Anzac Day Flexible Turkey tour

Meet on arrival transfer to Your Hotel in Istanbul

Very good located and decorated for Elite guests staying in Istanbul Sultanahmet

07:45 am - 08:15 am Pick up from your hotel and drive to the meeting point to depart for the tour.

Visit,

Hagia Sophia( Can be visited as a mosque since 2019 )

One of the greatest marvels of architecture, Hagia Sophia was founded as a basilica in the 6th century. Built by the order of Byzantine Emperor Justinianus.

St.Sophia was the largest cathedral in the world for nearly a thousand years; it is considered the masterpiece of Byzantine architecture. After being considered the Patriarchal Basilica of Constantinople, it was converted into a mosque in 1453 by Sultan Mehmed II, The Conqueror, which led to adding the minarets, tombs and fountains.

In 1935 it was turned into a museum by Ataturk, and it was turned into a mosque in 2019.

Blue Mosque( Closed on Friday Mornings because of Friday Pray )

Facing Hagia Sophia, famous for its blue Iznik tiles and its unique six minarets, the Blue Mosque was built in the name of Sultan Ahmet.

This is the last great imperial mosque of the classical period. The name for which is commonly now known, “Blue Mosque”, comes from the 20.000 marvellous blue-toned Iznik tiles decorating the interior walls.

Hippodrome and Obelisks

It's a former center of sportive events (chariot races, for example) and political activities of the old city.

The Obelisk of Theodosius, the Serpentine Column, and the German Fountain of Wilhelm II are the monuments that you can find and learn more about while visiting the Hippodrome.

Cafer Aga MadrasaStop by Caferaga Medresesi, of foundation for serving Turkish Culture, also organises various workshop about handicrafts and music.

Grand Covered Bazaar( Closed on Sundays , replaced with Arasta Bazaar )

In this labyrinth of streets and passages are more then 4,000 shops with each trade having its own area: the goldsmiths' street, the carpet sellers,

Turkish arts and crafts, such as handpainted ceramic plates, hand-honed copperware, brassware and trays, water ewers, onyx-ware and meerschaum pipesLunch will be provided in a cozy local restaurant

Topkapi Palace( Closed on Tuesdays, replaced with Basilica Cistern)

This extraordinary and, full of secrets, palace was the residence of the Imperial Ottoman Sultans and the center of the Ottoman Empire for nearly 400 years.

The building is a typical example of Ottoman architecture and the rooms exhibit rich collections of porcelains, robes, weapons, shields, armours,

Ottoman miniatures, Islamic calligraphic manuscripts as well as Ottoman treasures and jewellery.

The Treasury and Harem sections are not included in the program and are due to extra entrance fees)

After the tour finish we will transfer you back to your Hotel

07:45 am- 08:15 am Pick up from your hotel and drive to the meeting point to depart for the tour

Spice Market

Architect Kazim Aga built the Spice Bazaar in 1664. With its eighty six shops packed full of herbs, spices, fresh, preserved and dried food, the Spice Bazaar is a vibrant and fragrant celebration of all things delicious. Shops sell everything from olives, cheeses, Turkish Delight, teas, to scarves, lanterns and Nargile.

Rustempasha Mosque The Rüstem Pasha Mosque was designed by Ottoman imperial architect Mimar Sinan for the grand vizier Rüstem Pasha (the husband of one of the daughters of Suleiman the Magnificent by Hürrem Sultan (Roxelana), Mihrimah Sultan).

Rüstem Pasha died in July 1561 and the mosque was built after his death from around 1561 until 1563. The mosque complex hosts now a religious school.

Bosphorus Cruise

Joining a Bosphorus Cruise is one of the best ways to discover Istanbul.

From the Bosphorus, you can see the whole city from a new perspective. Travel between two continents and get marvelled by the views.

Rumeli Fortress ( from the sea )

Rumelihisarı (also known as Rumelian Castle and Roumeli Hissar Castle) is a fortress located in the Sarıyer district of Istanbul, Turkey, on a hill at the European side of the Bosphorus.

It gives the name of the quarter around it. It was built by the Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II between 1451 and 1452, before his army's conquest of Constantinople.[1]

The three great towers were named after three of Mehmed II's viziers: Sadrazam Çandarlı Halil Pasha, who built the large tower next to the gate; Zağanos Pasha, who built the south tower; and Sarıca Pasha, who built the north tower.

