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Jacqueline13 October 2026Verified
It was like traveling with a historian! Rafael awed us with his knowledge and pride of his motherland. It was extra special to know someone born in the same place as apostle Paul!! Tarsus !! He makes you want to visit the whole of Türkiye.. it was a lovely day with a lot of knowledge downloaded . Love it!!Posted on Getyourguide
Pete12 October 2026Verified
Not a lot of time could be spent at each location unfortunately, 10 - 15 mins, so not possible to explore. A limitation of doing everything in a day of course, but just to be aware. Guide was well informed, and the day ran smoothly.Posted on Getyourguide
GetYourGuide Traveller11 October 2026Very informative and respectful. A lot of driiving but worth the effort.Posted on GetyourguideRebecca10 October 2026We had the pleasure of Charlie guiding us. We had about 12 people including us on a comfortable minibus. It had a high ceiling and room for luggage so it was very comfortable. His approach was friendly and welcoming. I was prepared for a long day but it actually felt less long that I was expecting. Definitely a great once in a lifetime experience for myself any teenage son. Very moving day.Posted on Getyourguide
Sarah10 October 2026My husband and I had an amazing time! Our guide who has a beautifu and long name I could not remember or pronounce let us call her "Cindy". Cindy was an enthusiastic story teller. She wove together myth, legend and history in a balanced way while explaining the 9 transformations the city of Troy faced over 3000 years. Thank you for a perfect day! It was worth the long commute!Posted on GetyourguideRebecca10 October 2026We had the pleasure of Charlie guiding us. We had about 12 people including us on a comfortable minibus. It had a high ceiling and room for luggage so it was very comfortable. His approach was friendly and welcoming. I was prepared for a long day but it actually felt less long that I was expecting. Definitely a great once in a lifetime experience for myself any teenage son. Very moving day.Posted on Google
LYNNE COOKE8 October 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exceptional Gallipoli and Troy Tour – Outstanding Service! What an absolutely fantastic two-day experience with Crowded House Tours! We cannot recommend this company highly enough. From beginning to end, everything was exceptionally well organised. Our small group of just 12 travelled in a luxurious, comfortable minibus, making the journey relaxed and enjoyable. Hotel pick-up and drop-off, ferry tickets, lunches and accommodation were all taken care of, making the entire experience wonderfully stress-free. Our guides were outstanding – friendly, professional, incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the history they shared. Gallipoli was an especially moving and memorable experience for us as Australians, and Troy was equally fascinating. The driving was excellent, and we felt completely safe and comfortable throughout the journey. What truly impressed us, however, was the extraordinary care and consideration shown to fellow travellers. One couple in our group had mobility difficulties and were travelling with luggage. Rather than having them manage the ferry crossing with their bags, the company thoughtfully arranged for them to transfer to a bus that drove directly onto the ferry for the crossing back to Eceabat, before continuing on to Istanbul. Witnessing this level of genuine kindness, flexibility and attention to individual needs was absolutely heartwarming. It spoke volumes about the professionalism and values of this company. Nothing seemed too much trouble, and every guest was treated with care and respect. It is these thoughtful touches that turn a great tour into an exceptional one. Crowded House Tours exceeded our expectations in every way. Fantastic organisation, wonderful guides, safe and comfortable transport, and truly outstanding customer care. A huge thank you to the entire team for making our Gallipoli and Troy experience so special. If you are considering this tour, don't hesitate to book! An outstanding experience and a very well-deserved five stars! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐+7Posted on Getyourguide
