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ANZAC Day Dawn Service

2 days • 5

Excellent

1 reviews

2 days

Start

Istanbul, Turkey

Finish

Istanbul, Turkey

Trip Code

ERAA

Min Age

Trip Size

1 - null

Physical Rating

Meals

1 breakfast, 1 dinner

Transport

Bus

Accommodation

No Accommodation - Event Tour

From £275(2 days)

Trip Informations

Why you’ll love this trip

Pay your respects to the fallen at Gallipoli – a moving and educational experience regardless of your age or background.

Take part in the true Antipodean pilgrimage – something every Australian and New Zealander should experience at some point.

Focus on the Anzac Day Dawn service, with all logistics to and from the site taken care of for you.

Start and end in Istanbul, making this trip to Gallipoli easy to organise during your stay in Turkey.

Have a barbeque dinner in Eceabat before making your way to the Anzac Commemorative site, where you’ll settle in for the night, ready for dawn.

Is this trip right for you?

This trip starts early on Day 1 and also a very late finish on Day 2. Please ensure that you allow sufficient time if you plan to travel on these days.

Itinerary

DAY 1
Day 1 • Istanbul to Gallipoli
Hosgeldiniz. Welcome to Turkey! You’ll meet at the Hotel Centrum in Istanbul at 11 am this morning before transferring by private bus to Gallipoli. When you arrive on the Gallipoli Peninsula, stop to explore the town of Eceabat and enjoy a barbeque dinner before making your way to the Anzac Commemorative site. Please be ready for long delays upon entry, as all visitors will be security screened. For any Australian or New Zealander visiting the Shores of Turkey, a visit to the battlefields of the Gallipoli Peninsula is a must. The battle at Gallipoli in WW1 is seen as a turning point in both nations (and the Republic of Turkey). The names of ANZAC Cove, the Nek and Lone Pine have a special place in the hearts of Antipodeans and are just some of the places you can visit today. You’ll be struck by the beauty and serenity here, which is in stark contrast to the stories your local guide will tell you of the events that unfolded here. Stay overnight in the ceremonial area near ANZAC Cove, under the stars.
Accommodation
Camping under the stars (1 night)
Meals
Dinner
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 6 hours.
The night can be very cold, so it’s imperative you bring a sleeping bag for the night. It’s not possible to sleep during the night, due to the crowds that visit each year and the seating arrangements. To make the most of the experience, come well rested.
This is a sombre affair, and no alcohol is allowed at the event. Other refreshments are provided on site for a reasonable price. Toilet facilities are also available.
DAY 2
Day 2 • Gallipoli to Istanbul
After the main ceremony and rendition of the last post, there is an opportunity to visit other country ceremonies. You may also want to seek out graves that may have personal significance. Later, re-board your bus back to Istanbul, arriving at about 8 pm. When you arrive back in Istanbul, your trip comes to an end. It’s highly recommended you arrange an additional night's accommodation for the evening or plan any departure for the late evening. If you need help organising accommodation, just ask your booking agent at the time of booking.
Meals
Breakfast
Special information
Your travel time today will be approximately 6 hours.

Inclusions

Meals

1 breakfast, 1 dinner

Transport

Bus

Accommodation

No Accommodation - Event Tour

Dates and availability

Starting

Ending

Remaining

Prices From

Thursday Apr 24, 2025

Friday Apr 25, 2025

Trip size max: - 68 spaces left

£275

Important notes

All visitors attending the 2025 ANZAC commemorations at Gallipoli, will require an attendance pass. Visitors are required to apply for this pass prior to event. Details on how to apply are presented below.

Please refer to the important information section of our Essential Trip Information for up to date information on the 2025 event as it is made available to us by local and overseas authorities.

This trip does not include any accommodation. The overnight stay on the Gallipoli Peninsula is spent sleeping under the stars at the commemoration site. Warm clothes and a sleeping bag are recommended, there is no camping equipment provided.

This event is organized by the Australian, New Zealand and Turkish governments and details can change. For this reason, we will provide an updated advice one month prior to departure.

Attendees of the dawn service and ANZAC commemorations should register online with either the Department of Veteran Affairs in New Zealand and OR Australia.

We recommend applying for this pass in advance at the link below. Australian Citizens:

New Zealand citizens can register on the above link or check with the Veteran Affairs in New Zealand for updates.

IMPORTANT ITINERARY INFORMATION

1. No accommodation is provided on this tour. You will sleep out under the stars as the ANZAC's did many years before.

2. This Short Break Adventure starts at 11 am on Day 1, and finishes at approximately 8pm on Day 2.

3. You will be picked up on Day 1 from a centrally located Hotel listed in the Essential Trip Information for this itinerary.

TURKEY: We recommend that you check your government's advice for their latest information on travelling in Turkey before your departure and ensure that your travel insurance covers you for all areas of your itinerary. We have links to prominent government travel advisories and regular updates on issues affecting this trip on our Travel Alerts page -

Reviews (1)

5 stars

Ann

May 01, 2024

This was a fantastic way to see and experience the ANZAC Day celebrations at Gallipoli. This was a Bucket list trip for me and Intrepid made it not only possible but also, memorable and enjoyable. I learnt so much and now understand so much more about our shared history with Turkey.

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