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From Izmir: Full-Day Ephesus Tour

From Izmir: Full-Day Ephesus Tour

Start with a pickup from your hotel in Izmir. Then, the discovery of Ephesus begins with the House of the Virgin Mary and a 10-minute drive to the ancient city of Ephesus. Explore the city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by a guide.  See the Odeon, State Agora, the Pretension, the Memmius Monument, the Domitian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, and the Latrines. Choose to take an optional visit to the terrace houses for an additional cost.  After the terrace houses, carry on with your exploration with the Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theater, and Arcadian (harbor road). Enjoy a nice lunch served in a quaint local restaurant. Visit the Temple of Artemisa and take pictures of the Mosque of İsa Bey. Enjoy free time in the old village of Sirince to discover the traditional houses, the fruit-flavored wine production, and enjoy some wine tasting.  End the day with a transfer back to Izmir airport or to your hotel in Izmir.

From Kusadasi: Ephesus Private Tour for Cruise Passengers

From Kusadasi: Ephesus Private Tour for Cruise Passengers

Disembark and meet your private guide at the Kusadasi Port. Start by driving to the House of the Virgin Mary, the place where Mary may have spent her last days, officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986. Up next, enjoy a short drive to Ephesus to admire the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Discover this historic site, one of the 7 churches of revelation, by walking along the marble streets in the company of your guide. See the Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, Latriens and Private House, Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theater, and Arcadine. Head over to the Temple of Artemis and snap photos of the Church of St. John and the Mosque of Isa Bey from the best possible angle. Finally, be dropped off back at the Kusadasi Port.

From Izmir: Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour with Lunch

From Izmir: Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour with Lunch

Start your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Izmir and enjoy the drive to your first destination, the House of the Virgin Mary, a popular pilgrimage site. After a 1-hour visit to the church, you'll head to Ephesus, a 10-minute drive away. Walk the marble streets of Ephesus and see the Odeon, the State Agora, the Prytaneion, the Memmius Monument, the Domination Temple and much more. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony of the Hellenistic, Roman and early Christian periods. Enjoy a nice lunch during the 2-hour stay in Ephesus, and take the opportunity to visit the "Terrace Houses" (entry fee not included). Visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. See the Church of St. John and the Mosque of Isa Bey. Next, visit Sirince, a village popular for its beautiful traditional houses and fruit-flavored wines. Enjoy some free time for wine tasting.

Ephesus Full-Day Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk

Ephesus Full-Day Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk

The tour starts with your pickup from your hotel in Kusadasi. The pickup in Kusadasi starts at 08:30 am, and the pickup in Selcuk starts at 09:00 am. After all the participants of the tour are collected, the discovery of Ephesus starts with the House of Virgin Mary. The House of Virgin Mary is the place where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come in this area together with Saint John. This place was officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited shrine in 1967. The visit to the House (church) takes about 1 hour and after our visit, there will be a 10-minute drive to Ephesus. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven Churches of Revelation Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey. In two hours, you will explore the city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide. In our tour, you'll see the Odeon, State Agora, the Prytaneion, the Memmius monument, the Domatian temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, the Hadrian temple, and the Latriens. The visits to the private houses (So-called ‘Terrace Houses’) is an optional visit for an extra 320 ₺/ per person and your guide should be informed beforehand. After the terrace houses, we will carry on with our exploration with the Celsus library, Marble Road, commercial Agora, great theater, and Arcadiane (harbor road). A nice lunch will be served in a quaint local restaurant. After lunch we will visit the temple of Artemis; which is one of the 'seven world wonders' of antiquity. Here, there will be good chance to take gorgeous pictures of the church of St. John and the Mosque of İsa Bey. Sirince is an old village of ‘the Byzantine Greeks situated on the hills of Selcuk and 9 km from Ephesus. As part of the peace pact after the Turkish national war (1919-1922), a formal exchange of Turkish and Greeks, was agreed upon and Sirince is inhabited by Turkish now. The village is popular for beautiful traditional houses and fruit-flavored wine production, and you will have a free time for some wine tasting. Our daily tour will be finalised around 4:30 pm and you will be brought back to your hotels.

