3-Day Anzac Day Dawn Service Tour from Istanbul – Starting 23rd April

Experience the Courage and History of Gallipoli & Troy

Overview

Join this meaningful 3-day guided tour from Istanbul to commemorate the ANZAC legacy at Gallipoli. Visit historic battlefields, explore Troy’s legendary ruins, and participate in the Dawn Service ceremonies. Ideal for history enthusiasts, veterans, and anyone seeking a deep connection with Turkey’s historic sites.

Tour Highlights

• Participate in the ANZAC Dawn Service ceremonies at Gallipoli

• Explore Gallipoli battlefields: ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine, Chunuk Bair, Johnston's Jolly

• Discover the legendary city of Troy and its 3,700-year-old ruins

• Learn from professional English-speaking guides

• Stay in comfortable Eceabat accommodations with all transfers and meals included

Itinerary

Day 1 – 23 April: Istanbul → Gallipoli (Eceabat)

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

• 06:30 – 07:00: Hotel pickup in Istanbul & departure to Gallipoli

• 09:00: Breakfast en route

• 12:00: Arrival in Eceabat & lunch at a local restaurant

• 13:00: Gallipoli tour:

  • Brighton Beach, Beach Cemetery, ANZAC Cove, Ari Burnu Cemetery

  • ANZAC Commemorative Site, Lone Pine Australian Memorial

  • Johnston’s Jolly, Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery, The Nek

  • Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial

• 18:00: Check-in at hotel in Eceabat
  Overnight: Eceabat

Day 2 – 24 April: Troy Tour & Anzac Sites

Meals: Breakfast

• 07:30: Breakfast at hotel

• 08:00: Depart for Troy tour:

  • Trojan Horse, Sacrificial Altars, City Walls of Troy VI & VII

  • Bouleuterion (Senate), Odeon (Concert Hall), Troy I–IX ruins

• 11:00: Return to Çanakkale

• Afternoon: Free time for sightseeing or rest

• 20:00: Evening visit to Commemorative sites
  Overnight: Anzac Cove

Day 3 – 25 April: ANZAC Dawn Service Ceremonies

Meals: Breakfast Box

• 05:30: Participate in Dawn Service Ceremony at Gallipoli

• 10:00: Australian National Ceremony at Lone Pine

• 11:45: New Zealand National Ceremony at Chunuk Bair

• Post-ceremony: Return to Eceabat, short rest, then transfer back to Istanbul

Why Book This Tour?

• Perfect for first-time visitors to Istanbul

• Combines historical, cultural, and scenic experiences

• Hassle-free transfers with professional guides

• Centrally located, high-quality hotels

• Flexible schedule to fit flight connections

Includes

Inclusions

• 1 night accommodation in Eceabat

• 1 night accommodation in anzac cove

• Daily breakfast and 1 lunch

• All transfers in air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicles

• Guided Gallipoli and Troy tours

• Participation in ANZAC Day Dawn Service ceremonies

• Entrance fees to all included sites

• Licensed English-speaking guides

Exclusions

• Personal expenses

• Drinks not mentioned

• Tips for guides and drivers

Hotels

Hotel & Accommodation Options

For your 3-Day Anzac Day Dawn Service & Troy Tour, we have selected hotels that ensure comfort, convenience, and proximity to tour sites:

Recommended Hotels:

• Eceabat Anzac Hotel – Modern rooms with comfortable beds, sea views, and high-quality amenities.

• Anzac Cove Accommodation – Comfortable rooms near the ceremony sites to provide easy access for dawn service events.

Alternative Option: If the above hotels are unavailable at the time of booking, a similar standard property will be provided to ensure your stay is seamless and comfortable.

Room Types & Pricing (per person):

• Double Room – Standard price per person

• Single Room – Additional 40% supplement

• Triple Room – 10% discount