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Samyeli Travel:
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9 Day Anzac Tour
9 Day Tour gives you a great overview of what Turkey has to offer
and concludes with the Anzac Day Commemorations in Gallipoli before
heading to Istanbul.
Anzac Day Tours Early Booking Discount
until 30th September a) 1-3 people = 10% early booking discount
b) 4-more people = 15% group discount Please Note = These discounts are off the tour prices and not
additional activities such as Early Acc, Gala Dinner, etc...
Start Date: 18/04 - Monday
Finish Date: 26/04 - Tuesday
Starts: Istanbul
Finish: Istanbul
Places Visited: Istanbul – Pamukkale - Kusadasi - Selcuk -
Ephesus - Sirince - Bergama -Edremit - Troy - Gallipoli
Duration: 9 Days – 8 Nights
Price: Double/Twin/Triple: £369.00 - Single: £459.00 If you are travelling alone and would prefer to pay the lower
rate then we can match you up with someone of the same gender to
share a twin/triple room (Subject to Availability).
Great
Value for Money! Transportation
in a fully Air-Conditioned, Non-Smoking new model Luxury Coach, Fluent
English speaking professional tour guide for the duration of the
tour, Anzac
Day 2011 - Commemorative T-Shirt A
range of Gallipoli documentaries & movies to watch during bus
journeys, Early
Arrival at Anzac Cove on the 24th April Includes
all entrance fees, Anzac
Day memorial services at Gallipoli, All
accommodation as per itinerary in 3 & 4 star hotels, We
have Turkish, Australian and New Zealand staff who have good
knowledge of Gallipoli and Turkey, Private
Security, No
camping! No hidden extra costs. Don't wake up to Nightmares, We
have been running Anzac tours for many years and know what Anzac day
in Gallipoli is all about.
Day One: Monday 18th April - Arrival in
Istanbul Welcome to Turkey and the beginning of your Anzac tour!
Once you have checked into your hotel (Please note that check in
times vary between hotels but are normally no earlier than noon) you
have the rest of the day free to explore Istanbul and you will meet
your guide later that evening who will give you information about
the tour and answer any questions you might have.
If you arrive into Ataturk International Airport on the 18th
April then your tour includes an airport transfer to your hotel and
you will be met at the airport by the Samyeli Travel team. Paid
airport transfers from Sabiha Gokcen Airport in Istanbul on the 18th
April are also available at certain times (Please see FAQs) and if
arriving by alternative means then you will be provided details of
your hotel in April by email so you can make your own way there. Overnight: Istanbul
Day Two: Tuesday 19th April - Istanbul City
Tour
This morning we partake in a fully guided tour of the only city to
span two continents. We will visit the Hagia (St.) Sophia,
one of the greatest marvels of architecture, constructed as a
basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian. Blue Mosque,
facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue Iznik tiles and unique
with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. Hippodrome,
center of sportive (chariot races, athletics) events and political
activities of the old city. Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine
Column, German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments
decorating Hippodrome. There will also be free time available for
shopping at Istanbul's famous Grand Covered Bazaar, Most
attractive shopping center and biggest "souk" in the world with
nearly 4000 shops selling antiques, jewellery, gold, souvenirs and
much more... The rest of the day is yours to relax or explore around
Istanbul further on your own. Overnight: Istanbul Meals: Breakfast
Day Three: Wednesday 20th April - Istanbul
to Pamukkale
Today we will make our way to Pamukkale and part of this journey
will be carried out by ferry across the Sea of Marmara which is a
great relaxing way to travel. Once we arrive in Pamukkale we will
check in to our hotel and the rest of the night is yours to enjoy
and relax. Overnight: Pamukkale Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day Four: Thursday 21st April - Tour of
Calcium Terraces & Hierapolis
Today we wake up early and after breakfast we will look around the
Calcium Terraces of Pamukkale and visit the ruins of
Hierapolis. We will then drive to the seaside town of Kusadasi
and check into your hotel. Later that day you have the option of a
relaxing traditional Turkish Bath. Overnight: Kusadasi Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Turkish Bath - 21st April - Kusadasi
Enjoy a Traditional Turkish Bath
Relax on the 'Belly Stone' and be washed and massaged by expert
hands.
Only £15.00pp
Day Five: Friday 22nd April - Visit to
Ephesus Ruins & Village of Sirince
Today we will visit one of the best-preserved ruins in the world....Ephesus.
