Day Tour Troy from Istanbul Fez Travel

(20 customer reviews)

$143.43

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Day Tour Troy Tour from Istanbul USD 143.43. Uncover ancient Greek mythology and the history of the Trojan War during this guided day trip to Troy from Istanbul. During a walking tour, learn about the famous archaeological site of Troy and see a replica statue of the Trojan Horse. Then, delve into the interesting era’s of Troy and discover how this settlement transformed over time. Plus, enjoy a visit to the small coastal town of Eceabat for lunch..
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20 reviews for Day Tour Troy from Istanbul Fez Travel

  1. Praxedes_T

    Thr trip from Istanbul to the Echeabat was handled lousily by the driver who can hardly speak in English and kept on stopping for smoking break. He can not even tell us the places we were passing. We just slept all the way to Echeabat then met by a lady who accompanied us to a seafood restaurant who served meatball and pasta instead of the seafood as described in the info sheet. Then another guy brought us to the ferry to cross to Troia. The driver/guide who met us at the Camukkale Feribot is very good in his stories about Homers Iliad and Odysey but gave us a different version from the book of Homer and he doubted if there was really a Trojan War. On the way back to istanbul, all the passengers were sleeping on the minivan since we can not stand the body odor exuding from the driver. I have to put peppermint from my chaplips on my nosetrils to minimize inhaling the foul smell. First time i am giving VIator.com a 2 star.

  2. Alan B

    We were a little concerned that the journey to and from Istanbul would be too long but the guides made it all very interesting and the journey time was fine. As well as the commentary from the guides we also enjoyed the views of the countryside while traveling to and from the site of Troy. Everything went according to the schedule and we found the experience at Troy extremely educational. The trip included a ferry ride and stops for breakfast extra cost and lunch included. My only suggestion for improvement would be for the guides to allow us a little free time on our own at the Troy site so that we could soak up the atmosphere there. I can definitely recommend this trip. My family and I thoroughly enjoyed it.

  3. Evelyn_D

    Mustafa is a great guide and took great care of us. He h has a good knowledge of history. The mini van was very comfortable.

  4. Georsadd G

    If you booked this tour for the lunch, look for another tour as they did not serve sea food. If you booked this tour for a short drive, look for another tour as we only spent literally just an hour in the site. But if you really wanted to see ‘Troy’ and hear the interesting stories as to why this is said to be the ‘Troy’ from the mythology, then this is for you.

  5. RebecaBeatrizF

    Troy day trip from Istanbul was great. Beautiful sights, a lot of historic places, great attention, and a very knowledged guide made this trip a time to remember!

  6. Roger_S

    We made our trip on Dec 12, 2019. The organisation was perfect: communication, pick up and drop off at our hotel, transportation, lunch, guidance during transportation, etc. Our guide in situ however didn’t answer to this standard. He appeared to be a competent man, but his attitude was not at all conform. During the entire visit he gave the impression he wanted to get rid of it as soon as possible by rattling off his comment and constantly running metres ahead of us. By doing so he pulled down completely the level of the trip. That’s the reason why rating the trip we leave it at ‘average’. Understandable because the visit of the ruins of Troy was precisely the purpose of our trip.

  7. Michael_Leung

    Unorganised! When I left my hotel, till I arrived at Eceabat ferry pier, no one told me what was I going to. The driver from the hotel just dropped me at the bus terminal in Istanbul and gave me the coach seat number and he was gone away; once the coach left the bus terminal, a bus attendant asked me for a bus ticket to Çanakkale. I told him I booked a day trip to Troy. He said this coach only stop at Eceabat, and they wouldn’t take me back to Istanbul nor provide any tour guide for me because the coach was kinda public bus only! I was shocked, then I called the number which Viator’s confirmation email has stated it, but no one picked up my call! Since I couldn’t do anything at that moment, the bus attendant asked me to call the tour company again once we arrived at Eceabat. Luckily, there was eventually a tour guide looked for me at Eceabat ferry pier. Viator and the tour company in Çanakkale should let me know the itinerary and to explain to me all the procedures but not keep everything secretly. I didn’t know how it was going while I was in the coach at Istanbul. It was my first time to experience this mess! Besides, it stated my lunch was a seafood lunch in one of the restaurant in Eceabat, but turns out the lunch was provided in Çanakkale and it was NOT a seafood lunch! The tour guide did a good job to tell me and the other joining tourists about the history of Troy very precisely while we were in the Troy Ruins. However, we didn’t even have time to visit a Trojan Horse from the Troy Movie in the city centre of Çanakkale, our van was just pass by this site, coz we needed to catch the ferry back to Eceabat where we have to transfer for another van back to Istanbul. It’s really chaotically since I board the coach at Istanbul bus terminal in the morning on that day!

