Day 1 Istanbul
Your tour commences with an arrival transfer to your hotel. This afternoon and evening are free to begin your exploration of this fascinating city.

Stay at: Kent Hotel (4 star) or similar

Day 2 Istanbul - Gallipoli
Today, you are free to explore the city of Istanbul on your own. In the late afternoon, head to Gallipoli for dinner and start your overnight wait for the Dawn Service. Please Note: NO hotel accommodation is booked for this night as you will spend the night (subject to tickets being obtained) waiting for the Dawn Service at ANZAC Cove.

Meals included: Breakfast

Day 3 Gallipoli - Istanbul
In the early hours of this morning, you will attend the Anniversary Dawn Service at ANZAC Cove. After the service, you will get the opportunity to pay your respects at the battlefields and attend international services before rejoining your tour group aboard your coach for the drive to Istanbul. Arrive in Istanbul in the late afternoon with the remainder of the day at leisure.

Stay at: Kent Hotel (4 star) or similar

Day 4 Istanbul - Cappadocia
After breakfast, depart for Cappadocia with a picturesqe trip along Salt Lake. Arrive in Cappadocia for an overnight stay.

Stay at: Dinler Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 5 Cappadocia
At dawn, you have the opportunity to take an optional balloon ride over Cappadocia. Then enjoy a fascinating, full-day excursion around the volcanic landscapes of Cappadocia, including the Kaymakli underground city, Goreme open-air museum and the natural fortress of Uchisar. Tonight, you will be offered an optional Turkish folklore evening with dinner.

Stay at: Dinler Hotel (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and Lunch

Day 6 Cappadocia - Konya - Pamukkale
Depart early for your drive to Pamukkale. Stops will be made en-route at the 13th century Sultan Han, the largest caravanserai in Turkey and located on the fabled Silk Road, and the Mausoleum of the Mevlana Whirling Dervishes in Konya. On arrival in Pamukkale check-in for dinner and overnight at your hotel.

Stay at: Adempira Termal & Spa Hotel (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 7 Pamukkale - Kusadasi
After breakfast, visit the ancient Hierapolis with the magnificent Necropolis and the lime cascade. Thereafter, we continue our drive to Selcuk to visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.Continue to Kusadasi for overnight stay.

Stay at: Richmond Ephesus Hotel (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast and Dinner

Day 8 Ephesus - Sirince - Kusadasi
Morning drive to Ancient city of Ephesus where we will visit it's magnificent library, theater and temples. Lunch in nomadic tent in Selcuk to taste Turkish Gozleme. Continue to the marvelous village of Sirince where you can experience one of the most beautiful villages in Turkey. You can do shopping and taste delicious wines of the village. Return to Kusadasi for overnight stay.

Stay at: Richmond Ephesus Hotel (5 star) or similar
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 9 Izmir - Istanbul
Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, transfer to your hotel, and spend the rest of your day reacquainting yourself with the city.

Stay at: Kent Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 10 Istanbul
A full-day, guided city tour of Istanbul’s Old Town includes visits to the former seat of Ottoman power - Topkapi Palace, 12th century Hagia Sophia, the iconic Blue Mosque and Spice Market with its tempting sights and aromas.

Stay at: Kent Hotel (4 star) or similar
Meals Included: Breakfast

Day 11 Istanbul
Your Classical Turkey - ANZAC 2026 tour concludes with a departure transfer for your onward journey.

Meals Included: Breakfast