Penny8 October 2026Logistics of the tour were excellent, as was our onsite tour guide at Troy. However there was no communications on the long bus ride to Troy … which would have been a good time to provide more historical background of the site. IMO it would have made the tour much better! Lunch was rushed and not appealing. We were ushered into a scrappy-looking place, took seats and were quickly brought platters of food. No niceties, nor options, just what they served. No dessert or coffee offered. Post-tour, I appreciated the drop-off at a nearby hotel where I planned to stay rather than return to Istanbul.Posted on GetyourguidePaul and Maree8 October 2026The full day tour was well paced and everything went to schedule. Comfortable transportation with good drivers . The small group size was great. Burak our guide was very knowledgeable about Troy and the history of the war at Gallipoli. He created a relaxed atmosphere with our group and related really well to the different individuals. He was fun but also treated the subject matter with respect and sincerity. We learnt a lot. We would definitely recommend this tour by Crowded House Tours.Posted on Getyourguide
Craig7 October 2026Crowded House are like a very well-oiled machine … a big operation that works very very well, and the staff are excellent . The guides on both days were knowledgeable. The hotel was much better than I was expecting, and Canakkale is a lovely town to stay over in. Lunch in Eceabat was a bit average and below standards of everything else. The lunch and dinner breaks on the motorway were very good. I would strongly recommend the tour to everyone. Thanks.Posted on Getyourguide
Gregory7 October 2026Overall a good tour Charlie our guide to Gallipoli was fantastic Our guide for Troy was also good The lunch was average The hotel was a good 3 star level Our second day was the tour of Troy which did not commence until 12.30 which meant we didn’t return to Istanbul until after 9.00pm. I think it would be better if the Troy tour was in the morning Other than that a good tour I would recommendPosted on GetyourguideGetYourGuide Traveller6 October 2026es war einfach eine perfekte tour.Posted on GetyourguideGetYourGuide Traveller4 October 2026Our guide was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic to share the wider context of what we were seeing.Posted on Google
Anita3 October 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We did 2 tours with Crowded House: 1. Gallipoli (private tour) - this was exceptional. Great pick up/transfer from Istanbul in a comfortable van. Wonderful and knowledgeable private tour guide, Charlie. He was obviously very interested in Gallipoli to the point that he read books about it and hiked the trails outside of work hours. Lunch was included but was not good. A traditional tavern, but with dry meats and unclean table cloths. 2. Ephesus (group tour) - this was great. Again good transfers. The guide Mustafa was great. But the tour was only really a half day tour. The lunch was a pretty terrible buffet with only 2 meat options. The afternoon was at best a waste of time. A stop at a leather shop and Turkish dessert and spice shop where everything was marked up in price. And then a stop at a mountain village that was painfully touristy. These were not on the itinerary and I would have preferred to have just gone back to the hotel instead. The time would have been better spent going to the Basilica of St John and the Ayasuluk Citadel. My advice - do the tours privately and cut out parts of the itinerary you would prefer to avoid.Posted on Google
Marine Kopp1 October 2026We had a two day tour out of istanbul. It was really well organized. The guides are super knowledgeable on history and archaeology. And so informative at Gallipoli. We took the ferry to canakkale for the night and Troy the next day. With so many people and different itineraries, I'm not sure how they could keep it so well organized. The downside was very very full buses, esp the long drive too/from istanbul.Posted on Tripadvisor
Kent Hedemann K30 September 2026Verified
Good. Beutifull It was quite a logistical operation, with bus changes along the way and a stop to pick up some notes, but having said that, everything went smoothly. The guide was truly excellent, motivating, and very knowledgeable.Even though it was a rather brutal climb up to the theatre at Hierapolis, we are talking about a world-class attraction, and it was a magnificent experience—magnificent being the key word.The Cotton Castle was also impressive, although we only viewed it from above. That was probably a sensible choice, as we have walked up there before and remember the ascent being quite demanding.All in all, it was a very good day, and we were fortunate to have such pleasant weatherPosted on ViatorChrissie_D29 September 2026Verified
Gallipoli Day Trip Really interesting day with a great guide. Burak was able to give us lots of interesting insights into Anzac Cove and the surrounding areas along with the Turkish Monuments.Posted on Google
Nilgün Sarı28 September 2026Thank you the team and especially our driver Coşkun and our guide Burak for the awesome ANZAC Tour! The description of the landings/battles was very detailed and we got golden nuggets of niche information along with deeply touching personal stories from both sides of this epic war. All of this delivered with great humor and verve. Highly recommended!+0Posted on Tripadvisor
