Welcome to Turkey! – Arrival in Istanbul
📍 Begin Your Unforgettable Journey

📆 Arrival in Istanbul & Leisure Time

✈️ Arrival at Istanbul Airport
✔ Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport (IST), our friendly team will be there to greet you.
✔ Enjoy a comfortable private transfer to your hotel.

🛏️ Settle in & Relax
✔ Check into your accommodation in Istanbul.
✔ Take time to unwind and prepare for the adventure ahead.

🌆 Explore Istanbul at Your Own Pace
✔ Stroll through the charming streets of this historic city.
✔ Enjoy traditional Turkish cuisine at a local restaurant.
✔ Visit a bazaar, café, or scenic viewpoint to soak in the city’s atmosphere.

🔹 Optional Activities for Your Free Time:
✔ Spice Bazaar – Discover aromatic spices, teas & Turkish delights.
✔ Bosphorus Sunset Cruise – Admire Istanbul’s skyline from the water.
✔ Turkish Hammam Experience – Relax with a traditional Turkish bath.
📌 Let us know if you’d like to book an optional experience!

🏨 Overnight in Istanbul
📌 Get ready for an incredible journey filled with history, culture, and remembrance!

🏛️ Istanbul Old City Tour – A Journey Through History
📍 Exploring the Heart of Istanbul’s Heritage

📆 Guided Tour of Istanbul’s Historic Old City
🕣 09:00 AM – Hotel Pickup & Tour Begins
✔ Start your day with a convenient pickup from your centrally located hotel.
✔ Embark on a fully guided tour of Istanbul’s most iconic historical landmarks.

🏛️ Sites You Will Visit:

✔ Hagia Sophia Museum
📌 Step into one of the world’s greatest architectural masterpieces, a symbol of both Byzantine and Ottoman heritage.

✔ Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque)
📌 Admire the breathtaking blue Iznik tiles and elegant domes of this world-famous mosque.

✔ Grand Bazaar
📌 Explore one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, offering unique souvenirs, Turkish carpets, jewelry, and handicrafts.

✔ Topkapi Palace
📌 Walk through the opulent former residence of Ottoman sultans, housing fascinating treasures, relics, and stunning views of the Bosphorus.

✔ Hippodrome of Constantinople
📌 Discover this ancient social and political hub of Constantinople, featuring:
The Obelisk of Theodosius (brought from Egypt)
The Serpent Column (from the Temple of Apollo in Delphi)
The German Fountain (a gift from Kaiser Wilhelm II)

🕔 5:00 PM – Tour Concludes
✔ The guided tour ends back at your hotel or in the Old City, giving you free time to explore further.

🌟 Our Recommendation – Explore the Spice Bazaar!
✔ After the tour, visit the famous Spice Bazaar (self-guided activity).
✔ Immerse yourself in fragrant spices, exotic teas, Turkish delights, and handcrafted goods.
✔ Enjoy a Turkish coffee or baklava at a local café before heading back to your hotel.
📌 This is not included in the tour package, but it’s a fantastic way to extend your day!

📌 Important Notes
✔ Grand Bazaar: Closed on Sundays.
✔ Topkapi Palace: Closed on Tuesdays.
✔ Blue Mosque: Limited access on Fridays due to prayers.

🚍 Hotel Pickup Information
✔ We provide pickups from centrally located hotels in:
Sultanahmet
Sirkeci
Laleli
Aksaray
Taksim
✔ If your hotel is outside these areas, additional charges may apply.
📌 Please contact our team in advance for assistance!

🏨 Overnight in Istanbul

✨ Experience the Magic of Istanbul’s Old City

Sights Visited

📍 A Night of Reflection & Preparation for the Dawn Service

📆 Travel to Gallipoli & Overnight at Anzac Cove
🕦 11:30 AM – Departure from Istanbul
✔ Meet your tour guide at your hotel lobby.
✔ Depart for Eceabat (Gallipoli region) in a comfortable, non-smoking, air-conditioned minibus.
✔ Enjoy a scenic drive, with a stop along the way for refreshments.

🌅 Arriving in Eceabat – Free Time
✔ Afternoon arrival in Eceabat
✔ Spend free time to:
Relax at a local café or along the waterfront.
Explore the Gallipoli region, rich with historical significance.

