The Mysteries of 9 Ancient Cities of Troy: Day-trip to Troy by coach.

If you’ve seen the movie – ‘Troy’ or read the poet Homer’s – ‘The Iliad’ you’ll be familiar with Paris – Prince of Troy, his prized Helen and Hector – Prince of Troy on the Trojan side and Agamemnon and Achilles (he of the heel) on the Aechaean (Greek) side. The legend of the lost city of Troy and Homer’s poetry was bought alive by it’s rediscovery in 1863 by German archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann.Subsequent excavations revealed 9 ancient cities, one on top of the other, dating back to 3000 BC! 

Pick up from your centrally located accommodation in Istanbul and begin our scenic drive down to Eceabat, 310km/193miles west, along the Sea of Marmara which the British, French and Anzac troops were intended to take over during the WW1 in Gallipoli campaign.

Two-hours after leaving Istanbul behind, we’ll stop for a bite if you haven’t eaten breakfast and stretch our legs. After our 4.5 hours drive and before crossing the Dardenelles by ferry to Canakkale, you’ll enjoy a delicious meal at a local restaurant in the town of Eceabat.

This afternoon we enjoy a guided tour of Troy! Discover epic stories and 5,000 years of history in the ruins of Troy. Land of myths, legends, heroes, and Gods, in the footsteps of Achilles, Hector, and the beautiful Helen, where the mythical Trojan War took place. Drop by the remains of many of its architectural marvels, such as the Odeon, a stage where poetry recitals and musical performances took place; the ruins of the Temple of Athena and the Bouleuterion, where political affairs were discussed. You’ll get to witness excavations currently in progress as well as a towering replica of the Trojan Horse.

Vibrant harbour town with a multicultural past that can be found in its compact old quarter, and a busy seafront that’s home to a replica of the Trojan horse used in the 2004 film Troy. Movie of Troy features an ensemble cast that includes Brad Pitt, Eric Bana and Orlando Bloom.