Istanbul: Troy Guided Bus Tour with Ferry Tickets & Lunch

Go on an epic adventure by visiting the the legendary, ancient city of Troy. Begin your trip by getting picked up from your hotel accommodation in central Istanbul. You will get down at the town of Eceabat, where you will feast on a delicious meal at a local restaurant.

After lunch, you will get to wander around the ancient ruins of the city where the ancient Greek story of The Iliad is set in. Drop by the majestic 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; the Bouleuterion, where political affairs were discussed. You will get to witness excavations currently in progress as well as a towering replica of the Trojan Horse.

All throughout the tour, you will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide, who will regale you with stories and commentary concerning Troy; you will get glimpses of Turkey's past and learn more about Greek mythology.

You will even go on a ferry ride on the Dardanelles, a strait that forms part of the boundary between Europe and Asia; you will be in between two continents at once! After the tour, you will be brought back to your hotel; sit back, relax, and relish this profound experience on your way back. This is definitely a must-book trip, especially if you are a history buff.