Turkey · Battlefield Tours

2-Day Gallipoli Battlefield Tour with Helles and ANZAC Sectors

2 Days Round trip from Eceabat Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the open-air museum in Eceabat to understand the Gallipoli Campaign's history and significance
02 Explore the Kilitbahir Plateau, the Narrows, and key naval battle sites such as Namazgah Battery and Rumeli Mecidiye Battery
03 Honor the bravery of soldiers at the Corporal Seyyit Monument and the Turkish Memorial
04 Discover the Helles Sector, including Soganlidere Gully, Turkish Hospital Cemetery, and the Turkish Red Crescent Museum
05 Walk through historic landing sites such as Y Beach, X Beach, S Beach, V Beach, and W Beach
06 Climb to Chunuk Bair and the New Zealand Memorial for panoramic views and reflection on the Gallipoli Campaign's legacy

Discover the historic battlefields of Gallipoli on this 2-day guided tour exploring key World War I sites. Visit the open-air museum in Eceabat, the Kilitbahir Plateau, and the Helles and ANZAC sectors. Learn about the naval battles, heroic soldiers, and poignant memorials at Anzac Cove, Lone Pine, and Chunuk Bair. Experience the rich history, moving stories, and lasting legacy of one of the most significant campaigns of the Great War.

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

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Canakkale, Istanbul, Gallipoli (Battlefield)

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Naval Battles and the Helles Sector

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 an overnight stay in Eceabat or nearby.

Day 02

ANZAC Sector and Chunuk Bair

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