21st April: Arrival
Welcome to Turkey. Arrive in Istanbul Airport ( IST ) or to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport ( SAW ) , Our representative will meet you at the airport with your name sign and private transfer to the hotel for overnight stay in Istanbul.
22nd April: Istanbul full day tour (Breakfast)
Full day tour of Istanbul. Visit St. Sophia Church, one of the greatest marvels of architecture constructed as a basilica in 536 by Emperor Justinian; Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its more than 20.000 blue Iznik tiles and unique with its 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet in the 17th century, one of the best examples of classical Turkish art; Hippodrome, the scene of Byzantine chariot races, athletic events, victory celebrations, and political activities of the old city where one can also see today the “Obelisk of Theodosius” from Egypt, “Serpentine Column” from Delphi, the “German Fountain of Wilhelm II” and the “Colossus”. Topkapi Palace – Harem section is excluded; built in 1468 by Mehmet the Conqueror, the imperial residence of Ottoman sultans housing the souvenirs of 600 years and exhibiting imperial treasury, Chinese porcelains, weapons, calligraphy section, etc. Overnight in Istanbul
23rd April: Istanbul (Breakfast)
Transfer to our private Boat for BOSPHORUS CRUISE for a traditional excursion by boat along the waterway separating Europe and Asia. The shore is lined with old wooden villas, palaces of marble, fortresses, and small fishing villages. During the excursion you will pass the magnificent Dolmabahce Palace, and further along the parks and imperial pavilions of Yildiz Palace. Afternoon free time in Grand Bazaar, which is one of the most attractive shopping centers in the world with nearly 4000 shops built in 16th century
24th April: Istanbul – Gallipoli- Anzac Cove (Breakfast)
After an early breakfast we drive to the World War I Battlefield of Gallipoli stopping along the way to pick up refreshments for lunch. In the afternoon, we will visit the Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Hell Spit Cemetery, Lone Pine, The Nek, and Chunuk Bair War memorial. Straight after the tour, we’ll head to the site of the dawn service to get a good spot. Tonight, soak up the vibrant atmosphere under the stars waiting for the break of dawn. Overnight at Dawn Service. Do not forget to get your breakfast box and your free-sleeping bags from your guide
25th April ANZAC Day- Istanbul (Breakfast box)
Getting ready before sunrise for the ANZAC Dawn Service. We become aware of the almost deafening silence as we commemorate our fallen fore fathers on this special day.
Dawn Service
10:30 Australian National service
13:00 New Zealand National service
Following the New Zealand service you will be picked up from either Lone Pine or Chunuk Bair and depart for Eceabat (short break here). Then continue to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul
26th April: End of the tour (Breakfast)
After breakfast check out from the hotel and private transfer to Istanbul Airport or to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen airport for your flight back home.
The end of our services.
Tour Includes
✅ Entrance fees to the sites
✅ Free Sleeping Bag
✅ 4 star accommodation for 4 nights in Istanbul
✅ 1 night at Anzac Cove
✅ Free Airport- Hotel return transfers
✅ Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking Mercedes Van
✅ Professional English-speaking tour guide
✅ 4 Breakfasts & 1 breakfast box
✅ Bosphorus cruise
Tour Excludes
Tour Type |
Group Tour - In 4 Star Hotels |
Room Type |
Double/Twin Share Room |
Single Room |
Triple Share Room |
Price |
899-US$ per person |
1.219-US$ |
1.019-US$ per person |
Departure |
Guaranteed Departures on 21st April |