Egypt & Gallipoli for ANZAC Day 2023 - 13 days
Egypt & Gallipoli for ANZAC Day 2023 - 13 days
Egypt & Gallipoli for ANZAC Day 2023 - 13 days
13 Days Starting in Cairo and ending in Istanbul
Visiting: Cairo, Hotel Pyramids of Giza, Aswan, Kom Umbu, Luxor, İstanbul, Çanakkale, Gallipoli
Tour operator:
Tour code:
2366/EGAD
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 24
Physical rating:
Low
Age range:
18yrs or 16yrs accompanied by an adult
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Please contact On The Go Tours with specific dietary requests
Tour operated in:
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Tour Overview
ANZAC Day Gallipoli 2023. Starts: 14th April. Combine the wonders of ancient Egypt with ANZAC Day in Turkey in 13 days. From the legendary Pyramids of Giza, Nubian Aswan and Luxor's tomb strewn Valley of the Kings, to Istanbul's enchanting Old Town and the Gallipoli Peninsula. End your adventure with the ANZAC Eve vigil and evocative Dawn Service.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: No Meals
Fri 14 April 2023. Welcome to Egypt. Upon arrival at Cairo Airport you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax by the hotel pool, or those arriving early, opt to join our unique Backstreets tour of Cairo which departs the hotel at 10am today. This optional tour takes you off the beaten track in Egypt's bustling capital, visiting Downtown Cairo, the exquisite mosques and monuments of El Moez Street in Islamic Cairo.
At 7pm this evening meet your guide and the rest of the group at a Welcome Meeting.
Note: If you would like to extend your stay we offer an Alexandria Day Trip on the Saturday before your tour starts, and we can arrange pre tour accommodation for you.
Day 2 : Pyramids Of Giza
Location: Hotel Pyramids of Giza
Meals Included: Breakfast
Discover Egypt’s main attraction today as we visit the incredible Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx. The largest of the pyramids, Cheops, was the tallest man-made building on Earth for 3,800 years. Experts still can’t agree how the ancient Egyptians constructed the pyramids with their limited technology - it remains a mystery. We then enjoy a short stop at a government supervised papyrus emporium before continuing to the necropolis of Saqqara, home to Zhoser’s Step Pyramid. This ancient monument dates back to around 2700BC and is surrounded by countless tombs and burial sites. After our tour, we return to Cairo for the evening.
Day 3 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Cairo - Aswan. Today we visit the new Grand Egyptian Museum, which houses a giant exhibition containing the treasures of King Tutankhamun. In this incredible 490,000 sq.m complex many of the exhibits are being displayed for the first time and artefacts have been brought together from across Egypt and the world. The museum also makes use of new technology including virtual reality.
After our guided tour of the Grand Egyptian Museum we head over to National Museum of Egyptian Civilization to visit the fascinating Royal Mummies' Hall, where the mummies of ancient Egyptian kings and queens are on display. Then there's time to relax back at the hotel before we board the night train to Luxor this evening.
Day 4 : Aswan
Location: Aswan
Meals Included: Breakfast
We arrive in Aswan and visit the beautiful Philae Temple this afternoon. Take a leisurely boat trip to Agilkia Island in the Nile and explore the site, which is dedicated to the goddess Isis. Our last stop today is the perfume oil emporium, where the use of essential and perfumed oils in Egypt dates back to 2700BC. Enjoy free time this evening to explore Aswan’s vibrant market and shop in the bustling souqs.
Day 5 : Aswan
Location: Aswan
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Aswan - Nile felucca cruise. This morning there’s an optional excursion to Abu Simbel. This famous temple of King Ramses II is guarded by 4 colossal statues of the great pharaoh himself. Later, we board our traditional felucca for a 2 night cruise down the mighty Nile. If sailing by felucca is not your style, consider upgrading to a 5 star luxury Nile Cruise, please see the tab above for prices. For more information about Nile Cruising please click [[here|130530]].
Day 6 : Felucca Cruise
Location: Kom Umbu
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Nile felucca cruise - Kom Ombo. Relax and sunbathe on deck or go for a swim as our felucca sails to Kom Ombo. We’ll explore the famous symmetrical temple, dedicated to the crocodile god Sobek and the falcon god Horus before we return to the felucca and continue our journey downriver.
Day 7 : Luxor
Location: Luxor
Meals Included: Breakfast
Kom Ombo - Luxor. This morning we disembark our felucca and drive to ancient Luxor, where the rest of today is at leisure. There's an optional excursion to Luxor Temple tonight, when the site is beautifully illuminated by hundreds of lights.
Day 8 : Luxor
Location: Luxor
Meals Included: Breakfast
Luxor - Cairo. 4000 year-old Luxor is ancient Egypt at its very best and this morning we visit Luxor’s famous West Bank. Our first stop is the famous Valley of the Kings, which is studded with beautifully decorated tombs, including the tombs of Ramses II, Seti I, Amenhotep II and of course, King Tutankhamen. After exploring this incredible site we travel on to visit the beautiful limestone, colonnaded Temple of Hatshepsut, who was one of only three Egyptian ruling queens. On the West Bank we also see the imposing 18m-high Colossi of Memnon, which are all that remains of the temple of the hedonistic Amenophis III.