Dreamer0729454242928 September 2026Verified
Gallipoli tour with crowded tours Amazing tour, staff friendly, supportive and made the experience so much better. Canakkle is a beautiful township where the office is situated. The little restaurant was awesome, meals looked amazing, unfortunately I was unable to eat anything due to post surgery but it looked great. Our tour guide was very experienced and knowledgeable and it really helped to have a guided tour as i had very limited history about Gallipoli so this made a huge difference. Tour was an eye opener and very emotional once we landed at the NZ memorial site, although I personally had no one who served during that war the wairua was very strong. The best thing for me was being able to touch the water in ANZAC Cove where our history started for our troops. Pit stops we're very good and gave options to purchase food for morningtea and dinner. Greatful to Guided Tours for arranging private puck up for us in the morning from our hotel as it took away the added stress of finding a way to meet at one of the pick up locations and it was pouring down with rain. I personally would highly recommend you to anyone thinking about taking the tour. Thank you fir an amazing experience, great way to finish our trip 🧡💛💚💙Posted on Tripadvisor
Declan D28 September 2026An educational and engaging experience We had such a lovely experience visiting Canakklale, ANZAK and Troy with Burak. He was engaging, thoughtful, and incredibly knowledgeable, and made the tour feel very personal and special. On a private tour day he shared so many interesting stories and insights that really brought the history to life, especially V- Beach. The whole experience was relaxed, engaging, and memorable. A big thank you to Burak for his time, knowledge, and warmth — we really appreciated it and it uplifted our experience! Declan&BilgePosted on Tripadvisor
Michael P28 September 2026Amazing Experience! We thoroughly enjoyed this tour, especially the tour of Gallipoli and our guide Burak who was a fountain of knowledge! He is obviously proud of his vocation and he provided us with great insight which he delivered with passion and objectivity. Burak has a great sense of humour and related with each individual on the tour, engaging with them and showing a keen interest in getting to know them. The accommodation at the Artur Hotel was good. The tour of Gallipoli is one of the best experiences we have had and Burak was a significant reason for this. Our guide for Troy and Bergama was Ahmed and he also provided great insight and knowledge into these areas. Ahmed also related very well with the individuals on that part of the tour.Posted on Viatorpaolaleticia_b28 September 2026Verified
I would improve the guide The place is poorly maintained but it is worth knowing. The very tired guide did not explain anything to us... he gave us free time so that we could do the tour. They were late picking us up and we were the first onesPosted on Tripadvisor
Adam M26 September 2026Memorable day at Gallipoli We really enjoyed the day. All logistics went smoothly and we got to see and learn so much. Our Guide Burak (pictured below) taught us alot and was very entertaining and funny. This helped to balance the heavy history being discussed. Bonus - I got to watch the Lions beat Freo in the GF on my phone on the drive down. What a day!Posted on ViatorMichael_W26 September 2026Amazing day at Gallipoli Great day. Transport very efficient Our guide was amazing. Very passionate and knowledgeable. Very moving experience.Posted on Tripadvisor
Megan A24 September 2026Glad We Did It We really enjoyed our tour from Istanbul to Gelibolu with Crowded House tours. Our guide, Çağir (or Charlie) was excellent. A great source of information with strong knowledge of the terrain, the battles and all the stories. A stop in Eceabat for lunch was friendly. Visiting the site was moving, as it should be. It's hard to believe somewhere so peaceful and beautiful was once so terrible. The only troublesome part of the day was getting through Istanbul's infamous traffic on the way home - if the operators can work out a way to overcome this the tour would be perfect.Posted on Tripadvisor
Majdi O23 September 2026Great guided tour Pamukkali and Hierapolis were amazing. Our guide Mustafa was very knowledgeable and nice. The buffet lunch was good.Posted on Viator
Kathryn_W23 September 2026Awesome Experience Long day on a bus but the experience well worth it. Rubbing shoulders with fellow Aussies and Kiwis paying their respects to the ANZACs…. Amazing. Our guide Hasan was very passionate about his knowledge of GallipoliPosted on Google
Kerim Usta22 September 2026İşletmecileri iyi insanlar. Bu yörede bulunabilecek otel olarak düşünebilirsiniz. Daha iyisini bulamayabilirsiniz.Posted on Tripadvisor
