Anzac Day Tour-12 Days

Encounter the history, natural formations and magnificent scenery that Turkey has to offer in this 12 Day ANAZAC Day Tour. Begin your trip roaming the palaces and mosques of Istanbul, and explore the breathtaking sites of Cappadocia. Visit the calcium laden waters of Pamukkale, the Roman architectural theatres of Ephesus and the incredible ancient wonders of Troy and Pergamum. Sleep overnight in Gallipoli and pay homage to those have fallen at the Dawn Service and National Ceremonies.

Duration

Destination

Start/Ends in

12 Days

ANZAC Day

Istanbul / Istanbul

Hotels

Group Size

Age Requirement

5-4 Star

12-42 People

18+

Trip Rating

Trip Theme

Departs

4.7

18 reviews

Festivals & Experiences

April

Why You’ll Love This Tour

  • This trip is the ultimate ANZAC Day and Turkey experience with 12 days to explore untouched landscapes, historic homelands, seaside towns and colourfully chaotic cities. All breakfasts, 6 dinners and complimentary airport transfers on Day 1 of tour.
  • Enjoy included sightseeing to Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and a cruise down the Bosphorus River during a lengthy 4-night stay in Istanbul.
  • Visit the Princes’ Islands for incredible views and a slice of local island culture – all just a short ferry-ride away from Istanbul.
  • The highlight of this trip will be an unforgettable Dawn Service spent camping out by ANZAC Cove for sunrise over the battlefields. Plus, an extra day in Gallipoli to explore the peninsula and wander without the crowds.
  • A trip to Turkey wouldn’t be complete without an optional sunrise hot-air balloon ride over Cappadocia, before exploring Pigeon Valley and Uchisar Castle with your guide.
  • Get your camera ready for the Cotton Castle pools of Pamukkale – One of the world’s most magical natural hot springs. This place is filled with insta-worthy scenes.
  • After jam-packed days learning about the myths and legends of ancient Ephesus, Troy and Pergamum – enjoy the contrast of relaxing by the seaside of Ayvalik for a night.

Sights Visited on This Tour

The Asklepion is a famed ancient medical center built in honor of Asclepius, the god of healing. It was also the world's first psychiatric hospital.

Ayvalik

Feel and experience the local life around the town. Ayvalik has many local cafes and restaurants, and is surrounded with many beautiful beaches.

The exterior features a beautiful cascade of domes and six minarets and blue Iznik tiles adorn the interior giving the building its unofficial but commonly used name.

A region of exceptional natural and man-made wonders. Take the chance to discover underground cities carved into rock, fairy chimneys and many more...

The best preserved ancient town in Turkey, Ephesus embarks you on a journey to ancient times while roaming the streets.Celcius Library is the most important remains of it.

Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, Anzac Cove, Johnston's Jolly, North Beach, Ari Burnu, Hell Spit, Brighton Beach, Shrapnel Valley, Artillery Raod, Quinn's Road and more…

The Hagia Sophia, among the Seven Wonders of the World, awaits you with all its magnificence. The hundreds of years old structure will fascinate you on sight.

Istanbul is a major city in Turkey that straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. Its Old City reflects cultural influences of the many empires that once ruled here.

Home of the world-famous travertines, the cotton castle. You will witness the unusual and beautiful scenery just near the ancient city of Hierapolis.

Home of the Sultans, heart of the Ottoman Empire… Roam through the royal palace of the Ottomans and follow their footsteps to see their most valued treasures.

Troy is the name of the Bronze Age city attacked in the Trojan War. The legendary city where you can outline layers of ruins of cities built on top of each other...

Tour Inclusions

Accommodation

5, 4 and 3 star hotels

Meals

10 breakfasts, 6 dinners

Transportation

A/C coach, Bosphorus boat trip

Airport Transfer(s)

Arrival airport transfer on first day of the trip.

Tour Guiding

Services of experienced guide licenced by the Ministry of Tourism

Anzac Hoodie

Travel Talk ANZAC hoodie

Sightseeing

Blue Mosque
Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace Museum
Derinkuyu Underground City
Goreme Open Air Museum
Cavusin

Pigeon Valley
Uchisar
Ihlara Valley
Pamukkale White Terraces
Ephesus Ancient City
Asklepion Ancient City

Troy Ancient City
Anzac Cove
Beach Cemetery
Lone Pine
Chunuk Bair
War Trenches

What is NOT included?

What is NOT included?

- Any flights not mentioned above
- Travel Insurance
- Meals not stated above
- Items of a personal nature

- Tips and gestures
- Entrance fees to the sights and museums
- Optional activities
- Other services not stated in the itinerary

Dates & Rates

All prices are per person, based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers not wishing to pay a single supplement will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender.

