Visit Troy, the city famed for its role in the abduction of Helen and the ruse of the Wooden Horse. Drive to Troy early in the morning to visit the legendary town of Homer's epic Iliad, a story of war and heroes: see the ruins of Troy with its seven layers of settlements and civilizations. See the Temple dedicated to Athena, said by Homer to have been destroyed during the first deadly night of battle between Greeks and Trojans.

Lunch in the area before the return to Izmir. (L)