Gallipoli Pilgrimage

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Gallipoli Pilgrimage

2 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul, Turkey

Visiting: Gallipoli, Istanbul

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

ERAG

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 12

Physical rating:

Low

Age range:

5-99

Tour operated in:

English

From: $250 $238 (USD) Travel Club discount: -$12

NB: Prices correct on 18-Jan-2025 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Travel to Gallipoli – the site of one of the most significant military battles of modern times. Be guided through Anzac Cove to the battlefields, the Nek and Lone Pine and share the stories of heroism and camaraderie that unfolded among the tragedies of this defining moment in Australian and New Zealand history. The struggles of Gallipoli marked the birth of a national consciousness, and this journey provides a great opportunity to pay respect to those who lost their lives and to reflect on what they fought for.

Highlights

Embark on a moving and educational experience that sheds light on your nation’s history – regardless of your age or background, if you’re from Australia or New Zealand (or even the Republic of Turkey), this adventure has a deep connection to your country’s past.
Listen to stories of bravery and comradeship – with visits to multiple historical sites with local guides, you’ll learn about the history of those who fought for their country.
Go on a quintessential Antipodean pilgrimage to reflect and pay your respects to those in WW1.
Take a fully guided tour of the Battle Fields of the Gallipoli Peninsula. Visit ANZAC Cove with a local guide and see the ANZAC Commemorative Site.
Visit the Nek and the Lone Pine Australian Memorial and maybe visit the war graves to seek out those from your town.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Istanbul/Gallipoli

Location: Gallipoli

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel

Meals Included: Lunch

Hosgeldinz. Welcome to Turkey!

Your Gallipoli Pilgrimage starts this morning. You will be picked up from the Manesol Galata Hotel at 6AM - 6.30AM (Please call and reconfirm with the office at least 24 hours prior to pick up on +90 530 442 60 09). This tour in not accompanied by an Intrepid group leader.

You will then travel by minibus to Eceabat. Please note that the vehicle used for the transfer is on a share basis and you will share this bus with other travellers visiting Gallipoli. The journey will take approx 6 hours.

After a light lunch you will be met for a fully guided Gallipoli tour visiting the following sites on the Battle Fields of the Gallipoli Peninsula:
~ Brighton Beach
~ ANZAC Cove
~ ANZAC Commemorative Site
~ Ariburnu & Beach Cemetery
~ Respect to Mehmetcik Statue
~ Lone Pine Australian Memorial
~ Johnston's Jolly (Turkish and Allied trenches and tunnels)
~ Quinn's Post
~ The Nek and Walker's Ridge
~ Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial

For any Australian or New Zealander visiting the shores of Turkey, a visit to the battle fields of the Gallipoli Peninsula is a must. The battle at Gallipoli in WW1 is seen as the turning point in the history both of these nations (and also the Republic of Turkey). It was the moment when the nations' characters were defined and the core value of mateship was embedded in their psyche. The names of ANZAC Cove, the Nek and Lone Pine have a special place in the hearts of Antipodeans and are just some of the places you will visit first hand on this trip. You will be struck by the beauty and serenity of the place, in stark contrast to the stories your guide will tell you of the events that unfolded here. You will walk through the trenches and be transported to a place in history.

Pride will swell in the stories of heroism and camaraderie, not only amongst one's own troops but also with the enemy, making this a truly unique battlefield. There are opportunities to visit the war graves to seek out those from your town or area.

You will stay overnight in Canakkale. Our accommodation tonight is in a bed and breakfast.

Included Activities:
-Gallipoli - Fully guided Gallipoli tour & visit to the Commonwealth graveyards

Day 2: Gallipoli/Istanbul

Location: Istanbul

Meals Included: Breakfast

Today we will have a free morning in Canakkale. Why not consider taking an optional guided tour of the historical site of Troy. We will be learning a lot about the famous archaeological site of Troy and see a replica statue of the Trojan Horse. Then, delve into the interesting era’s of Troy and discover how this settlement transformed over time. The tour finishes around 5:30 pm, after which our transfer returns to Istanbul. This service will drop you door to door, at which point this trip finishes upon arrival. Arrival back into Istanbul is scheduled to be at around 11:30 pm, but may vary depending on traffic conditions.