First we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven
wonders of the ancient world where your guide will explain to you
the significance of this important site. Following this we will make
our way to Ephesus which was one of the most important
cultural centers of the ancient word. We will visit the Ephesus
ruins, Odeon, Celcus Library and the Theatre which is still in
use today for concerts and has an amazing capacity of 25,000. As we
walk through this ancient site you will notice the streets paved
with marble which gives a hint to this city's great wealth many
years ago. Then we will drive to the scenic mountain side Village
of Sirince and we will visit the Antique Church, Mosque and
Typical Turkish Houses. Sirince is very popular for its style of
building, streets and hand made fruit wines and is a nice relaxing
way to finish your day. After the tour, we will stop near Selcuk for
shopping facilities and a demonstration of the textile production
which is famous in this region. Overnight: Kusadasi Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day Six: Saturday 23rd April -
Kusadasi to Edremit via Bergama
After breakfast we depart for Bergama where your guide will show you
around the Acropolis Ruins of the ancient Greek City of Pergamon.
There will be time for a lunch break before we continue on the way
to Edremit where we will check in to our hotel in this well known
holiday spot for a bit of 'R & R'. Overnight: Edremit Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day Seven: Sunday 24th April - Troy
& Gallipoli Tour - Dawn Service
After breakfast we will travel to the ancient city of Troy,
the famous archaeological and mythological site which is home of the
“Trojan Horse” and “Helen of Troy”. We will then make our way via
Canakkale and cross the Dardenelles by ferry to the Gallipoli
Peninsula and you will have a fully guided tour including a visit to
the Kabatepe War Museum, Anzac Cove, Hell Spit Cemetery, Lone
Pine, The Nek, and Chunuk Bair War memorial. Your guide will
reveal stories of battle woes and will bring alive the legend of the
Anzac's.
At the conclusion of this tour we will make our way to Anzac Cove
where you can settle in for the afternoon and evening wait for the
Dawn Service early on the 25th. Overnight: Anzac Cove Meals: Breakfast
Day Eight: Monday 25th April - ANZAC
Day (Gallipoli to Istanbul)
At first light the day begins with the Dawn Service held at the
ANZAC Commemorative Site, which will be followed by the Australian
and New Zealand memorial services held at Lone Pine and
Chunuk Bair respectively. Today is the reason you came to Turkey,
to commemorate the sacrifice your forefathers have made. Emotions
run high and this afternoon you will travel back to Istanbul,
arriving there in the late evening. Overnight: Istanbul
Day Nine: Tuesday 26th April - Tour
Ends
After breakfast the tour finishes and we bid farewell to our new
found friends and exchange e-mails. Wherever you are heading to next
you will take unforgettable memories and a new understanding of this
country that plays such an important part in your history. Meals: Breakfast
Tour Includes: Arrival Airport Transfers
Arrival airport transfers are free for customers arriving at
Ataturk International Airport between 12 noon and midnight on
the 18th April. For full details on how our airport transfers work
and getting to your hotel on the first day of the tour then please
see the FAQ section.
IMPORTANT: It is essential that customers who wish to use our
transfer service send us full flight details including airline name,
flight number, terminal number, arrival time. It is your
responsibility to ensure we have this information before 7th
April otherwise we cannot guarantee that a transfer will be
available.
Accommodation: 3 X Night Istanbul (3 Star), 1 X Night
Pamukkale (3 Star), 2 X Night Kusadasi (3 Star) 1 X Night Edremit (4
Star) 1 X Night Anzac Cove. Meals: 7 X Breakfasts, 4 X Dinners Transport: Air Conditioned (Non Smoking) Coach All Entrance Fees
Professional English speaking Guide
Istanbul City Tour
Pamukkale Tour
Ephesus Tour (including Sirince Village and Temple of Artemis)
Pergamon Acropolis Tour
Troy Tour
Gallipoli Tour
Anzac Day Memorial Services
Tour Excludes:
Meals unless stated
Airport/Hotel/Port Transfers
Drinks
Flight Tickets
Personal Expenses
Tips for Guides and Drivers
Important Information:
If you wish to arrive in Istanbul earlier than the 18th or stay
longer than the 26th then we can arrange pre and post tour
accommodation for you although we have limited availability of this.
The cost of this is per person £30 for a Double/Twin/Triple or £40
for a single room. Please indicate that you require this when making
your booking.
If you are travelling alone and would prefer to pay the lower
rate then we can match you up with someone of the same gender to
share a twin/triple room (Subject to Availability).
Transportation
in a fully Air-Conditioned, Non-Smoking new model Luxury Coach, 
