ANZAC Day - Colonel Tour
ANZAC Day - Colonel Tour
ANZAC Day - Colonel Tour
13 Days Starting and ending in Istanbul, Turkey
Visiting: Istanbul, Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Konya, Cappadocia, Antalya
Tour operator:
Tour code:
ADCOL25
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 20
Age range:
8-99
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
Embark on the ANZAC Day - Colonel Tour, a captivating journey through Turkey's rich history and cultural heritage. Begin in Istanbul, exploring iconic landmarks like the Blue Mosque, St. Sophia Museum, and Topkapi Palace. Experience the poignant Gallipoli Battlefields, including ANZAC Cove and the Lone Pine Memorial, and attend the moving ANZAC Day Dawn Service. Discover the ancient city of Troy, the mystical ruins of Ephesus, and the stunning travertines of Pamukkale. Traverse the Silk Road to Konya and marvel at Cappadocia's unique landscapes and underground cities. Conclude with the ancient sites of Perge, Aspendos, and Side in Antalya. Enjoy professional guidance, comfortable accommodations, and a blend of included meals as you delve into Turkey's past and present on this unforgettable tour.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Welcome To Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Port Bosphorus Hotel (4 star)
Welcome to Istanbul, where you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Tonight, meet your guide and the rest of your group.
Day 2 : Istanbul Old City
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Port Bosphorus Hotel (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast, you enjoy a fully guided tour of the only city to span two continents, visiting the Blue Mosque, St. Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace (including Hagia Irene and the Harem), the Hippodrome and the Grand Bazaar. Tonight don't miss the optional Turkish Folklore evening.
Day 3 : Gallipoli Battlefields
Location: Gallipoli
Accommodation Name: MD Barbaros Hotel (Special Class)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
One of the most emotionally touching places in Turkey, today we visit the WWI Battlefields of Gallipoli including Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair Memorials, ANZAC Cove, The Nek, Johnston's Jolly, original trenches and tunnels.
Day 4 : Anzac Day At Gallipoli
Location: Gallipoli
Accommodation Name: MD Barbaros Hotel (Special Class)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Awake before sun rise for the ANZAC Day Dawn Service. We become aware of the almost deafening silence as the moving service to commemorate our fallen forefathers on this special day begins. You will then have the chance to attend the Australian or New Zealand Memorial service before returning to the hotel in the afternoon.
Day 5 : Troy, Troy Museum
Location: Troy
Accommodation Name: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel (Boutique)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Depart from Canakkale and head towards Troy where we will explore the and award-winning Troy Museum and the ancient city of Troy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk through the legendary city walls, stand where heroes like Achilles and Hector once battled, and marvel at the remnants of temples and theatres that whisper stories of a glorious past.
Day 6 : Ephesus, Sirince, Kusadasi
Location: Ephesus
Accommodation Name: Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel (Boutique)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Absorb yourself in history today with a guided tour of Ephesus and a visit to the site of the Temple of Artemis. Feel the mystical atmosphere of the ancient city and theatre before continuing to the former Greek village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wines. Carpet weaving has long traditions in Turkey and at the carpet village we learn how the carpets are made by hand and what determines their value.
Day 7 : Pamukkale, Hierapolis
Location: Pamukkale
Accommodation Name: Adem Pira Hotel (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
This morning we will enjoy a display of locally handcrafted leather goods before heading to the magnificent white calcium terraces, known as Travertines, in Pamukkale where we also tour the ancient city of Hierapolis. Take a dip, amongst ancient columns, in the hot springs that were used in Roman times for their therapeutic powers.
Day 8 : Silk Road, Konya, Cappadocia
Location: Konya
Accommodation Name: Gamirasu Hotel (Boutique Cave)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Today we travel the ancient Silk Road visiting Sultanhani Caravansary and the Mevlana museum in Konya along the way. Tonight, don't miss the optional traditional Turkish folklore evening!
