ANZAC Day Dawn Service

ANZAC Day Dawn Service

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ANZAC Day Dawn Service

2 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul

Visiting: Istanbul to Gallipoli, Gallipoli to Istanbul

Tour operator:

Intrepid Travel

Tour code:

ERAA

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 99

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

18-99

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Adventure Tours

From: $350 (USD)

NB: Prices correct on 22-Feb-2025 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

On April 25th, 1915, Allied troops landed on the Gallipoli Peninsula. The military campaign that followed was disastrous for the Allies yet came to define the national psyches of Australia and New Zealand. Travel to these solemn battlefields on the anniversary of the landing and wander through Anzac Cove to the Nek and Lone Pine. Walk through the trenches, attend a moving dawn service and hear the stories of heroism and camaraderie immortalised in Australia's Anzac history. This journey provides a great opportunity to pay respect to the fallen of World War I and to reflect on what they fought for.

Highlights

  • Pay your respects to the fallen at Gallipoli – a moving and educational experience regardless of your age or background.

  • Take part in the true Antipodean pilgrimage – something every Australian and New Zealander should experience at some point.

  • Focus on the Anzac Day Dawn service, with all logistics to and from the site taken care of for you.

  • Start and end in Istanbul, making this trip to Gallipoli easy to organise during your stay in Turkey.

  • Have a barbeque dinner in Eceabat before making your way to the Anzac Commemorative site, where you’ll settle in for the night, ready for dawn.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Istanbul To Gallipoli

Location: Istanbul to Gallipoli

Accommodation: Camping under the stars

Accommodation Name: Camping under the stars

Meals Included: Dinner

Hosgeldiniz. Welcome to Turkey! You’ll meet at the Hotel Centrum in Istanbul at 11 am this morning before transferring by private bus to Gallipoli. When you arrive on the Gallipoli Peninsula, stop to explore the town of Eceabat and enjoy a barbeque dinner before making your way to the Anzac Commemorative site. Please be ready for long delays upon entry, as all visitors will be security screened. For any Australian or New Zealander visiting the Shores of Turkey, a visit to the battlefields of the Gallipoli Peninsula is a must. The battle at Gallipoli in WW1 is seen as a turning point in both nations (and the Republic of Turkey). 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 can visit today. You’ll be struck by the beauty and serenity here, which is in stark contrast to the stories your local guide will tell you of the events that unfolded here. Stay overnight in the ceremonial area near ANZAC Cove, under the stars.

Day 2: Gallipoli To Istanbul

Location: Gallipoli to Istanbul

Meals Included: Breakfast

After the main ceremony and rendition of the last post, there is an opportunity to visit other country ceremonies. You may also want to seek out graves that may have personal significance. Later, re-board your bus back to Istanbul, arriving at about 8 pm. When you arrive back in Istanbul, your trip comes to an end. It’s highly recommended you arrange an additional night's accommodation for the evening or plan any departure for the late evening. If you need help organising accommodation, just ask your booking agent at the time of booking.

What's Included

1 breakfasts, 1 dinners

Included Activities

    Transport

    • Bus

    Accommodation

    • No accommodation included on this trip. We camp out overnight - bring a sleeping bag.

    Important Information

    • All visitors attending the 2025 ANZAC commemorations at Gallipoli, will require an attendance pass. Visitors are required to apply for this pass prior to event. Details on how to apply are presented below.
    • Please refer to the important information section of our Essential Trip Information for up to date information on the 2025 event as it is made available to us by local and overseas authorities.
    • This trip does not include any accommodation. The overnight stay on the Gallipoli Peninsula is spent sleeping under the stars at the commemoration site. Warm clothes and a sleeping bag are recommended, there is no camping equipment provided.
    • This event is organized by the Australian, New Zealand and Turkish governments and details can change. For this reason, we will provide an updated advice one month prior to departure.
    • Attendees of the dawn service and ANZAC commemorations should register online with either the Department of Veteran Affairs in New Zealand and OR Australia.
    • We recommend applying for this pass in advance at the link below. Australian Citizens: https://commemorations.teg.com.au
    • New Zealand citizens can register on the above link or check with the Veteran Affairs in New Zealand for updates.
    • IMPORTANT ITINERARY INFORMATION
    • 1. No accommodation is provided on this tour. You will sleep out under the stars as the ANZAC's did many years before.
    • 2. This Short Break Adventure starts at 11 am on Day 1, and finishes at approximately 8pm on Day 2.
    • 3. You will be picked up on Day 1 from a centrally located Hotel listed in the Essential Trip Information for this itinerary.
    • TURKEY: We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest information on travelling in Turkey before your departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas of your itinerary. We have links to prominent government travel advisories and regular updates on issues affecting this trip on our Travel Alerts page - www.intrepidtravel.com/au/travel-alerts.

    Mode of Transport

    • Bus

    Check out our Q&As

    • Is this trip right for you

      This trip starts early on Day 1 and also a very late finish on Day 2. Please ensure that you allow sufficient time if you plan to travel on these days.

    • 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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