Itinerary
- Eceabat: Lunch at a local restaurant upon arrival in Eceabat.
- Troy (Truva): We take a ferry across the Dardanelles and drive to Troy. Here you will have a great time to explore the Trojan Horse. The Trojan horse is still standing there as a symbol of years of wars in the region. Of course, the horse you will see here is not a horse itself, but a replica. However, this replication has been quite successful. (The one which used in the movie of Troy.
Our next destination will be Sacrificial Altars. This region has been built for the gods since the past and is used to bless the gods. You will learn about the religious beliefs of the past civilizations by visiting here.
Another destination was The 3700-year-old city walls. The importance of protecting a city from antiquity and defending the city against the enemies was enormous. Today, these are made with firearms. In the past, wrapping around the city was a very popular method by building real huge walls. These walls are also very strong, 3700-year-old walls surrounding this ancient city.
Houses of Troy I, 3000 B.C. – 2500 B.C was designated as another destination. These houses are ancient houses built with a roof and still quite intact. In the past, we get the most important information about how people have a lifestyle.
The Agora was one of the most important places for the socialization of the ancient city. The commercial life of the city took place in Agora. Merchants used to sell their products here and customers would take their needs in these markets. In order to understand the nature of the products traded in the past, it may be very useful to see the market closely.
After the tour, we return back to the ferry port to take a ferry across the Dardanelles at 17:00. We return to Istanbul in the evening arriving back at approximately 23:00 hours.
Includes
- Roundtrip Ferry in Canakkale
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry/Admission
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Drinks at lunchtime
- Gratuities/TIP (optional)
- Anything else that is not specifically mentioned in the included section
Details
Explore the ancient city of Troy on a full-day tour from Istanbul, and learn about its significance in Greek mythology. Marvel at the ruins of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the replica of the Trojan Horse.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
