Cappadocia to Gallipoli – Overnight Bus Transfer & Tour

🕕 18:00 PM – Hotel Pickup in Cappadocia
🚐 Pick-up from your hotel and transfer to Goreme Bus Station.
🚌 20:00 PM – Overnight Bus to Canakkale

Board the overnight bus to Canakkale, a comfortable journey across Turkey.
Enjoy air-conditioned seating, reclining seats, and rest stops along the way.
🌙 Overnight bus travel – Arrive in Canakkale in the morning, ready to explore Troy & Gallipoli.
📌 Note: Bus departure times may vary depending on season and availability.

Why Choose This Tour?
✔ Seamless overnight travel from Cappadocia to Gallipoli & Troy.
✔ Comfortable bus journey with scenic views along the way.
✔ Early arrival in Canakkale for a full day of historical exploration.

🌍 Book now and prepare for an unforgettable journey through ancient and modern history!

🕛 12:00 PM – Arrival in Canakkale & Transfer to Ferry
🚍 Arrive at Canakkale Bus Station after your overnight journey.
⛴ Catch the local ferry across the Dardanelles Strait to Eceabat.
Enjoy stunning views of the waterway that separates Europe and Asia.

🏨 Hotel Check-In & Free Afternoon in Eceabat
Check into your hotel in the Gallipoli region.
Enjoy a relaxed afternoon exploring Eceabat at your leisure.

🌙 Free Evening & Overnight Stay in Gallipoli Region

Optional activities:
✅ Stroll along the scenic Dardanelles coastline.
✅ Try fresh seafood and local Turkish cuisine at seaside restaurants.
✅ Explore the Gallipoli town center.
📌 Note: Rest and prepare for the next day’s full-day tour of Gallipoli & Troy!

Why Choose This Tour?
✔ Smooth, hassle-free travel with a seamless transition from Cappadocia to Gallipoli.
✔ Enjoy a relaxing afternoon before exploring the historic battlefields of Gallipoli.
✔ Experience the beauty of the Dardanelles and Turkish Aegean coastline.
🌍 Book now and prepare for an unforgettable historical and cultural journey!

🌅 Morning: Troy Tour (Ancient Ruins & Legendary History)
🚌 Pick-up from your hotel in the Gallipoli region and drive to Troy.
🔍 Explore the Ancient City of Troy – A UNESCO-listed site and home to the famous Trojan War legend.
🏇 See the iconic Trojan Horse replica – The symbol of Homer’s Iliad.
🔥 Sacrificial Altars – Explore the ancient ritual sites of Troy.

🏛 3,700-Year-Old City Walls – Walk along the fortifications that defended Troy for centuries.
🏠 Houses of Troy I (3,000–2,500 BC) – The earliest known settlements of the city.
🏛 Bouleuterion (Senate Building) – Where the city’s political leaders once gathered.
🎭 The Odeon (Concert Hall) – A well-preserved Roman-era entertainment venue.
🏛 Remains of Troy I through Troy IX – Discover the many layers of history in this legendary city.
🍽 Lunch Break – Enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant before the afternoon tour.

🎖 Afternoon: Gallipoli Battlefields Tour (WWI Memorial Sites)
🚍 Travel to the Gallipoli Peninsula, one of the most historically significant battle sites of World War I.

🔍 Visit Key Gallipoli Memorials & Battlefields:
✅ Brighton Beach – Where ANZAC soldiers originally planned to land.
✅ Beach Cemetery – The resting place of John Simpson Kirkpatrick (The Man with the Donkey).
✅ ANZAC Cove – The primary landing site of Australian & New Zealand forces in 1915.
✅ Ariburnu Cemetery – A beautiful yet solemn resting place overlooking the Aegean Sea.
✅ ANZAC Commemorative Site – A major memorial site honoring Australian & New Zealand troops.

✅ Mehmetcik Statue – A tribute to Turkish soldiers who fought bravely during the campaign.
✅ Lone Pine Australian Memorial – Dedicated to Australian forces who fought at Lone Pine Ridge.
✅ Johnston’s Jolly – Walk through original Turkish and Allied trenches and tunnels.
✅ Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery – Honoring the bravery of Turkish forces.
✅ The Nek – A tragic battlefield where ANZAC troops launched a doomed attack.
✅ Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial – Commemorating the heroism of New Zealand forces.

🚍 Evening: Transfer to Istanbul (or Optional Transfer to Ephesus & Selcuk/Kusadasi)
🕕 18:00 PM – Depart for Istanbul (or continue to Selcuk/Kusadasi/Ephesus if selected).
🚍 5-hour scenic drive to Istanbul.
🕚 23:00 PM – Arrive at your hotel in Istanbul.
📌 Optional Transfer: Instead of returning to Istanbul, you can continue onto Izmir, Selcuk, Kusadasi, or Ephesus at the end of this tour.

Why Choose This Tour?
✔ Explore Troy, one of the most legendary cities in history.
✔ Learn about both ancient mythology and modern wartime history in one day.
✔ Walk through Gallipoli’s battlefields and see original trenches from WWI.
✔ Enjoy a seamless journey with a comfortable transfer back to Istanbul (or onward to Ephesus).
✔ Perfect for history enthusiasts, military history buffs, and those interested in ancient civilizations.

Tour Inclusions & Exclusions
✅ Included:
✔ Hotel pickup in Gallipoli region & transport to Troy and Gallipoli.
✔ Professional English-speaking guide for both tours.
✔ Entrance fees to Troy and Gallipoli battlefields.
✔ Lunch at a local restaurant.
✔ Comfortable air-conditioned transport to Istanbul (or Selcuk/Kusadasi/Ephesus upon request).
❌ Not Included:
✘ Personal expenses & optional activities.
✘ Dinner (available at rest stops en route).

Important Notes
📌 Tour Duration: Full-day tour (approx. 12 hours including travel time).
📌 Walking Involved: Wear comfortable shoes as both Troy and Gallipoli require walking.
📌 Weather Considerations: Bring sunscreen, a hat, and water in summer, and warm layers in cooler months.

🌍 Book now for an unforgettable journey through ancient Troy and the heroic Gallipoli battlefields!