What are the key highlights of an Anzac Day tour in Turkey?

The heart of every Anzac Day tour is the moving Dawn Service at Anzac Cove, which you'll experience after visiting the important WWI sites across Gallipoli. You'll walk through the actual trenches and visit meaningful spots like Beach Cemetery, Johnston's Jolly, and the Turkish Memorial. One traveler shared, "We were in complete awe of the occasion and taken to an emotive state in the presence of such bravery and courage." Before heading to Gallipoli, you'll spend time in Istanbul seeing the Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia, typically staying at places like the Kent Hotel.

What kind of accommodation can I expect on an Anzac Day tour?

You'll stay in 3-5 star hotels in cities like Istanbul and Canakkale for most nights. The Kent Hotel Istanbul is a common choice. The most memorable night is spent outdoors at Anzac Cove to get a good spot for the Dawn Service. As one traveler put it, "The hotels were comfortable, though the real experience was spending that special night at Anzac Cove." Most tours include 4-5 nights in hotels plus that one special night under the stars. Breakfast is usually included at the hotels.

What is the best time to arrive for an Anzac Day tour?

Plan to arrive 3-4 days before April 25th. This gives you time to see Istanbul before heading to Gallipoli. The Dawn Service starts at 5:30 AM on Anzac Day, so you'll need to be at Anzac Cove the night before. Most groups leave Istanbul around 9-10 AM on April 24th and get to Gallipoli in the late afternoon to set up for the night.

How long do Anzac Day tours typically last?

Tours run between 4 and 12 days, with most people choosing 6-8 day trips. A popular choice is the 6-day tour with On The Go Tours for about $1,384, which covers Istanbul and the Anzac events. If you want to see more of Turkey, like Cappadocia, Pamukkale, and Ephesus, look for the longer 10-12 day options.

What meals are included in Anzac Day tours?

Your tour usually covers daily breakfast at your hotel and a few dinners along the way. For instance, on a 6-day tour, you'll get 4 breakfasts and 1-2 dinners. For the Dawn Service, you'll get packed meals. One traveler mentioned, "The meal arrangements worked well, though you need to be prepared with snacks for the overnight vigil at Anzac Cove."

What kind of transportation is used during Anzac Day tours?

You'll travel in comfortable buses with air conditioning, and some longer trips include flights within Turkey. When you need to cross the Dardanelles Strait, you'll take a ferry between Eceabat and Çanakkale. The nicer tours, like those with Trafalgar, offer buses with Wi-Fi. Most travelers really like the transportation, especially for those early morning rides to the Dawn Service.

What are the key highlights of an Anzac Day tour beyond the Dawn Service?

There's plenty to see besides the Dawn Service. You can visit the ancient city of Troy and check out its famous wooden horse and new museum. Many tours also take you to the Roman ruins at Ephesus and Istanbul's famous sites like the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. If you're on a longer tour, you might see the white terraces of Pamukkale or the cave churches in Cappadocia. One traveler said, "the whole experience was incredible with our guide Ekrem providing extensive information about Turkey's history throughout the journey."

