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On a day trip from Istanbul to Gallipoli, Visit the key sites of the Gallipoli Peninsula, the scene of one of World War I’s costliest military campaigns. Gallipoli is common story of Turkey, Australia, New Zealand, British, France, India. Not only a story of war also story of friendship.
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English
16 Hours
No required advance payment, you can pay it at the tour.
Preready ticket for skip the line.
We provide Pick Up and Drop off to centerally located hotels in Taksim, Sultanahmet, Old City, Beyoglu areas for tours.
Kick off your small-group tour by meeting your guide and air-conditioned coach transport either at your hotel. Then, enjoy views of the Sea of Marmara as you follow the European coast towards the Gallipoli peninsula.
Arrive in Gallipoli and begin your excursion to the famous World War I sites. Listen as you guide explains how Australian and New Zealand forces invaded the shores of Gallipoli in 1915 with the goal of sacking Istanbul, then the Ottoman capital Constantinople. Their hopes were immediately crushed by Ottoman Turk soldiers who battled the Aussies and Kiwis for more than six months to a standstill.
Learn about the thousands who perished from both sides on these battlegrounds which now serve as a place of remembrance. Hop off your coach at ANZAC Cove and hear about the first day Australian and New Zealand forces landed at the cove. Wander through symbolic battlegrounds and stroll the beautiful headlands. Then, visit Australia’s primary memorial location, Lone Pine which was named for a single pine tree that lived here. See the names of 5,000 soldiers who rest here after dying in battle.
Next, explore the Nek’s war torn trenches and listen to stories of soldiers who attacked from hiding places within nearby forests. Continue to Chunuk Bair and hear how the Allies bravely captured this site but were unable to defend it. Also, stop and observe the memorials of courageous New Zealanders who fought till the end.
Stop at Burnu Cemetery to honor the 252 servicemen who lay rest here. Then, enjoy passing by Johnson’s Jolly trenches, the Beach Cemetery and Brighton Beach before heading back to Istanbul.
After you arrive to Istanbul, you will be dropped off your hotel or orginal departure point.
Meal: Lunch
Admission Tickets : Included
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