A wonderful 4-day corridor tour exploring the most beautiful highlights of the Marmara region.
This four-day corridor route, stretching from the heroic lands of Çanakkale to the lush mountains of Balıkesir and the ancient legends of İzmir, offers a flawless transition from the Marmara to the Aegean. Harboring unique discoveries for nature and history enthusiasts, your journey begins in Çanakkale. After visiting the Troya Örenyeri, which inspired Homer's Iliad, and the impressive Troya Müzesi, you will trace the footsteps of mythology by exploring the Vilusa su mağarası formation located within the beautiful nature of the Troya TMP.
On the second day, you will head deep into the legendary Kazdağı National Park, famous for its oxygen-rich environment. Within this mesmerizing ecosystem, you can take a peaceful forest walk among the specially protected and endemic Kazdağı Göknarı trees. After these relaxing hours intertwined with nature, you will head towards the Balıkesir city center to witness recent history by visiting the Balıkesir Kuva-yi Milliye Müzesi, which houses important documents of the national struggle and local ethnographic artifacts.
The third day takes you through a historical corridor across İzmir. You will start the day by examining the architecture of the Bergama Akropolü, one of the most kingdom centers of the Hellenistic period, built on a steep hill. Then, descending to the southern coasts, you will see the ancient ruins of Teos Örenyeri, known as the city of artists, among centuries-old olive trees, and breathe in the mystical air of Klaros Örenyeri, an important prophecy center.
On your final day, you will step into the world-famous pearl of the Aegean, the Efes Örenyeri. After thoroughly examining the ruins of the Artemis Tapinagi, considered a wonder of the ancient world, and the Agora Örenyeri, you will turn towards the mountains. You will conclude this transition by watching the sunset in Şirince Köyü, surrounded by orchards and famous for its historical Greek houses.