What are the key highlights of an Anzac Day tour in Turkey?

The heart of every Anzac Day tour is the moving Dawn Service at Anzac Cove, which you'll experience after visiting the important WWI sites across Gallipoli. You'll walk through the actual trenches and visit meaningful spots like Beach Cemetery, Johnston's Jolly, and the Turkish Memorial. One traveler shared, "We were in complete awe of the occasion and taken to an emotive state in the presence of such bravery and courage." Before heading to Gallipoli, you'll spend time in Istanbul seeing the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, typically staying at places like the Kent Hotel.

What kind of accommodation can I expect on an Anzac Day tour?

You'll stay in 3-5 star hotels in cities like Istanbul and Canakkale for most nights. The Kent Hotel Istanbul is a common choice. The most memorable night is spent outdoors at Anzac Cove to get a good spot for the Dawn Service. As one traveler put it, "The hotels were comfortable, though the real experience was spending that special night at Anzac Cove." Most tours include 4-5 nights in hotels plus that one special night under the stars. Breakfast is usually included at the hotels.

What is the best time to arrive for an Anzac Day tour?

Plan to arrive 3-4 days before April 25th. This gives you time to see Istanbul before heading to Gallipoli. The Dawn Service starts at 5:30 AM on Anzac Day, so you'll need to be at Anzac Cove the night before. Most groups leave Istanbul around 9-10 AM on April 24th and get to Gallipoli in the late afternoon to set up for the night.

How long do Anzac Day tours typically last?

Tours run between 4 and 12 days, with most people choosing 6-8 day trips. A popular choice is the 6-day tour with On The Go Tours for about $1,384, which covers Istanbul and the Anzac events. If you want to see more of Turkey, like Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus, look for the longer 10-12 day options.

What meals are included in Anzac Day tours?

Your tour usually covers daily breakfast at your hotel and a few dinners along the way. For instance, on a 6-day tour, you'll get 4 breakfasts and 1-2 dinners. For the Dawn Service, you'll get packed meals. One traveler mentioned, "The meal arrangements worked well, though you need to be prepared with snacks for the overnight vigil at Anzac Cove."

What kind of transportation is used during Anzac Day tours?

You'll travel in comfortable buses with air conditioning, and some longer trips include flights within Turkey. When you need to cross the Dardanelles Strait, you'll take a ferry between Eceabat and Çanakkale. The nicer tours, like those with Trafalgar, offer buses with Wi-Fi. Most travelers really like the transportation, especially for those early morning rides to the Dawn Service.

What are the key highlights of an Anzac Day tour beyond the Dawn Service?

There's plenty to see besides the Dawn Service. You can visit the ancient city of Troy and check out its famous wooden horse and new museum. Many tours also take you to the Roman ruins at Ephesus and Istanbul's famous sites like the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. If you're on a longer tour, you might see the white terraces of Pamukkale or the cave churches in Cappadocia. One traveler said, "the whole experience was incredible with our guide Ekrem providing extensive information about Turkey's history throughout the journey."

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