8 day Anzac Tour Bravo

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8 day Anzac Tour Bravo

Overview

Anzac Day, 25 April, is one of Australia’s most important national occasions. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand forces during the First World War. With this tour our guest will be honored their ancestor.

  • Enjoy fantastic aerial views
  • Excellent value for money
  • Vegetarian meal option available
  • Fully narrated tour
  • Special Offer
  • Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience

Whats included

  • 7 nights accommodation
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Dinner (4)
  • Breakfast (7)

Whats excluded

  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities

Meeting And Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Meeting point

Istanbul
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End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Pickup details

30 days before ı will write your hotel name and room number all

What To Expect

Day 1

Day One: 21st April – Arrival in Istanbul

Samyeli Travel – Ephesus Tours from Kusadasi and ANZAC Day Tours:
he 8 Day Anzac Tour (B-Bravo) is the ideal option for those with enough time to really experience what Turkey has to offer, as well as the ANZAC Day commemorations. It is also perfect for those who wish to carry on travelling after their tour. The tour begins on the 21st of April in Istanbul. During your time with us, you will receive fully guided tours of Istanbul and Gallipoli before heading to Anzac Cove for the ANZAC Day services on the 24th. After the commemorations, you will receive fully guided tours of Pergamon and Ephesus. The tour will end in Kusadasi on the 28th, giving you the opportunity to continue travelling through Turkey or catch a ferry to the Greek islands. ________________________________________ Start Date: Wednesday 21st April Finish Date: Wednesday 28th April Starts: Istanbul Finish: Kusadasi Places Visited: Istanbul, Gallipoli,Troy, Edremit, Pergamon, Selçuk, Ephesus, Sirince, Kusadasi Duration: 8 Days (7 Nights) • Transportation in our fully air conditioned luxury coach (Non-smoking) • A fluent English speaking tour guide throughout the duration of your tour • An ANZAC Day commemorative T-Shirt • Early arrival in Anzac Cove on the 24th of April • Overnight stay at Anzac Cove on the 24th of April • During your bus journeys, we show a range of movies and documentaries about Gallipoli • All entrance fees included • ANZAC Day memorial services in Gallipoli • Accommodation in 3 and 4 star hotels (as per itinerary) • Turkish, Australian and New Zealand staff with great knowledge of Turkey and Gallipoli • No hidden costs! • No camping! Day One: Wednesday 21st April – Arrival in Istanbul Welcome to Turkey! After checking into your hotel, you will have the afternoon free to exploreIstanbul at your own pace. Later in the evening, you will meet your guide who will answer any questions you may have, and give you all the information about your tour. Following this meeting we have a welcome drink for all tours starting on the 21st April and a chance for you to meet everyone. If you arrive at Ataturk International Airport on the 21st of April, an airport transfer to your hotel is included in your tour package. A member of the Samyeli Travel team will meet you at the airport. If you are arriving at Sabiha Gokcen Airport, paid airport transfers are also available at certain times (Please see FAQs). If you are arriving by alternative means, you will be emailed your hotel details in April so you can make your own way there. Overnight: Istanbul

Accommodation: 4 or 5 star hotels with BB
Meals: Breakfast

Day 2

Day Two: 22nd April – Istanbul City Tour

Istanbul:
Day Two: Thursday 22nd April – Istanbul City Tour This morning, we partake in a fully guided tour of Istanbul, the only city to span two continents. Some of the highlights of this tour will include; the Hagia (St.) Sophia, on of the great marvels of architecture, constructed in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian; the Blue Mosque, famous for its unique 6 minarets and blue Iznik tiles; Hippodrome, the centre of sporting and political activities of the old city; Topkapi Palace, the great palace of the Ottoman Sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries, housing an amazing collection of silver, crystal and Chinese porcelain, robes worn by Sultans and their families, the jewels of the Imperial Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed. The rest of the day is yours to explore Istanbul, or you can join us on the optional Bosphorus Cruise and Gala Evening. Overnight: Istanbul Meals Included: Breakfast.

