Discover Istanbul’s cultural and historical treasures before travelling to Gallipoli for a meaningful ANZAC Day experience. This carefully designed journey combines Istanbul’s Old City, the ancient city of Troy, the ANZAC Day Dawn Service, Gallipoli’s battlefields and memorials, and Istanbul’s colourful historic neighbourhoods.
Price
$1,950 per person, double occupancy
Single supplement: $975
Tour Highlights
- Guided tour of Istanbul’s Historic Peninsula
- Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque
- Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar
- UNESCO World Heritage-listed ancient city of Troy
- ANZAC Day Dawn Service
- Gallipoli battlefields and memorials
- Chunuk Bair and the 57th Regiment Memorial
- Çanakkale Martyrs’ Memorial
- Historic neighbourhoods of Balat and Fener
- Dolmabahçe Palace
- Pierre Loti Hill
Tour Itinerary
Day 1 – 22 April 2027
Arrival in Istanbul
Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel by private vehicle.
After checking in, enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Accommodation: Istanbul
Day 2 – 23 April 2027
Istanbul Historic Peninsula Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, we begin our exploration of Istanbul’s Historic Peninsula, an area that has witnessed centuries of history and served as the heart of several great empires.
Today’s sightseeing highlights include:
- Sultanahmet Square
- Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
- The ancient Hippodrome
- Blue Mosque
- German Fountain
- Çemberlitaş
- Laleli
- Süleymaniye Mosque
- Grand Bazaar
After a fascinating day of history and culture, we return to our hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Istanbul
Day 3 – 24 April 2027
Istanbul – Troy – Çanakkale
After breakfast at the hotel, we depart Istanbul and travel to Çanakkale.
Upon arrival, we visit the legendary ancient city of Troy, one of Türkiye’s most important archaeological sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Explore this remarkable ancient settlement with your guide and learn about the history, mythology and archaeological discoveries connected to Troy.
Following our visit, we transfer to our hotel. The remainder of the evening is reserved for rest before the early-morning ANZAC Day program.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Çanakkale
Day 4 – 25 April 2027
ANZAC Day Dawn Service and Gallipoli Battlefields
At approximately 12:30 am, an early breakfast will be served at the hotel. We then depart for ANZAC Cove at approximately 1:00 am.
After arriving and taking our places at the commemorative site, we attend the moving ANZAC Day Dawn Service and remember those who lost their lives during the Gallipoli Campaign.
Planned Ceremony Schedule
- 3:00 am: Entry to the ceremony area closes
- 5:00 am: ANZAC Day Dawn Service and commemorative program commence
Following the service, we visit Gallipoli’s significant battlefields, memorials and cemeteries.
Chunuk Bair
Visit the location where Mustafa Kemal Atatürk gave the order to attack on 10 August 1915. We will see the Atatürk Memorial and preserved wartime trenches.
57th Regiment Memorial
Visit the memorial and cemetery dedicated to the Ottoman 57th Regiment, one of the first units to enter the Gallipoli land campaign.
Kabatepe Museum
Discover a collection of weapons, ammunition, military uniforms, personal belongings and historical photographs associated with the Gallipoli Campaign.
Çanakkale Martyrs’ Memorial
Visit the impressive memorial dedicated to the Ottoman soldiers who lost their lives during the Gallipoli Campaign.
After completing our Gallipoli program, we return to Istanbul and transfer to our hotel.
Meals: Early breakfast
Accommodation: Istanbul
Day 5 – 26 April 2027
Istanbul’s Historic Neighbourhoods and Dolmabahçe Palace
After breakfast, we begin a full-day tour exploring Istanbul’s cultural diversity, historic neighbourhoods and architectural heritage.
Today’s program includes:
- Eminönü
- Spice Bazaar
- Church and Holy Spring of the Virgin Mary
- Historic streets of Balat
- Ahrida Synagogue
- Historic Agora Tavern
- Bulgarian St Stephen Church, also known as the Iron Church
- Phanar Greek Orthodox College, also known as the Red School
- Church of Saint Mary of the Mongols
- Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople
- Church of St George
- Eyüp Sultan Mosque and Tomb
- Pierre Loti Hill
- Dolmabahçe Palace
After a memorable day exploring Istanbul’s multicultural heritage, we return to our hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Istanbul
Day 6 – 27 April 2027
Istanbul – Departure
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be transferred to Istanbul Airport according to your scheduled flight time.
Our meaningful journey through Istanbul, Troy and Gallipoli concludes with wonderful memories and the hope of welcoming you on another Glimpse Travel tour.
Meals: Breakfast
Important Information
ANZAC Day ceremony times, entry requirements and visitor arrangements are subject to confirmation and may be changed by the relevant official authorities. Final program details and participation requirements will be provided before departure.
The order of the itinerary may be adjusted due to traffic, weather conditions, official ceremony arrangements, museum opening hours or other operational requirements.
Enquiries and Reservations
For current pricing, availability, tour inclusions and booking conditions, please contact Glimpse Travel.