Troy Day Trip from Istanbul with Istanbul Explorer Pass
Step back in time and explore one of the most legendary cities of the ancient world with the Troy Day Trip from Istanbul, offered at a special rate through the Istanbul Explorer Pass.
Instead of paying €125, pass holders can book the tour for just €99. This discounted trip can also be enjoyed outside of your pass validity period, giving you greater flexibility.
Tour Highlights
• Discover the ancient city of Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• See the iconic Trojan Horse replica
• Explore 3,700-year-old city walls and multi-layered ruins
• Visit key structures like the Bouleuterion and the Odeon
• Learn from an English-speaking professional guide
• Enjoy round-trip hotel transfers and local lunch included
Itinerary Overview
• 06:00 – 07:00: Pick-up from centrally located Istanbul hotels
• Travel to Eceabat in an A/C minibus
• 12:00: Arrival in Eceabat and lunch at a local restaurant
• 12:50: Start fully guided Troy tour
• Visit:
– Trojan Horse Replica
– Sacrificial Altars
– Ancient City Walls
– Troy I Houses (3000 B.C.)
– Bouleuterion (Senate Building)
– Odeon (Concert Hall)
– Excavation Sites
– Layers from Troy I to Troy IX
• 17:30: Departure back to Istanbul
• 22:30: Hotel drop-off (timing may vary)
Why Visit Troy from Istanbul?
Troy is not just a destination—it’s a gateway to mythology, archaeology, and epic storytelling. Known from Homer’s Iliad, the city’s ancient stones still whisper tales of warriors, gods, and a wooden horse that changed history.
What Makes This Troy Tour Unique?
• Includes round-trip transport and local lunch
• Guided by experts in both history and mythology
• Access to layered ruins from Troy I to Troy IX
• Visit an active archaeological site
• Flexibility: You can use this tour even outside pass days
About the Ancient City of Troy
• Trojan Horse: A legendary strategy that ended the war
• City Walls: 3,700-year-old fortifications still visible today
• Bouleuterion: Where city leaders once gathered
• Odeon: Ancient amphitheater for music and meetings