Troy Day Trip

On this day trip to Troy from Istanbul, we'll uncover the secrets of this important ancient city.

Description

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul and head west to the legendary city of Troy. Firstly, we'll travel to Eceabat, stopping for a break along the way. Upon arrival, you'll have free time to eat breakfast at a local restaurant.

Next, we'll take a 25-minute ferry to Çanakkale and then continue by minibus to our final destination, the ancient city of Troy. Here, we'll explore the archaeological zone of Troy, discovering ruins dating back to 1871, including the defensive walls, altars, and a replica of the Trojan Horse.

Learn about the Trojan War and the secrets of the Iliad of Homer as we journey back 3000 years to uncover the life of Troy's inhabitants. Following this exploration, we'll return to Çanakkale to take the ferry back to Eceabat for lunch at a local restaurant. Finally, we'll start our journey back to Istanbul, arriving 18 hours after the initial pickup.

Hotel Pickup

This day trip includes hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels in the Taksim or Sultanahmet areas. Please be ready for pickup between 6-6:20 am in Taksim and 6:30-7 am in Sultanahmet. If your accommodation is outside these areas, we'll contact you to arrange a nearby meeting point.