Day Trips from Istanbul to Canakkale

We offer Private Tour departing from Istanbul with brand new vehicles and experienced local guides. We hire local guides and he/she will meet you in Gallipoli.

Set out early in the afternoon for a tour of Troy. After lunch in Eceabat, take a boat across the Dardanelles and travel to the famed Trojan Horse from the days of Beautiful Helen, Queen of Sparta, and Paris, the Trojan Prince. After the tour, head back to Istanbul.

Stand on the beaches and battlefields of Gallipoli on a full-day trip from Istanbul, and visit memorials to Australian, New Zealand and Turkish soldiers. Hear the stories of the brutal fighting that took place along the Gallipoli peninsula during the first world war as Allied forces pushed towards Constantinople. Follow in the footsteps of the first Aussie and Kiwi troops at ANZAC Cove, then walk the headlands for sweeping views of the Dardanelles. See the Australian memorial at Lone Pine along with major beaches and cemeteries before returning to Istanbul.

Experience one of the most meaningful day trips from Istanbul on this full-day guided tour to the Gallipoli Peninsula — the site of the legendary WWI ANZAC campaign. Travel in comfort from Istanbul and explore the most important battlefields, trenches, and memorials with an expert historian guide who brings each location to life through powerful stories and detailed historical insight. Visit iconic sites such as ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Cemetery, Chunuk Bair, and several key trenches and memorial points that shaped the course of the 1915 campaign. Throughout the journey, gain a balanced perspective from both Turkish and international viewpoints, understanding the human impact and legacy of Gallipoli on all sides. Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant during the day. This is the perfect tour for history lovers, cultural travelers, and anyone wishing to honor the memory of the soldiers who fought here.

Immerse yourself into World War I history on a group day tour to the Gallipoli peninsula from Istanbul. The detailed and well-paced itinerary takes you to the Kabatepe War Museum, Lone Pine Cemetery (Australian Memorial), Shrapnel Valley, and more, including several significant ANZAC sites in Gelibolu National Park. Engaging narration from your guide goes beyond the typical tourist guidebook and provides an illuminating look at the Gallipoli Campaign.

You can visit battlefields of Gallipoli in just one day on this tour from Istanbul, including lunch and hotel transfers. See Anzac Cove, where the troops first landed; visit the commemorative site where the Dawn Service is held; walk along Brighton Beach; and learn about the war from both perspectives as you view the Allied and Turkish trenches at Johnston's Jolly.

Explore one of the most famous cities of antiquity on a full-day sightseeing tour from Istanbul. Journey by comfortable coach through the lush Turkish countryside and take a ferry ride across the Dardanelles Strait to Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy a guided tour of the ancient ruins, the replica of the Trojan Horse, and the Roman Temple, while learning about the civilisations that one stood here.

Visit the ancient kingdom which inspired the blockbuster film Troy and get an insight into the epic battle between the Trojans and the Greeks. You'll also have a chance to cruise on the Dardanelles Strait and view and climb a replica of the wooden Trojan Horse. Admire ancient ruins from 3000 BC, sacrificial altars, the Bouleuterion, the Odeon and more. Finally, enjoy free time wandering this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Your Gallipoli tour offers a deeply personal and historically accurate experience led by expert local guides who bring the stories of 1915 to life. Unlike standard tours, we keep the groups small to ensure individual attention and meaningful insights at every stop. Guests enjoy a comfortable round-trip journey from Istanbul, a traditional lunch in Eceabat, and the chance to visit every major battlefield and memorial site at an unhurried pace. This is more than a day trip — it’s an emotional journey through history, reflection, and remembrance.

Troy recently celebrated two decades as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and there’s never been a better time to go. Even if you can’t spare more than a day out of your Istanbul itinerary, this day trip from the capital lets you discover Troy’s storied history in person without even checking out of your Istanbul hotel. Make the most of your day with an early morning departure, returning to Istanbul in time to rest for another busy day exploring the capital. Bring Troy to life with an English-speaking tour guide Don’t go hungry: lunch are included Spare yourself the hassle of renting a car or organizing a multi-day trip Breath easy: make the journey north in a non-smoking minibus..

Marvel at the ancient wonders and historical battlefields of the Gallipoli peninsula on this private tour from Istanbul. Visit the acclaimed Troy Ancient History and Battlefield with a local guide. Highlights include exploring the Truva Sehir Maketi, and WWI museum. With ample time to explore and learn, arrive back in Istanbul in the evening inspired from admiring all the incredible sights.