Anzac Day Tours & Trips

10 best Anzac Day tour packages

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Ancient Wonders
10 Days Anzac Day Tour 2027
4.0 (1 review)
"We saw many great sites and Char never rushed us."
Michele, traveled in April
Duration
10 days
Destinations
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, Selcuk, Kusadasi,Pergamum,Ayvalik,Troy,Çanakkale,Gallipoli+5 more
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Ancient Wonders
3 Days Gallipoli, Troy & Pergamon and Ephesus Private Tour from Istanbul
Duration
3 days
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Istanbul, Selcuk, Pergamum, Troy, Çanakkale, Gallipoli
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$15-Day ANZAC Day Turkey Tour with Gallipoli Dawn Service, Ancient Cities & Free Turkish Bath\$
$15-Day ANZAC Day Turkey Tour with Gallipoli Dawn Service, Ancient Cities & Free Turkish Bath\" - 12 destinations$
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Ancient Wonders
15-Day ANZAC Day Turkey Tour with Gallipoli Dawn Service, Ancient Cities & Free Turkish Bath"
5.0 (2 reviews)
"Especially the blue cruise and Kappadokia were spectacular."
Beate, traveled in October
Duration
15 days
Destinations
Istanbul, Gallipoli, Çanakkale, Kusadasi, Selcuk, Pamukkale,Antalya,Konya,Cappadocia,Safranbolu+4 more
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All Ages Welcome
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ANZAC Day Gallipoli Tour - 6 days
4.5 (3 reviews)
"good tour company for the trip."
susanze, traveled in May
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Istanbul, Gallipoli, Çanakkale, Assos, Ayvalik, Troy,Kilitbahir,Eceabat+2 more
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Ages 18+
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MarmaraWestern Turkey+1 more
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On The Go Tours
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City & Culture
ANZAC Memorial Tour of Turkey - 11 days
4.5 (1 review)
"this tour is fantastic, would highly recomend it."
Kerri, traveled in April
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Istanbul, Cappadocia, Goreme, Zelve, Sultanhani, Konya,Pamukkale,Kusadasi,Pergamum,Assos,Gallipoli,Troy,Kilitbahir,Eceabat+8 more
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Silk Road
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On The Go Tours
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ANZAC Day - Trooper Tour
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2 days
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Istanbul, Çanakkale, Gallipoli
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English
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Fez Travel
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Ancient Wonders
ANZAC Day - Major Tour
Duration
11 days
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Istanbul, Çanakkale, Gallipoli, Troy, Kuşadası, Sirince,Pamukkale,Konya,Cappadocia,Goreme,Ankara+5 more
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Ancient Wonders
Best of Turkey (Summer, 14 Days, 21 destinations)
4.3 (13 reviews)
Duration
14 days
Destinations
Istanbul, Çanakkale, Troy, Gallipoli, Izmir, Pamukkale,Antalya,Aspendos,Konya,Cappadocia,Saratli,Ortahisar,Goreme,Pasabag,Avanos,Ankara+10 more
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Trafalgar
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Anzac Day Tour-12 Days
4.0 (2 reviews)
"Mustafa's Turkey tour was everything and way more than I expected. Highly recommend trip of more than a lifetime giving taste of the treasures of Turkey."
Christopher, traveled in April
Duration
12 days
Destinations
Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Ihlara, Pamukkale, Selcuk,Kusadasi,Pergamum,Ayvalik,Troy,Gallipoli+5 more
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Anzac Day Tour-11 Days
5.0 (3 reviews)
"Turkey is a stunning country & my match for a room-mate was perfect🥰"
Kylie, traveled in April
Duration
11 days
Destinations
Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Ihlara, Pamukkale, Selcuk,Kusadasi,Pergamum,Ayvalik,Troy,Gallipoli+5 more
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Ancient Wonders
6 Days Anzac Day Tour 2027
Duration
6 days
Destinations
Istanbul, Gallipoli, Çanakkale, Troy, Kilitbahir, Eceabat
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All Ages Welcome
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Guide of Ephesus
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Ancient Wonders
8-Day ANZAC Day Tour of Turkey with Gallipoli Dawn Service & Free Turkish Bath
Duration
8 days
Destinations
Istanbul, Gallipoli, Çanakkale, Troy, Pergamum, Kusadasi,Selcuk,Sirince,Pamukkale+3 more
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4 Days ANZAC Day Gallipoli 2026: Dawn Service & Battlefield Legacy
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4 days
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ANZAC Day Express - 4 days
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"Great pace. Fantastic experience."
Lynley, traveled in April
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4 days
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On The Go Tours
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Ancient Wonders
12 Days Anzac Day Tour 2027
Duration
12 days
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Istanbul, Ankara, Cappadocia, Konya, Pamukkale, Selcuk,Kusadasi,Pergamum,Ayvalik,Çanakkale,Gallipoli+5 more
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