Accommodation: 4 OR 5 STAR HOTEL
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3

Day Three: 23rd April – Istanbul to Gallipoli – Guided Tour of Gallipoli

Gallipoli:
After an early breakfast, we will begin our drive to WWI Battlefield of Gallipoli. During this drive, we will also be showing a movie or documentary about Gallipoli, to help give you an idea of the type of people who fought in this war, and for you to picture the conditions 104 years ago. We will also have a break for lunch. Once we reach our destination, we will begin a fully guided tour of Gallipoli, visiting various sites including; Anzac Cove, Kabatepe War Museum, Lone Pine, the Nek, Hell Spit Cemetery and the Chunuk Bair War Memorial. Your guide will bring alive the legends of the Anzac’s, telling you stories of the battles and those who fought in them. Visiting the Gallipoli Peninsula on the 23rd of April is a great opportunity to explore the area before the crowds arrive on the 24th. In the evening, we will travel to our luxurious accommodation for an all-you-can-eat buffet dinner. Overnight: Edremit Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: WE WİLL STAY CANAKKALE OR EDREMİT HOTEL WİTH DİNNER AND BREAKFAST
Meals: Breakfast Dinner

Day 4

Day Four: 24th April – Relax and Prepare for Anzac Day at Gallipoli

Canakkale:
Today is a chance to sleep until late, and rise to a full breakfast. Throughout the day, you have the option to partake in a number of activities including; football, tennis, volleyball, basketball, relaxing at the beach, swimming in the outdoor pool or just strolling around the gardens and parks. Make sure you get plenty of rest, as ANZAC Day will be a long and busy day. You can enjoy a buffet dinner before heading out for Gallipoli late in the afternoon. Once we arrive, we can ensure a good spot for the dawn service. Important: For your overnight stay at Anzac Cove, you will need to bring a day pack. Once your main luggage is loaded onto the coach in Edremit, it is securely locked overnight. This means that you will not be able to access it again until we arrive at Istanbul on the evening of the 25th. Please also note that during your overnight stay at Anzac Cove, the weather can be very cold. We strongly suggest that you bring sleeping bags, warm clothing and blankets. We also recommend a wet weather jacket in case of rain. Overnight: Anzac Cove Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: 4 OR 5 STAR HOTEL WE WİLL WRİTE YOU 30DAYS BEFORE TOUR START
Meals: BreakfastDinner

Day 5

Day Five: 25th April – ANZAC Day (Gallipoli to Edremit)

Anzac Cove:
The Dawn Service begins at first light on the 25th, a truly moving experience for everyone. The service includes tributes and tales of your fellow countrymen, as the many thousands who have gathered remember the fallen. After the Dawn Service, we will make our way to various sites for other commemorations. The first site we will visit will be the Australian Service at Lone Pine, followed by the New Zealand Service at Chunuk Bair. After the NZ service, your guide and coach will pick you up , after visiting Gallipoli , we will travel to the Ancient City of Troy. A world famous archaeological and mythological site, Troy is home to the “Trojan Horse” and “Helen of Troy”.Then we will depart for Edremit and arrive in the late evening. Overnight: Edremit Meals Included: Lunchbox and Dinner

Accommodation: overnight anzac cove
Meals: Breakfast

Day 6

Day Six: 26th April – Edremit to Kusadasi via Bergama

Kusadasi:
Day Six: Monday 26th April – Edremit to Kusadasi via Bergama After breakfast, we depart for Bergama, where you will be given a guided tour around theAncient Medical Centre Asclepion in Pergamum. Here, we’ll have a lunch break before continuing our journey to Kusadasi. Here, we will stop in Selçuk, an area famous for textile production and will watch a demonstration of this ancient craft. Once we have checked into our hotel in Kusadasi, you have the option to visit a traditional Turkish Bath; a must-do for anyone visiting Kusadasi. Overnight: Kusadasi Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner.