Ortakoy ( No Stop )

Ortakoy (literally Middle Village in Turkish) is a neighbourhood, formerly a small village, within the Beşiktaş district of Istanbul, Turkey, located in the middle of the European bank of the Bosphorus.

Ortakoy was a cosmopolitan area during the Ottoman era and the first decades of the Turkish Republic, with communities of Turks, Greeks, Armenians and Jews. Today the neighbourhood still hosts many different religious (Muslim, Jewish, Orthodox, and other Christian) structures.

It is also a popular spot for locals and tourists alike, with its art galleries, night clubs, cafés, bars, and restaurants.

Bosphorus Bridge

Get the unique chance to drive from Europe to Asia with a breath-taking view of the Bosphorus.

This was the first bridge to connect both continents and it was open on the 30th of October, 1973. It took 3 years to be finished.

Lunch (at the top of Camlica Hill)

Camlica Hill, The highest point of Istanbul has an absolutely magnificent view to offer, which makes it well worth the drive. It gives you a unique chance to view entire city in a single picture.

A lovely cafe stands on the top and you can enjoy a cup of tea and a delicious Simit, while looking at Istanbul.

Dolmabahce Palace(Closed on Mondays, replaced with Galata Tower)

This is one of the most impressive palaces that you will ever visit.

The main palace was built by the leading Ottoman architects of the era, Karabet and Nikogos Balyan, and consists of three parts: the Imperial Mabeyn (State Apartments), Muayede Salon (Ceremonial Hall) and the Imperial Harem.

After the tour we will transfer you back to your Hotel in Istanbul

12:00 Noon Meet the group at Hagia Sophia Museum for bus allocation

12:15 pm Depart from Istanbul, stop half way for refreshments

17:00 pm Arrive Eceabat

-----Free afternoon

20:00 pm Depart for Dawn Service

05:30 am Dawn service

10:30 am Australian service at Lone Pine

11:45 am New Zealand service at Chunuk Bair

-----Return to the hotel - Check in at your hotel

Anzac Hotel is a 3 stars popular hotel offering superior comfort and friendly atmosphere at the heart of Canakkale Turkey

Adress: Saat Kulesi Meydanı No:8 Çanakkale

Kale 17 Hotel is a comfertable hotel for your trip stay

Adress:Kemalpaşa Mah. Matbaa Sk. Merkez/Çanakkale/Türkiye

The Kolin Hotel distance to Çanakkale centrum, Terminal and Airport is 3 km, to Gallipoli Martyrs Memorial 20 and Troya 20 km,

Adress: Boğazkent Mahallesi, Atatürk Caddesi, No : 2/1 Kepez, 17100 Çanakkale, Turkey 

-----Free morning

12:00 noon Restaurant lunch

13:00 pm Departure for Gallipoli tour for Visiting

• Brighton Beach,
• Beach Cemetery,
• ANZAC Cove,
• Ariburnu Cemetery,
• ANZAC Commemorative Site,
• Respect to Mehmetcik Statue,
• Lone Pine Australian Memorial,
• Johnston's Jolly, (Turkish and Allied trenches and tunnels),
• Turkish 57. Infantry Regiment Cemetery,
• The Nek,
• Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial

-----Back to hotel - Overnight at your hotel

08:00 am Depart from the hotel for Fully Guided Troy Tour for visiting

• The Trojan Horse,
• Sacrificial Altars,
• The 3700 year old city walls,
• Houses of Troy I, 3000 B.C. - 2500 B.C.,
• The Bouleuterion (Senate Building),
• The Odeon (Concert Hall),
• Remains of the various cities from Troy I through to Troy IX.

