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Step into history on this immersive half-day tour of the Gallipoli battlefields, departing from Çanakkale, Turkey. Begin your journey with a convenient hotel pickup before crossing the legendary Dardanelles Strait by ferry, setting the stage for an unforgettable exploration of one of World War I’s most significant sites.
Enjoy a delicious set menu lunch in the town of Eceabat, where you can savor local flavors and prepare for the moving experiences ahead. After lunch, travel by comfortable, air-conditioned coach to the Gallipoli Peninsula, where your expert guide brings to life the stories of ANZAC troops and the events of 1915.
Wander along the shores of ANZAC Cove, the landing site of Australian and New Zealand forces. Visit poignant memorials and cemeteries, including the grave of John Simpson Kirkpatrick, known as the Man with the Donkey, and the Lone Pine Australian Memorial, where thousands of fallen soldiers are remembered.
Continue to Johnston’s Jolly to explore preserved Allied and Turkish trenches, then ascend to Chunuk Bair, the site of the New Zealand national memorial and the scene of fierce fighting. Your guide will share both Allied and Turkish perspectives, offering a comprehensive understanding of this historic campaign.
At the end of the tour, return by bus to Eceabat. Guests can either travel back to Çanakkale by ferry or continue on to Istanbul in comfort. Don’t miss your chance to walk in the footsteps of history—secure your spot on this memorable Gallipoli tour today!