Departing

Finishing

Availability

Deal/Discount

Price Per Person ( $ )

Wed 16 Apr 2025

Sun 27 Apr 2025

Guaranteed
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40 % Off

$2770 $1662

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End 27 Apr

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Accommodation

ANTIK HOTEL
Istanbul
4 Star

Located in the center of Istanbul, Antik Hotel is 500 meters from the Grand Bazaar and Beyazit Tram Station is just a 3-minute walk away. The hotel has a spa center.

AVRASYA HOTEL
Cappadocia
5 Star

This is a very special place in Cappadocia which has been shaped by magic hands of nature. The hotel is in the intersection of the real world and the world of fairies. Also in a very good location.

TRIPOLIS HOTEL
Pamukkale
4 Star

Located among terraces of carbonate minerals in Pamukkale, Tripolis Hotel offers air-conditioned rooms with a private balcony. It features an outdoor thermal outdoor pool and a spa center.

GRAND TEMIZEL HOTEL
Ayvalik
5 Star

This beachfront hotel is located in a resort town called Ayvalik, Grand Temizel hotel offers access to the beach, outdoor swimming pool as well as spa center where you can enjoy relaxtion.

SIGNATURE BLUE RESORT
Aydın
5 Star

An elegant seaside hotel that features an on-site restaurant, fitness center, swimming pool, Turkish hammam, steam bath and sauna.

Accommodation
Istanbul
ANTIK HOTEL
4 Star
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Cappadocia
AVRASYA HOTEL
5 Star
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Pamukkale
TRIPOLIS HOTEL
4 Star
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Ayvalik
GRAND TEMIZEL HOTEL
5 Star
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Aydın
SIGNATURE BLUE RESORT
5 Star

Tour Reviews

At Travel Talk we do not only strive to provide excellent value for premium adventures but also to exceed expectations in every aspect of our trips, which is reflected in an enviable 98.2% customer satisfaction rate in 2019. Thanks to the invaluable feedback of our incredible travellers, we are continuously working to improve ourselves and the communities we touch, year after year.

4.7/5 18 reviews
  • Accomodation 4.22
  • Transportation 4.72
  • Value for Money 4.83
  • Guide 5
  • Overall 4.67

D. Gaskin

Yavuz was an exceptional guide. He made this the most enjoyable tour I have been on.

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K. Greulich

Yavuz was amazing, very engaging, knowledgeable and helpful.

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E. Gavranich

Thank you Yavuz for being the best guide this trip. We’ve appreciated tour stories, jokes and companionship.

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A. Woodall

Kev, thanks for a fantastic tour. Your knowledge of Turkey is outstanding. Definitely would recommend.

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J. Malcolm

Sami was an amazing, kind, knowledgeable tour guide. He was very funny and thoughtful too.

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Jackie Bowker

The 10 day Anzac Tour exceeded all of my expectations. The tour guide can make or break your experience but Sami 100% made it. He is so passionate about his country and it’s rich culture and history making it very infectious. I will definitely be looking to Travel Talk in the future when booking more trips. Thank you for your brilliant customer service and unforgettable experience.

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P. Duggan

Sami was a great tour guide, great English and knowledge about all sights couldn’t ask for a better person to do the “Anzac Tour”.

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J. V. Stee

Couldn’t have asked for a better tour leader. Always has a smile and a joke as well as extensive knowledge of Turkey and what it has to offer. Everything was very well organised and explained to us clearly. Really made the tour the best it could be. Aweome drivers. Very smooth and efficient. Always helpful and kind with loading of bags and passengers.

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Why You’ll Love This Tour

  • This trip is the ultimate ANZAC Day and Turkey experience with 12 days to explore untouched landscapes, historic homelands, seaside towns and colourfully chaotic cities. All breakfasts, 6 dinners and complimentary airport transfers on Day 1 of tour.
  • Enjoy included sightseeing to Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia and a cruise down the Bosphorus River during a lengthy 4-night stay in Istanbul.
  • Visit the Princes’ Islands for incredible views and a slice of local island culture – all just a short ferry-ride away from Istanbul.
  • The highlight of this trip will be an unforgettable Dawn Service spent camping out by ANZAC Cove for sunrise over the battlefields. Plus, an extra day in Gallipoli to explore the peninsula and wander without the crowds.
  • A trip to Turkey wouldn’t be complete without an optional sunrise hot-air balloon ride over Cappadocia, before exploring Pigeon Valley and Uchisar Castle with your guide.
  • Get your camera ready for the Cotton Castle pools of Pamukkale – One of the world’s most magical natural hot springs. This place is filled with insta-worthy scenes.
  • After jam-packed days learning about the myths and legends of ancient Ephesus, Troy and Pergamum – enjoy the contrast of relaxing by the seaside of Ayvalik for a night.
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