Anzac Day Tour- 8 Days
Anzac Day Tour- 8 Days
Anzac Day Tour- 8 Days
8 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul
Visiting: Istanbul, Pamukkale, İstanbul, Kuşadası, Ephesus, Ayvalık, PERGAMUM WORLD OF FLOWERS, Ancient City of Troy, Gallipoli Peninsula, Çanakkale
Tour operator:
Tour code:
ANG-8
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
13 - 35
Age range:
18-59
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Interests:
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Tour Overview
Before visiting the shores of Gallipoli, discover some of the most epic sights of Turkey in our 8 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
Itinerary
Day 1 : Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
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 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.
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, Kusadasi
Location: 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. We will sleep overnight in the seaside town of Kusadasi.
Day 4 : Ephesus, Pergamum, Ayvalık
Location: Ephesus, Ayvalık, PERGAMUM WORLD OF FLOWERS
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.
Day 5 : Ayvalik, Troy, Gallipoli, Dawn Service
Location: Ancient City of Troy, Gallipoli Peninsula
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we will depart for 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 6 : Gallipoli, Canakkale
Location: Çanakkale, Gallipoli Peninsula
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Troia Tusan Hotel - 4 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.
Day 7 : Gallipoli, Istanbul
Location: Gallipoli Peninsula, İstanbul
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: Legacy Ottoman Hotel - 5 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.
Day 8: Istanbul City Tour
Location: İstanbul
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. Important: the tour finishes around 4.30pm please book flights accordingly.
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
6 breakfasts, 4 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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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
Entrance fees to the sights and museums
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Travel Insurance
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Items of a personnel nature
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tips and gestures
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Optional activities
Add Ons
Local Payment: £0
Check out our Q&As
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
No
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
No
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
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 flights included in this tour?
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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Free Date Changes
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Low Deposit
Travel Talk Tours requires a minimum deposit of 100 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of travel talk tours charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 29 days before tour starts: Forfeit 85% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.