From Istanbul: Troy Full-Day Guided Tour with Lunch
ID: GYG337751-602086
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
16:00 hours
Description
Visit the city of Troy on a full-day guided tour from Istanbul. Hear about Troy's place in history, see the ruins of the UNESCO-listed site, including the replica of the Trojan Horse, and enjoy lunch.
Go on an epic adventure by visiting the the legendary, ancient city of Troy. Begin your trip by getting picked up from your hotel accommodation in central Istanbul. You will get down at the town of Eceabat, where you will feast on a delicious meal at a local restaurant.
After lunch, you will get to wander around the ancient ruins of the city where the ancient Greek story of The Iliad is set in. Drop by the majestic remains of many of its architectural marvels, such as the Odeon, a stage where poetry recitals and musical performances took place; the ruins of the Temple of Athena; the Bouleuterion, where political affairs were discussed. You will get to witness excavations currently in progress as well as a towering replica of the Trojan Horse.
All throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide, who will regale you with stories and commentary concerning Troy; you will get glimpses of Turkey's past and learn more about Greek mythology.
You will even go on a ferry ride on the Dardanelles, a strait that forms part of the boundary between Europe and Asia; you will be in between two continents at once! After the tour, you will be brought back to your hotel; sit back, relax, and relish this profound experience on your way back. This is definitely a must-book trip, especially if you are a history buff.
Highlights
- Venture into the legendary city of Troy
- Explore its ruins while you learn about the Iliad's legacy
- Get glimpses of Turkey's past and learn more about Greek mythology
- Venture into the legendary city of Troy, listen to your guide about its amazing story, and explore its ruins
- Wander the hallowed halls of the ruined Temple of Athena
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Pick-up from hotels at Sultanahmet and Taksim area between 06:00 - 07:00
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
