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8 -10 Hours
Daily Tour
12 people
English, Español
Embark on a profound journey through history with a truly exclusive experience. Our “Gallipoli Battlefield Pilgrimage” tour is offered at a single, fixed price for your entire group up to 12 PAX, ensuring a personalized and cost-effective experience without per-person charges. This full-day, expertly-guided tour is a respectful pilgrimage to the sacred battlegrounds that profoundly shaped the identities of modern Turkey, Australia, and New Zealand.
Your exclusive, full-day tour begins with a convenient transfer from your Istanbul Hotel. Your expert local guide will bring the campaign’s stories to life as you travel in a comfortable, private vehicle.
The tour is a comprehensive and moving exploration of the Gallipoli Peninsula. You will bear witness to the bravery and sacrifice of soldiers from multiple nations as you visit preserved trenches, cemeteries, and memorials.
You will stand at the legendary Anzac Cove, a place of profound significance where Australian and New Zealand forces first landed. You’ll then pay tribute at the Lone Pine Cemetery, a solemn site commemorating the immense sacrifice of Australian soldiers.
The journey continues to the strategic heights of Chunuk Bair, the highest point on the peninsula. Here, you’ll see the New Zealand Memorial and enjoy panoramic views over the Dardanelles. You’ll also visit the moving Turkish Memorial (57th Regiment), a tribute to the Turkish soldiers who fought valiantly in the region.
The tour also includes a visit to Cape Helles, where British and French forces landed, and a moment of reflection at the Martyrs’ Memorial (Şehitler Abidesi) and the French Cemetery. You will also see Suvla Bay, the site of a major Allied offensive.
Finally, to deepen your understanding, you will experience the Gallipoli Simulation Center, which uses cutting-edge technology to recreate the 1915 campaign with immersive and interactive exhibits.
After a day of poignant reflection and historical discovery, you will be comfortably transferred back to your starting point, with a new appreciation for the enduring legacy of this pivotal moment in history.
Our guide will pick you up from your Istanbul hotel. And Transfer to Gallipoli will start.
After Tour ends, will back to Istanbul.
Starting the tour early in the morning, around 07:00 AM, is recommended to make the most of your day and avoid to kill your day with travelling.
There isn’t always a strict dress code, but it’s recommended to dress modestly and respectfully when visiting cultural or religious places. In general, wearing clothing that covers shoulders and knees is a good guideline. Comfortable yet modest attire ensures you can enjoy your visit without drawing unwanted attention.
The tour involves little amount of walking. Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended.
Most major historical and cultural sites do have entrance fees. However, when you join a guided tour, these fees are usually included in the package price unless stated otherwise. It’s always a good idea to check the tour details in advance to know exactly what is covered.
Yes, the tour can be customized based on your interests.
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