🚍 8:00 PM – Depart for Anzac Cove
✔ Board the bus for Anzac Cove, where the historic Anzac Day Dawn Service will take place.
✔ Upon arrival, settle into the grandstands and sleeping grounds for the night.

🎥 Overnight at Anzac Cove – A Night of Remembrance
✔ Reflect on the sacrifices of the ANZAC soldiers while watching:
Documentaries & films about the Gallipoli campaign on the big screen.
✔ Experience the somber yet powerful atmosphere as thousands gather in anticipation of the Dawn Service.
📌 This overnight experience at Anzac Cove is a deeply meaningful and emotional part of the journey, allowing you to connect with the past in a profound way.

🔹 Important Notes

🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements:
✔ No sleeping bags or blankets are provided at Anzac Cove.
✔ Participants must bring their own for warmth and comfort.

🍽 Meals:
✔ Bring snacks and water to stay refreshed throughout the night.
📌 Dress warmly, as temperatures can drop significantly overnight.

🏨 Overnight Stay: Under the Stars at Anzac Cove
📌 Tomorrow, you will witness one of the most significant commemorative events of the tour—the Anzac Day Dawn Service.

Sights Visited

📍 A Day of Remembrance & Reflection

📆 Commemorating the ANZAC Legacy
🕓 Early Morning: Preparation for the Ceremonies
✔ A lunch box will be provided to ensure you stay refreshed throughout this meaningful day.
✔ Gather at Anzac Cove for the Dawn Service, a moment of deep reflection and remembrance.

🌅 5:30 AM – Anzac Day Dawn Service at Anzac Cove
✔ Witness the official Anzac Day Dawn Service, honoring the sacrifices made by ANZAC soldiers.
✔ Experience the moving tributes, readings, and hymns that commemorate this historic event.
📌 This emotional ceremony is attended by thousands of Australians, New Zealanders, and visitors from around the world.

🇦🇺 10:30 AM – Australian National Ceremony at Lone Pine
✔ After the Dawn Service, journey to Lone Pine, the site of some of the fiercest battles in Gallipoli.
✔ Participate in the Australian National Ceremony, commemorating the courage and sacrifices of Australian soldiers.
📌 This ceremony is held at the Lone Pine Memorial, which lists the names of nearly 5,000 Australian soldiers who have no known grave.

🇳🇿 11:30 AM – New Zealand National Ceremony at Chunuk Bair
✔ Continue to Chunuk Bair, a site of great significance for New Zealand’s involvement in the Gallipoli campaign.
✔ Attend the New Zealand National Ceremony, paying tribute to the bravery of the New Zealand soldiers who fought on these steep ridges.
📌 Chunuk Bair was a key objective during the August Offensive and remains one of the most sacred places for New Zealanders.

🌅 Afternoon: Return to Eceabat or Canakkale
✔ Following the ceremonies, return to Eceabat, where you will have time to rest and reflect on the day’s events.
📌 Many visitors take this time to visit the local waterfront, enjoy a meal, or share stories of their experience with fellow travelers.

🏨 Overnight in Eceabat or Canakkale
📌 Tomorrow, you will continue your journey with a visit to the legendary city of Troy!

Sights Visited

📍 A Day of Ancient Legends & Historic Reflection

📆 Exploring Troy & Gallipoli Before Returning to Istanbul
🕢 7:30 AM – Breakfast at the Hotel
✔ Start your day with a delicious breakfast at your hotel in Eceabat or Canakkale.
✔ Prepare for a fascinating journey through ancient Troy and the historical battlefields of Gallipoli.

🏛️ 7:45 AM – 12:00 PM: Guided Tour of Troy
✔ Depart for Troy, one of the world’s most legendary archaeological sites.
✔ Discover the mythology, history, and ruins of the ancient city described in Homer’s Iliad.

🔹 Key Highlights of Troy:
✔ The Trojan Horse – Explore the replica of the legendary horse, symbolic of the Greek siege.
✔ Sacrificial Altars – Learn about ancient religious rituals performed in Troy.
✔ The 3,700-Year-Old City Walls – See the fortifications that once protected Troy.
✔ Houses of Troy I (3000–2500 BC) – The earliest remnants of Troy’s civilization.
✔ The Bouleuterion (Senate Building) – A glimpse into political life in Troy.
✔ The Odeon (Concert Hall) – Discover where music and theater performances took place.
✔ Ruins from Troy I to Troy IX – Explore the layers of civilization spanning thousands of years.

