Gallipoli Day Tour from Istanbul

Excursion Description

Discover one of Türkiye's most significant historical destinations with our Gallipoli Day Tour from Istanbul. Located on the Gallipoli Peninsula, the historic battlefields and memorials offer an important insight into the events of the First World War and a deeply meaningful chapter of Turkish and international history.

Departing from Istanbul in the early morning, this full-day journey takes you across the Dardanelles to the Gallipoli Peninsula. During the tour, you will visit important battlefields, cemeteries, memorials and landing sites connected with the Gallipoli Campaign of 1915.

Accompanied by a professional guide, you will learn about the events that took place across the peninsula, the experiences of the soldiers involved and the historical significance of the sites you visit. The tour also provides an opportunity to pay your respects at the memorials and cemeteries dedicated to those who lost their lives during the campaign.

Combining history, scenic landscapes and a comfortable journey from Istanbul, the Istanbul to Gallipoli Tour is an excellent choice for travellers who would like to explore an important part of Türkiye's modern history beyond the city.

What to Expect

Your Gallipoli Day Tour begins with an early morning hotel pick-up in Istanbul. You will travel by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle towards Çanakkale, with a professional guide accompanying you throughout the journey.

After crossing to the Gallipoli Peninsula, you will have a lunch break in Eceabat before beginning your guided exploration of the historic battlefields.

Your first stops will introduce you to the coastal areas and cemeteries connected with the 1915 campaign. At Brighton Beach, you will learn about its role during the Gallipoli Campaign and visit the nearby cemetery, where soldiers from Australia, Britain and New Zealand are commemorated.

The tour continues to ANZAC Cove, one of the most recognised locations on the Gallipoli Peninsula. This was the main landing area for Australian and New Zealand forces on 25 April 1915. Your guide will explain the historical events associated with the landing and the battles that followed.

You will then continue to Ari Burnu Cemetery, followed by important sites including Lone Pine, Johnston's Jolly, Shrapnel Valley, The Nek and Chunuk Bair. Each location provides a different perspective on the campaign and helps bring the history of Gallipoli to life.

At the memorials and cemeteries, you will have time to reflect on the events and pay your respects to the soldiers who lost their lives. Your guide will provide historical context throughout the tour, helping you understand the significance of the battlefield locations and the wider Gallipoli Campaign.

Following the completion of the sightseeing programme, you will begin your return journey to Istanbul. After a full day exploring the Gallipoli Peninsula, you will arrive back at your hotel in the evening.

Don't Forget

- Explore the historic battlefields of the Gallipoli Peninsula.
- Visit ANZAC Cove, one of the most important sites of the 1915 campaign.
- Discover Brighton Beach and Ari Burnu Cemetery.
- Pay your respects at Lone Pine and other significant memorials and cemeteries.
- Visit Johnston's Jolly, Shrapnel Valley, The Nek and Chunuk Bair.
- Learn about the Gallipoli Campaign from a professional guide.
- Enjoy lunch during the tour.
- Comfortable air-conditioned transportation is provided throughout the journey.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the tour involves walking at several historical sites.
- The tour involves a long travel day, with an early morning departure from Istanbul.

Prices Included

- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional guiding service
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Insurance

Prices Excluded

- Personal expenses
- Drinks

Duration: Approximately 16 Hours

Tour Time: 06:00 – 22:00

Hotel Transfer: Complimentary hotel pick-up and drop-off service is available from hotels in Fatih, Beyoğlu, Şişli, Beşiktaş, Eyüp, Mecidiyeköy and Kağıthane.

Meeting Point: Pick-up times may vary depending on your hotel's location. Our operations team will contact you one day before the tour and inform you of your exact pick-up time.