130|131What's Included»»Hotel accommodation on a twin or triple share basis»»Overnight "camp out" under the stars at ANZAC Cove, with attendance at the ANZAC Dawn Ceremony, plus the opportunity to attend the Australian and New Zealand Memorial Services»»Fully guided tour of the Gallipoli battle site»»Fully guided walking tour of "Old" Istanbul including the Blue Mosque, Aya Sofia, the Underground Cistern and Hippodrome»»Commemorative Topdeck hoodie»»Services of an experienced and fully licensed Turkish Guide»»Services of a European Trained Topdeck Trip Leader »»Modern coach transportGallipoli, TurkeyThe site of one of the most well known landings in WWI, today the Gallipoli peninsula is a serene and beautiful landscape.Topdeck's ANZAC programme not only gives you the chance to pay your respects where the troops landed in 1915, but takes you to see more of what Turkey has to offer. All our ANZAC trips stay in 3 and 4 star hotels, and in Istanbul our accommodation is centrally located in Sultanahmet, within walking distance of all the local attractions including the Blue Mosque, Aya Sofia and Grand Bazaar. Our fully guided walking tours of the major sights mean you are able to make the most of your time in each city.In addition, Topdeck is the only company to offer not one but two professional Trip Leaders on each trip so you get the most out of your ANZAC experience. We combine the services of a fully qualified, English speaking local guide who has prior experience at ANZAC with the skills of an Australian or New Zealand European trained Topdeck Trip Leader to ensure all bases are covered.At the going down of the sun and in the morning, we will remember them.- Laurence Binyon "For the Fallen"April 25 will always hold a special and solemn place in the hearts of Australians and New Zealanders.On that day in 1915, what is now known as the ANZAC Spirit was defined by the thousands of young men who fought bravely on the beaches of Gallipoli, many never to return home. Fighting side by side, the ANZACs formed a bond that continues today. And though they were supposed to be enemies, a great respect grew between the Turkish and ANZAC troops.Today visitors come to Gallipoli in the spirit of friendship and remembrance between the three nations and a commitment to peace, democracy and freedom. At Topdeck we are a proud ANZAC company with a history of running ANZAC Day trips for over 30 years.Our trips will give you an insight into the plight of the ANZACs and the opportunity to pay your respects. Along the way we also show you the sights and experiences Turkey and the Western Front in France have to offer. We provide all passengers with professional Topdeck Trip Leaders, plus a licensed Turkish guide on all our Gallipoli trips, to make sure you get the most authentic and well-rounded experience. Our European trained crew are there to give you an ANZAC Day you'll never forget and as every passenger gets a commemorative Topdeck ANZAC hoodie, you'll have the memories to share forever.Lest we forget.ANZAC 2012...Dawn service at Gallipoli"The Dawn Service at ANZAC Cove was incredible. I never expected it to be so moving. Thanks Topdeck for the unforgettable experience." - Max, Australia AUD4 DAY Raid 23-26 April 2012TRIP CODE: HTANZ4Visits Istanbul & Gallipoli $4895 DAY Patrol 22-26 April 2012TRIP CODE: HTANZ5Visits Istanbul & Gallipoli $5698 DAY Sortie 19-26 April 2012TRIP CODE: HTANZ8Visits Istanbul, Bergama, Ephesus, Gallipoli, plus more $89914 DAY Expedition 13-26 April 2012TRIP CODE: HTANZ14Visits Istanbul, Cappadocia, Fethiye, Gallipoli, plus more $1349

ANZAC Cove, GallipoliTo celebrate our 32nd year at Gallipoli, Topdeck is offering a fantastic combination offer:If you book Topdeck's 9 Day Egypt Express trip at the same time as your ANZAC trip, we'll give a whopping 50% discount off the Egypt Express trip price!Terms & Conditions: This offer applies to Topdeck's 9 Day Egypt Express trip. Discount applies to trip price only. It does not include local payment. The 2 trips must be booked together to obtain the discount. Travel in Egypt must be undertaken between 26 April 2012 and 31 December 2012. Cancellation of ANZAC trip voids this discount. Discounts cannot be combined. Subject to availability.What's Included»»Hotel accommodation on a twin or triple share basis»»Fully guided tour of significant ANZAC sites and battlefields»»Attendance at the Dawn Ceremony at Villers Bretonneux»»Commemorative Topdeck hoodie»»Services of a European trained Topdeck Trip Leader & Driver»»Return Eurostar transport from London to Lille»»Modern, air-conditioned coachWestern Front, FranceAlthough not as well known as Gallipoli, the Western Front in France was the scene of some of the most horrific battles fought by the ANZACs during the First World War. From 1916-18, the Commonwealth forces suffered its greatest number of causalities while preventing the German army from advancing west. Topdeck's Western Front ANZAC Trip visits places of historical significance, not just to New Zealanders and Australians (including the recently opened Fromelles Military Cemetery), but sites where other Allied troops fought alongside the ANZACs. Our guided tours give all Topdeck passengers a greater understanding of the trials faced by all Commonwealth troops during the First World War.AUD3 DAY Western Front 23-25 April 2012TRIP CODE: HTANZWFVisits Ypres, Lille, The Somme Villiers-Bretonneux & Amiens $669