Returning to the hotel at around midday, there's time to have lunch and relax by the pool before we visit the colossal Temple of Karnak later this afternoon. Karnak is a spectacular complex of sanctuaries, pylons, chapels, halls and obelisks, all dedicated to the Theban gods and to the greater glory of Egypt’s Middle and New Kingdom rulers.
Day 9 : Cairo
Location: Cairo
Meals Included: Breakfast
Arrive in Cairo this morning for a free day to explore Egypt’s bustling capital. Visit the famous Khan el Khalili bazaar or admire the imposing Citadel of Saladin.
Day 10 : Istanbul
Location: İstanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast
Sun 23 Apr 2023. Cairo - Istanbul. Our tour of Egypt comes to an end today and our ANZAC adventure in Turkey begins. Transfer to Cairo Airport to meet your onward flight. Please Note: The flight from Cairo to Istanbul isn't included in the cost of the tour. Egypt Air offers flights from Cairo to Istanbul and open jaw tickets are available into Cairo and out of Istanbul. If you require assistance we can arrange flights on your behalf. Please provide us with your incoming flight details to Turkey we will be there to meet you at Istanbul airport and transfer you to our hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Upon arrival to Istanbul the remainder of the day remains free for you to explore. Istanbul is easy to get around on foot and there are plenty of attractions dotted about the old city known as Sultanahmet. Maybe head to the Egyptian Spice Market, open today! This evening there's a welcome meeting where you can meet any ANZAC travellers joining the tour in Turkey.
Day 11 : Canakkale
Location: Çanakkale
Meals Included: Breakfast
Istanbul - Gallipoli. Spend the morning at leisure in Istanbul. This afternoon we drive to Gallipoli. En route to the peninsula we'll stop for a bite to eat, stretch our legs and stock up on supplies for the evening ahead. Upon arrival (exact time subject to Dawn Service Site opening hours) you will be given instructions about where to meet with your coach on 25 April, after the services have concluded. Once we're in Anzac Cove you are free to visit the memorials and trenches that dot the area before taking our places amongst the many at the Dawn Service site for the atmosphere-charged ANZAC Eve vigil.
Day 12 : Anzac Day - Gallipoli
Location: Gallipoli
Meals Included: No Meals
Gallipoli - Istanbul. A poignant bugle call along with first light heralds the start of the Dawn Service. Lasting around an hour, the service is a special and moving experience and it's possible to lay a wreath at ANZAC Memorial site after the service has concluded. Later this morning Australians have the opportunity to pay their respects at the Lone Pine Memorial Service, while New Zealanders can attend the service at Chunuk Bair. After the Chunuk Bair service we anticipate an early afternoon departure time from Gallipoli, for our return journey to Istanbul. Please note: the 2023
national memorial services at Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair are subject to confirmation.
Day 13 : Istanbul
Location: İstanbul
Meals Included: Breakfast
Wed 26 Apr 2023. After breakfast (9:00am), you're welcome to join us on a 2 hour cruise along the Bosphorus, the strait that divides European from Asian Istanbul. Returning to the hotel before 12 noon, hotel check-out. This marks the end of a memorable 4 day ANZAC experience.
What's Included
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Accommodation
4-5 star
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7 breakfasts
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7 nights 4 - 5 star hotels
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1 overnight train from Cairo to Luxor (Private 2 berth sleeper cabin)
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1 night at the Dawn Service site
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Egypt - guided sightseeing in Cairo, Giza, Saqqara, Luxor and Dendera
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Morning Cruise along the Bosphorus in Istanbul
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Escorted by an degree qualified Egyptologist in Egypt. Services of an English speaking tour organiser in Turkey
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All relevant transfers and transportation in modern air-conditioned touring coaches/ vehicles
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Cairo airport arrival transfer on day 1 in Luxor airport departure transfer on day 6. Istanbul International Airport arrival transfer on day 6 at any time of day or from Sabiha Gokcen Airport at 11am and 3pm - you must provide your flight details from C
What's Not Included
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Flight from Luxor (via Cairo) to Istanbul, all other international flights and visas
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Attendance Pass for ANZAC. Please see the Trip Notes for information on how to obtain your attendance pass - these are free of charge but need to be registered for in advance.
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Entrance Fees: USD$90-110pp to be paid locally
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Tip for your tour guide in Egypt - we recommend you allow $3 - 5 USD per day, per traveller. Tip for your tour organiser and driver in Turkey: we recommend you budget USD $3 - 5 per day, per traveller for your tour organiser and USD $2 per day, per travel
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Flight from Cairo to Istanbul, all other international flights and visas
Age Policy
18yrs or 16yrs accompanied by an adult
Check out our Q&As
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Cairo airport arrival and departure transfers on day 1 and day 10. Istanbul International Airport arrival transfer on day 10 at any time of day or from Sabiha Gokcen Airport at 11am and 3pm - you must provide your flight details from Cairo
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Since 1998
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes
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