  8. Elizabeth_R

    awesome experience, great for history lovers. tour guide was informative. driver was awesome highly recommend. top notch

  9. Maria_B

    I finally made it to Troy!
    Since that was the plan, and since I had googled the info & pictures beforehand, I have had a very pleasant day. We made it to the site of Troy and visited the museum, too. And there were only 2 people on the tour, including me – basically, we both almost have had a private tour 🙂
    Our guide Ensar is a very nice person, he’s helpful and friendly, so it was a pleasure to meet him. The driver (sorry, I don’t remember his name) was competent and drove carefully.
    It is quite a long way from Istanbul, but, to me, it was worth it.

  10. Mirella_C

    Loved it. Great tour to do in the off season when it’s not so busy. Great tour guide and lovely to get to see so much of the country in the drive.

  11. RAVI_K

    Istamble to Troy bus and ferry boat journey was pleasant
    Drivers were cordial
    Guide Mr Burakh Trum was an added asset to the Tour. He gave life to the rubles / ruins by his skillful presentation. He is multi talented and made us more enjoyable.
    Overall it was memorable. 👍👍👍

  12. Marina_D

    BURAK was the max for explaing everything.Long drive but it is worthed.I woud do it again,it was very warm in Troia

  13. Trinanjan_B

    A journey (long indeed) to the lost and forgotten city of Troy. The trip down history coupled with modern amenities and perfectly organized trip from Viator. If you love history then this trip although a bit tiring (18 hours in total from istanbul) is a must. Our guide Burak made history come live in front of our eyes. Loved the sea cruise in transit.

  14. Alvin_W

    All I can say is “wow!” Loved this tour! So much history and our guide Burat was very fun and engaging with everyone. He really knew his stuff! He basically taught us a archeological lesson and made sure everyone had an amazing time.

  15. MariaSolita_L

    It was a long drive and just few hours on the site .Very tiring experience . Better to do a 2 day trip but we did not have the time.

  16. kathy_C

    Good to see the famous historical horse! Even it was a replica. The site can not be certain either!!!

  17. KathleenFelise_T

    Our tour guide in Troy Burak was very passionate and lively. I loved the scenery across the drive. It was a good day.

  18. Jacqueline_V

    Amazing experience. Lively well informed guide (Burak) gave us a great tour.
    Tour ran efficiently and as described.

  19. William_N

    i trip was amazing and meeting other people during the travel as good. we had a great lunch and seeing the Dardanelles was awesome. the ferry ride over the straites was delightful and the tour of the Tory site was awesome. the tour guide was very knowledgeable and gave a lot of relevant and insightful information.

  20. Rebecca_P

    Drivers were smooth and safe. One of our party did not geft motion sickness, so we are greatful for good drivers. Lunch included was quite nice and offered enough time to have a meal and conversation without rush. Our guide, Charlie, was knowledgeable and truly engaged the group with legends and archeological fact. We talked about the iliad and we were impressed especially when charlie pointed out the south gate where legen has it, is the place Achilles died. I was thrilled as a little boy to be in that spot.We liked his youthful zeal which even captursd even the oldest members of tne tour. This trip i have been planning for over fifty years and this life dream was made all better with the excellent drivers and charlie of course.

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