Magnificent Ephesus Tour From Kusadasi / Selcuk Hotels
The tour begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Kusadasi or Selcuk, where you'll meet your expert guide and driver.
As you walk through the streets of Ephesus, your guide will share fascinating stories about life in the city during Roman times. You'll learn about the different architectural styles and marvel at the impressive feats of engineering that made it all possible.
Next, you'll visit the House of the Virgin Mary, where it is believed that the Virgin Mary lived her final years.
The tour ends with a visit to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although only a few ruins remain of this once magnificent temple, it is still an awe-inspiring sight.
After the tour, you'll be driven back to your hotel in Kusadasi or Selcuk.
Overall, the Magnificent Ephesus Tour is a perfect way to explore one of the most important archaeological sites in Turkey, accompanied by an expert guide who will bring the history of the city to life.
Description
Itinerary
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Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye
Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was the harbour city. This giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street, Harbour Street.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Sultaniye Mahallesi, Selcuk 35100 Turkiye
The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. She was supposed to arrive at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there in the years 37-45 CE until her Assumption or Dormition.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk Turkiye
Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also know less pracisely as the Temple of Diana, was Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was seven wonders of the world.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Isa Bey Mosque, Selcuk Turkiye
The Isabey Mosque, constructed in 1374 – 1375, is one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from the Anatolian Beyliks. The mosque is stuated in outskirts of the Ayasuluk Hills at Selcuk – Ephesus.
Duration: 45 minutes
Inclusions
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Pick Up & Drop Off
- Admission Fees to Attractions
- Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
- Lunch
- Insurance
- Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Ephesus
- Entry/Admission - Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
Exclusions
- Personal Expenses
- Driver - Guide Tips & Gratitue
- Drinks
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Cancellation
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