The iconic ANZAC hat on the beach of ANZAC cove

Gallipoli Uncovered - 7 days

FROM USD $1,359

Discover Ottoman Istanbul, ANZAC Cove and the many battlefields and memorials of the Gallipoli Region on an exciting 7 day trip to Turkey. This tour is operated by Legacy London in conjunction with On The Go Tours and is available to Members of Legacy all over the world or members of the general public who want a tour of Turkey with a lot more in depth look at the Gallipoli campaign.

Welcome to Turkey and the start of a memorable holiday with Legacy. Today offers free time for you to explore the exciting city - that straddles both Europe and Asia! This evening a group welcome meeting is held. Overnight - Istanbul

The beautiful Hagia Sofia with fountains in Istanbul

Day 2: Istanbul Old City Tour

Istanbul. This morning we enjoy a guided tour of Istanbul's old city. Our tour includes visits to the stunning Blue Mosque famed for it’s blue Iznik tiles and unique 6 minarets, the ruinous Hippodrome – now a small park of sorts and once scene of chariot races and political activities in Byzantine times, Hagia Sofia Museum - constructed as a Basilica in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian and Topkapi Palace. The afternoon offers free time. Consider wandering through the Egyptian Spice market or the legendary, if cavernous Grand Bazaar - boasting some 4000 shops under one immense roof. Overnight - Istanbul (B, D)

Gallipoli Uncovered - 7 days Go Guide : :Check out the go guide for details of the tour, info on visas, climate, money, what to bring and more!

Day 3: Gallipoli

Istanbul – Gallipoli. Early this morning, we travel to the WW1 battlefields of Gallipoli. Here, we’ll embark upon a guided tour of the region, once the site of fierce fighting and today almost hauntingly beautiful, with its wooded landscape dotted with understated memorials to the war dead. Our guided tour of the region will take in sights such as ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine Australian War Memorial and cemetery, Chunuk Blair New Zealand War Memorial and cemetery, the modest ANZAC Museum, the Nek, Johnston’s Jolly and the many fortified trenches still clearly visible amongst the scrub after all these years.

Crossing the Dardenelles by ferry, offering panoramic views of the entire Gallipoli Peninsular, we proceed to our hotel for a little rest and relaxation. Overnight - Gallipoli region (B, L, D)

Day 4: X beach, V beach & cemetary

Returning to the Gallipoli Peninsular we tour the British landing sites – X beach, Seddul Bair, W beach - the site of the Lancashire Landing, V Beach and V Beach Cemetery. We’ll also tour Krithia Vineyard, its war museum and nearby Redoubt Cemetery. Overnight - Gallipoli region (B, L, D)

The Gallipoli coastline in Turkey viewed from a World War 1 trench

Day 5: Kilitbahir Fort

Discover the small fishing village of Kilitbahir and its impressive fort built in 1453 by Mehmet II the Conqueror. The fort was also of strategic importance for many of the naval battles that took place here in the Dardanelles during the Gallipoli campaign Overnight - Gallipoli region (B, L, D)

Day 6: The lost City of Troy

Gallipoli – Troy - Istanbul. This morning we enjoy a guided tour of Troy! If you’ve seen the movie – ‘Troy’ or read the poet Homer’s – ‘The Iliad’ you’ll be familiar with Paris – Prince of Troy, his prized Helen and Hector – Prince of Troy on the Trojan side and Agamemnon and Achilles (he of the heel) on the Aechaean (Greek) side. The legend of the lost city of Troy and Homer’s poetry was bought alive by it’s rediscovery in 1863. Subsequent excavations revealed 9 ancient cities, one on top of the other, dating back to 3000 BC! We enjoy a tour of the ruins and bear witness to a replica of the stoic Trojan wooden horse that, as the story goes, was filled to the gunnels with Aechaean soldiers who helped sack Troy. After we drive on to Istanbul arriving late in the evening. Overnight - Istanbul (B, D)

Hagia Sofia and the Bosphorus in Istanbul

Day 7: Istanbul

Spend the morning at leisure further sightseeing or enjoying the hotel facilities. Say goodbye to new found friends before our included shuttle departure transfer to Ataturk International Airport (11am and 1:30pm).

Alternatively, you could choose to extend your stay by purchasing an additional nights hotel accommodation so as to explore Istanbul further. (B)

FROM USD $1,359

Prices & Departure Dates

Prices shown are per person travelling. 'Twin/Double' prices per person apply when there are 2 people travelling, sharing a room. The 'Single supplement' applies for single travellers who require their own room and needs to be added to the 'Twin/Double' price.

If you are happy to be paired up with another single traveller of the same sex on your tour, this can be arranged, (if another solo traveller of the same sex is already booked upon the tour), thus avoiding the single person supplement.

All our scheduled tour departures are guaranteed subject to a minimum of 4 travellers.

2014

Date	Price/Person	Single Supp.
06 APR - 12 APR	USD $1,359	USD $429

Gallipoli Uncovered - 7 days Go Guide : :Check out the go guide for details of the tour, info on visas, climate, money, what to bring and more!

Highlights & Inclusions

Below is a list of key highlights and what is included on this tour. Further, where appropriate, we have listed the items that are not included in the tour price.

Trip Highlights

Istanbul - old city, Istanbul, Hippodrome, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia and Topkapi Palace
British landing sites – X beach, Seddul Bair, W beach - the site of the Lancashire Landing, V Beach and V Beach Cemetery.
Troy - ancient ruins, 9 cities, one on top of the other, dating back to 3000 BC & replica Trojan horse

Gallipoli Peninsular - ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair memorials, trenches and battlefields
Kilitbahir Fort
Turkish carpet weaving demonstration.

What's Included

6 breakfasts, 3 lunches and 5 dinners
Airport arrival transfer on day 1 and departure transfer on day 7 to Ataturk International Airport
Escorted by an English speaking, degree qualified Turkish tour guide
Entrance fees to included sites

6 nights 4 star hotels
Guided sightseeing - Istanbul, Gallipoli Region and landing sites, Kilitbahir Fort and Troy
All relevant transfers and transportation in private modern air-conditioned vehicles

What's Not Included

International flights and visa
Tip for your tour guide and driver. We recommend you allow $3 - 5 USD per day, per traveller as a tip for your guide and $2 USD per day for your driver. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture.

Obligatory Tip kitty USD10 per person

Hotels

The hotels listed below are ones which we frequently use on this tour. We reserve the right to substitute these hotels to ones of a similar standard when necessary.

Kent Hotel - Istanbul

Renovated in 2009, the charming Kent Hotel offers is a great example of contemporary design and a friendly atmosphere. Guest rooms are superbly equipped with modern facilities including Wi-Fi connectivity, state of the art technology and bright marbled bathrooms. Enjoying a delicious Turkish meal at the in house Calcedoine Restaurant after a hard days sightseeing is highly recommended. Fantastically located within 10 minutes walk of the Grand Bizarre and Old Town in the Bayazit area in the European side of Istanbul.

Our Rating : Superior — Local Rating: 4 Star Hotel

Kolin Hotel - Canakkale

Looking out across the Dardanelles the modern and bright Kolin Hotel offers well appointed rooms with hard wood flooring and tasteful decor. The hotel also boasts a luxury spa, wellness centre and a number of mouth watering restaurants all set within perfectly manicured lawns. Sipping a sundowner on the Roof Bar overlooking the beautiful strait is the perfect way to end the day. The hotel is located on the water’s edge a short drive from the town centre with beautiful views out to sea.

Our Rating : Deluxe — Local Rating: 5 Star Hotel