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Anzac Day Memorial Tour from Istanbul

★★★★★4.7(394 reviews)Duration: 3 daysProduct code: 2230

Overview

Anzac Day Memorial Tour from Istanbul links to the dawn landing at Gallipoli, stand in the morning breeze and pay respect to the fallen on Anzac Day at the dawn vigil.

The Anzac Day Memorial Tour from Istanbul is a once in a lifetime experience. On 25 April each year, we commemorate the landings of the Anzacs on the Gallipoli Peninsula in Turkey. The memorial sites at Gallipoli are the sovereign territory of the Turkish people and holding the annual Anzac Day commemorative services is only possible with the cooperation and generous assistance of the Government of the Republic of Turkey.

This three-day tour is jam-packed with so much to see and do. Start early in the morning with your very experienced guide, travelling through some breathtaking scenery on your journey to Gallipoli. On route, we stop off to visit the Anzac Cove and the cemetery where you might like to attend a relatives grave.

It is the only day that there will be access to this site. There is so much to see and do on this memorial guided tour, from a visit to the legendary city of Troy to sleeping out overnight.

The most memorial part of the tour will be to join in the Anzac dawn memorial service a very touching and moving service dedicated to the many lives that where lost in the great battle. In 2018, Australia and New Zealand will conduct the iconic Dawn Service at the Anzac Commemorative Site at Gallipoli, starting at 5.30am after an overnight vigil.

Later that morning Australia will conduct a memorial service at Lone Pine at 9:30 am, and New Zealand will hold its memorial service at Chunuk Bair at 11:30 am – timings for the Australian and New Zealand services are subject to confirmation.

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Highlights

  • Travel to Gallipoli (Çanakkale)and visit the Anzac Cove, Lone Pine, the war cemeteries, and many other relevant sites.
  • Spend some free time exploring Çanakkale city centre where you may see the Ottoman Clock Tower and old houses.
  • You will visit Troy and enjoy a guided tour of the site and learn more about the ancient fables surrounding this legendary city.
  • Attend the exceptional dawn service commemorating the Battle of Gallipoli and Anzac.

Good to Know

  • Scheduling: Shared Tour
  • Languages offered on the Activity / Tour: English
  • Duration: 3 days
  • Skip the Line Skip the Line
  • Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted
  • Pick-up service Pick-up service
    Istanbul, Istanbul Hotels , Istanbul Airports
  • Easy Cancellation Easy Cancellation
    There is no cancellation fee once Customers Cancel at least 7 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 50% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 3 and 6 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
    There is 100% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 2 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
  • Confirmation will be received within 24 hours of booking, subject to availability

Inclusions

  • Private Luxury Vehicle
  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Parking Fees
  • Entrance Fees
  • Breakfasts
  • Sleeping bag use
  • Hotel accommodation (a night), sleeping bags for the ceremony (a night).

Exclusions

  • Personal Expenses
  • Lunches and Dinners
  • Gratuities (Optional)

What To Expect

  1. Day 1: Istanbul - Çanakkale

    Istanbul - Çanakkale

    Depart Istanbul in the early morning. Meet with your experienced guide and fellow group members.

    Travel to Gallipoli (Çanakkale) by private vehicle, stopping en route for a quick local lunch (optional)

    Visiting the Anzac Cove, Lone Pine, the war cemeteries, and many other important sites.

    There will also be time for individuals to visit their relatives' grave sites.

    Please note this is the only day with access to these sights.

    After the tour, we will continue to Çanakkale for the night. 

    Overnight at Hotel in Canakkale

  2. Day 2: Çanakkale - Troy - Anzac Cove

    On the Second day, you will visit Troy and enjoy a guided tour of the site and learn more about the ancient fables surrounding this legendary city.

    Then arrive and spend some free time exploring Çanakkale city center in the afternoon.

    Have your dinner in Çanakkale then take a ferry from Canakkale to Gallipoli side of the Dardanelles ceremonial area near Anzac Cove for the night. 

    There will be a grandstand set up for visitors to camp out overnight. Spend the evening tucked into sleeping bags in the stands at the ceremonial site in readiness for the dawn service.

  3. Day 3: Anzac Cove - Istanbul

    Attend the exceptional dawn service commemorating the Battle of Gallipoli and Anzac.

    First light heralds the Dawn Service, which starts with a poignant bugle call. The service lasts for an hour and public wreath laying at the ANZAC Memorial site is possible afterwards.

    Later this morning Australian’s have the opportunity to visit the Lone Pine Memorial Service at the cemetery that begins at 09:30.

    Our New Zealanders are invited to attend the New Zealand service at Chunuk Bair at 11:30am.

    Later this afternoon after a quick lunch, we’ll journey back to Istanbul where the tour ends on arrival by Van, arriving in the evening.