📌 This guided tour provides a comprehensive look at the history of Troy, separating fact from legend!

🍽️ 12:00 PM – Lunch at a Local Restaurant
✔ Enjoy a tasty meal in Canakkale, relaxing before the afternoon tour.

⚔️ 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Gallipoli Battlefield Tour
✔ Depart for Gallipoli, a site of profound historical significance for ANZAC soldiers and the Turkish defenders.
✔ Explore the battlefields, cemeteries, and memorials that tell the story of the Gallipoli Campaign of 1915.

🔹 Key Sites in Gallipoli:
✔ Brighton Beach – One of the ANZAC landing beaches.
✔ Beach Cemetery – Final resting place of many ANZAC soldiers, including John Simpson Kirkpatrick.
✔ Anzac Cove – The historic landing site of ANZAC troops on April 25, 1915.
✔ Ariburnu Cemetery – A peaceful burial site for ANZAC soldiers.
✔ Anzac Commemorative Site – A place to reflect on the sacrifice and bravery of soldiers.

✔ Respect to Mehmetcik Statue – A tribute to Turkish soldiers who defended Gallipoli.
✔ Lone Pine Australian Memorial – Dedicated to Australian troops who fought in the August Offensive.
✔ Johnston’s Jolly – Walk among preserved trenches and tunnels used by both ANZAC and Turkish forces.
✔ Turkish 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery – Honoring the bravery of Turkish soldiers.
✔ The Nek – Site of a tragic and ill-fated ANZAC charge, famously depicted in the movie Gallipoli.
✔ Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial – The main New Zealand memorial, marking their key role in the battle.

📌 This tour is a powerful experience, offering a deeper understanding of the bravery, struggles, and loss experienced on both sides during the Gallipoli Campaign.

🚍 6:00 PM – Depart for Istanbul
✔ Board a comfortable tour bus for the journey back to Istanbul.
✔ Enjoy the scenic drive, reflecting on the historical and emotional experiences of the day.
✔ Estimated travel time: 5 hours, with rest stops along the way.

🌃 Late Evening: Arrival in Istanbul
✔ Arrive in Istanbul late in the evening.
✔ Transfer to your hotel for a well-deserved rest.

🏨 Overnight in Istanbul
📌 Tomorrow, you’ll have time to explore more of Istanbul or prepare for your departure!

✨ Experience the Depth of History – From Troy to Gallipoli!

Sights Visited

🌍 End of Tour in Istanbul – Farewell & Reflections
📍 A Journey Through History & Remembrance Comes to a Close

📆 Departure from Istanbul
✔ Your memorable 6-day journey through Turkey concludes today in Istanbul.
✔ Take this time to reflect on the incredible experiences, from:
The breathtaking landmarks of Istanbul.
The moving Anzac Day ceremonies at Anzac Cove, Lone Pine & Chunuk Bair.
The historic battlefields of Gallipoli.
The legendary ruins of Troy.

✈️ Departure Assistance
✔ Private airport transfers are available upon request.
✔ If you have a late flight, consider:
Exploring Istanbul further (optional city tours available!).
Enjoying a farewell meal at a scenic Bosphorus-view restaurant.
Shopping for last-minute souvenirs at Spice Bazaar or Grand Bazaar.

🌍 Extend Your Journey!
✔ If you’d like to explore more of Turkey, we can assist with additional tours to:
Cappadocia – Hot air balloon rides over fairy chimneys.
Pamukkale & Hierapolis – Stunning white travertine terraces & ancient ruins.
Ephesus & House of the Virgin Mary – One of the world’s best-preserved Roman cities.
Konya & Mevlana Museum – Home of the famous Whirling Dervishes.
📌 Let us know if you’d like to add more unforgettable experiences to your journey!

💙 Thank You for Traveling With Us!
✔ We truly appreciate being part of your historical and cultural exploration of Turkey.
✔ Safe travels & we hope to welcome you back again soon!

🏨 End of Tour – Farewell from Istanbul