8-Hour Tour of the Ancient Ephesus City in Turkey
Highlights
Ephesus
archaeological, cultural, historical
Private Tour
8 Hours
Medium
English
Description
Explore the ancient city of Ephesus, a gem in the Turkish heartland. Marvel at the House of Mary, home to the mother of Jesus Christ and Celsus Library, the last remaining instances of magnificent libraries from the past. Hadrian's Temple and the Temple of Artemis are the star attractions here. Make sure not to miss the fascinating cultural showcase in Kuşadasi.
Itinerary
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Ancient Ephesus City Tour
- Start your day with a pleasant drive through the countryside to visit the House of Mary - a setting that is a shrine to some and a curiosity to others. It is reputedly the home of Mary- the mother of Jesus Christ, where she spent her last days. Archaeological evidence shows that the little house here dates back to the 6th century CE, but its foundations are from the 1st century CE. This ties in with the commonly held belief that Mary moved to Anatolia. The home's basement has been found and restored. Today, you can see two rooms inside the house.
- Drive to see the ruins of Ephesus, which dates predominantly from the later Roman period. The stunning ruins here include the towering façade of the Celsus Library Hadrian's Temple and the Sacred Way, one of the main thoroughfares used by the Ancient Romans.
- The next stop in the tour will be the breathtaking amphitheatre where St. Paul once preached to the Ephesians.
- Drive towards the town of Seljuk. Visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, which was once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You will have an opportunity to see the original location of the ruins.
- Eat lunch at a recommended local restaurant.
- Head to Kusadasi to enjoy a cultural demonstration and shopping.
What's Included
What's Excluded
What To Bring
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations within 24 hours before the tour -
Refund of 50% of the tour price.
Price
| The Group Size and Price | |
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| 1 to 14 | /group |
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This is a private tour |
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