ANZAC (Australian and New Zealand Army Corps) Day is a major commemorative event, a way of honouring those who fought at Gallipoli, Turkey in World War I. We offer some marvellous ANZAC Tours which ensure that you really get to the historical heart of this important event, whilst visiting a beautiful, interesting country – choose from 5, 8 and 12 days.
ANZAC 5-Day Tour – Arrive in Istanbul and visit the Old City, with highlights such as the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. There is an optional Turkish Folklore evening, great for culture lovers. Head to Gallipoli, enjoy a barbecue and then spend some time at historic Anzac Cove, site of the first WWI beach landings. A night under the stars makes an unforgettable adventure. Wake up to attend the commemorative ANZAC Day Dawn Service in Gallipoli and opt to join Australian or New Zealand memorial services before returning to Istanbul. From only £399.
ANZAC 8-Day Tour – Having kicked off the trip in Istanbul, we visit ancient Bursa and see the Green Mosque and the Silk Bazaar. On to Pamukkale to view the Travertine and ancient city of Hierapolis to dip into its hot springs. Ephesus and Pergamum follow, discovering the Temple of Artemis and visiting carpet weavers. As before, head to Gallipoli for a barbecue and a night under a canopy of stars, then attend the commemorative ANZAC Day Dawn Service and join the Australian or New Zealand memorial services prior to heading back to the capital. Starts from £579.
ANZAC 12-Day Tour – The full 12-day tour, incorporates the best of the two shorter tours, but adds in some wonderful highlights. Visit the Gallipoli battlefields and ride across the Dardenelles; go to the Cape Helles services starting the commemorative ANZAC Day visits, with the day itself spent at Gallipoli. Then following Pergamum and Ephesus, visit Cappadocia, Konya and Goreme’s museum, castle and underground city. Round up an amazing trip by returning to Istanbul via Ankara. This moving and interesting trip starts from only £979.
All of our tours offer an unforgettable ANZAC experience – a truly memorable and respectful way to commemorate the historic events. For more information or to make a reservation, please call +44 207 394 5232.