including Troy, Gallipoli, Ephasus and Pumukkale. We are now back in Istanbul and would very much like to discuss the possibility of having a private guide and tour of the major sights of this magnificent city. Hopefully on Monday or Tuesday. With kind regards,
Hi Tuna
I hope you and your Family are well and business is good.
We have arrived home now - back in Australia and I just wanted to reach out to you and your Team to say thank you for assisting us organizing a great visit to your fantastic Country.
With the tours in Istanbul City and the travels and Tours up the coast from Bodrum to Kusadasi, Gallipoli and back to Istanbul - we were well looked after and everything was well organised.
I will recommend you Company to friends that are thinking of travelling to Turkey.
Thank you again and we wish you well for the future.
regards
We just returned home from an amazing vacation in Türkiye (Turkey). We had initially contacted a few tour companies in Turkey asking for an itinerary that included all the sights we wanted to visit. Toursce was the only company that put together the itinerary that we wanted giving us ample time to explore each place that we visited. The travel company was very responsive throughout the entire tour and answered all our questions (and I asked many questions). During our Turkey trip, everything ran smoothly and on time. The hotels, sightseeing, food, and tour guides provided by the tour company and their partners were great. Ahmet and Dursun were our guides for most of the tour and then Burhan was our guide in Istanbul. All of them were wonderful and were very knowledgeable about Turkish history and culture. The only downside about our trip was that we didn’t stay longer in Turkey. That’s truly a magnificent country and we hope to return soon. I highly recommend this tour! If you are going to Turkey, do not hesitate to contact Toursce tour company 🙂
Wow, we just returned from beautiful Turkey and had a fantastic time. We booked a 4 day trip to Gallipoli, Troy, Pamukkale, Ephesus that I wanted to see before I left Istanbul after a few days there. All went perfectly and very good services. Many of the locations had local guides that were very knowledgeable. All was well organized, including the central and nice hotels. Excellent trip.
I and my 5 friends had a wonderful experience on a 3 days trip taking us to Gallipoli, Troy & Pergamon, Ephesus, Kusadasi, and Pamukkale. This private tour was all organised by Mr. Erkan of Toursce travel group in Istanbul. The trip was of great value, we stayed in really good hotels (Kolin Hotel in Canakkale and Charisma Deluxe in Kusadasi). Since we have very limited time, we wanted to see the maximum as soon as possible and we were able to find it in one company. Our private tour program was so well coordinated. The tour guide we had was very knowledgeable and made the whole 3 days worthwhile and interesting. We cannot recommend this tour company and staff highly enough, our experience was thoroughly enjoyable...
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