10:30End of Troy tour & depart for Bergama13:30Lunch in Bergama & depart for Fully guided Pergamon Acropolis tourVisiting

• The ancient Pergamon, which once the ancient world's major power,
• Center of learning and the arts,
• The Acropolis,
• The Library once held 200.000 books and Trojan,
• Temple of Athena,
• Temple of Trojan,
• Alter of Zeus ( Now at BERLIN MUSEUM ),
• The Gymnasium situated on terraces,
• The lower Agora,
• The Hellenistic Theater with a seating capacity of 10,000 Temple of Dionysus,

17:30 pm End of the tour & depart for Selcuk / Kusadasi

20:30 pm Arrive your hotel in Selcuk

21:30 pm Arrive your hotel in Kusadasi

Lovely Hotel in Kusadasi where you can enjoy the sea view

07:30 am Pick up from your hotel in Kusadasi

07:45 pm Pick up from your hotel in Selcuk and drive to Pamukkale

12.00 noon Depart for fully guided Pamukkale tourVisiting

• Hierapolis ( Sacred City )
• Necropolis ( tumulus, sarcophagus and house-shaped tombs )
• Domitian Gate
• The Main Street
• Byzantium Gate
• Temple of Apollo
• Plutonium
• Theatre
• Travertines
• Cleopatra's Pool

17:00 pm End of the tour transfer to your hotel  in Kusadasi stay overnight

08:45 am Pick up from your hotel in Kusadasi

Depart for the full day Ephesus Tour

Visiting

• Magnesia gate,
• Agora,
• The Odeon,
• Marble Street,
• Temple of Hadrian,
• The library of Celcus,
• the Fountain of Trajan,
• Curettes street,
• The Great Amphitheatre
• Full Lunch
• The home of Virgin Mary

17:00 pm End of the tour transfer you to  your Hotel in Kusadasi

• Morning we will transfer you to Izmir Airport for your flight to Cappadocia
• ---Catch flight to Kayseri for Cappadocia 
• Meet on arrival at Kayseri Airport transfer you to Aydınlı Cave Hotel
• 03 May we will transfer you to Kayseri airport

One of the best Cave hotel of Cappadocia 

Optional: This morningyou can do hot-air balloon tour

09:30 am - 09:45 am Pick up from your hotel and 

Visit,

• Göreme Open Air Museum 
• Rock Churches
• Uchisar Castle - Natural Rock Castle
• Cavusin Old Greek Village 
• Pasabagi Fairy Chimneys 
• Avanos Pottery Demonstraton
• Devrent - Imagnation Valley
• Urgup Wine Tasting.

17:00 pm End of the tour transfer back to your hotel Stay Overnight 

09:30 am - 09:45 am Pick up from your hotel Depart for fully guided full day tour of Southern Cappadocia

Visit,

• Goreme Panaroma
• Derinkuyu Underground City
• Ihlara Valley - 3,5 km. Walking 
• Belisirma Village
• Selime Monastery
• Uchisar Pigeon Valley

18:00 pm End of the tour transfer back to your hotel Stay Overnight

03 May We will transfer you bak  to Kayseri airport 

• Arrival Transfer from istanbul airport to Hotel
• 3 Nights Byzantium Hotel istanbul (B&B)
• Fullday istanbul Guided tour with lunch
• Fullday Bosphorus cruise and asian side tour with lunch
• All transportation by A/C 'NO - SMOKING' vehicles,
• Dawn Service, Australian and New Zealand Ceremonies,
• Lunch box during ANZAC Day ceremonies,
• Fully Guided Gallipoli Tour with a professional English speaking guide,
• Restaurant lunches in Eceabat & Bergama,
• Fully Guided Troy Tour with a professional English speaking guide,
• Fully Guided Pergamon Acropolis Tour with a professional English speaking guide,
• Entrance fees to Troy & Pergamon Acropolis Ancient Sites, Ferry fees,
• 2 nights hotel accommodation (B&B)
• 3 Night Accoomodation in Kusadasi (B&B)
• Daily Pamukkale guided tour with Lunch
• Daily Ephesus guided tour
• Transfer from Kusadasi to Izmir airport 
• Transfer from Kayseri Airport to Goreme
• 3 Nights Aydınlı Cave Hotel Goreme (B&B)
• 2 Days Guided cappadocia tour with lunch
• Breakfast at Hotel then Transfer to Kayseri airport
• English Speaking guide during the tours
• All Entrance Fees at the sights on itinerary
• Local Taxes

• Personal Expenses
• Drinks at the lunch
• Tips for the guide and driver
• Anything specified as included
• Domestic and international flight tickets
• Visas
• Dinner
• Pamukkale swimming pool

• Hotair Balloon tour in Cappadocia
• Dinner Cruise on the Bosphorus
• Dervish show in Cappadocia
• ATV tour in Cappadocia
• Camel ride tour in Cappadocia