Tour Alpha ( 6 days & 5 nights ) 229-gbp
GALLIPOLI
ANZAC DAY 2008 & NORTH - WEST TURKEY
Istanbul -
Gallipoli - Istanbul
Itinerary
21- April – 2008 – ISTANBUL
Welcome to Turkey. Arrival in Istanbul. Check in to your hotel or take
the Ekol Travel shuttle to your hotel every hour from 09.00 a.m. until
11.55 p.m.
19.00 Transfer for a welcome cocktail on a private yacht cruising on the Bosphorus in the evening. Overnight stay in Istanbul
22- April – 2008 – ISTANBUL :
Visit ST. SOPHIA This ancient basilica, built by Constantine
the Great in the 4th century and reconstructed by Justinian in the 6th
century, is one of the architectural marvels of all time.
visit “ Blue Mosque ” built in 17th century,famous
for it’s delicate blue ceramic tiles. Continue on to visit the ancient
Hippodrome,famous obelisk and snake column from 4th century B.C . visit the
Grand Bazaar & world famous spice market In the afternoon.overnight
in Istanbul.
17:00 (Optional, Not included) Have the amazing experience of an historic Turkish Bath.
20:00 (Optional, not included) Turkish Night - Partying, Folklore, Belly Dancing and Turkish Music. A great night out including dinner & drinks.
23- April – 2008 – ISTANBUL / GALLIPOLI :
09.00
a.m. Topkapi
Palace- built on one of the seven hills of Istanbul, this huge complex
commands the views of the Sea of Marmara, the Bosphorus and the Golden
Horn. It was the seat of government for the Ottoman Empire for many centuries.
We will continue visiting the famous outlet of Istanbul to complete our
shopping process at the cheapest wholesale deal.
After lunch break, drive to Gallipoli and check in the hotel.Free at leisure.
24- April – 2008 - GALLIPOLI :
In the morning ; start to visit Anzac Cove, Lone Pine Australian Memorial
and Cemetery, the original tunnels and trenches at Johnston Jolly (Turkish
and Allied), Chunuk-Bair New Zealand Memorial and Cemetery and Kabatepe
War Museum. Drive back to the hotel for freshing up and dinner
.
We depart
to Anzac Cove for Dawn Service at 20:00 hrs. We will spend the night at
Anzac Cove to prepare ourselves for the Dawn Service.
25- April – 2008 – GALLIPOLI - ANZAC DAY / ISTANBUL :
05:30 Dawn Service and account of Gallipoli campaign.
After Dawn Service our coaches will take us up to Chunuck Bair and Lone
pine for National Ceromonies.
10:30 Australian National service,
12:30 New Zealand National service.
After the ceremonies, we will depart for Istanbul ( 4.5 hour drive) Check
in the hotel. Overnight in Istanbul.
26- April – 2008 – ISTANBUL:
After Breakfast, the end of our services
Included In Your Tour!
- Entrance fees to the sites
- All breakfasts.
- English speaking professional licensed guide (NOT an Off-sider or escort) throughout.
- All transportation by private a/c tour coach
- 3 nights 4 star hotel accommodation in Istanbul, 2 nights Tourist Class hotel accommodation in Gallipoli.
- Welcome cocktail on a private yacht.
- Dawn and National Services (Australian, New Zealand )
- Lunch box and Breakfast box on ANZAC Day
- Free airport – hotel transfers on the 21st between 09:00 am - 11:55 pm.
Excluded In Your Tour!
- Personal expencess,
- International flights,
| RATES |
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| Hotel | ½ Double | Single |
| English Pounds | £ 229 | - |
| Australian Dollars | AU$ 569 | - |
| You
don't have to pay single rate just because you are single! We do
match up singles in double & triple rooms in male & female
categories. |
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LONDON-ISTANBUL return flight starting from £180 inc.tax !
Important
Notice!
The times on this itinerary are subject to change without notification.
Our firm is not responsible for any last minute delays or changes to the schedule. Our company agrees only to partial compensation in an effort to cover any particular unprovided services, in case of any failure, and may refuse to pay a full refund or full compensation for any disappointment or extra expenses.
Our company is in no way responsible for any theft, or loss of belongings, of any clients.
Travel insurance is strongly recommended to cover any unforeseen incidents.
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