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16 DAY ANZAC TOURS - ANZAC DAY TOURS TURKEY 2012 |
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16 Day Anzac Tour
16 Day Anzac Tour is the ideal way to see a lot of what Turkey has to offer as
well as being part of the yearly pilgrimage to Gallipoli. This tour will take
you to most of Turkey’s famous sights in Turkey. The Tour includes a
fully guided Istanbul Tour on the 22nd April and a
fully guided Gallipoli Tour on the 23rd April before
heading back to the area for Anzac Day and we
will touring to Pergamon, Ephesus, Sirince, Koycegiz, Dalyan, Fethiye (Oludeniz),
Olympos, Antalya, Beysehir (Village home stay), Konya, Cappadocia, Ankara (Mausoleum
of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk)
Start Date: 21/04 –
Saturday
Finish Date: 06/05 –
Sunday
Starts: Istanbul
Finish: Istanbul
Places Visited: Istanbul
– Gallipoli – Pergamon - Kusadasi – Selcuk - Ephesus – Sirince - Dalyan -
Koycegiz – Oludeniz – Olympos - Antalya - Beysehir - Konya - Cappadocia - Ankara
Duration: 16 Days –
15 Nights
Price: Double/Twin/Triple
: £549.00 – Single : £699.00
If you are travelling alone and would prefer to pay the lower rate then we
can match you up with someone of the same gender to share a twin/triple room (Subject
to Availability).
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Anzac Day Tours Booking Discount |
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a)
2-3
people =
7%
discount
b)
4
people =
10%
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c)
5-more
people =
12%
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Please
Note =
These discounts are
off the tour
prices and not
additional
activities such as Early Acc,
Gala Dinner, etc... |
Great Value for Money!
-Transportation in a fully
Air-Conditioned, Non-Smoking new model
Luxury Coach,
-Fluent English speaking professional
tour guide for the duration of the tour,
-Anzac Day 2012 - Commemorative T-Shirt
-A range of Gallipoli documentaries &
movies to watch during bus journeys,
-Early Arrival at Anzac Cove on the 24th
April
-Includes all entrance fees,
-Anzac Day memorial services at
Gallipoli,
-All accommodation as per itinerary in 3
& 4 star hotels,
-We have Turkish, Australian and New
Zealand staff who have good knowledge of
Gallipoli and Turkey,
-Private Security,
-No camping! No hidden extra costs.
Don't wake up to Nightmares,
-We have been running Anzac tours for
many years and know what Anzac day in
Gallipoli is all about.
Day One: Saturday 21st April - Arrival in
Istanbul
Welcome to Turkeyand the beginning of your Anzac tour!
Once you have checked into your hotel (Please note check in times vary between
hotels but are normally no earlier than noon) you have the rest of the day free
to explore Istanbul and you will meet your guide later that evening who will
give you information about the tour and answer any questions you might have.
Following this meeting we have a welcome drink for all tours starting on the 21st April
and a chance for you to meet everyone.
If you arrive into Ataturk International Airport on the 21st April
then your tour includes an airport transfer to your hotel and you will be met at
the airport by the Samyeli Travel team. Paid airport transfers from Sabiha
Gokcen Airport in Istanbul on the 21st April are also available at
certain times (Please see FAQs) and if arriving by alternative means then you
will be provided details of your hotel in April by email so you can make your
own way there.
Overnight: Istanbul
Day Two: Sunday 22nd April - Istanbul City
Tour
This morning we partake in a fully guided tour of the only city to span
two continents. We will visit the Hagia (St.) Sophia, one of the greatest
marvels of architecture, constructed as a basilica in the 6th century by Emperor
Justinian. Blue Mosque, facing Hagia Sophia, famous with its blue Iznik
tiles and unique with 6 minarets, built in the name of Sultan Ahmet. Hippodrome,
center of sportive (chariot races, athletics) events and political activities of
the old city. Obelisk of Theodosius, Serpentine Column, German Fountain of
Wilhelm IIare the monuments decorating Hippodrome. Topkapi Palace The
great palace of the Ottoman sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries
housing an exquisite collection of crystal, silver, and Chinese porcelain, robes
worn by the sultans and their families, the famous jewels of the Imperial
Treasury, miniatures, the Holy Mantle; enshrining relics of the Prophet Mohammed.
The rest of the day is yours free to explore in Istanbul or you can join us on
the optional Bosphorus Cruise and Gala Evening.
Overnight: Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast
Day Three: Monday 23rd April - Istanbul to
Gallipoli - Guided Tour of Gallipoli
After an early breakfast we drive to the World War I Battlefield of
Gallipoli stopping along the way to pick up refreshments for lunch. You will
also have an opportunity to watch a movie about Gallipoli so you get a feel for
the type of people who fought in this war and to help you picture conditions 97
years ago. This afternoon on a fully guided tour, you will visit the Kabatepe War
Museum, Anzac Cove, Hell Spit Cemetery, Lone Pine, The Nek, and Chunuk Bair War
memorial. Your guide will reveal stories of battle woes and will bring alive the
legend of the Anzac's. By visiting the peninsula on the 23rd April we
get to spend more time exploring without the crowds from other tours that arrive
on the 24th. This evening we will travel to our luxurious
accommodation, where an all-you-can-eat buffet dinner awaits.
