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8
DAY ANZAC DAY 2010 TOUR
Anzac Day Tour (8 Days/7
Nights)
(8 Day Anzac Tour). RESERVATION
Tour
Itinerary:
 The
eight day Anzac tour is ideal for those people who
wish to attend the Anzac Day commemorations but also
have plans for onward travel around Turkey or wish
to visit the Greek Islands. The tour includes
Istanbul and Gallipoli and finishes in Kusadasi.
Day One: Wednesday 21st
April - Arrival in Istanbul
Welcome to Turkey! You will be greeted with
hospitality at the Atatürk International Airport by
a Sammy's Travel representative and driven into the
heart of the old city where you can rest and relax
for the remainder of the day. Tonight at ‘Welcome
Drinks’ in your hotel you can meet the rest of your
tour group.
Overnight:
Istanbul.
Day Two: Thursday 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 heodosius,
Serpentine Column, German Fountain of Wilhelm II are
the monuments decorating Hippodrome. Underground
Cistern (Yerebatan Sarayı) In this historical place
one discovers the grandiose nature of the past when
touring through Istanbul's largest and most
magnificent underground Cistern. Built by Emperor
Justinian in the 6th century to supply water to the
near-by palace complex, the cistern has a total of
336 decorated columns.
 Overnight:
Istanbul
Meals:
Breakfast.
Day Three: Friday 23rd
April - Istanbul to 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 “Gallipoli” the movie so you
get a feel for the type of people who fought in this
war and to help you picture conditions 93 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: Saturday 24th
April
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. You will have the chance to swim
in the nearby thermal water pool at
 Adramis
Thermal Hotel. 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 93 years ago when your ancestors landed.
Overnight: Anzac
Cove
Meals: Breakfast
& Dinner.
Day Five: Sunday 25th April
- Anzac Day at Gallipoli
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 Zealand memorial
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, arriving
there in the late evening.
Overnight:
Edremit
Meals: Lunch Box
& Dinner.
Day Six: Monday 26th April
- Edremit to Kusadasi
After waking feeling recharged we depart for 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.
 Overnight:
Kusadasi
Meals:
Breakfast& Dinner.
Day Seven: Tuesday 27th
April - Ephesus Tour
Today we will visit one of the best-preserved ruins
in the world....Ephesus. We tour this amazing site
and wonder at the people who built and walked
through this ancient city. We will also visit the
House of Virgin Mary, (supposedly where St. John
brought her to live out her final days), Temple of
Artemis (one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world).
After the tour, we will stop at Selçuk for a fashion
parade and information on Turkey's famous leather
production.
Overnight:
Kusadasi
 Meals:
Breakfast& Dinner.
Day Eight: Wednesday 28th
April - End of Tour
After breakfast our tour finishes and we bid
farewell to our new found friends. Wherever you are
heading to next, you will take unforgettable
memories and a new understanding of this country
that plays such an important part in your history.
If you would like us to arrange your onward travel
from Kusadasi or return bus/flight ticket to
Istanbul we can do this for you.
Meals:
Breakfast.
Includes:
 -
Welcome cocktail
- 2 Breakfasts,
1 Anzac Lunch.
- Professional
licensed English speaking tour guide throughout.
- All
transportation by private a/c tour coach.
- 3 nights at 3
star hotel accommodation in Istanbul.
- Dawn and
National Services (Australian, New Zealand)
- All entrance
fees mentioned in the itinerary.
- Arrival
Transfers from Ataturk Airport on 23rd April between
07:30 - 24:00.
OPTIONAL EVENTS AND TOURS
- TURKISH NIGHT
1001 / WELCOME PARTY - ISTANBUL
 -
BOSPHORUS CRUISE / HALF DAY OR FULL DAY -
ISTANBUL ANZAC DAY BBQ - GALLIPOLI
- TURKISH BATH /
HAMAM
- SHOPPING TOUR
/ SPECIAL INTEREST.
Please ask for more details ! Why don't
you join us.
info@onlineturkeycruise.com
Reservation
Excludes:
- Meals unless
stated.
- Drinks.
- Flight
Tickets.
 -
Arrival Transfers from Sabiha Gokcen
Airport and all departure transfers.
- Personal
Expenses.
Important Notice !!!
Please, don't forget to bring your sleeping bag.
Itineraries subject to change according to weather
and/or daily circumstances.
Single supplement availability is limited.
Arrivals at 21st April or before please contact for
your transfer and hotel accommodation at
info@onlineturkeycruise.com
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