Gallipoli Full Day Tour from Istanbul

Overview

🏰 Tour Overview:

Embark on a moving journey into the past on a full-day guided tour of Gallipoli, one of the most significant sites of World War I. Leaving Istanbul early in the morning, you’ll travel comfortably by air-conditioned minibus, with a refreshment stop along the way.

🇦🇺 ANZAC Sector Exploration

Once you arrive on the Gallipoli Peninsula, your expert guide will take you through the ANZAC sector, where Australian and New Zealand forces fought in the famous ANZAC campaign. Visit 11 key locations across the peninsula, each holding historical significance.

📍 Key Stops Include:

• ANZAC Cove: Where the ANZAC troops first landed and set up their base.

• Beach Cemetery: A solemn site where many soldiers from the Gallipoli campaign are buried.

• Lone Pine Memorial: A poignant tribute to soldiers with no known graves, commemorating the fallen of the former British Empire.

• The Nek & Chunuk Bair Battlefields: Experience firsthand the harrowing events of the battle with insightful commentary from your guide.

🌺 Reflection & Commemoration

The tour gives you time to pause and reflect at these powerful memorials. Learn about the sacrifices made during this pivotal campaign and the enduring legacy of the soldiers who fought there.

🏙️ Return to Istanbul

After a moving day of exploration, you’ll board the comfortable minibus for your return journey to Istanbul, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel, ending this unforgettable historical experience.

Special Notes:

• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

• Lunch is not included, but breaks for refreshments will be provided.

• Expert, knowledgeable guides will enhance your experience throughout the day.

This tour is an immersive opportunity to learn about the sacrifices made during the Gallipoli campaign, perfect for history enthusiasts and those interested in paying their respects to those who served.