Gallipoli Full-Day Tour from Istanbul — Lunch Included
Walk the hallowed ground where history was written, seen from both sides of the wire.
This Gallipoli full-day tour from Istanbul takes you across the Dardanelles and into one of WWI's most significant and sobering theatres of war. With hotel pick-up, a guided journey through the peninsula's major memorials, and lunch included, it is a complete and accessible way to pay respect to the soldiers of multiple nations who fought and fell here.
The Gallipoli Peninsula holds deep meaning for visitors from Australia, New Zealand, Turkey, and beyond. The battles fought here between 1915 and 1916 shaped national identities and left behind a landscape still marked by cemeteries, trenches, and monuments that speak to the scale of the sacrifice.
A knowledgeable guide presents the campaign from both the Allied and Ottoman perspectives, offering a balanced and historically grounded understanding of the conflict. This dual-perspective approach distinguishes the tour from a simple memorial visit and transforms it into a genuine historical education.
The journey is moderate in physical demand, involving walking across uneven terrain at sites such as Johnston's Jolly, where original trenches and tunnels are preserved. Comfortable footwear and layered clothing are advised for the outdoor portions of the day.
Tour Highlights
Stand at ANZAC Cove, the precise landing point of Australian and New Zealand troops on 25 April 1915.
Visit the ANZAC Commemorative Site, the location of the annual Dawn Service attended by thousands each ANZAC Day.
Pay respects at Lone Pine Australian Memorial, one of the most emotionally affecting sites on the entire peninsula.
Explore Johnston's Jolly, where Allied and Turkish trenches and tunnels once faced each other at close range.
Walk Brighton Beach and visit Ariburnu Cemetery, set directly beside the Aegean shoreline.
Gain insight into the Dardanelles campaign through war memorials and a museum dedicated to its history.
See the Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial, The Nek, and the 57th Regiment Turkish Memorial in a single guided day.
Itinerary Overview
Pick-up begins in the Taksim area, followed by a second collection point in Sultanahmet. Transfer then proceeds toward the Gallipoli Peninsula via the Dardanelles crossing.
Upon arrival in Eceabat, the group stops at a local restaurant for a included sit-down lunch before the guided tour begins. This provides time to settle in and prepare for the afternoon ahead.
The tour covers ANZAC Cove, Ariburnu Cemetery, Beach Cemetery, and Brighton Beach along the coastal section of the peninsula. These sites mark the initial landing zones and the early stages of the campaign.
Moving inland, the group visits Lone Pine Australian Memorial, Johnston's Jolly, The Nek, the 57th Regiment Turkish Memorial, and the Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial. The guide contextualises each site from both the Allied and Turkish military perspectives.
A visit to the local war museum provides further historical context through artefacts and displays dedicated to the Battle of the Dardanelles and its lasting significance.
Departure from Gelibolu begins in the late afternoon, with the group arriving back in Istanbul in the late evening. Drop-off is provided at the original hotel pick-up locations.
What Is Included
Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Taksim and Sultanahmet areas
- Round-trip transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
- Lunch at a local restaurant in Eceabat
- Professional guided tour of Gallipoli battlefields
- Entry to war memorials and commemorative sites
- All ferry crossings across the Dardanelles
Not Included
- Personal travel insurance
- Drinks and additional meals beyond included lunch
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Museum entrance fees where applicable
Important Information
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Spaces on this tour are limited. Secure your spot now and experience one of the most significant WWI sites in the world with expert guidance, comfortable transport, and all the essentials taken care of.
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