Anzac Day Tour-9 Days

Anzac Day Tour-9 Days

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Anzac Day Tour-9 Days

9 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul, Türkiye

Visiting: İstanbul, Pamukkale, Selçuk, Ephesus Ancient Greek Theatre, Ayvalık, Pergamon Ancient City, Troy, Gelibolu, Çanakkale

Tour operator:

Travel Talk Tours

Tour code:

ANG-9

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

12 - 42

Physical rating:

Low, Easy

Age range:

18-59

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Special Events

From: $2077 $1187 Operator discount: -$831 Travel Club discount: -$59 -43%

NB: Prices correct on 19-Sep-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

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.



Highlights

  • 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.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Istanbul

Location: İstanbul

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Antik Hotel – 4 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 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.







Included Activities

Welcome Meeting

Optional Activities

Group Dinner

Day 2 : Istanbul, Pamukkale

Location: Pamukkale, İstanbul

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Tripolis 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 stay overnight in Pamukkale.







Day 3 : Pamukkale, Selçuk

Location: Pamukkale, Selçuk

Accommodation: Resort

Accommodation Name: Richmond Ephesus Resort – 5 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. We will sleep overnight in the seaside town of Selçuk.





Included Activities

Sightseeing of Pamukkale

Entrance Fees

Pamukkale White Terraces - 400 TL

Day 4 : Selçuk, Ephesus, Pergamum, Ayvalık

Location: Ephesus Ancient Greek Theatre, Selçuk, Ayvalık, Pergamon Ancient City

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Hotel Grand Temizel – 5 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

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.





Included Activities

Sightseeing of Asklepion Ancient Citys

Sightseeing of Ephesus Ancient City

Entrance Fees

Asklepion Ancient City - 180 TL

Ephesus Ancient City - 400 TL

Day 5 : Ayvalik, Troy, Gallipoli

Location: Troy, Gelibolu, Ayvalık

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.





Included Activities

Sightseeing of the ancient city of Troy

Entrance Fees

Troy Ancient City - 200 TL

Day 6 : Dawn Service, Gallipoli, National Ceremonies, Canakkale

Location: Gelibolu, Çanakkale

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Zileli Hotel – 3 Star

Meals Included: Dinner

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.





Included Activities

Dawn Ceremony

National Ceremonies

Day 7 : Canakkale, Gallipoli, Istanbul

Location: Çanakkale, İstanbul, Çanakkale

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Antik Hotel – 4 Star

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.





Included Activities

Sightseeing of Anzac Cove

Sightseeing of Beach Cemetery

Sightseeing of Lone Pine

Sightseeing of Chunuk Bair

Sightseeing of War Trenches

Day 8 : Istanbul City Tour, Bosphorus Cruise

Location: İstanbul

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Antik Hotel – 4 Star

Meals Included: Breakfast

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.





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 - 1500 TL

Day 9 : 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

  • Accommodation

    5, 4 and 3 star hotels

  • Meals

    7 breakfasts, 4 dinners

  • Transportation

    A/C coach, Bosphorus boat trip

  • Tour Guiding

    Services of experienced guide licenced by the Ministry of Tourism

  • Bosphorus Cruise

  • Anzac Hoodie

    Special edition 106th anniversary souvenir Travel Talk ANZAC hoodie

  • Airport Transfer(s)

    Arrival airport transfer on first day of the trip.

What's Not Included

  • Insurance

  • Tips and gestures

  • Entrance fees to the sights and museums

  • Optional activities

  • Other services not stated in the itinerary

Add Ons

Local Payment: £0

Check out our Q&As

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Arrival airport transfer on first day of the trip.



  • Are flights included in this tour?

    No

  • What is the maximum group size?

    Average group size is around 12-42 people

  • Are all entrance fees included in the price?

    No

  • Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?

    Yes

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

    No passenger under the age of 18

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Over 20 years

Reviews of this operator

Jessie Mae Sia  

My travel talk experience was great and memorable

24-Feb-2021

My travel talk experience was awesome and fantastic. Me and my husband was on their Morocco and Turkey tours in 2019, they operated their tours in a culturally fun manner and the tour guides were very nice and very approachable. It exceeded our expection, we love to come back with them in our future travel. Thank you travel talk you made our 2019 as one of our memorable year!

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Jes Snowden (Google Reviewer)  

The Best of Turkey by...