Accommodation: over night kusadasi with dinner and breakfast we will stay samyeli rezidans your own apartment
Meals: Breakfast Dinner

Day 7

Day Seven: 27th April – Visit to Ephesus Ruins & Village Of Sirince

Ephesus Museum:
Today begins with a guided visit to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Here, you will learn from your guide all about the temple and the significance of this important historical site. We then move on to Ephesus, one of the best preserved ruins in the world, and formally one of the most important cultural centres of the ancient world. Whilst here, you will walk on the amazing streets paved with marble, and see the Ephesus ruins, Celcus Library, Odeon and the Theater which is still used today for concerts, holding an amazing capacity of 25,000. We then take a scenic Village of Sirince, where we will visit the Mosque, Antique Church and Typical Turkish Houses. A relaxing way to finish your day, Sirince is famous for its style of building, streets and handmade fruit wines. After this, we stop near Selçuk for a fashion parade and information on the regions famous leather production. We then drive back to our hotel for the night. Overnight: Kusadasi Meals Included: Breakfast and Dinner

Accommodation: samyeli rezidans your own flat apartment you will stay
Meals: Breakfast Dinner

Day 8

Day Eight: Wednesday 28th April – End of Tour

Kusadasi After breakfast our tour ends, and we bid farewell to our new friends. Wherever you are heading to next, you will take with you unforgettable memories, and a new found understanding of Turkey, a country that plays such a vital role in your own history. If you would like to arrange your onward travel from Kusadasi or ferries to Samos, Samyeli Travel can assist you with this so please let us know at time of booking. Meals: Breakfast ________________________________________ This tour includes: • Transportation in our fully air conditioned luxury coach (Non-smoking) • A fluent English speaking tour guide throughout the duration of your tour • An ANZAC Day commemorative T-Shirt • Early arrival in Anzac Cove on the 24th of April • Overnight stay at Anzac Cove on the 24th of April • During your bus journeys, we show a range of movies and documentaries about Gallipoli • All entrance fees included • ANZAC Day memorial services in Gallipoli • Accommodation in 3 and 4 star hotels (as per itinerary) • Turkish, Australian and New Zealand staff with great knowledge of Turkey and Gallipoli • No hidden costs! • No camping! ________________________________________ Arrival Airport Transfers Arrival airport transfers are free for all customers arriving at Ataturk International Airportbetween 8am and midnight on the 21st 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. ________________________________________ This tour does not include: • Airport/Hotel transfers (unless stated) • Meals/Drinks (unless stated) • Flights • Personal Expenses • Troy Entrance Fee Important Information: If you wish to arrive in Istanbul earlier than the 21st or stay longer than the 28th then we can arrange pre & post tour accommodation for you although we have limited availability of this. The cost of this is per person £35 for a Double/Twin/Triple or £50 for a single room. Please indicate that you require this when making your booking.

Accommodation: Not included
Meals: Not included

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Infant seats available
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 70 travelers
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • Stroller accessible

Frequently Asked Questions

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.

Q: How can I let you know where to pick me up?

We offer pick ups from most hotels. Let us know where you are staying in the ‘Special Requirements’ box in the Traveler Details section during checkout. Or you can let us know after booking by visiting ‘Manage my Booking’ and emailing us there.

Q: I am a vegetarian / I have allergies / I am gluten or lacto free.

Just let us know any dietary requirements in the ‘Special Requirements’ box in the Traveler Details section during checkout. Or you can let us know after booking by visiting ‘Manage my Booking’ and emailing us there.

Q: What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Anzac Day Tours ?

A: The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival

Q: What is the policy on sanitization during Anzac Day Tours ?

A: The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Reviews

Product Code: 14354P52

8 Responses

  1. Bravo… Really bravo I say to this tour organization.
    We visited many places during the tour long 8 days. The foods and places to eat are very exciting. All of them belong to Turkish culture. The one is bravo… I say to the tour organization bravo.

  2. If you want to choose this tour, you must make a booking before April. Also, I suggest that you call the company before booking.

Product Code: 14354P52