Overnight: Edremit
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day Four: Tuesday 24th April - Relax and
Prepare for Anzac Day at Gallipoli
Sleep till late and rise to a full breakfast. Then the day is yours to
partake in number of the many activities offered at this resort. Activities
include; bathing in the waters of the outdoor pool, relaxing at the beach. Play
football, tennis, basketball, volleyball or just strolling around the gardens
and parks. Make sure you get plenty of rest because ANZAC day will be a long
busy day. A buffet dinner will be served so you can fill up before departing for
Gallipoli late afternoon.
We arrive at Anzac Cove to ensure we get a good spot for the dawn service. Don't
forget your sleeping bags, warm clothes, wet weather gear and torches because
Gallipoli is still as dark and cold tonight as it was 97 years ago when your
ancestors landed.
Overnight: Anzac Cove
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Please Note: We recommend bringing a small day pack with you to carry
things around during the overnight stay and also during the day on the 25th April.
You will leave your main luggage in your room in Edremit so will not have access
to it until the evening of the 25th when we return there.
Day Five: Wednesday 25th April - ANZAC Day (Gallipoli
to Edremit)
At first light the day begins with the Dawn Service held at the ANZAC
Commemorative Site, which will be followed by the Australian and New
Zealandmemorial services held at Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair respectively.
Today is the reason you came to Turkey, to commemorate the sacrifice your
forefathers have made. Emotions run high and this evening you will travel back
to your hotel in Edremit, arriving there in the late evening.
Overnight: Edremit
Meals: Lunchbox & Dinner
Day Six: Thursday 26th April - Edremit to
Kusadasi via Bergama
After waking feeling recharged we depart for Bergama where your guide
will show you around the Acropolis Ruins of the ancient Greek City of
Pergamon. There will be time for a lunch break before we continue on the way
to the seaside town of Kusadasi. As this area boasts a reputation as one of the
most important carpet weaving regions we will stop at Selçuk for a demonstration
of this ancient and traditional craft. After you have checked in to your
Kusadasi hotel you may have an optional traditional Turkish bath to be
washed and massaged by a pair of expert hands and the rest of the day is yours
to relax.
Overnight: Kusadasi
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
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Turkish Bath - 26th April
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Enjoy a Traditional Turkish Bath
Relax on the 'Belly Stone' and
be washed and massaged by expert
hands.
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Only £15.00pp |
Day Seven: Friday 27th April – Visit to
Ephesus Ruins & Village Of Sirince
Today we will visit one of the best-preserved ruins in the world....Ephesus.
First we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders
of the ancient world where your guide will explain to you the significance of
this important site. Following this we will make our way to Ephesus which
was one of the most important cultural centers of the ancient word. We will
visit the Ephesus ruins, Odeon, Celcus Library and the Theatre which is
still in use today for concerts and has an amazing capacity of 25,000. As we
walk through this ancient site you will notice the streets paved with marble
which gives a hint to this city's great wealth many years ago. Then we will
drive to the scenic mountain side Village of Sirince and we will visit
the Antique Church, Mosque and Typical Turkish Houses. Þirince is very
popular for its style of building, streets and hand made fruit wines and is a
nice relaxing way to finish your day. After the tour, we will stop at Selçuk for
a fashion parade and information on Turkey's famous leather production. We will
drive back to hotel for overnight.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Overnight: Kusadasi
Day Eight: Saturday 28th April - Dalyan &
Koycegiz Boat Cruise
Today after breakfast we drive for Dalyan. Once there we board a
boat and we will have numerous opportunities to swim. We visit mud-baths to
cover ourselves in MUCK, before jumping in to the natural thermal springs. We
head for Turtle Beach for a swim where the Aegean and Mediterranean seas
meet. We also have the chance to see the amazing 4th century BC rock tombs located
on the rock cliffs.
Overnight: Dalyan or Koycegiz
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day Nine: Sunday 29th April – Fethiye
Today is a free day in Fethiye and we will arrange a shuttle service to
Ölüdeniz beach where there are many optional activities available such as Paraglidingor
you can just laze on the beach.
Overnight: Fethiye
Meals: Breakfast
Day Ten: Monday 30th April - Fethiye to
Olympos
Today we drive for the Saklikent Gorge, a mountain split formed several
years ago. We trek up a short distance and stop for lunch at the Saklikent River
Bar and Cafe. Don’t forget to bring your bathers with you today because as we
drive along the turquoise coast for Olympos Valley we will stop for a swim on
the way. After dinner at our night spot at the treehouses we shall be visiting Yanartas
(Optional), which is located on the slopes of Cirali beach at the north end
of Olympos and at an altitude of 300 meters with the legends of flying horse
Pegasus.
