Now in its 6th year, this tour provides a unique opportunity for Rotarians from Australia & New Zealand
Combining ANZAC history with the wonder & beauty of the ancient cultures of the Middle East and the warm fellowship of our Turkish Rotary friends, this is truly an experience that will always have a treasured place in your memory.

Rotary Youth Leadership group at the Blue Mosque
The tour offers something that no other tour can . . . personal contact with people of similar interests (Rotary) who will entertain you in their homes and provide knowledge, guidance and entertainment that can only they can offer.
- Explore the fabulous city of Istanbul and cruise on the magnificent Bosphorous. Shop in the amazing Great Bazaar
- Be welcomed at an official Rotary Dinner in company of our Turkish hosts, and be guests of honour at Turkey’s National Independence Day celebrations
- Attend the ANZAC Day Dawn Service at Gallipoli in company of our Turkish hosts, and with expert guide.
- Explore Turkish & Allied trenches & Kabatepe Museum. Participate in commemorations at Lone Pine and Chunuk Bair
- Visit ancient civilizations at Troy, Ephesus, Miletus, Aphrodosias, Aspendos, Cappadocia and more, then sail the Mediterranian (optional 11 day tour add-on)