This historical journey begins with a morning departure from Istanbul, heading to the Gallipoli Peninsula. You will visit significant battle sites, memorials, and cemeteries, learning about the heroic stories and sacrifices made during World War I.

🚍 Early Morning – Transfer from Istanbul to Eceabat
🚖 Pick-up from your hotel in Istanbul (between 6:00 – 7:00 AM)
📍 Pickups available from Sultanahmet & a meeting point in Taksim
🚌 Drive to Eceabat (Approx. 5-hour journey, with rest stops along the way)

🍽️ 12:00 PM – Arrival in Eceabat & Lunch
Enjoy a delicious Turkish lunch before starting your guided Gallipoli tour.

🕊️ 1:00 PM – Fully Guided Gallipoli Peninsula Tour
Your expert guide will lead you through one of the most significant battlefields of World War I, where Allied and Turkish troops fought in one of history’s most grueling campaigns.

🏖️ Brighton Beach & Beach Cemetery
See the landing beaches used by ANZAC troops during the Gallipoli campaign.

📍 ANZAC Cove & Ariburnu Cemetery
Visit the most famous landing site of the Australian and New Zealand forces.

🛡️ ANZAC Commemorative Site
A peaceful and reflective memorial, where the ANZAC Day services are held annually.
🇹🇷 Mehmetcik Statue
A tribute to the bravery and sacrifice of Turkish soldiers during the Gallipoli campaign.
🇦🇺 Lone Pine Australian Memorial
Visit the site of one of the bloodiest battles between Australian and Ottoman troops.

⚔️ Johnston’s Jolly (Turkish & Allied Trenches and Tunnels)
Walk through the actual trenches and tunnels used during the war, offering a haunting reminder of the harsh conditions soldiers faced.
🇹🇷 Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery
Dedicated to the heroic Ottoman regiment that defended Gallipoli, led by Mustafa Kemal Ataturk.

⚔️ The Nek
The site of a famous but tragic charge by Australian Light Horsemen, dramatized in the film Gallipoli.
🇳🇿 Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial
The main memorial for New Zealand soldiers, marking their hard-fought but temporary capture of this strategic hilltop.

🏨 Evening – Check-in to Your Accommodation
📍 Stay overnight in the Gallipoli/Eceabat region
Enjoy a relaxing evening at your hotel, reflecting on the day’s experiences.

📌 Important Notes
Pickups available only from Sultanahmet & a meeting point in Taksim.
Lunch is included, but dinner is at your own expense.
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as the tour includes battlefield walks.

✨ An unforgettable day exploring the battlefields, memorials, and cemeteries of Gallipoli, where history and heroism come alive. ✨

Your second day begins with an adventurous boat trip, where you will snorkel above the historic WWI shipwreck, The Milo. After lunch, you will explore the legendary ruins of Troy, home to the Trojan War and the famous wooden horse. In the evening, you can either return to Istanbul or continue your journey to the Ephesus region.

🚤 08:30 AM – Boat Trip & Snorkeling Over the Milo Shipwreck
🌊 Set sail for a morning adventure over a piece of WWI history!

🛳️ The Sunken Warship ‘Milo’
The Milo was a steamer deliberately sunk in 1915 to form a breakwater for Williams Pier, a key supply point during the Gallipoli Campaign.
Today, it rests beneath the clear waters of the Aegean Sea, serving as a historical landmark for divers and snorkelers.

🤿 Snorkeling Over the Historic Wreck (Equipment Provided!)
Get a unique underwater perspective of this WWI relic.
Swim in crystal-clear waters, with opportunities to see marine life around the wreck.

🏖️ Swimming & Relaxation Stop
After snorkeling, enjoy time to swim and relax at a secluded beach.
📌 For non-swimmers, you can still enjoy the scenic boat ride and relax on board.

🍽️ 12:00 PM – Return to Eceabat for Lunch
Refuel with a delicious lunch before heading to ancient Troy.

🏛️ 1:30 PM – Guided Tour of Ancient Troy (UNESCO World Heritage Site)
Your expert guide will lead you through one of the most legendary archaeological sites in the world, bringing to life the epic stories of the Trojan War.

🏇 The Trojan Horse (Replica)
See a reconstruction of the legendary wooden horse, symbolizing the famous Greek invasion of Troy.

🔥 Sacrificial Altars
Discover ritual sites where ancient Trojans made offerings to the gods.

🏰 3,700-Year-Old City Walls
Walk along the original fortifications, which date back to 3000 BC.

🏠 Houses of Troy I (3000–2500 BC)
Explore the ancient residential areas from the earliest phases of Troy.

🏛️ Bouleuterion (Senate Building)
Visit the government meeting hall, where political and administrative decisions were made.

🎶 Odeon (Concert Hall)
See the remains of a Roman-era theater, once used for musical and theatrical performances.

🏛️ The Layers of Troy (Troy I–Troy IX)
Learn about nine different civilizations built on the same site over thousands of years.

🚌 5:00 PM – Evening Departure Options
🚍 Option 1: Return to Istanbul (Included in the tour price)
After the tour, begin the return journey to Istanbul.
Short rest stops along the way.
🕗 20:30 PM – Arrival in Istanbul & Drop-off at Your Accommodation

🚍 Option 2: Continue to the Ephesus Region (Selçuk, Kuşadası, or Şirince) (Included in the tour price!)
If you wish to continue your journey to Ephesus, a pre-arranged public bus will take you to Izmir at 11:00 PM from Çanakkale.
Upon arrival in Izmir, you will transfer to a connecting bus to Selçuk or Kuşadası.
📌 For a direct tour option to Ephesus with private transportation, refer to our Istanbul → Gallipoli, Troy & Pergamon tour.

📌 Important Notes
Round-trip transportation from Istanbul is included.
All boat & snorkeling equipment is provided.
Accommodation in the Gallipoli region is included.
Lunch is included both days; dinner and personal expenses are not included.
For the bus transfer to Ephesus, the ticket is included, but you will need to change buses in Izmir.
This tour involves walking, so comfortable shoes are recommended.

✨ Book Now & Experience Turkey’s War History & Ancient Legends!
This 2-day tour is perfect for history lovers and adventure seekers, blending battlefield memorials, a snorkeling adventure over a WWI shipwreck, and the legendary ruins of Troy.
📌 Let us know your preferred travel dates, and we’ll handle the rest!