Itinerary

1. Day 1 – Naval Battle and Helles Sector Tour

   • Begin your journey with a visit to the open-air museum in Eceabat to learn about the Gallipoli Campaign and its historical significance.

   • Drive to the Kilitbahir Plateau and the Narrows, where the naval attacks took place during World War I.

   • Explore important sites such as the Namazgah Battery, Rumeli Mecidiye Battery, and the Corporal Seyyit Monument, honoring the heroism of Turkish soldiers.

   • Continue to the Helles Sector for a comprehensive exploration of key battle sites.

   • Visit Soganlidere Gully, the Turkish Hospital Cemetery, and the Turkish Red Crescent Museum.

   • Proceed to Achibaba Hill and the Turkish Memorial, followed by visits to Y Beach, X Beach, S Beach, V Beach, and W Beach, each with its own wartime story.

   • Explore V Beach Cemetery, Lancashire Landing Cemetery, Nuri Yamut Memorial, and the historic Krithia Village, where fierce battles once raged.

   • Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay in Eceabat or nearby.

2. Day 2 – ANZAC Sector Tour

   • Start the day with a briefing at Brighton Beach before visiting Anzac Cove, the site of the dawn landings.

   • Continue to the North Beach and Fisherman’s Hut, where many of the initial landings occurred.

   • Visit Beach Cemetery and Plugge’s Plateau, followed by Razor Edge, Shrapnel Gully, and Braund’s Hill.

   • Explore Bridge’s Road and the 4th Parade Ground Cemetery, before heading to Johnston’s Jolly Cemetery.

   • Walk through the original tunnels and trenches, offering a glimpse into the soldiers’ lives during the campaign.

   • Visit the Lone Pine Memorial, Silt Spur, Steele’s Post, Courtney’s Post, and Quinn’s Post, all significant ANZAC battle sites.

   • Continue to the 57th Regiment Turkish Memorial, Russel’s Top, The Nek, and Walker’s Ridge.

   • End the day at Chunuk Bair, the site of the New Zealand Memorial, offering panoramic views and a moving conclusion to the Gallipoli journey.

   • Return to your accommodation or depart for Istanbul, reflecting on the bravery and sacrifice of all who fought at Gallipoli.