We recommend you arrange an additional night's accommodation for the evening of day 2. Extra accommodation pre and post tour can be requested, please ask your agent at the time of booking. Accommodation can also be requested for Canakkale if planning to stay longer on the peninsula.
If you have an arranged transfer with Intrepid, pick up time for the airport will be 4 hours prior to your flight from Manesol Galata Hotel.

Optional Activities:
-Troy Guided Visit

What's Included

Accommodation
Hotel (1 night)
Meals
1 breakfasts, 1 lunches
Gallipoli - Fully guided Gallipoli tour & visit to the Commonwealth graveyards

A fully guided tour of Gallipoli including visits to the Commonwealth graveyards is included.
Transport

Transport by bus is included for the journey from Istanbul to Gallipoli and back.
Support for CYDD

By participating in this trip, you directly support the Intrepid Foundation partner, CYDD, which provides scholarships and educational programs for economically disadvantaged youth in Turkey.

What's Not Included

Intrepid Group Leader

This tour is not accompanied by an Intrepid group leader.
Optional Activities

Optional activities such as the guided visit to Troy are not included.
Additional Accommodation

Additional accommodation pre and post tour is not included but can be requested.

Included Activities

Gallipoli - Fully guided Gallipoli tour & visit to the Commonwealth graveyards

Transport

Bus

Accommodation

The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation.Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we're arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn't always possible which means we won't be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available.

Important Information

1. This Short Break Adventure is a ‘join in’ group departure, which means you are not accompanied by an Intrepid group leader – our local representative fills this role – and the configuration of any fellow travelers in the group might change during the trip.This trip is operated by one of our local partners in Turkey and therefore you may be joined by a mixture of Intrepid-booked passengers and other travelers during activities.2. Please refer to the joining instructions in our Essential Trip Information for the pick-up point for this tour. If you would like to be collected from an alternative hotel in the greater Istanbul area please advise your booking agent 15 days prior to departure.Please call and reconfirm with the office at least 24 hours prior to pick up on +90 530 442 60 09. Transport is on a shared basis with pick up and drop off to your nominated hotel.Whilst we endeavor to pick you up at the agreed meeting time of 06:00 - 06:30, depending on the location and the number of passengers on this departure pick up time may be from 06:30 to 07:15. We ask that you be ready at 06:00 and we apologize in advance if your pick up is delayed.3. Extra accommodation pre and post tour can be requested, please ask your agent at the time of booking. Accommodation can also be requested for Canakkale if planning to stay longer on the peninsula.

Mode of Transport

Transportation for the Gallipoli Pilgrimage is primarily by bus, with a shared minibus transfer from Istanbul to Eceabat. The journey takes approximately 6 hours, and the service includes door-to-door drop-off upon return to Istanbul.

Accommodation

Accommodation throughout the trip may vary, with a similar standard maintained if preferred options are unavailable. Early arrivals may not allow immediate check-in, but luggage storage and shared day rooms are available. Overnight stay in Canakkale includes a bed and breakfast.

Check out our Q&As

Is this trip right for you

On Short Breaks, you maintain a good level of independence and freedom, with the added bonus of having the details sorted out for you. You’ll have lots of free time and you won’t be accompanied by a Trip Leader. This means that all included activities and tours will be run by different local Intrepid partners, and these may operate independently from each other. The included activities and transfers will operate on a join-in basis, which means that you could have your Adventure all to yourself, or others may join you along the way. If you would prefer to travel in a group with a dedicated Trip Leader, just get in touch with your booking agent and they will take you through some alternatives.

Being an independent traveller, you will have to carry your own bag on and off the bus or ferry, and into the hotel.
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

Please contact us for latest COVID-19 policies
How long has the tour company been trading?

Intrepid Travel has been taking travellers around the world for over 30 years
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

Yes
What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

Since 2002, The Intrepid Foundation has supported over 130 organisations across the world. We’re creating positive impact through the joy of travel, community and connection.

Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

Over 50% of traveller travel solo with Intrepid. You can choose to share a room with another solo travelle of the same sex for no additional charge, or choose to pay a single supplement if you’d like your own room. Please request this when booking, and we will secure you a single supplement wherever possible. Please note, if you are booking a last-minute trip, it may be harder for us to secure a single room

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