Anzac Day Tour-12 Days
Anzac Day Tour-12 Days
Anzac Day Tour-12 Days
12 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul
Visiting: İstanbul, Kizil Adalar Island, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Kuşadası, Ayvalık, Pergamon Ancient City, Ancient City of Troy, Gallipoli Peninsula, Çanakkale
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AN-12
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
13 - 35
Age range:
18-59
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
Battlefield Tours, Cultural, Festival & Special Events, History
Activities:
Tour Overview
Encounter the history, natural formations and magnificent scenery that Turkey has to offer in this 12 Day ANAZAC Day Tour. Begin your trip roaming the palaces and mosques of Istanbul, and explore the breathtaking sites of Cappadocia. Visit the calcium laden waters of Pamukkale, the Roman architectural theatres of Ephesus and the incredible ancient wonders of Troy and Pergamum. Sleep overnight in Gallipoli and pay homage to those have fallen at the Dawn Service and National Ceremonies.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Istanbul
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ottoman Legacy Hotel – 5 Star
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 between 7pm to 8pm (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.
Day 2 : Istanbul, Princess Islands
Location: İstanbul, Kizil Adalar Island
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ottoman Legacy Hotel – 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, we will take a ferry from Istanbul to Büyükada and explore the largest of the Princes Islands. See lavish mansions and summer villas, and beautiful natural scenery, as you sit back and relax and escape the hustle and bustle of the city.
Day 3 : Istanbul City Tour, Bosphorus Cruise
Location: İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Ottoman Legacy Hotel – 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast
It’s time 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. In the afternoon take an optional cruise down the Bosphorus river and see the epic skyline.
Day 4 : Istanbul, Cappadocia
Location: Cappadocia, İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Avrasya Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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 drive through the capital city of Ankara before we reach Cappadocia. In the afternoon, we will visit Derinkuyu Underground City, a city complete with a church, wells, food stores, and even stables which is all located 60m under the ground. End the day with an optional traditional Hamman (Turkish bath). We will sleep overnight in Cappadocia.
Day 5 : Cappadocia
Location: Cappadocia
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Avrasya Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Rise and shine, it will be an early start for our optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over the stunning landscapes and fairy chimneys of Cappadocia. Or if preferred enjoy a leisurely start to the morning before we all fill up on breakfast. We will explore the UNESCO World Heritage listed Göreme, and tick off bucket list sights along the way including Göreme Musuem, Pigeon Valley, Uchisar and Cavusin.
Day 6 : Pamukkale
Location: Pamukkale
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tripolis Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
It’s time to hit the road to Pamukkale. Along the way we will stop at Ihlara Valley, a unique honeycombed canyon with rock-cut underground dwellings and churches from the Byzantine period. Time to rest up at our overnight stay in Pamukkale.
Day 7 : Pamukkale, Ephesus, Kusadasi
Location: Ephesus, Kuşadası, Pamukkale
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Marina Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
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. Our next stop 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. We will sleep overnight in the seaside town of Kusadasi.
Day 8 : Pergamum, Ayvalık
Location: Ayvalık, Pergamon Ancient City
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Grand Temizel - 5 Star
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast, we continue to Pergamum, and 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.
Day 9 : Troy, Gallipoli, Dawn Service (Overnight At Anzac Cove)
Location: Ancient City of Troy, Gallipoli Peninsula
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will depart for the ancient city of Troy. You may have heard of Troy from Greek mythology or maybe just watched the Brad Pitt film, 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.
Day 10 : Gallipoli, National Ceremonies, Canakkale
Location: Çanakkale, Gallipoli Peninsula
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Troia Tusan Hotel - 4 Star
Meals Included: Dinner
We will wake before the break of dawn and watch as the sun rise over the battlefield, we will 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.
Day 11 : Gallipoli, Istanbul
Location: Gallipoli Peninsula, İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Legacy Ottoman Hotel - 5 Sta
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
Day 12 : Istanbul
Location: İstanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast
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.
What's Included
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Accommodation
5, 4 and 3 star hotels
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Airport Transfer
From Istanbul Ataturk and Sabiha Gokcen Airports (on day 1)
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Meals
10 breakfasts, 6 dinners
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Transportation
A/C coach, Bosphorus boat trip
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Tour Guiding
Services of experienced guide licenced by the Ministry of Tourism
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Bosphorus Cruise
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Airport Transfer(s)
Arrival airport transfer on first day of the trip.
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Anzac Hoodie
Special edition 106th anniversary souvenir Travel Talk ANZAC hoodie
What's Not Included
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Entrance Fees
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Tipping and Gratuities
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Optional activities
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Items of a personnel nature
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Travel Insurance
Add Ons
Local Payment: £0
Check out our Q&As
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Company Instant Book
No
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes , where available
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
yes
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
yes
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes
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Are flights included in this tour?
No
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
Yes
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
There are always single travellers on our tours. If you don't mind being roomed with another single traveller of the same gender, then you do not need to pay a single supplement, however, this excludes all of our North American tours where the sharing option for a solo traveller is not available, and the single supplement must be applied if you are travelling alone. The single supplement is for travellers who would like to stay in a private room for the duration of the tour. PLEASE NOTE: The single private option is not always available, especially for sailing tours and camping.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Our tours are suitable for any traveller above 18 years old. The majority of Travel Talkers are from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Canada or Europe, however we always have travellers from all over the world. What brings them together is a passion for travel, discovering authentic cultures and experiencing unique adventures with like-minded travellers.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
At Travel Talk, we believe that travel is a force for good and show our support through various initiatives and charity organizations, as well as keeping the principals of responsible and sustainable travel at the core of our ethos. These values are engrained in our business culture and the design of our trips just the same. Together with our guests, we strive to make a positive impact on local p
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Over 20 years
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