Gallipoli Dawn Service & Turkey Highlights
11 Days | 22 April 2026
Embark on an unforgettable 11-day ANZAC and Turkey tour that honours the ANZAC legacy at Gallipoli while showcasing some of Turkey’s most remarkable historical and cultural landmarks.
Attend the moving Dawn Service and visit the Gallipoli battlefield memorials, before exploring the legendary ruins of Troy, the ancient city of Ephesus and the dazzling terraces of Pamukkale. Journey along the ancient Silk Road to Konya, experience the surreal landscapes of Cappadocia, and visit Atatürk’s Mausoleum in Ankara.
With expert guides, UNESCO-listed sites and authentic local encounters, this tour offers a deep and unforgettable exploration of Turkey — blending history, culture and legacy.
Highlights
Explore remarkable UNESCO World Heritage sites including Istanbul’s Old City, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale’s travertines, and Göreme. Discover architectural and cultural treasures such as the St. Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, Temple of Artemis, Mevlana Museum, Sultanhani Caravansary, and Atatürk’s Mausoleum.
Walk through history at the Gallipoli battlefields, ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Memorial, Johnson’s Jolly tunnels, The Nek trenches, and Chunuk Bair. Experience ANZAC Day commemorations at dawn and memorial services.
Wander the charming village of Sirince, tour Hierapolis, marvel at Göreme’s Open Air Museum and Dark Church, and descend into the Kaymakli Underground City.
*Book before 31 January 2026 & Save 15%
Itinerary
Day 1 | Isatanbul
Welcome to Istanbul, where you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Tonight, meet your guide and the rest of your group.
Stay 2 nights.
Day 2 | Istanbul Old City - B
After breakfast, you enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St. Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene and the Harem), the Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar.
Tonight don’t miss the optional Turkish Folklore evening.
Day 3 | Gallipoli Battlefields - B, D
One of the most emotionally touching places in Turkey, today you will visit the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston’s Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.
Stay 2 nights in Çanakkale.
Day 4 | ANZAC Day at Gallipoli - B, D
Awake before sun rise for the ANZAC Day Dawn Service.
You become aware of the almost deafening silence as the moving service to commemorate our fallen forefathers on this special day begins. You will then have the chance to attend the Australian or New Zealand Memorial service before returning to the hotel in the afternoon.
Day 5 | Troy - B, D
Depart from Canakkale and head towards Troy where you will explore the award-winning Troy Museum and the ancient city of Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Walk through the legendary city walls, stand where heroes like Achilles and Hector once battled, and marvel at the remnants of temples and theatres that whisper stories of a glorious past.
Stay 2 nights in Kuşadası.
Day 6 | Ephesus, Sirince, Kisadasi - B, D
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before continuing to the former Greek village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wines.
Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.
Day 7 | Pamukkale, Hierapolis - B, D
This morning you will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where you will also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
Stay 1 night in Pamukkale.
Day 8 | Silk Road, Konya, Cappadocia - B, D
Today you will travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary and the Mevlana museum in Konya along the way.
Tonight, don’t miss the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening!
Stay 2 nights in Cappadocia.
Day 9 | Goreme, Underground City - B, D
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as you visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city.
Day 10 | Ankara - B
Early morning departure to the nation’s capital, Ankara where you will visit Anitkabir, mausoleum of the famed Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, before returning to Istanbul.
Stay 1 night in Istanbul.
Day 11 | Istanbul - B
Your tour concludes after breakfast and you will bid farewell to your new friends.
Inclusions
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Inbound & Outbound transfer – Istanbul Airport or Sabiha Gokcen Airport
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Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
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Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
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Entrance fees
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Tips except driver & guide
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10 nights accommodation as specified
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10 breakfasts & 7 dinners
Not Included
- Optional activities
- Travel insurance * Compulsory
- Tips for Driver and Guide
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Items of a personal nature
Pricing
Departs 22 April 2026 from $4,985 per person
Additional single supplement for Solo Traveller from $1,700
*Full Booking Terms and Conditions Apply. Book before 31 January 2026 & Save 15% based on share twin only. No discount applies on Single Supplement.