6-Day Turkey History Tour: Ephesus, Pergamon, Troy & Gallipoli
Trip overview
Trace Turkey’s history from Istanbul’s Byzantine and Ottoman landmarks to the ancient cities of the Aegean and the Gallipoli battlefields. Visit Istanbul’s Old City, fly to İzmir for a guided tour of Ephesus, explore Pergamon’s Acropolis, and continue to Troy and the Gallipoli Peninsula. The six-day itinerary includes five hotel nights, one domestic flight, guided visits, entrance fees, selected meals and scheduled transportation.
Trip at a glance
- Duration5 Nights / 6 Days
- RouteIstanbul · Gallipoli · Troy · Pergamon · Ephesus · Pamukkale
- Travel stylePrivate or small group
- Guide languagesEnglish
- SeasonThis tour operates daily throughout the year.
Highlights and route
- 05 Nights / 06 Days
- Istanbul • Ephesus • Pergamon • Troy • Gallipoli
- One Domestic Flight Included
- Join a scheduled small-group departure or request a private version of this itinerary. Private tour pricing and availability are confirmed upon request.
- Carefully Selected Hotels
- Flexible Travel Dates
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Day-by-day itinerary
On arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST or SAW), meet your representative and transfer to your hotel. Check-in is available after 14:00. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.
After breakfast, join a guided tour of Istanbul’s Old City. Visit the Hippodrome, including the Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column and German Fountain, followed by the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. After lunch, visit the Basilica Cistern. Overnight in Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast
At 04:00, transfer to Istanbul Airport for your scheduled flight to İzmir. On arrival, meet your guide and continue to Ephesus. Explore its marble streets, the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre, then visit the House of the Virgin Mary and the remains of the Temple of Artemis. Overnight in Kusadasi.
Meals: Lunch
After breakfast, travel to Pergamon and visit the Acropolis, including the Temple of Athena, the ancient Library, the Temple of Trajan and the ancient theatre. See the Red Basilica before lunch in town, then continue to Canakkale. Overnight in Canakkale.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast, visit the ancient city of Troy, including its archaeological remains and the Trojan Horse display. Continue to Eceabat for lunch, then join a guided tour of the Gallipoli battlefields, including Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Memorial, Johnston’s Jolly, The Nek and Chunuk Bair. After the tour, travel to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
After breakfast, check out by 12:00 and transfer to Istanbul Airport for your departure flight.
Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions
What is included
- Five nights’ accommodation in selected 4-star hotels with breakfast
- One-way domestic flight from Istanbul to İzmir
- Four days of guided tours with an English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees for sites listed in the itinerary
- Transportation during the scheduled tours
- Airport and hotel transfers specified in the itinerary
- Breakfast and lunch as listed in the itinerary
What is not included
- Personal expenses
- Tips for driver and guide
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Drinks during meals
- Travel insurance
Trip requirements and practical information
Domestic flights
Yes, domestic flights are included.
Walking level
Moderate
Passport and visas
Each traveler must hold a valid passport with at least six (6) months' validity beyond the intended date of return, unless otherwise required by the destination country. Travelers are solely responsible for obtaining all required visas, travel authorizations, vaccinations and other entry documentation.
Travel insurance
Magnificent Travel strongly recommends that all travelers purchase comprehensive travel insurance before departure. Magnificent Travel does not provide travel insurance.
Good to know
- This tour operates daily throughout the year.
- Prices are per person, based on a minimum of 2 adults.
- The tour can be customized.
- Transfers include 1 luggage per person.
- Domestic flight tickets cannot be changed once issued. A 100% cancellation fee applies.
- Domestic flight and ferry schedules are subject to change.
Frequently asked questions
The itinerary includes Istanbul, Ephesus, Pergamon, Troy, Gallipoli, Kuşadası and Çanakkale. Pamukkale is not part of this six-day tour.
Yes. The package includes a one-way domestic flight from Istanbul to İzmir on Day 3. The remaining route is covered by scheduled ground transportation.
The package includes five hotel nights: two in Istanbul, one in Kuşadası, one in Çanakkale and one in Istanbul after the Gallipoli tour.
Yes, professional English-speaking guides are included during all scheduled sightseeing tours. As part of the small-group experience, your guide will provide historical context, local insights, and expert commentary throughout the journey.
Yes, this tour is an excellent choice for first-time visitors interested in Turkey's rich history. It combines some of the country's most important archaeological sites with the significant battlefields of Gallipoli, offering a deeper understanding of Turkey's past.
The physical difficulty is moderate. Travelers should be comfortable walking through archaeological sites, museums, and memorial areas. Locations such as Ephesus, Pergamon, Troy, and Gallipoli involve walking on uneven ground, but most travelers in average health can comfortably participate.
Highlights include the Acropolis of Pergamon, the ancient ruins and legendary Trojan Horse of Troy, and the battlefields, cemeteries, and memorials of Gallipoli. These sites provide a fascinating journey through thousands of years of history, from ancient civilizations to World War I.
You can cancel free of charge up to 30 days before the tour departure date. Cancellations made within 30 days may be subject to fees according to the booking terms and cancellation policy. Travel insurance is recommended for additional flexibility and protection.
Yes, the tour operates throughout the year and can be customized according to your preferences. You can add extra nights in Istanbul, upgrade hotel categories, include optional excursions, or modify the itinerary to suit your interests. Contact Magnificent Travel for a personalized itinerary and quotation.
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Price and availability
From€1,195 per person
Starting price per person. The final price depends on dates, hotels and group size.
The tour price is quoted per person and is based on a minimum of two adults. It does not apply to solo travelers. Prices may vary depending on the travel date.
Request a personalized quoteSeason
This tour operates daily throughout the year.
Payment summary
Deposit
50%
Required at the time of confirmation to secure all travel arrangements.
Balance
50%
Due no later than fifteen (15) days before the arrival date, regardless of the booking date.
We accept
Visa, Mastercard, Bank transfer
Card payments may be subject to applicable bank processing fees.
Trip cancellation terms
Free cancellation 31 days or more before the tour date.
- All domestic flight tickets are strictly non-refundable. Once issued, tickets cannot be changed, cancelled, or refunded under any circumstances, and the full ticket cost will be forfeited in the event of cancellation or non-use.
- 31 days or more before arrival: Free cancellation; no cancellation fees apply.
- 30–21 days before arrival: 25% of the total land package price.
- 20–14 days before arrival: 50% of the total land package price.
- 13 days or less before arrival: 100% of the total package price.
- No-show: 100% of the total package price.