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Ankara Tour
An intensive overnight day trip that tells the founding story of the Republic where it happened.
- Duration
- Overnight departure, about 22.5 hours
- Tour type
- Tour in Türkiye · Day trip
- Departure
- Istanbul
- Catalogue
- Page 22
The price is prepared according to your dates, group size and preferences.
About the tour
You leave Istanbul after midnight and have breakfast in Ankara in the morning. The first stop of the day is Anıtkabir; the catalogue programme also includes an official ceremony, subject to appointment.
After visiting the War of Independence Museum and the First and Second Parliament buildings of the Grand National Assembly, there is a lunch break. In the afternoon you visit the Museum of Anatolian Civilisations and the Ethnography Museum.
Send us your dates and group size for Ankara and we will tailor the programme to your group.
Tour programme
Times follow the programme in the catalogue; there may be small changes depending on traffic, weather and the group's pace.
Programme for the day
Departure from Istanbul
Break
Arrival in Ankara and breakfast
Anıtkabir (official ceremony subject to appointment), War of Independence Museum, First and Second Parliament buildings
Lunch break; Museum of Anatolian Civilisations and Ethnography Museum
Departure for Istanbul
Break
Arrival in Istanbul
Places to see
Anıtkabir
The mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk. Emin Onat and Orhan Arda won the 1941–42 design competition; construction began in 1944, and Atatürk's remains were moved here on 10 November 1953. Its main sections are the Road of Lions, the Ceremonial Square, the Hall of Honour and the Atatürk and War of Independence Museum; İsmet İnönü is also buried here.
War of Independence Museum (First Parliament)
Construction of the building in Ulus began in 1915 as the headquarters of the Committee of Union and Progress; it was designed by Salim Bey and built under Hasip Bey. The Grand National Assembly of Türkiye opened here on 23 April 1920 and met here until 1924. Opened as a museum in 1961, the building has been the War of Independence Museum since 1981.
Republic Museum (Second Parliament)
Designed by the architect Vedat Tek, the building opened in 1924 and housed the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye from 1924 to 1960. Since 1981 it has been the Republic Museum, displaying documents and objects from the early years of the Republic.
Museum of Anatolian Civilisations
Located in Ulus, in the bedesten (covered market) and Kurşunlu Han built between 1464 and 1471 by Mahmut Pasha, vizier of Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror. The collection spans the Palaeolithic, the Hittite, Phrygian, Urartian and Lydian periods, and on to the Classical, Seljuk and Ottoman eras. The museum was named European Museum of the Year in 1997.
Ethnography Museum
Built between 1925 and 1928 by the architect Arif Hikmet Koyunoğlu. Atatürk's remains were kept here temporarily from 1938 until they were moved to Anıtkabir in 1953. The collection includes folk costumes, carpets and kilims, woodwork, metalwork and calligraphy from the Seljuk period to the present day.
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What's covered and notes
Included in the programme
- The official ceremony at Anıtkabir is part of the programme (subject to appointment)
Good to know
- The price is prepared according to your dates, group size and preferences, and is sent to you in writing together with the included services.
Who is it for?
- School and student groupsA pace suited to the age group, planned together with the teacher and group leader.
- History and culture enthusiastsDiscover historic and cultural heritage on site, with a guide's commentary.
- Corporate groupsSuitable for team trips, incentive programmes and company events.
Practical information
Best time to go
Ankara has a continental climate: winters are cold and snowy, summers hot and dry. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for the Anıtkabir visit, which involves walking outdoors.
What to bring and know
- At Anıtkabir you walk across large open areas and the long Road of Lions; wear comfortable shoes.
- Anıtkabir is a place of respect; simple, neat clothing is appropriate for the visit.
- A neck pillow and a light blanket are useful for the overnight journey.
- In winter Ankara is cold and windy; bring a warm coat and a hat.
Ankara as a school trip
The strongest real-world counterpart to lessons on Atatürk's principles and reforms and the history of the Republic. Booking an appointment for the official ceremony at Anıtkabir on behalf of the school is the first step in planning.
Frequently asked questions
How is the ceremony at Anıtkabir arranged?
The catalogue states that the official ceremony is subject to appointment. Once the date is confirmed, the appointment process is planned on your group's behalf.
Isn't the overnight journey tiring for students?
The programme departs overnight and includes breaks. For groups that prefer a gentler pace, an option with accommodation can be discussed at the quote stage.
When is the best time to visit Ankara?
Ankara has a continental climate: winters are cold and snowy, summers hot and dry. Spring and autumn are the most comfortable seasons for the Anıtkabir visit, which involves walking outdoors.
What is included in the price?
What is covered for transport, guiding, admission fees and meals is stated in writing in the quote, according to your dates, group size and preferences. Services marked as extras in the catalogue are charged separately.
Can you pick us up from our school or organisation?
The departure point is planned according to the group's location. Whether pick-up from your school, workplace or another point you choose is possible is confirmed at the quote stage.
How can I get a quote for the Ankara tour?
You can fill in the form on this page, message us on WhatsApp or call 0212 232 09 80. Sharing your dates, group size and, if applicable, your school or organisation details will speed up the quote.
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