Day 9 : Goreme, Underground City
Location: Cappadocia
Accommodation Name: Gamirasu Hotel (Boutique Cave)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner
Marvel at the lunar landscape of Cappadocia today as we visit the Goreme Valley Open Air Museum and the fairy chimneys, and explore the many levels of an underground city.
Day 10 : Antalya
Location: Antalya
Accommodation Name: RuinAdalia Hotel (Boutique)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today we fly over the central part of the country, to Antalya. You will be met at the airport and transfered to your hotel. The remainder of the day is free time to explore.
Day 11 : Perge, Aspendos, Side
Location: Antalya
Accommodation Name: RuinAdalia Hotel (Boutique)
Meals Included: Breakfast
Full day tour of the ancient ruins of Perge and Aspendos. In Aspendos, you can see the Roman Theatre built in the 2nd century and seating 15,000 people. Side is one of the best classical sites in Turkey with its Temple of Apollo and ancient ruins.
Day 12 : Antalya, Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Accommodation Name: Port Bosphorus Hotel (4 star)
Meals Included: Breakfast
You will be transferred to Antalya Airport for your flight to Istanbul, where you will be met and transferred to your hotel and have the remainder of the day is free.
Day 13 : Istanbul
Location: Istanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast
Our tour concludes after breakfast and we bid farewell to our new friends.
What's Included
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Professional English-speaking tour guide
A professional English-speaking tour guide will accompany you for the duration of the tour.
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Transportation
Transportation is provided in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle.
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Domestic flights and transfers
Domestic flights between Antalya and Istanbul, and between Antalya and Cappadocia (possibly via Istanbul), including transfers, are included.
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Entrance fees
Entrance fees to various sites and attractions are included.
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Tips
Tips are included, except for the driver and guide.
What's Not Included
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Optional activities
Suggested optional activities are not included.
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Tips for driver and guide
Tips for the driver and guide are not included.
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Travel insurance
Compulsory travel insurance is not included.
Meals
12 breakfasts, 0 lunches, 7 dinners
Mode of Transport
Travel in style with fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicles, and enjoy domestic flights between Antalya and Istanbul, as well as Antalya and Cappadocia, ensuring a seamless and comfortable journey throughout Turkey.
Accommodation
Enjoy comfortable stays at a variety of accommodations including the 4-star Port Bosphorus Hotel in Istanbul, the special class MD Barbaros Hotel in Gallipoli, and boutique options like the Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel in Kusadasi and the Gamirasu Hotel in Cappadocia.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle, as well as domestic flights between Antalya and Istanbul, and between Antalya and Cappadocia (possibly via Istanbul), with transfers included.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, the tour package includes 12 breakfasts and 7 dinners.
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Is there a guide provided for the tour?
Yes, a professional English-speaking tour guide is provided for the duration of the tour.
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What is the accommodation like during the tour?
The tour includes 12 nights of accommodation at various hotels, including the Port Bosphorus Hotel in Istanbul, MD Barbaros Hotel in Çanakkale, Ilayda Avantgarde Hotel in Kuşadası, Adem Pira Hotel in Pamukkale, Gamirasu Hotel in Cappadocia, and RuinAdalia Hotel in Antalya.
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Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour?
Yes, entrance fees to the attractions visited during the tour are included.
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What is the significance of the ANZAC Day Dawn Service during the tour?
The ANZAC Day Dawn Service is a moving ceremony to commemorate the fallen forefathers of Australia and New Zealand. It takes place at Gallipoli, a significant site from World War I, and participants have the chance to attend the Australian or New Zealand Memorial service.
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What optional activities are available during the tour?
Optional activities include a Turkish Folklore evening in Istanbul and a traditional Turkish folklore evening in Cappadocia.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, compulsory travel insurance is not included in the tour package and must be arranged separately.
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What policies are in place for Covid-19?
Please contact us for our latest Covid-19 policies, however, we adhere to recommended health & safety guidelines on all our tours.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Fez Travel has been in operation since 1997.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
Please contact us as soon as possible and we will be able to let you know what is possible and any associated price changes.
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Fez Travel requires a minimum deposit of 25% or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of fez travel charges.
Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.
At 15 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.