Tesfaye W21 September 2026Mr. Mustopha, had given an excellent over view of Efeson histry and ranked him 5 out of 5 We had an amazing experience during the trip. Mustopha was so great in explaining the history of Turkey and was very patient with the group. We apprentice very much his love for hus work.Posted on Tripadvisor
TrevorJB6120 September 2026Gallipoli Tour with Crowded House Tours This Crowded House tour to Gallipoli is well worth the money. Whilst the return trip from Istanbul is a very long day, the transport is very comfortable with stops half way down and back for food and refreshments as well as a lovely lunch before the start of the tour. The tour of Gallipoli is amazing and vists all key locations with amazing commentary and insights at each location as well as ample time to look around and take photos. Our guide on the day, Hasan was amazing - he has been doing Gallipoli tours for 18 years and is extremely knowledgable and passionate in telling the stories from all perspectives - Australian, New Zealand and Turkish. I would highly recommend any Australians or New Zealanders visiting Istanbul to allocate a full day to doing this tour and take the opportunity to understand the ANZAC story and p[ay respects to those who made their sacrifice in this campaign.Posted on ViatorJanet_K20 September 2026Very interesting. The... Very interesting. The guide had a lot of information about the history and was very helpful and friendly.Posted on Tripadvisor
Richard D19 September 2026Fun Hussain(driver) Rafaello( guide) were professional and entertaining, guided with this company 6 times this trip , every time excellentPosted on Tripadvisor
Carrie90519 September 2026A long day but worth it! As a New Zealander, I felt we had a duty to visit Gallipoli as it is an integral part of our history. Crowded House tours made every part of the tour run smoothly and our guide Bariş was knowledge and engaging.Posted on Tripadvisor
Meera C19 September 2026Visit to pummakale and hierapolis Had a good trip. Loved the pools, the historyPosted on Viator
PHILIPPE_C19 September 2026Beautiful experience in an incredible location Beautiful experience at an extraordinary site. Too bad the first visit was done a bit at a run, but I was able to enjoy it all the samePosted on Google
Ellen Stockton13 September 2026We had a wonderful 2 days doing a Gallipoli and a Troy tour. Our guide Burak was outstandingly knowledgeable, we learnt so much in two days and he answered any questions we had. It is clear he is extremely passionate about the Gallipoli campaign and Australian culture and this is really felt in his tour. As we had family members who were present during Gallipoli, this meant a lot to us and we really appreciated his knowledge and passion. Our driver (B, sorry unsure of his full name), was also extremely friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend crowded house tours and Burak, exceptionally organised, informative and definitely memorable!Posted on Viator
Benjamin_C12 September 2026Amazing tour! The tour guide was knowledgeable and the customer service was spectacular! I definitely recommend this tour.Posted on ViatorKathryn_P9 September 2026You will not be disappointed. Book this tour!! Pilgrimage completed! This was truly an experience not to miss. Our tour was 15 people from all over the world, 4 Australians, 2 Irish included. We managed to fit every site of importance with plenty of time to explore and reflect. A truly emotional day for many of us, the nation of Turkiye have paid such respect to each and every nation involved. Our guide Birak (not Borat in a manikini) knew more about the Gallipoli campaign and Australian and New Zealand culture than anyone l have ever met. His humility, genuine respect and knowledge added to this wonderful experience. You will be very lucky to spend the day with such an intelligent man. Our drivers were always helpful and told us about interesting points along the way, especially our morning driver (l am sorry l forgot his name). A very comfortable and safe drive with good options for food etc both ways. It’s a long day but worth every moment!! I would 100% recommend this tour.Posted on Google
Shane8 September 2026What a fantastic tour of Gallipoli! We chose the one‑day trip from Istanbul, and although it was a long day—picked up from our hotel at 6 am and returning after 9 pm—it was absolutely worth it. If your time in Istanbul is limited and you can manage a full travel day, this tour is a must. Our guide did an excellent job of bringing the soldiers’ experiences to life while keeping the atmosphere engaging and light‑hearted. It’s remarkable to stand in such a peaceful place today and reflect on how different it once was.+1Posted on Google