Kusadasi: Ephesus, Mary’s House & Artemis Temple with Lunch

Kusadasi: Ephesus, Mary’s House & Artemis Temple with Lunch

Discover the ancient city of Ephesus, where history comes to life through its well-preserved ruins. Begin your tour with a pick-up from your hotel or the port and get ready to explore the rich past of this remarkable place. First, you'll visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a site with deep historical and religious meaning. Afterward, visit the ancient city of Ephesus. In Ephesus, you'll walk through old streets and see famous landmarks like the Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domitian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, and the ancient latrines. For an extra fee, you can visit the Terrace Houses, where you’ll find beautiful frescoes and mosaics. You’ll also visit the Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theater, and Arcadian Street. At the Ephesus Experience Museum, you’ll see artifacts and exhibits that tell the city’s story. After visit the Temple of Artemis and see the Church of St. John and İsa Bey Mosque from outside. Then, enjoy a local lunch at a cozy restaurant and we will visit some local shopping places . The tour ends with a return to your hotel or the port. This experience gives you a deep insight into the history, culture, and architecture of Ephesus, leaving you with lasting memories.

From Istanbul: Ephesus Tour with Roundtrip Flight

From Istanbul: Ephesus Tour with Roundtrip Flight

You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul and transferred to the airport. Arrive at the Istanbul airport for your flight from Istanbul to Izmir. Fly from Istanbul to Izmir. Upon your arrival at Izmir Airport, you will be meeting our driver and will be transferred to Ephesus to join the daily Ephesus full-day tour. The House of Virgin Mary is the place where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come to the area together with Saint John. This place was officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967. The visit to the House (church) takes about 45 minutes and after our visit; there will be a 5-minute drive to Ephesus. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven Churches of Revelation. Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey. In two hours, you will be exploring the city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide. On our tour, we will be seeing the Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, and Latriens. The visit to The Private House (So-called brothel, ‘Terrace Houses’) is an optional visit for an extra 320 ₺/person and your guide should be informed beforehand. After Terrace Houses, we will carry on with our exploration of Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theather, and Arcadine (Harbour Road). We will carry on with the visit to the Temple of Artemis; which is one of the Seven Wonders of antiquity. Here, there will be a good chance to shoot photos of the Church of St.John and the Mosque of İsa Bey from the best angle as well. Sirince is an old village of ‘Rum’ (Byzantine Greeks) situated on the hills of Selcuk and 7 km from Ephesus. As part of the peace treaty after the Turkish National War (1919-1922), a formal exchange of Turkish and Greeks, was agreed upon and Sirince is inhabited by Turkish now. The village is popular for beautiful traditional houses and fruit-flavored wine production, and you will have free time for some wine tasting. Our Daily Tour will be finalized around 4:30 pm and you will be transferred back to the airport for your flight to Istanbul. Our driver will pick you up at the airport and transfer you back to your hotel in the evening.

Kusadasi: Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, and Temple Tour

Kusadasi: Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, and Temple Tour

Discover the ancient city of Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis on a guided tour from Kusadasi. Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch and learn about the history of the region from your guide. Start your tour with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kusadasi or the cruise port. Meet your professional, English-speaking guide and board the comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle that will take you to the day's destinations. Drive to Ephesus and enjoy a scenic drive through the Turkish countryside, taking in views of the rolling hills and local villages. Your guide will provide a brief overview of the day's itinerary and share fascinating insights into the history and culture of the region. Enter Ephesus through one of its main gates and begin your exploration. Travel a short distance from Ephesus to the serene site of the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be the final home of Mary. Explore the modest stone house, take time for reflection or prayer, and drink from the spring water, thought to have healing properties. Don’t forget to leave a wish or prayer on the wishing wall. Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant, included in the tour. Relish the flavors of the region with a variety of dishes, often including fresh salads, kebabs, and sweet desserts. Use this time to relax and discuss the morning's experiences with fellow travelers. After lunch, continue to the site of the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although only a few columns remain, your guide will bring the history to life, describing the temple’s grandeur and its significance in ancient times. This brief stop offers a chance to imagine the former glory of this magnificent structure and to take photos of the remaining ruins. After visiting the Temple of Artemis, board the vehicle for the return journey to Kusadasi. Enjoy the scenic drive back and reflect on the day's exploration of ancient history and culture. Arrive back in Kusadasi, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or cruise port.

