Gallipoli Battlefields day tour from Istanbul
Gallipoli Battlefield Tour – A Journey Through History & Remembrance
Tour Overview
Gallipoli holds a profound place in the hearts of Australians and New Zealanders, as it was here that the ANZAC legend was born. The Gallipoli Campaign (April 25, 1915 – January 9, 1916) was a defining moment in World War I, shaping the national identities of Australia, New Zealand, and Turkey alike.
This emotional and deeply moving tour takes you to the sacred battlegrounds and memorial sites where thousands fought and fell. Led by expert guides with over 20 years of experience, this journey provides historical insights, personal stories, and a tribute to the bravery of all soldiers who took part in this historic battle.
Tour Highlights
🌿 Walk through the ANZAC landing sites & battlefields – Stand where history was made.
🪦 Visit significant memorials & cemeteries – Pay tribute to fallen soldiers.
📖 Hear compelling stories from expert guides – Learn about the battles, strategies, and personal accounts.
🇦🇺🇳🇿 A deeply emotional experience for Australians & New Zealanders – Honoring the ANZAC legacy.
🇹🇷 Understand the Turkish perspective – Learn how the campaign shaped modern Turkey.
Tour Itinerary
🚗 Morning Departure from Istanbul
Early morning departure from Istanbul to Gallipoli.
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Turkish countryside with historical commentary along the way.
🏛 Stop 1: Brighton Beach & ANZAC Cove
Visit ANZAC Cove, where Australian and New Zealand troops first landed on April 25, 1915.
Walk along the pebbled shores, reflecting on the bravery and hardships endured by the soldiers.
🪦 Stop 2: Beach Cemetery & Lone Pine Memorial
Pay your respects at Beach Cemetery, where many ANZAC soldiers rest.
Visit the Lone Pine Memorial, dedicated to the Australian soldiers who fought in one of Gallipoli’s bloodiest battles.
🪖 Stop 3: Chunuk Bair Memorial (New Zealand Memorial)
Stand at Chunuk Bair, where New Zealand troops heroically captured high ground in August 1915.
Learn about the determined resistance from Turkish forces led by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, who later became the founder of modern Turkey.
⚔ Stop 4: Johnston’s Jolly & The Trenches
Explore the original trenches and tunnels, still visible today.
Gain insight into the brutal conditions endured by both ANZAC and Turkish soldiers.
🎗 Stop 5: The Turkish 57th Regiment Memorial
Visit the memorial dedicated to the Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment, who fought fiercely to defend their homeland.
Understand how this battle shaped Turkish national identity, as told through the words of Atatürk’s famous tribute to the ANZACs.
🍽 Lunch Break & Return to Istanbul
Enjoy a lunch break in a local restaurant, reflecting on the day’s experience.
Drive back to Istanbul, arriving in the evening.
Why Join This Tour?
✔ Experience an emotional & historically significant journey.
✔ Walk in the footsteps of ANZAC soldiers & learn their stories.
✔ Visit key battle sites, cemeteries, and trenches.
✔ Gain a deeper understanding of both the ANZAC & Turkish perspectives.
✔ Led by expert guides with 20+ years of experience.
Important Notes
📌 Tour Duration: Full-day tour (Approx. 14–16 hours, including travel time).
📌 Dress Code: Comfortable walking shoes recommended.
📌 Hotel Pickup: Available from central Istanbul locations.
📌 Lunch Included: Traditional Turkish meal provided.
🌿 Join us on this unforgettable journey through Gallipoli, where history, heroism, and remembrance come together.
Book now and honor the past with a visit to one of the most significant battlefields in ANZAC history.