Angela Lapham4 September 2026We had the good fortune of having Simge as our tour guide for both the Gallipoli tour and the Troy tour. She is extremely knowledgeable, personable and presents information in an engaging way and is answers any questions you might have. She is also highly qualified, holding masters in tourism studies and history and literature. The minibus is very comfortable and air-conditioned and the lunch on the Gallipoli tour is delicious. I'm vegan and they catered for me without me giving them advance notice - everyone had lentil soup and there were so many vegetable dishes I could eat.Posted on ViatorMargaret_B4 September 2026An excellent day for a solo Aussie lady An amazing experience. Comfy air con vehicle from Istanbul to Canakkale followed by a nice relaxed lunch before the tour. Our tour guide, Ibrahim, was incredibly knowledgeable with excellent English and a great sense of humour. We saw a lot of sites and the tour was just the right length of time to get to see important sites and have time for photos etc. My grandfather landed at Anzac Cove as an 18 year old and went on to survive the Western Front and came home at the age of 22. It was very moving for me to see the beach where he would have first put his boots on Turkish sand. I highly recommend this tour and Crowded House Tours for really looking after guests. Awesome day.Posted on Google
James & Kristy Liakatos2 September 2026Fantastic Gallipoli tour! Charlie was an incredible storyteller and knew the history well. The service was excellent, with an on-time pickup and friendly, caring staff who looked after everyone so well. Charlie’s knowledge of the ANZAC history was outstanding. Very clean and new buses. Highly recommend this tour!Posted on Google
Gerd2 September 2026We really enjoyed our tour of the Gallipoli battlefields. Hasan, our guide, had obviously done his research and shared many details and interesting background stories with us, keeping his delivery as light and entertaining as the subject matter would allow. If we had to make just one suggestion (with all due respect for the many visitors from from the formerly allied countries undertaking this tour), it would be to spend some more time on how the conflict was perceived on the Turkish side and by the many Turkish soldiers and their families (keeping in mind that the Ottoman Empire had been at war for most of the years preceding World War One already).Posted on Google
Amanda Satchwell28 August 2026Visiting Troy & the site of the Gallipoli landing for Australian & New Zealanders & further informed by our guide Baruk was a wonderful experience. Historical facts with his understanding of Australian psyche & relating stories of young men embarking on an adventure never to return to their families our guide related the gravity of the sacrifice shown at the Lone Pine Memorial & visiting the trenches so close together! All related with well researched facts .Thank you Baruk🇦🇺+0Posted on Google
Sharon Keld27 August 2026I was in Turkiye and did an amazing tour of Gallipoli with Crowded House Tours. The guide knew as much as the guests, most of whom were from Australia and New Zealand. He was able to bring home what was clearly a meaningful experience in their history. I am an interloper from elsewhere and it was just as interesting and meaningful to me. A very memorable day - I was just out and back from Istanbul and it was a long day but so full that it didn't seem so!Posted on ViatorRussell_N26 August 2026Travel experience to Gallipoli Great trip with a very knowledgeable tour guide. Would recommend that you advise travellers what footwear and clothes to wear.Posted on ViatorCarol_T17 August 2026An Unforgettable Once-in-a-lifetime Experience! We are so incredibly glad we chose to do this tour. Visiting Gallipoli is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience that we will never forget.Our guide, Cindy, was absolutely fantastic. She was deeply knowledgeable and shared rich historical context that brought the history of the site to life. Her insights made the entire day much more meaningful.We highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting the area. It is an absolute must-do!Posted on ViatorMeredith_T13 August 2026Bringing the Gallipoli campaign to life I had a wonderful day visiting Gallipoli with Charlie on this Viator tour. The itinerary was perfectly paced, with just the right amount of time at each stop to appreciate the history without ever feeling rushed. Charlie was an excellent guide—friendly, knowledgeable, and thoughtful in the way he answered questions. He explained the strategic importance of the Gallipoli Peninsula, the perspectives of the different nations involved, and how the campaign unfolded over the days and months with clarity, balance, and diplomacy. His storytelling brought the history to life and made the experience deeply meaningful. A truly special trip that I would highly recommend.Load more