Kusadasi Port: All Inclusive Ephesus Tour (Skip-The-Line)

Kusadasi Port: All Inclusive Ephesus Tour (Skip-The-Line)

Upon your arrival at Kusadasi Port, you will be greeted by your private guide who will accompany you throughout the tour. The first stop on our itinerary is the House of the Virgin Mary. The House of Virgin Mary is where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come in the area together with Saint John. This place was officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967. The visit to the House (church) takes about 45 minutes and after our visit; there will be a 5 min drive to Ephesus. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven churches of revelation. Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey.It will take about 2 hours to discover Ephesus ancient city by walking on the marble streets, so it is helpful to wear comfortable shoes like sneakers. accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide. The site has two entrances; as it is slightly downhill, it is better to start from the upper gate. On our tour, we will be seeing Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, Latriens, and Private House (so-called Brothel, 'Terrace Houses') Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theater, and Arcadine (Harbour Road). We will visit the Temple of Artemis; which is one of the seven world wonders of antiquity. there will be a good chance to shoot photos of the Church of St. John and Mosque of Isa Bey from the best angle as well. After the tour, we will make sure to drop you off at Kusadasi Port promptly, ensuring that you are returned to your desired location on time. Your convenience and satisfaction are our top priorities throughout the tour.

Kusadasi or Selcuk: Highlights of Ephesus - Small Group Tour

Kusadasi or Selcuk: Highlights of Ephesus - Small Group Tour

The tour starts with your pick-up from your hotel in Kusadasi. The pick-up in Kusadasi starts at 08:30 am, and the pick-up in Selcuk starts at 09:00 am. After all the participants of the tour meet up; the discovery of Ephesus starts with the House of the Virgin Mary. The House of the Virgin Mary is the place where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come to this area together with Saint John. This place was officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967. The visit to the House (church) takes about 1 hour and after our visit there will be a 10 min drive to Ephesus. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven Churches of Revelation Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey. In two hours, you will be exploring the city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide. On our tour, we will be seeing the Odeon, state agora, the Prytaneion, the Memmius monument, the Domatian temple, Hercules Gate, curates street, the Hadrian temple, and the Latriens. The visit to the private houses (So-called ‘Terrace Houses’) is an optional visit for an extra 320 ₺/ per person and your guide should be informed beforehand. After the terrace houses, we will carry on with our exploration of the Celsus library, marble road, commercial Agora, great theatre, and Arcadiane (harbor road). A nice lunch will be served in a quaint local restaurant. After lunch, we will visit the temple of Artemis, one of the 'seven world wonders' of antiquity. Here, there will be a good chance to take gorgeous pictures of the church of St.John and the Mosque of İsa Bey. Sirince is an old village of ‘the Byzantine Greeks situated on the hills of Selcuk and 9 km from Ephesus. As part of the peace pact after the Turkish national war (1919-1922), a formal exchange of Turkish and Greeks, was agreed upon and Sirince is inhabited by Turkish now. The village is popular for beautiful traditional houses and fruit-flavored wine production, and you will have free time for some wine tasting. Our daily tour will be finalized around 4:30 pm and you will be brought back to your hotels.

Kusadasi Port: Ephesus & Terrace Houses Tour (Skip-The-Line)

Kusadasi Port: Ephesus & Terrace Houses Tour (Skip-The-Line)

Your private guide at Kusadasi Port will meet you. You will drive Ephesus. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven churches of revelation. Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey. It will take about 2 hours to discover Ephesus ancient city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide. The site has two entrances; as it is slightly downhill, it is a better idea to start from the upper gate.In our tour, we will be seeing the Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, Latriens, and the Private Houses (so-called, 'Terrace Houses') Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theater, and Arcadine (Harbour Road). Terrace Houses in Ephesus on the Curetes street belonged to prominent city people. They are dated back to 1C AD; some were inhabited up to 7C AD. They were luxurious private houses with mosaic floors, fountains, and central heating. Also, we will bring a visit to the Temple of Artemis; which is one of the seven world wonders of antiquity. During our visit, you will have a chance to take good photographs of the Church of St. John and the Mosque of Isa Bey from the best angle. After the tour, we will make sure to drop you off at Kusadasi Port promptly, ensuring that you are returned to your desired location on time. Your convenience and satisfaction are our top priorities throughout the tour.

