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Ancient City of Ephesus - Your guide will meet you at the Kusadasi port or hotel with a sign with your name written on it. Then, you will be driven directly to the sites. First, you will visit ancient Ephesus, the best preserved classic city in the eastern Mediterranean and the largest open air museum in Turkey. Visit the Great Theatre, where St. Paul preached against the pagans and gladiators once engaged in battle. Originally holding 25,000 people, the face of the Library of Celsus, which has been remarkably restored, is probably the most photographed place in Ephesus. It was originally built in 115–125.
You might also see the Odeon Temple, Fountain of Trajan, Temple of Hadrian, Scholastica Baths, Marble Road, agora, and the Temple of Domitian. After lunch in a local Turkish restaurant, continue to the House of the Virgin Mary. Mary was brought to Ephesus by the apostle John after the resurrection of Christ and lived her final days here.
After your tour, drive back to the departure point.
- Brand new, fully air-conditioned vehicle with separate driver
- Professional licensed local tour guide
- Convenient port/hotel pickup and drop-off service
- Private tour experience
- Lunch included
- Entrance fees covered, with advance ticket arrangements to skip long lines at Ephesus
- Drinks
- Gratuity
- Personal Expenses
- Entrance fees (We will arrange tickets of Ephesus in advance, so you will skip long ticket lines )
In a single day, you will explore an amazing city renowned for its brilliant architecture and a vibrant peek into historical lifestyles. The city of Ephesus has captivated attention over the ages for its various attractions. This grand city was originally constructed by the Ionians before becoming a significant Roman city. The Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, is situated in Ephesus. The premier church dedicated to Virgin Mary is also found here. Ephesus is also among the seven churches in Asia Minor that received an epistle from Jesus. A stroll through the ancient streets of Ephesus will leave you in awe of historical sites, with outstanding ancient structures like the Celsus Library, Grand Theatre, Temple of Emperor Hadrian, and Ancient Roman Latrines sure to amaze you…
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
