Anzac Day Tour-11 Days
11 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul, Turkey
Visiting: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Pergamum, Troy, Gallipoli, Gallipoli Peninsula
Tour operator:
Tour code:
AN-11
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
25 - 30
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day Anzac Day Tour, exploring Turkey's rich history and breathtaking landscapes. Begin your journey in Istanbul, where you'll wander through the vibrant Old Town, shop at the Grand Bazaar, and cruise the Bosphorus River. Experience the magic of Cappadocia with a sunrise hot-air balloon ride and delve into the depths of the Derinkuyu Underground City. Discover the ancient wonders of Ephesus, Troy, and Pergamum, and relax in the natural hot springs of Pamukkale. Attend the poignant Dawn Service and national ceremonies at Gallipoli, honoring the Anzac spirit. With comfortable accommodations, guided tours, and a mix of included and optional activities, this cultural adventure promises to be both enlightening and inspiring.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1: Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Antik Hotel
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 6pm to 7pm (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.
AccommodationAntik Hotel – 4 Star Included ActivitiesWelcome Meeting Optional ActivitiesGroup Dinner
Day 2: Istanbul City Tour, Bosphorus Cruise
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Antik Hotel
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.
Accommodation Antik Hotel – 4 Star Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Sightseeing of Blue MosqueSightseeing of Hagia SophiaSightseeing of Topkapi Palace MuseumBosphorus Boat Trip Entrance Fees Blue Mosque - FreeHagia Sophia - 25 EURTopkapi Palace Museum - 1700 TL
Day 3: Istanbul, Cappadocia
Location: Cappadocia
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Avrasya Hotel
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 Hammam (Turkish bath).
We will sleep overnight in Cappadocia.
Accommodation Avrasya Hotel - 4 Star Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Sightseeing of Derinkuyu Underground City Optional Activities Turkish Bath Experience - 30 EUR Entrance Fees Derinkuyu Underground City - 13 EUR
Day 4: Cappadocia
Location: Cappadocia
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Avrasya Hotel
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.
Tonight, get your dancing shoes on for our optional Turkish Night.
Accommodation: Avrasya Hotel - 4 Star Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Goreme Open Air Museum VisitSightseeing of CavusinSightseeing of Pigeon ValleySightseeing of Uchisar Optional Activities Hot Air Balooning - 290 EURTurkish Night Show – 35 EUR Entrance Fees Goreme Open Air Museum - 20 EUR
Day 5: Cappadocia, Ihlara, Pamukkale
Location: Pamukkale
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Tripolis Hotel
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.
Accommodation Tripolis Hotel - 4 Star Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Photo Break over the Ihlara Valley
Day 6: Pamukkale, Ephesus, Selçuk
Location: Pamukkale
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Signature Blue Resort
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 Selçuk.
AccommodationSignature Blue Resort – 5 Star Meals Included Breakfast, Dinner Included Activities Sightseeing of Pamukkale White TerracesSightseeing of Ephesus Ancient City Entrance Fees Pamukkale White Terraces - 30 EUREphesus Ancient City - 40 EUR
Day 7: Selçuk, Pergamum, Ayvalık
Location: Pergamum
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Hotel Grand Temizel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
After breakfast we continue to Pergamum, and 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 City Entrance Fees Asklepion Ancient City - 13 EUR
Day 8: Ayvalik, Troy, Gallipoli (Overnight At Anzac Cove)
Location: Troy
Accommodation Name: camp
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.
Meals Included Breakfast Included Activities Sightseeing of the ancient city of Troy Entrance Fees Troy Ancient City - 27 EUR
Day 9: Dawn Service, Gallipoli, National Ceremonies, Canakkale
Location: Gallipoli
Accommodation: Hotel
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.
Accommodation TBC Meals Included Dinner Included Activities Dawn CeremonyNational Ceremonies
Day 10: Canakkale, Gallipoli, Istanbul
Location: Gallipoli Peninsula
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Antik Hotel
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.
AccommodationAntik Hotel – 4 Star Meals IncludedBreakfast Included ActivitiesSightseeing of Anzac CoveSightseeing of Beach CemeterySightseeing of Lone PineSightseeing of Chunuk BairSightseeing of War Trenches
Day 11: Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
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.
Meals IncludedBreakfast
What's Included
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Accommodation
Accommodation is provided in 5, 4, and 3 star hotels.
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Meals
The tour includes 9 breakfasts and 6 dinners.
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Transportation
Transportation is provided by an A/C coach and includes a Bosphorus boat trip.
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Airport Transfer(s)
An arrival airport transfer is included on the first day of the trip.
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Tour Guiding
The services of an experienced guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism are included.
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Anzac Hoodie
A Travel Talk ANZAC Hoodie is included.
What's Not Included
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Entrance Fees
Entrance fees to the sights and museums are not included.
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tips and gestures are not included.
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included.
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Items of a Personal Nature
Personal expenses are not included.
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Optional Activities
Optional activities are not included.
Add Ons
Local Payment: £0
Mode of Transport
Travel in comfort with an air-conditioned coach and enjoy a scenic Bosphorus boat trip. Arrival airport transfer is included on the first day of the trip, ensuring a smooth start to your adventure.
Accommodation
Stay in a mix of 5, 4, and 3-star hotels, including Antik Hotel in Istanbul, Avrasya Hotel in Cappadocia, Tripolis Hotel in Pamukkale, Signature Blue Resort in Selcuk, and Hotel Grand Temizel in Ayvalik, ensuring comfort and quality throughout your journey.
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides accommodation in 5, 4, and 3-star hotels throughout the trip.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour includes 9 breakfasts and 6 dinners.
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Is transportation provided during the tour?
Yes, transportation is provided by an air-conditioned coach, and there is also a Bosphorus boat trip included.
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Will there be a guide during the tour?
Yes, the tour includes the services of an experienced guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour price?
No, entrance fees to the sights and museums are not included in the tour price.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included in the tour package.
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What optional activities are available during the tour?
Optional activities include a group dinner in Istanbul, a Turkish bath experience in Cappadocia, a hot air balloon ride over Cappadocia, and a Turkish night show.
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What special event is included in the tour at Gallipoli?
The tour includes attending the Dawn Service and national ceremonies at Gallipoli.
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Is there an airport transfer included in the tour?
Yes, an arrival airport transfer is included on the first day of the trip.
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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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