Hercules Gate: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Izmir: Full-Day Ephesus Tour

From Izmir: Full-Day Ephesus Tour

Start with a pickup from your hotel in Izmir. Then, the discovery of Ephesus begins with the House of the Virgin Mary and a 10-minute drive to the ancient city of Ephesus. Explore the city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by a guide.  See the Odeon, State Agora, the Pretension, the Memmius Monument, the Domitian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, and the Latrines. Choose to take an optional visit to the terrace houses for an additional cost.  After the terrace houses, carry on with your exploration with the Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theater, and Arcadian (harbor road). Enjoy a nice lunch served in a quaint local restaurant. Visit the Temple of Artemisa and take pictures of the Mosque of İsa Bey. Enjoy free time in the old village of Sirince to discover the traditional houses, the fruit-flavored wine production, and enjoy some wine tasting.  End the day with a transfer back to Izmir airport or to your hotel in Izmir.

From Kusadasi: Ephesus Private Tour for Cruise Passengers

From Kusadasi: Ephesus Private Tour for Cruise Passengers

Disembark and meet your private guide at the Kusadasi Port. Start by driving to the House of the Virgin Mary, the place where Mary may have spent her last days, officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986. Up next, enjoy a short drive to Ephesus to admire the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Discover this historic site, one of the 7 churches of revelation, by walking along the marble streets in the company of your guide. See the Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, Latriens and Private House, Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theater, and Arcadine. Head over to the Temple of Artemis and snap photos of the Church of St. John and the Mosque of Isa Bey from the best possible angle. Finally, be dropped off back at the Kusadasi Port.

From Izmir: Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour with Lunch

From Izmir: Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour with Lunch

Start your day with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Izmir and enjoy the drive to your first destination, the House of the Virgin Mary, a popular pilgrimage site. After a 1-hour visit to the church, you'll head to Ephesus, a 10-minute drive away. Walk the marble streets of Ephesus and see the Odeon, the State Agora, the Prytaneion, the Memmius Monument, the Domination Temple and much more. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony of the Hellenistic, Roman and early Christian periods. Enjoy a nice lunch during the 2-hour stay in Ephesus, and take the opportunity to visit the "Terrace Houses" (entry fee not included). Visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. See the Church of St. John and the Mosque of Isa Bey. Next, visit Sirince, a village popular for its beautiful traditional houses and fruit-flavored wines. Enjoy some free time for wine tasting.

Ephesus Full-Day Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk

Ephesus Full-Day Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk

The tour starts with your pickup from your hotel in Kusadasi. The pickup in Kusadasi starts at 08:30 am, and the pickup in Selcuk starts at 09:00 am. After all the participants of the tour are collected, the discovery of Ephesus starts with the House of Virgin Mary. The House of Virgin Mary is the place where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come in this area together with Saint John. This place was officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited shrine in 1967. The visit to the House (church) takes about 1 hour and after our visit, there will be a 10-minute drive to Ephesus. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven Churches of Revelation Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey. In two hours, you will explore the city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide. In our tour, you'll see the Odeon, State Agora, the Prytaneion, the Memmius monument, the Domatian temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, the Hadrian temple, and the Latriens. The visits to the private houses (So-called ‘Terrace Houses’) is an optional visit for an extra 320 ₺/ per person and your guide should be informed beforehand. After the terrace houses, we will carry on with our exploration with the Celsus library, Marble Road, commercial Agora, great theater, and Arcadiane (harbor road). A nice lunch will be served in a quaint local restaurant. After lunch we will visit the temple of Artemis; which is one of the 'seven world wonders' of antiquity. Here, there will be good chance to take gorgeous pictures of the church of St. John and the Mosque of İsa Bey. Sirince is an old village of ‘the Byzantine Greeks situated on the hills of Selcuk and 9 km from Ephesus. As part of the peace pact after the Turkish national war (1919-1922), a formal exchange of Turkish and Greeks, was agreed upon and Sirince is inhabited by Turkish now. The village is popular for beautiful traditional houses and fruit-flavored wine production, and you will have a free time for some wine tasting. Our daily tour will be finalised around 4:30 pm and you will be brought back to your hotels.