    Please note that on our arrival to Istanbul is in the late evening. We can arrange post-tour accommodation if you'd like to extend your stay. Please ask at the time of booking.

Pickup and Drop-off / Meeting Point

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Istanbul City Center , Istanbul Hotels , Istanbul Airport

Know Before You Go

  • Comfortable footwear is recommended
  • Essentials for a night sleep in sleeping bag for Dawn Ceremony • Reusable water bottle • Shirts/t-shirts • Sleepwear • Small travel towel • Sunglasses • Toiletries • Watch and alarm clock • Waterproof backpack cover •
  • As it will be rainy in the Spring days we recommend you to bring an umbrella or a hat with you.

Traveler reviews

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  • Sylvester · ES2023-10-29
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    This 4 hour tour was perfect for my husband and I. Our guides knowledge of the city and its history was fabulous. But most importantly, her enthusiasm, energy and organization were outstanding. She really listened to what we wanted to get out of our tour and structured it perfectly. she was an absolute pleasure to spend time with as well. You should too!

  • Jason81 · US2023-10-29
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    What a great time we had today. Everything was perfect. He was an amazing guide for our tour! He was so full of energy. Thanks.

  • Miluša · SI2023-10-29
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    WE HAD A WONDERFUL TOUR. OUR TOUR GUIDE WAS NOT ONLY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND INFORMATIVE, BUT VERY PATIENT AS WELL. THANKS.

  • Matthew · GB2023-10-29
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    We had a great time. All in all, highly recommended.

  • R Chiamaka · ZA2023-10-29
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    We would highly recommend booking this tour and we would certainly use them again if we return because everything was great about this tour, especially our guide, he was helpful and productive.

  • Katheryn N · BS2023-10-29
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    Very cool experience. I highly recommend it!

  • Katy · HK2023-10-28
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    Our guide was amazing and extremely knowledgeable. He made our tour very interesting.I can recommend most highly It provides excellent value. Thank you.

  • Carolin · DE2023-10-28
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    A very good tour. It was easy to find the meeting point and our guide made this tour for us. He was funny, friendly and explained the history of the beautiful city. We would like to thank you and especially thank our guide.

  • Pete Dinsmore · GB2023-10-28
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    It was a great trip, we loved it as a family. One day though is not enough and I would like to return again and stay longer.

  • Zachary Czaplewski · US2023-10-28
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    Our guide was an EXCELLENT guide and spoke perfect English. His tour inspired us. Would definitely suggest this tour instead of the other tours.

  • Linda Houston · GB2023-10-27
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    We had the absolute most incredible experience yesterday on this tour. Tour guide is so genuine, passionate and knowledgable. She brought magic to the experience for us, and she actually talked to us for a long time after the tour finished to answer questions. We came away from the tour feeling so grateful for having had the experience.

  • Anton Fischer · DE2023-10-26
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    As a solo-traveler, this tour was a great way to get to have a nice tour. Our guide was very knowledgeable about the region and the stops. He would stop along the way for good photo opportunities and was very friendly. Thank you very much.

  • Dheeraj Sharma · IN2023-10-26
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    The tour guide was very knowledgeable and had a lot of information. She was so helpful, kind and accomodating and incredibly knowledgeable. We learnt so much from her and she answered all our questions with such passion and enthusiasm. We really were blown away with how much she knew about the history of the amazing city. She made this moment such a special occasion, she allowed us to take our time and even took photos which we will treasure forever. I highly recommend !

  • Karen Welch · US2023-10-26
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    We enjoyed this tour very much. Our guiede provided answers to all our questions. The tour was much better than expected. Highly recommend it...have fun! It is A Must See!

  • Salim · AM2023-10-26
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    From the start we were made to feel completely at ease. The tour was exceedingly well organized and very professional. Thank you. We will always cherish the memories of not only the tour but also the manner in which the bookings were done. It will be a privilege to recommend you to all our friends.

  • Dean F · AU2023-10-26
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    Tour guide who ensured you got to the sights without being hassled. EXCELLENT TOUR

  • Suzanne A. · US2023-10-26
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    Our guide was excellent and we had a great tour! We will highly recommend it to anyone. Thank you for the most unforgettable experience.

  • Katy · IE2023-10-26
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    Absolutely fantastic tour! Our guide was so passionate, so helpful and so enthusiastic - she absolutely made our trip! She shared so much knowledge - and then more general advice as well - she was first class! Highly recommended!

  • T Fernandez · ES2023-10-25
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    We covered so much ground and did so much in a day. Well worth the money. The other day tours look amazing as well. I will do the them the next time I come back! Thank you for the great experience and time in our tour.

  • JGJ52 · US2023-10-25
    ★★★★★ Traveler review

    My guide was a great guide—very informative and organized in his delivery of information. It exceeded my expectations.

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