Small-Group Full Day Gallipoli & ANZAC Battlefields from Istanbul

Summary Description

After meeting your expert guide at your central Istanbul hotel, travel to Gallipoli by air-conditioned coach for you small-group day trip. Buckle up and cruise along the renowned Gallipoli Peninsula and listen as your guide explains the story of this treacherous WWI military offensive.

Learn more details about the campaign launched in April 1915 by the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) that aimed to support dwindling Russian forces. The goal of the allied troops was to topple Ottoman Turkish forces and sack Istanbul, then Constantinople. By January 1916, the campaign was a stalemate and the Allied troops retreated after massive casualties on both sides of about 100,000 troops.

Arrive in Gallipoli after around a 5-hour journey and stretch your legs with a stop at ANZAC Cove. Follow your guide and see the 25th April landing’s beach and The Neck, a site where 40% of Australian troops perished with little to show for the effort. Then, visit Johnston’s Jolly and observe former Allied and Turkish trenches and other remnants of war.

Next, discover the somber memorials of soldiers who perished. Stop at the heartbreaking Australian Lone Pine Cemetery and Memorial to observe engravings of close to 5,000 men. Then, visit the honorable New Zealand Memorial Chunuk Bair, the site where New Zealanders held their ground in the summer of 1915.

In the afternoon, enjoy a lunch that is included (drinks are at your expense). As the sun begins to set, hop back in your coach and leave Gallipoli honoring the soldiers with your remembrance. Traverse back to your Istanbul hotel where your tour concludes.

Please note: the order of attractions covered above may be modified during your tour.

Description

Visit the key sites of the Gallipoli Peninsula, the scene of one of World War I’s costliest military campaigns, on this moving full-day tour from Istanbul. With an expert guide beside you to explain the 1915-1916 Allied campaign — largely undertaken by the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) — visit the sites of The Nek, Johnston’s Jolly, ANZAC Cove and Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair; and stop for an included lunch along the way. Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide on this small-group tour, limited to 14 people.

Included / Excluded
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
Important Information
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  • Duration: 16h
  • Mobile tickets accepted
  • Instant confirmation
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Additional Information

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants must sit on laps
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travelers

FAQ

What time does Small-Group Full Day Gallipoli & ANZAC Battlefields from Istanbul start?

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Small-Group Full Day Gallipoli & ANZAC Battlefields from Istanbul will start at 6:30 AM.

Which attractions will I visit with Small-Group Full Day Gallipoli & ANZAC Battlefields from Istanbul?

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During this experience, places you will visit include:

How much is Small-Group Full Day Gallipoli & ANZAC Battlefields from Istanbul?

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Small-Group Full Day Gallipoli & ANZAC Battlefields from Istanbul price starts from $95.00.

What is the Small-Group Full Day Gallipoli & ANZAC Battlefields from Istanbul cancellation policy?

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Small-Group Full Day Gallipoli & ANZAC Battlefields from Istanbul cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Neon Tours

About operator:

See Istanbul’s top attractions efficiently on this full-day guided tour. An air-conditioned coach conveniently takes you between locations, and your guide explains the history of each sight. Visit the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Basilica Cistern, Hippodrome, and the Grand Bazaar, with a break at midday for a 3-course lunch. Hotel pickup and drop-off, plus included entrance fees, make for a seamless experience.

Basic Information
  • Duration: 16 hours
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