3 Day ANZAC Day Tour from Istanbul to Gallipoli + Istanbul City Tour
Highlights
- Attend the ANZAC Day Dawn Service at Gallipoli’s Commemorative Site
- Visit national memorials at Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair
- Explore Istanbul’s historic treasures: Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, and Spice Bazaar
- Guided tour of Gallipoli’s key battlefields and historical sites
- Enjoy traditional Turkish meals and comfortable 4-star accommodation
- Learn from expert local guides with in-depth knowledge of ANZAC history
Overview
Experience a powerful blend of remembrance, history, and cultural discovery on this 3-day ANZAC Day tour from Istanbul. Walk in the footsteps of heroes on the Gallipoli Peninsula, attending the moving ANZAC Day Dawn Service and visiting key battle sites such as Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair. After honoring the fallen, return to Istanbul and explore its majestic landmarks including the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, and the Spice Bazaar on a guided city tour. This immersive journey is perfect for Australian and New Zealand travelers and history lovers seeking meaning, reflection, and unforgettable moments.
Route
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(Lunch & Dinner Included)
06:00 AM – Pick-up from Taksim area .
06:30–07:00 AM – Hotel pick-ups from Sultanahmet area
12:00 PM – Arrive in Eceabat, enjoy lunch by the coast
Afternoon: Gallipoli Guided Tour
Kabatepe War Museum
ANZAC Cove
Lone Pine (Australian Memorial)
Quinn’s Post
57th Regiment Turkish Memorial
The Nek
Chunuk Bair (New Zealand Memorial)
Dinner & Overnight at Troia Tusan Hotel or similar in Çanakkale
(Dinner Included)
05:30–06:15 AM – Dawn Service at ANZAC Commemorative Site (North Beach)
09:30–10:15 AM – Australian Memorial Service at Lone Pine
11:30–12:15 PM – New Zealand Memorial Service at Chunuk Bair
03:00 PM – Depart for Istanbul (approx. 5–6 hour drive)
09:00 PM – Arrive and check-in at Pullman Convention Center Hotel or similar
Dinner & Overnight in Istanbul.
(Breakfast Included)
08:30 AM – Depart for guided Istanbul city tour
Topkapi Palace – Ottoman history and royal treasures
Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet Mosque) – Iconic 17th-century masterpiece
Hippodrome – Ancient Roman arena with surviving monuments
Spice Bazaar – Vibrant scents and colorful stalls in Istanbul’s historic market
Tour Ends: Ask our team for transfer options or onward travel tips
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Trip includes
Included
1 night in Canakkale at Troia Tusan Hotel (or similar)
1 night in Istanbul at Pullman Convention Center Hotel (or similar)
Professional English-speaking tour guides
Guiding Method Fully guided
English
2 dinners, 1 lunch, 1 breakfast
All transport in a modern, air-conditioned coach
Entry to all memorial services and Gallipoli tour sites
Full-day Istanbul city tour with expert guide
Entrance fees for all included activities
City tax
Pick-up Locations: Taksim (The Marmara Hotel) or your hotel in Sultanahmet
What to Bring for Gallipoli: Sleeping bag, warm clothes, rain gear, snacks, water, torch, sunscreen, walking shoes
ANZAC Ceremony Night: Open-air experience at the Commemorative Site – no hotel accommodation
Activity Level: Moderate walking, exposure to outdoor elements
Tour Ends: Afternoon of April 25 in Istanbul – luggage storage available before city tour
Recommended For: History lovers, ANZAC descendants, cultural travelers
Excluded
International flights
Insurance: All types
Personal travel insurance (additional coverage recommended)
Tips and gratuities
Turkey entry visa
Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, souvenirs, etc.)
Anything not specifically mentioned in the "Included Services"
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