10-Sep-2024

The Best of Turkey by Land was fantastic! If it’s a “tour” of Turkey you’re seeking, this one is the pick of them all. We travelled to the most spectacular locations, and experienced breathtaking moments and views, in every stop! Our tour guide Mustafa was very knowledgeable and talked us through the history of the land. He was friendly and very patient, considering the hours he puts into his tours. Mus was able to swap the days activities for some days to ensure we were given the best opportunity for photo’s and leas tourists in other locations. Our bus drivers did an amazing job getting us to all locations safely! Thank you Ahmet & Ali, you are superstars… Highlights for us were Gallipoli, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Fethyie and hot air ballooning in Cappadocia. The group consisted of all ages, which worked out to be a good mix. The weather varied between 25 - 36 degrees throughout the trip, so be sure to pack the sunscreen and portable fan. Hotels varied, each one having it’s own idiosyncrasies, but overall very good. Some of the days were extremely long but we got through them.. I’d recommend this tour to anyone that wants a taste of the beautiful land that Turkey is ☺️

Courtney Godden (Google Reviewer)  

First time doing a tour...

28-Jul-2024

First time doing a tour overseas, wow what an amazing experience. Smaller tour group which was awesome, great hotel choices, professional transportation services and saw the best of Turkey in 12 days. Our tour guide Aykut's hospitality was second to none, he went above and beyond for every member of the group. His knowledge of his country's history and culture was outstanding and explained in a memorable way for a lasting memory. Aykut's has extensive experience as a tour guide and it shows in every way, many special tips from living/growing up in Turkey. Aykut's planning meant everything ran smoothly making our only job to turn up with your belongings and enjoy your experience. Thank you again Aykut for going the extra mile, making sure places had gluten free options for me and for all the funny jokes ☺️

elle mcdowell (Google Reviewer)  

We had an amazing time...

10-Jul-2024

We had an amazing time on our 12 day tour of Turkey! Our guide Yild was attentive, always was there to help us make the most of our trip and great fun! Would definitely recommend this tour to others!!

Samantha Treadwell (Google Reviewer)  

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I...

13-Aug-2024

Such an UNREAL EXPERIENCE! I cannot recommend the best of Turkey by Gulet for 12 day tour enough. On this tour we were able to see all parts of turkey from the coast line to the major cities and immerse ourselves in the culture and history! Mustafa is the best tour guide who priorities experiences, learning and safety of all tour participants (he also doubles as a comedian so ensures many laughs are had). From sailing on the Mediterranean Sea, experiencing the best food and culture in Istanbul, to paragliding over Pamukkale springs, and finally ticking off the bucket list moment of hot air ballooning over Cappadocia, this has been a trip not to forget. I cannot recommend this tour enough and would encourage anyone going to turkey to book this trip with Travel Talk!

Victoria McCullough (Google Reviewer)  

I did the travel talk...

26-Aug-2024

I did the travel talk turkey tour with mus. He's an awesome guide full of local knowledge. There had been wild fires at Gallipoli so rearranged our itinerary to allow us a chance to visit which we did! I spent 3 days on the gulet and was a great way to relax. Would highly recommend the tour as a way to visit turkey and would do it again.

Leigh Anaru (Google Reviewer)  

Just finished the 10 day...

30-Apr-2024

Just finished the 10 day ANZAC tour in Türkiye. Wow what an experience! The tour although busy was jam packed with amazing experiences made all the more richer by our highly knowledgable and very funny guide Aykut. The bus was full of 44 Aussies and Kiwis which would've been no easy feat to control. Aykut and our drivers Naci and Sevki were kind and patient making our long drives enjoyable. Gallipoli was a bucket list of mine, and what a beautiful humbling experience it was, especially the following day tour of the cemeteries. Other than that highlight, the early morning hot air balloon and all the other sites the Kapadokya offers was pretty special too. I will be using Travel Talk again. 5 stars!

Bec Wood (Google Reviewer)  

We did the 11 Day...

26-Apr-2024

We did the 11 Day Anzac Tour of Turkey. It. Was. Phenomenal. My husband and I absolutely love Turkey and were excited to explore the country. Highlights were definitely the Hot Air Balloons in Cappadocia and the privilege of attending the Dawn Service at Anzac Cove. A bucket list item ticked off. This was my second Travel Talk in 2024 and I would absolutely do another one in the future. The tour was organised and our guide, Mustafa, was fantastic.

Scarlett Lily  

One of the best holidays I’ve had

25-Feb-2021

We went on a tour of the Balkans and it was above our expectations. Bojan was the best tour leader gave us so much information about the places we were visiting but also a great laugh! The tour ran so smoothly and was the perfect way to see the area in a little amount of time. It was one of the best holidays I have been on, I loved every minute of it and I can’t wait to book another tour with travel talk. They are great value for money!

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James Wilkins (Google Reviewer)  

Just completed the exotic Morocco...

29-Oct-2023

Just completed the exotic Morocco tour with our excellent guide Abdul! He was one of the best tour guides I have met, he brought so much energy and knowledge on the tour and could not imagine doing the tour without him. The tour itself was so diverse, seeing so many different landscapes. It has been one of the best trips I have done. Would highly recommend!

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