Kusadasi: Ephesus, Mary’s House & Artemis Temple with Lunch

Kusadasi: Ephesus, Mary’s House & Artemis Temple with Lunch

Discover the ancient city of Ephesus, where history comes to life through its well-preserved ruins. Begin your tour with a pick-up from your hotel or the port and get ready to explore the rich past of this remarkable place. First, you'll visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a site with deep historical and religious meaning. Afterward, visit the ancient city of Ephesus. In Ephesus, you'll walk through old streets and see famous landmarks like the Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domitian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, and the ancient latrines. For an extra fee, you can visit the Terrace Houses, where you’ll find beautiful frescoes and mosaics. You’ll also visit the Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theater, and Arcadian Street. At the Ephesus Experience Museum, you’ll see artifacts and exhibits that tell the city’s story. After visit the Temple of Artemis and see the Church of St. John and İsa Bey Mosque from outside. Then, enjoy a local lunch at a cozy restaurant and we will visit some local shopping places . The tour ends with a return to your hotel or the port. This experience gives you a deep insight into the history, culture, and architecture of Ephesus, leaving you with lasting memories.

From Istanbul: Ephesus Tour with Roundtrip Flight

From Istanbul: Ephesus Tour with Roundtrip Flight

You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul and transferred to the airport. Arrive at the Istanbul airport for your flight from Istanbul to Izmir. Fly from Istanbul to Izmir. Upon your arrival at Izmir Airport, you will be meeting our driver and will be transferred to Ephesus to join the daily Ephesus full-day tour. The House of Virgin Mary is the place where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come to the area together with Saint John. This place was officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967. The visit to the House (church) takes about 45 minutes and after our visit; there will be a 5-minute drive to Ephesus. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven Churches of Revelation. Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey. In two hours, you will be exploring the city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide. On our tour, we will be seeing the Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, and Latriens. The visit to The Private House (So-called brothel, ‘Terrace Houses’) is an optional visit for an extra 320 ₺/person and your guide should be informed beforehand. After Terrace Houses, we will carry on with our exploration of Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theather, and Arcadine (Harbour Road). We will carry on with the visit to the Temple of Artemis; which is one of the Seven Wonders of antiquity. Here, there will be a good chance to shoot photos of the Church of St.John and the Mosque of İsa Bey from the best angle as well. Sirince is an old village of ‘Rum’ (Byzantine Greeks) situated on the hills of Selcuk and 7 km from Ephesus. As part of the peace treaty after the Turkish National War (1919-1922), a formal exchange of Turkish and Greeks, was agreed upon and Sirince is inhabited by Turkish now. The village is popular for beautiful traditional houses and fruit-flavored wine production, and you will have free time for some wine tasting. Our Daily Tour will be finalized around 4:30 pm and you will be transferred back to the airport for your flight to Istanbul. Our driver will pick you up at the airport and transfer you back to your hotel in the evening.

Kusadasi: Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, and Temple Tour

Kusadasi: Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, and Temple Tour

Discover the ancient city of Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis on a guided tour from Kusadasi. Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch and learn about the history of the region from your guide. Start your tour with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Kusadasi or the cruise port. Meet your professional, English-speaking guide and board the comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle that will take you to the day's destinations. Drive to Ephesus and enjoy a scenic drive through the Turkish countryside, taking in views of the rolling hills and local villages. Your guide will provide a brief overview of the day's itinerary and share fascinating insights into the history and culture of the region. Enter Ephesus through one of its main gates and begin your exploration. Travel a short distance from Ephesus to the serene site of the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be the final home of Mary. Explore the modest stone house, take time for reflection or prayer, and drink from the spring water, thought to have healing properties. Don’t forget to leave a wish or prayer on the wishing wall. Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant, included in the tour. Relish the flavors of the region with a variety of dishes, often including fresh salads, kebabs, and sweet desserts. Use this time to relax and discuss the morning's experiences with fellow travelers. After lunch, continue to the site of the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although only a few columns remain, your guide will bring the history to life, describing the temple’s grandeur and its significance in ancient times. This brief stop offers a chance to imagine the former glory of this magnificent structure and to take photos of the remaining ruins. After visiting the Temple of Artemis, board the vehicle for the return journey to Kusadasi. Enjoy the scenic drive back and reflect on the day's exploration of ancient history and culture. Arrive back in Kusadasi, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or cruise port.

