Gallipoli & Troy - 4 days
Gallipoli & Troy - 4 days
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Tour Overview
Embark on a captivating 4-day journey through Turkey with the "Gallipoli & Troy" tour. Begin your adventure in Istanbul, where you'll explore the city's historic sites, including the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Travel to the Gallipoli Peninsula to visit poignant war memorials and the ANZAC Cove, where you'll delve into the history of the WWI battlefields. Continue to the legendary city of Troy, famous for its ancient ruins and the iconic Trojan horse. Enjoy guided tours with expert English-speaking guides, and relax in comfortable 4-star accommodations. With all transfers in a modern air-conditioned vehicle, this tour offers a seamless blend of history, culture, and leisure, including free time in Canakkale. Breakfast is provided daily, along with one hotel dinner, ensuring a delightful and enriching experience. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: hotel
Welcome to Turkey! Arrive at Istanbul airport and transfer to hotel in Sultanahmet. Consider arriving a day or two earlier or perhaps stay a day or two longer to take maximum advantage of a stay in Istanbul! Rest of day free.
Day 2: Canakkale
Location: Gallipoli Peninsula
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Istanbul – Gallipoli/Canakkale. This morning, we drive to the Gallipoli Peninsular. On 25 April 1915, Allied soldiers including Australian and New Zealand troops (who famously became known as the ANZACs - an acronym for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) landed at what has since become known as ANZAC Cove to commence the Allied offensive against the Turks with the intention of capturing the Ottoman capital and the road to Eastern Europe during WW1. Some half a million lost their lives in ferocious combat. A lasting legacy of this fateful campaign are the many poignant war memorials including the national memorials of Australia and New Zealand - Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair, along with numerous carefully tended cemeteries, the remains of crudely dug trenches (most often the only form of protection for troops on both sides) and of course ANZAC Cove. Our brave men are remembered annually at the commemorative Dawn Service.
However, Gallipoli is a region that can be visited year-round, affording you the chance to pay your respects, perhaps place a flower on the grave of one of our brave troops and learn about the history of the men who came to be known as the ANZACs on our guided tour of the area.
Day 3: Legendary Troy
Location: Troy
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Gallipoli –Troy - Istanbul. Early this morning we continue to Troy. If you’ve seen the movie - ‘Troy’ based on poet Homer’s ‘The Iliad’ you’ll be familiar with Paris, his prized Helen and Hector on the Trojan side and Agamemnon and Achilles on the Aechaean (Greek) side. The legend of the lost city of Troy and Homer’s poetry was brought alive by it’s rediscovery in 1863. Subsequent excavations revealed 9 ancient cities, one on top of the other, dating back to 3000BC! We enjoy a tour of the ruins and see a replica of the Trojan wooden horse that helped sack Troy. The tour of Troy finishes mid morning and the remainder of the day is offered at leisure in Cannakale until 6pm when you are transferred back to Istanbul with a late evening arrival.
Day 4: Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our Mini stay concludes after breakfast. If you wish to extend your stay to explore the sights in Istanbul and Turkey then please speak to one of our expert staff who can arrange extra nights accommodation and excursions for you.
What's Included
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Accommodation
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Guided sightseeing - Gallipoli and Troy
Participate in guided sightseeing tours of Gallipoli and Troy.
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English speaking, degree qualified Turkish tour guides
Benefit from the expertise of English-speaking, degree-qualified Turkish tour guides on days 2 and 3.
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Entrance fee to Troy
The entrance fee to Troy is included in the tour package.
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Airport arrival transfer
Enjoy a convenient airport arrival transfer on the first day of your tour.
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All relevant transfers and transportation
Travel comfortably with all relevant transfers and transportation in a modern air-conditioned touring vehicle or coach.
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Tour operated in conjunction with other operators
This tour is operated in conjunction with other operators, allowing travelers to join from a variety of travel companies for daily touring arrangements.
What's Not Included
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International flights and visa
International flights and visa are not included in the tour package.
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Tipping
Tipping is not included and is an entirely personal gesture.
Age Policy
5+ accompanied by adult.
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with all relevant transfers and transportation in a modern air-conditioned touring vehicle or coach, including an airport arrival transfer on day 1.
Accommodation
Enjoy a comfortable stay with 3 nights in a 4-star hotel, offering a blend of modern amenities and traditional Turkish hospitality.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes all relevant transfers and transportation in a modern air-conditioned touring vehicle or coach, ensuring comfortable travel throughout the trip.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes daily breakfast and one dinner at the hotel during your stay.
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Will there be a guide during the sightseeing tours?
Yes, the tour includes guided sightseeing tours of Gallipoli and Troy with English-speaking, degree-qualified Turkish tour guides on days 2 and 3.
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Is the entrance fee to Troy included in the tour?
Yes, the entrance fee to Troy is included in the tour package.
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes a stay of 3 nights in a 4-star hotel, offering a blend of modern amenities and traditional Turkish hospitality.
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Is there an airport transfer included in the tour?
Yes, an airport arrival transfer is included on the first day of your tour.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
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Low Deposit
On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 500 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.
Gallipoli & Troy - 4 days
4 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul, Turkey
Visiting: Istanbul, Gallipoli Peninsula, Troy
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2176/GTW
Specialist Group:
Family/Kids
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 15
Age range:
5-