5 Days North Western Turkey Tour | Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy & Pergamon
Highlights
- ✓Kusadasi Marina: Enjoy a stroll along the picturesque marina, lined with yachts and offering stunning views of the Aegean Sea.
- ✓Ephesus Ancient City: Step back in time at Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the Mediterranean, and marvel at its grand monuments, including the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Artemis, and the Great Theatre.
- ✓House of the Virgin Mary: Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be the final residence of Mary, the mother of Jesus, and a place of pilgrimage for Christians.
- ✓Ephesus Archaeological Museum: Explore the Ephesus Archaeological Museum, which houses a vast collection of artifacts unearthed from the ancient city, including statues, pottery, and mosaics.
- ✓Pergamon Acropolis: Discover the ancient Acropolis of Pergamon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and explore its impressive ruins, including the Altar of Zeus, the Library of Pergamon, and the Theatre.
- ✓Asclepion: Visit the Asclepion of Pergamon, an ancient healing center dedicated to the god Asclepius, and learn about ancient medical practices and treatments.
- ✓Red Basilica: Explore the Red Basilica, a monumental temple dedicated to the Egyptian gods Serapis and Isis, and admire its distinctive red brick facade.
- ✓Troy Ancient City: Explore the legendary city of Troy, immortalized in Homer's epic poem, the Iliad, and uncover its archaeological treasures, including the reconstructed Trojan Horse.
- ✓Canakkale Waterfront: Enjoy panoramic views of the Dardanelles Strait from Canakkale's waterfront promenade, and pay homage to fallen soldiers at the Canakkale Martyrs' Memorial.
- ✓Gallipoli Peninsula: Visit the historic battlefields of Gallipoli, where fierce WWI battles took place, and explore poignant memorials and cemeteries honoring the soldiers who fought and died here.
Overview
Embark on a 5-day adventure through Turkey's fascinating northwest, exploring ancient ruins, historical battlefields, and vibrant cities. From the stunning beauty of Istanbul to the iconic ruins of Troy and the peaceful landscapes of Gallipoli, this tour combines history, culture, and natural beauty in one incredible journey. Ideal for those who want to dive deep into Turkey's diverse heritage.
Route
Itinerary
Welcome to Turkey! Today is your arrival day. Transfers are available from Izmir Airport, Kusadasi harbour or bus station. Transfer to your hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast and dinner included)
At 08.30, we depart for Ephesus (20 minutes’ drive) - once the commercial centre of the ancient world - is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, once considered one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. The tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths, as well as the Library of Celsus. After lunch, we will make a shopping tour in which you will become aware of the ancient arts of Turkey like leather manufacturing and jewellery. As this will be a guided tour, you will avoid the constant nagging and sometimes bullying that is well known in the markets of Turkey. Enabling you to enjoy the shopping experience whilst gaining the knowledge of the ancient craftsmen. Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.
(Breakfast and dinner included)
After breakfast, we drive to Pergamum (45 minutes’ drive) - see Asklepion, Zeus's alter, the Red Bassilcia etc. Pergamon is the site of the Hellenistic - and later Roman city of Pergamon, ruled for several centuries by a powerful local dynasty. Its foremost attraction is the Kizil Avlu or "Red Basilica", a huge edifice on the river not far from the acropolis, originally built as a temple to the Egyptian god Osiris and converted to a basilica by the early Christians, when it was one of the Seven Churches of Asia Minor addressed by St John in the book of Revelation - though sadly it's now a crumbling ruin with a mosque in one of its towers. After Pergamon, we continue towards the our hotel in Canakkale. Dinner and overnight in Canakkale.
(Breakfast and dinner included)
After breakfast, we drive to Troy where you can explore the site of the legendary town, made famous by Homer in his Iliad and visit the Temple of Athena and have lunches in Eceabat. After Lunch visit the sites that have made Gallipoli a landmark and the memorial for all those that fell during the Battle of Gallipoli during World War 1. Gallipoli also stands as the birth place for the foundation of Turkey as we know it today. The rise of Turkeys founder Ataturk as well as the friendships formed between several nations during the battle for the Dardanels. Dinner and overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast included)
Today your tour is over. Please make your own arrangements for departure remembering that your hotel will need you to check out before midday. We hope you had a memorable tour and we look forward to seeing you in the future on another TravelShop Booking Tour. Have a safe trip back home and thanks for choosing TravelShop Booking.
What's included
- ✓Accommodation
- ✓Guide
- ✓Meals
- ✓Transport
- ✓Other included
- ✓Hygiene protocol
Not included
- ✕Flights
- ✕Insurance
- ✕Other not included
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