Anzac Day Tour-9 Days
from $1079/per person
Before visiting the shores of Gallipoli, discover some of the most epic sights of Turkey in our 9 Day ANZAC Day tour. Soak in the famous natural spa pools of Pamukkale and experience best preserved ruins and ancient wonders of Ephesus. Visit the ever popular Trojan horse in Troy, before embarking on the emotional and unforgettable experience at Gallipoli.
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Starts in / Ends in
Istanbul / Istanbul
Average Tour Group Size
Avr. Group Size
35-40 Pax
Why You’ll Love This Tour
- Visit Turkey’s unmissable destinations on this 9-day adventure, with an extended 3-night stay in Istanbul.
- Join your local guide in Istanbul’s Old Town as you visit the iconic Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia. Plus, enjoy an extra full day here to explore the Grand Bazaar for antiques and be tempted by local cuisine.
- Get your camera ready for the Cotton Castle pools of Pamukkale – One of the world’s most magical natural hot springs. This place is filled with insta-worthy scenes!
- After a few jam-packed days learning about the myths and legends of ancient Ephesus, Troy and Pergamum – spend a night relaxing by the seaside of Ayvalik with your feet up!
- Spend one night camping out under the stars at ANZAC Cove and witness the sun rise over the battlefield ahead of an unforgettable ANZAC Day Dawn Service.
- Attend the national ceremonies at Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials on ANZAC Day. Then, make the most of an extra day in Gallipoli to explore the peninsula, Kabatepe War Museum and surrounding memorials without the crowds.
- Enjoy an included River Cruise down the famous Bosphorus River, watching the continent of Asia pass on one side and Europe pass on the other.
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The Asklepion is a famed ancient medical center built in honor of Asclepius, the god of healing. It was also the world's first psychiatric hospital.
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The exterior features a beautiful cascade of domes and six minarets and blue Iznik tiles adorn the interior giving the building its unofficial but commonly used name.
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The best preserved ancient town in Turkey, Ephesus embarks you on a journey to ancient times while roaming the streets.
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Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, Anzac Cove, Johnston's Jolly, North Beach, Ari Burnu, Hell Spit, Brighton Beach, Shrapnel Valley, Artillery Raod, Quinn's Road and more…
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The Hagia Sophia, among the Seven Wonders of the World, awaits you with all its magnificence. The hundreds of years old structure will fascinate you on sight.
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Home of the world-famous travertines, the cotton castle. You will witness the unusual and beautiful scenery just near the ancient city of Hierapolis, the ancient cure center.
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Home of the Sultans, heart of the Ottoman Empire… Roam through the royal palace of the Ottomans and follow their footsteps to see their most valued treasures.
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The legendary city where you can outline layers of ruins of cities built on top of each other and visit the famous Trojan horse, awaits you.
ITINERARY
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Day 1: Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey! At the Istanbul airport terminal keep your eyes peeled for the Travel Talk sign for your transfer to the hotel. Meet in the hotel reception in the evening (please check the board in reception) for an informal meeting with your group and guide. After the meeting, join in an optional group dinner at a local restaurant to get to know your new travel mates.
- Accommodation
Ottoman Legacy Hotel – 5 Star
- Included Activities
Welcome Meeting
- Optional Activities
Group Dinner
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Day 2: Istanbul, Pamukkale
Today we sit back and relax in the coach. Watch the amazing Turkish scenery unfold before us and see small towns and villages as we pass on by. We will stay overnight in Pamukkale.
- Accommodation
Tripolis Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
3
Day 3: Pamukkale, Kusadasi
Get your cameras ready, as it is time to visit Pamukkale, or ‘cotton castle’ in Turkish. Pamukkale is a natural site that contains hot springs and travertine, giving the appearance of terraces made by carbonate minerals left by the flowing water. The ancient city of Hierapolis was built on top of the white castle and people have bathed in its pools for thousands of years. We will sleep overnight in the seaside town of Kusadasi.
- Accommodation
Marina Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Pamukkale
- Entrance Fees
Pamukkale White Terraces - 80 TL
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Day 4: Kusadasi, Ephesus, Pergamum, Ayvalık
Our first stop today is Ephesus which is a spectacular, well preserved ancient city. Ephesus was cited in the book of Revelations, and historians believe the Gospel of John was written here. Famed for the Temple of Artemis which was completed around 550 BC and is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Our next stop for the day is Pergamum, where we will visit the ruins of the Asklepion, an ancient healing centre. We will then drive to Ayvalik where you will have the afternoon to relax and discover the seaside town.