Embark on a captivating journey through history with our guided day trip to Troy from Istanbul. This tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the legendary city of Troy, made famous by Homer's epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey.

Visit the notorious WWI battlefields of Gallipoli in just one day on this full-day tour from Istanbul, including lunch and hotel pick-up. See ANZAC Cove, where the troops first landed; visit the ANZAC Commemorative Site, where the Dawn Service is held; walk along Brighton beach; and learn about the war from both perspectives as you view the Allied and Turkish trenches at Johnston's Jolly.

Explore the WWI battlefields and ANZAC memorials along the Gallipoli Peninsula on this full-day tour from Istanbul. Visit sites that can’t be reached by public transport, including ANZAC Cove and Lone Pine, Johnston’s Jolly, The Nek, and Chunuk Bair, and benefit from a guided tour that provides historical context. Learn about the Allied campaign of 1915-16 that resulted in great losses for the Australian, New Zealand, and Turkish troops.

TJs TOURS is the only agency with a set of registers for the Gallipoli Peninsula on the premises. The register books were given to TJ and B in recognition of their work for the Commonwealth War Graves in providing information for tourists on the Gallipoli Peninsula. With these books, we can locate the burial site of any Commonwealth soldier who fell in the Gallipoli campaign. We invite you to make use of this service free of charge. Not : Times change according to the season & weather conditions.

Troy Ancient City Fought over for thousands of years & included now on UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage list, Troy continues to inspire us with its history. Over the millennia the Dardanelles strait has been the scene of countless wars owing to its strategic position between two continents (Europe & Asia) & two seas (the Mediterranean & the Black Sea). From the Trojan War, thought to have taken place in 1180 B.C. & chronicled by the Anatolian epic poet Homer in his immortal Iliad, to the Battle of Gallipoli in the First World War, the purpose has always been the same: to rule East & West by controlling the Dardanelles.

Turkey’s most important World War I battlefields and memorial sites are dotted around the Gallipoli peninsula, and can only be reached with your own transport. On this full-day tour, travel from Istanbul by air-conditioned vehicle and gain insight into the bloody battles between Australian, New Zealand, and Turkish soldiers during guided visits to Lone Pine, ANZAC Cove, Ari Burnu Cemetery, and the Nek.

Follow in the footsteps of the ANZAC troops on this private shore excursion to Gallipoli’s WWI battlefields from Canakkale. Visit the poignant memorials, military monuments, and battle sites of the Gallipoli National Park; hear stories of the battle from both the Turkish and Allied sides; and see sites such as Kabatepe Hill, Anzac Cove, and the Trojan Horse of Canakkale.

Visit the landmarks and historic sites of Gallipoli on a full-day tour from Istanbul. Travel in a comfortable bus to the places where many Allied and Turkish troops fought in World War I, including Brighton Beach, ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corp) Cove, The Nek and Johnston's Jolly. You’ll also see Ariburnu Cemetery, the ANZAC Commemoration site, Lone Pine Australian Memorial and Chunk Bair New Zealand Memorial. Learn about the history and impact of the WWI battles in Gallipoli as your guide shows you around this important location.

Discover more than 3,000 years of history in a single day on a small-group tour to the ancient city of Troy. Departing from Istanbul, you’ll begin with a scenic ferry ride on the Sea of Marmara to Canakkale. Then, follow your guide to Troy's archeological landmarks, including the Odeon, sacrificial altars, and senate building. You’ll also see the Trojan horse used in the 2004 film ‘Troy.’

This exclusive tour is an excellent option for travellers who wish to visit Gallipoli and Troy in just one day.

Embark on a moving day trip to explore the WWI battlefields, trenches and memorials of the Gallipoli Peninsula on this full-day tour from Istanbul, including lunch. Hear about the bloody battles of the Gallipoli Campaign as Turkish and ANZAC troops fought over control of the Dardanelles strait and visit the many war cemeteries, including the Beach Cemetery where the grave of Private John Simpson Kirkpatrick lies.

Embark on a moving day trip to explore the WWI battlefields, trenches and memorials of the Gallipoli Peninsula on this full-day tour from Istanbul, including lunch. Hear about the bloody battles of the Gallipoli Campaign as Turkish and ANZAC troops fought over control of the Dardanelles strait and visit the many war cemeteries, including the Beach Cemetery where the grave of Private John Simpson Kirkpatrick lies.