Kusadasi Port: All Inclusive Ephesus Tour (Skip-The-Line)

Kusadasi Port: All Inclusive Ephesus Tour (Skip-The-Line)

Upon your arrival at Kusadasi Port, you will be greeted by your private guide who will accompany you throughout the tour. The first stop on our itinerary is the House of the Virgin Mary. The House of Virgin Mary is where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come in the area together with Saint John. This place was officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967. The visit to the House (church) takes about 45 minutes and after our visit; there will be a 5 min drive to Ephesus. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven churches of revelation. Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey.It will take about 2 hours to discover Ephesus ancient city by walking on the marble streets, so it is helpful to wear comfortable shoes like sneakers. accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide. The site has two entrances; as it is slightly downhill, it is better to start from the upper gate. On our tour, we will be seeing Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, Latriens, and Private House (so-called Brothel, 'Terrace Houses') Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theater, and Arcadine (Harbour Road). We will visit the Temple of Artemis; which is one of the seven world wonders of antiquity. there will be a good chance to shoot photos of the Church of St. John and Mosque of Isa Bey from the best angle as well. After the tour, we will make sure to drop you off at Kusadasi Port promptly, ensuring that you are returned to your desired location on time. Your convenience and satisfaction are our top priorities throughout the tour.

Kusadasi or Selcuk: Highlights of Ephesus - Small Group Tour

Kusadasi or Selcuk: Highlights of Ephesus - Small Group Tour

The tour starts with your pick-up from your hotel in Kusadasi. The pick-up in Kusadasi starts at 08:30 am, and the pick-up in Selcuk starts at 09:00 am. After all the participants of the tour meet up; the discovery of Ephesus starts with the House of the Virgin Mary. The House of the Virgin Mary is the place where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come to this area together with Saint John. This place was officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967. The visit to the House (church) takes about 1 hour and after our visit there will be a 10 min drive to Ephesus. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven Churches of Revelation Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey. In two hours, you will be exploring the city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide. On our tour, we will be seeing the Odeon, state agora, the Prytaneion, the Memmius monument, the Domatian temple, Hercules Gate, curates street, the Hadrian temple, and the Latriens. The visit to the private houses (So-called ‘Terrace Houses’) is an optional visit for an extra 320 ₺/ per person and your guide should be informed beforehand. After the terrace houses, we will carry on with our exploration of the Celsus library, marble road, commercial Agora, great theatre, and Arcadiane (harbor road). A nice lunch will be served in a quaint local restaurant. After lunch, we will visit the temple of Artemis, one of the 'seven world wonders' of antiquity. Here, there will be a good chance to take gorgeous pictures of the church of St.John and the Mosque of İsa Bey. Sirince is an old village of ‘the Byzantine Greeks situated on the hills of Selcuk and 9 km from Ephesus. As part of the peace pact after the Turkish national war (1919-1922), a formal exchange of Turkish and Greeks, was agreed upon and Sirince is inhabited by Turkish now. The village is popular for beautiful traditional houses and fruit-flavored wine production, and you will have free time for some wine tasting. Our daily tour will be finalized around 4:30 pm and you will be brought back to your hotels.

Kusadasi Port: Ephesus & Terrace Houses Tour (Skip-The-Line)

Kusadasi Port: Ephesus & Terrace Houses Tour (Skip-The-Line)

Your private guide at Kusadasi Port will meet you. You will drive Ephesus. Ephesus is an exceptional testimony to the cultural traditions of the Hellenistic, Roman Imperial, and early Christian periods. Ephesus is an important site for Christianity; being one of the seven churches of revelation. Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey. It will take about 2 hours to discover Ephesus ancient city by walking on the marble streets, accompanied by our English-speaking tour guide. The site has two entrances; as it is slightly downhill, it is a better idea to start from the upper gate.In our tour, we will be seeing the Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, Latriens, and the Private Houses (so-called, 'Terrace Houses') Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theater, and Arcadine (Harbour Road). Terrace Houses in Ephesus on the Curetes street belonged to prominent city people. They are dated back to 1C AD; some were inhabited up to 7C AD. They were luxurious private houses with mosaic floors, fountains, and central heating. Also, we will bring a visit to the Temple of Artemis; which is one of the seven world wonders of antiquity. During our visit, you will have a chance to take good photographs of the Church of St. John and the Mosque of Isa Bey from the best angle. After the tour, we will make sure to drop you off at Kusadasi Port promptly, ensuring that you are returned to your desired location on time. Your convenience and satisfaction are our top priorities throughout the tour.

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