- Accommodation
Hotel Grand Temizel - 5 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast, Dinner
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Asklepion Ancient Citys
Sightseeing of Ephesus Ancient City
- Entrance Fees
Asklepion Ancient City - 45 TL
Ephesus Ancient City - 100 TL
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Day 5: Ayvalik, Troy, Gallipoli, Dawn Service
Today we will depart for ancient city of Troy. You may of heard of Troy from Greek mythology or maybe just watched the Brad Pitt movie, but now you will visit the ruins and archaeological site of the city of Troy, and of course the famous wooden horse. In the evening we head to the shores of Gallipoli. Tonight, we will sleep under the stars at the ceremony space to ensure we have the best position for the Dawn Service.
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of the ancient city of Troy
- Entrance Fees
Troy Ancient City - 50 TL
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Day 6: Gallipoli, National Ceremonies, Canakkale
We wake before the break of dawn and watch as the sun rise over the battlefield, as we remember the soldiers who lost their lives on this exact day all those years ago. We will also attend the national ceremonies and services at Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair later in the day. This afternoon we will depart for Canakkale.
- Accommodation
Troia Tusan Hotel - 4 Star
- Meals Included
Dinner
- Included Activities
Dawn Ceremony
National Ceremonies
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Day 7: Canakkale, Gallipoli, Istanbul
Today we will explore the Gallipoli peninsula without the crowds. It is in silence and quiet contemplation we can truly capture the ANZAC spirit. Today provides a more in-depth and emotional experience to reflect and explore the history and heartbeat of this region. We will visit Kabatepe War Museum, Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, Jonston’s Jolly, North Beach, Ari Burnu, Hell Spit, Brighton Beach, Shrapnel Valley, Artillery Road, and the Turkish Memorial. In the afternoon, we will drive back to where our adventure began, Istanbul.
- Accommodation
Legacy Ottoman Hotel - 5 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Anzac Cove
Sightseeing of Beach Cemetery
Sightseeing of Lone Pine
Sightseeing of Chunuk Bair
Sightseeing of War Trenches
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Day 8: Istanbul City Tour, Bosphorus Cruise
After breakfast, we begin to experience the magnificence of Istanbul. We will stroll through the historical heart of the old city, making stops along the way to the Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, majestic Topkapi Palace and the Hagia Sophia. We will then take a relaxing cruise along the Bosphorus capturing the delights of Istanbul.
- Accommodation
Ottoman Legacy Hotel – 5 Star
- Meals Included
Breakfast
- Included Activities
Sightseeing of Blue Mosque
Sightseeing of Hagia Sophia
Sightseeing of Topkapi Palace Museum
Bosphorus Boat Trip
- Entrance Fees
Blue Mosque - Free
Hagia Sophia - Free
Topkapi Palace Museum 100 TL
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Day 9: Istanbul
Our trip will end in Istanbul after we say goodbye to our new friends over breakfast and check-out of the hotel by 11:00am.
All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing to
pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with
a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement needs only be paid if the passenger does not want to
share and requests their own room. The supplement must be paid in addition to the tour fee. Discounts can
only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made
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The tour price and the local payment cover the following services:
Accommodation
5, 4 and 3 star hotels
Airport Transfer
From Istanbul Ataturk and Sabiha Gokcen Airports (on day 1)
Meals
7 breakfasts | 4 dinners
Transportation
Air-conditioned non-smoking coach or mini-bus
Guide
Services of experienced guide licenced by the Ministry of Tourism
What is not included in the tour price and local payment?
- Any flights
- Travel insurance
- Meals not stated in the itinerary
- Items of a personal nature
- Tips & gestures
- Visa fees
- Entrance fees to the sights and museums
- Optional activities
- Other services not stated in the itinerary
Hotels are subject to change depending on the group size.
LEGACY OTTOMAN HOTEL - ISTANBUL
PRINCESS OLD CITY HOTEL - ISTANBUL
TRIPOLIS HOTEL - PAMUKKALE
MARINA HOTEL - KUSADASI
This hotel has a seafront location in the Aegean coast, only 250 metres from the beach. The hotel offers an outdoor pool and a terrace with panoramic views of the sea and Kusadasi Marina. The air-conditioned rooms of Marina Hotel Kusadasi include a minibar and an LCD TV with satellite channels.
GRAND SAHINS HOTEL - KUSADASI
GRAND TEMIZEL HOTEL - AYVALIK
TROIA TUSAN HOTEL - CANAKKALE
GRAND ANZAC HOTEL - CANAKKALE
IDA KALE HOTEL - CANAKKALE
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