Overnight: Olympos
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Day Eleven: Tuesday 01st May - Olympos -
Egirdir
After a lazy morning in Olympos, we will drive to Antalya and you will
have a chance to visit the old part of Antalya (Kaleici). We will then
drive over the Taurus mountains to get to the town of Beysehir by the turkuaz
coloured lake of the same name. We will visit the authentic village.
Overnight: Beysehir (Village home stay)
Meals: Breakfast
Day Twelve: Wednesday 02nd May - Cappadocia
Tour
We will drive to Konya where we have a chance to visit the Museum of
Sufi Leader of Mevlana and look around this well known religious city. After
that we will drive for Cappadocia and will visit the Derinkuyu Underground
City. The Christians hid from the armies of Rome and the raids of hostile
tribes in these self sufficient cities in which there were halls for stocks of
crop, barns, rooms, kitchens & ventilation channels. Later that night, you will
have the option of going to a Traditional Turkish Folklore Evening, which
should definitely not be missed. If you are interested in going Hot Air
Ballooning early the following morning then please let your guide know and
they will make arrangements for you.
Overnight: Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast
Day Thirteen: Thursday 03rd May - Cappadocia
Tour
Early this morning you can join an optional Hot Air Ballooning experience
over the amazing landscape of Cappadocia. Today we will marvel at the phallic-like
structures in this one of a kind region. Your guide will lead you around Goreme Open
Air Museum, Cavusin, Pasabag, Uchisar Castle and the pottery Village of Avanos.Cappadocia
is the country of fairy tales. The beautiful horse country "Katpatuka," (as the
Persians called her) is an unbelievable strip of land; enchanting and mysterious.
Overnight: Cappadocia
Meals: Breakfast
Day Fourteen: Friday 04th May - Ankara
This morning we will drive for Ankara and on the way we will visit the religious
house of Haci Bektas-i Veli. Once we arrive in Ankara we will visit one of
the best museums in the World, the Ancient Civilization Museum Of Anatolia and Mausoleum
of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. From Ankara we take an overnight train to Istanbul.
Overnight: Train
Meals: Breakfast
Day Fifteen: Saturday 05th May - Istanbul
We arrive in Istanbul early in the morning and we will drive to Camlica
Hill exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus from the best point
in Istanbul. We will cross the Bosphorus Bridge for a unique chance to
step from one continent (Europe) to another (Asia) in 2 minutes. Check into our
hotel and the rest of the day is a free day in Istanbul.
Overnight: Istanbul
Meals: Breakfast
Day Sixteen: Sunday 06th May - Istanbul
After breakfast our tour finishes and we bid farewell to our new-found
friends. Wherever you are heading to next, undoubtedly you will take with you
unforgettable memories and a new understanding of the country that plays such an
important part in your history.
Meals: Breakfast
Tour Includes:
Arrival Airport Transfers
Arrival airport transfers are free for customers arriving at Ataturk
International Airport between 8am and midnight on the 21st April.
For full details on how our airport transfers work and getting to your hotel on
the first day of the tour then please see the FAQ section.
IMPORTANT: It is essential that customers who wish to use our
transfer service send us full flight details including airline name, flight
number, terminal number, arrival time. It is your responsibility to ensure we
have this information before 7th April otherwise we
cannot guarantee that a transfer will be available.
Accommodation: 3 X Night Istanbul (3 Star), 2 X Night Edremit
(4 Star), + 1 X Night Anzac Cove + 2 X Night Kusadasi (3 Star), 1 X Night
Koycegiz (3 Star), 1 X Night Fethiye (3 Star), 1 X Night Olympos ThreeHouse or
Bungalow, 1 X Night Egirdir, 2 X Night Cappadocia (3 Star), Overnight Train
Meals: 14 X Breakfasts, 7 X Dinners, 1 X Lunch, 1 X Lunchbox
Transport: Air Conditioned (Non Smoking) Coach
All Entrance Fees
Professional English speaking Guide
Istanbul City Tour
Gallipoli Tour
Pergamon Tour
Ephesus Tour (including Sirince Village and Temple of Artemis)
Koycegiz Tour and Boat Trip
Antalya Kaleici Tour
Authentic Village Tour
Konya Mevlana Museum
Cappadocia Tours X (2)
Ankara Tour
Anzac Day Memorial Services
Tour Excludes:
Meals unless stated
Departure Airport Transfers
Drinks
Flight Tickets
Personal Expenses
Tips for Guides and Drivers
Important Information:
If you wish to arrive in Istanbul earlier than the 21st April
or stay longer than the 06th May then we can arrange pre & post tour
accommodation for you although we have limited availability of this. The cost of
this is per person £35 for a Double/Twin/Triple or £50 for a single room. Please
indicate that you require this when making your booking.
If you are travelling alone and would prefer to pay the lower rate
then we can match you up with someone of the same gender to share a twin/triple
room (Subject to Availability).
Member Of Turkish Patent
Institute
Samyeli Travel: 2007/21054
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