Private Guided Tour Troy from Kepez Port
Event/Tour date:
August 17, 2024
Departure time:
8:30 am
Visiting:
Helen of Troy-Guzel yali
11-Night Greece & Turkey Voyage by azamara Quest
- YOUR GUIDED TOUR DEPARTURE CRUICE DETAILS ISTANBUL
- REGION: Mediterranean
- SHIP: Azamara Quest
- EMBARK : ISTANBUL GALATA PORT
- DEPARTURE DATE: 15 AUGUST 2023 ISTANBUL
- DEBARK: KEPEZ PORT CANAKKALE
- 17 AUGUST 2023 08:00 AM KEPEZ PORT CANAKKALE
- PICK UP: KEPEZ PORT -> GUIDED TOUR -> DROP OFF: KEPEZ PORT CANAKKALE
Kepez is a small town by the dardanel, but real treasures can be found at the further beyond the shore. The ancient city Helen of Troy was once just a mythology, but archaeological excavations have brought this to life. Also within reach of port is the Gallipoli Peninsula, where WWI campaign devastated Allied forces.
Your journey begins with a short drive to Feery port then 24 min ferry ride to Eceabat
Then, follow your guide to visit Gallipoli peninsula
Daily Troy tour from Kepez Port Canakkale
Troy Guided tour
After lunch, head to the ancient city Helen of Troy. Due to the strategic location of Troy on the Dardanelles, there are nine civilizations built one on top of the other on this site. It was an active settlement from 3000 B.C. until the time of the birth of Christ.
Excavations of Troy
Troy has been excavated many times by archaeologists the most famous of which was Heinrich Schliemann who was searching for the treasure of Priam, the last King of Troy.
En route back to Canakkale you will stop to see the Gazi Tabyasi, where the biggest connons ever made. The Germans manufactured it and gave it to the Turks in WWI to shell the British ships going through the straits.
On the way to Kepez port we will give lunch break at IRIS Hotel
09:30 am Morning starts with drive to Troy which is 36 km from Kepez port
Depart from the Kepez port for Fully Guided Troy Tour
visiting,
- The Trojan Horse,
- Sacrificial Altars,
- The 3700 year old city walls,
- Houses of Troy I, 3000 B.C. - 2500 B.C.,
- The Bouleuterion (Senate Building),
- The Odeon (Concert Hall),
- Remains of the various cities from Troy I through to Troy IX.
Enjoy lunch at the charming iris Hotel restaurant located on the Dardanelles.
14:00 pm End of the tour transfer back to Kepez Port in Canakkale
We use for the tours this bus or smillar A/C No smoking bus with professional Driver
How far is Troy from Cruise ship?
Ancient city of Troy is about 30 km from the port. and 36 km from Çanakkale city.
Can I make Troy and Gallipoli tour daily from Cruise port?
Ofcourse you can make gallipoli and Troy tour same day if you you can depart 08:30 am 16:00-16:30 pm we will be back
Will our transport have A/C on minibus?
Yes our Minibuses are A/C No smoking tour Minibuses.
Do I have to have lunch a your restaurant?
No You dont have to. You can have some where else. This is up to you
Why shall I book with top Turkey trips?
Booking with top turkey trips will ensure you get more out of your travel experience! We offer a large variety of tours than you will find through your cruise line and our tour operatord. In addition, we offer tours better value than what you would find through the cruise line. We are localand speak your language. Contact us to see how we can impress you.
shore@topturkeytrips.com or whatsapp: +90 5313789262
When should I reserve my shore excursion?
Top Turkey Trips highly recommends booking your excursions as soon as you can! Our great and reasonable excursions are getting often sell out quickly, so we would suggest you book your space early to get the best chance of reserving your shore tour in each destinations.
Keep in mind that our shore cruise tours are small group tour which is maximum 12 persons
How close to departure may I reserve my shore excursions?
Booking time is up to availability – but generally up to 7 days prior to the tour date. If you desire to book within 4-5 days of the tour date, we may be able to help – but we ask you that please call our experienced sales team to inform you about those bookings.
Top Turkey Trips recommend you to get your shore excursion vouchers as soon as you can. Your shore excursion vouchers will mention you the meeting location and departure time of all your tours – so it is important you take these with you.
Do I have to pay full amount or Pay some deposite?
If you reserve your shore trip with some deposite that will be possible. But you will be prompted to pay the balance due 15 days before the departure. If you prefer to pay in full at the time of purchase, you may do so as well.
All bookings made within 4-months of departure will be charged in full at the time of purchase. But remember you have until 15 days before the date of your excursion to cancel for a full refund.
If I book, how will you send confirmation of my booking?
when you book your tours, you will receive confirmation of your booking in 24 hours time. Your vouchers with tour time and meeting points information will be emailed to you as a pdf file, approximately one month before your departure date. If you make your booking within a month of departure, your vouchers will be emailed as a pdf file to you within approximately 72 hours of booking.
Is there any risk that if I miss my cruise ship?
Well this will be an urgent canselation so you will not have any risk only we charge small amount rest of amount we refund you