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Visit > Ephesus Ruins, Virgin Mary House, St John Basilica, Temple of Artemis

SKIP-THE-LINE Tickets, Pick up and drop off from Kusadasi Port, Lunch in a local restaurant, Transportation

This is a Best Seller Ephesus tour with an expert local guide and gives you an opportunity to choose SMALL GROUP or PRIVATE TOUR options.

Visit Ancient Ephesus; walk on the ancient roads where Mother Mary, St. John, and St Paul walked, see the monuments such as the Great Theater, Celsus Library, Trajan Fountain, Odeon Temple, and more, See Terrace Houses where rich Ephesians used to live, Visit Mary House; where she spent her final days, St. John Basilica; where John wrote his gospel. Learn history about early Christians and Romans from your local guide, and take a photo from the best photoshoot points.

Travel back in time with this excursion to Ephesus from Izmir. You will tour the vestiges of one of the most surprising ancient cities in the Eastern Mediterranean.
We will pick you up at the indicated hotel at 8:00 am and travel in a comfortable minibus to Ephesus, an ancient city located on the Ionia coast.
After a trip of an hour and a half, we will reach the site of Ephesus, one of the great tourist attractions in Turkey, since it is one of the best preserved Greco-Roman cities in the country. Once there, we will take a guided tour of Ephesus to see some of its monumental jewels, such as the Library of Celsus, one of the most luxurious bibliographic archives of the Roman Empire in the Eastern Mediterranean.
Nearby we will find the Roman Theater. Did you know that it had a capacity for 24,000 people? It is impressive!
After the visit of Ephesus, we take a lunch.
On the other hand, you will also have traditional shopping opportunities for jewelry, leather, or ceramic centers.

Pamukkale's tour will begin with the ancient city of Hierapolis. Hierapolis is one of the most important settlements during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. The theater which has been recently restored is worth seeing. The other place which is going to be visited during the Pamukkale tour is Pamukkale namely “Cotton Castle”. With its spectacular formations of travertine, Pamukkale is welcoming you into a world of wonders. The natural hot spring pool is going to be one of the most precious moments of your Pamukkale tour.

After passing a day full of history and a little relaxation in the spring pool during your Pamukkale tour we wish you a pleasant stay and rest. Depending on group gusto, we have the chance to visit Jewelry, Leather, Carpet, or Ceramic centers.

Ephesus was an ancient Greco-Roman city on the Ionian coast, three kilometers southwest of modern-day Selçuk in the province of Izmir, Turkey. The Ephesus tour includes the ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus which are on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
The city itself and the ruins are all next to a fertile valley. Once a commercial center of the ancient world, a religious center of early Christianity. Ephesus was one of the best-preserved ancient cities with its treasure odeon, Temple of Domitian, Roman baths, public toilets, Hercules Gate in the world and a highlight of any visit to Turkey.
Visit The House of the Virgin Mary where she spends her last days with her fountains and desire wall. Temple of Artemis (panoramic), which is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
During lunch, you will have the opportunity to try exquisite Turkish cuisine. On the other hand, you will also have traditional shopping opportunities for jewelry, leather, or ceramic centers.

No trip to Turkey is complete without exploring the ancient ruins of Ephesus - the best-preserved classical city in the eastern Mediterranean. You will also visit the final resting place of the Virgin Mary on this day trip from Izmir.

Immerse yourself in history during this full-day tour to Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary from Izmir. See the site where we believe the world’s most famous woman lived at the end of her life, after virgins mary,s house we will visit Ephesus. Deluse yourself in the most well-preserved ancient city in the world. Visit the ruins and stop at places such as the Odeon,the famous library from Celsus,the Bouleterion, the Temple of Hadrian, the Agora, the Bath of Scholastica, and the Great Theater. Visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and explore the tiny village of Şirince.Transportation from the Izmir airport or your hotel is provided by our airconditioned busses.

Highlights today will be the library of Celsus,the temple of Artemis and fruit wine tasting in Şirince.

Discover fascinating archaeological site of Ephesus, House of the Virgin Mary, Terrace Houses  and Temple of Artemis with an expert local tour guide on this private tour. Your expert tour guide will take you two thousand years back with all tiny details that you would have never know existed. This private tour is a good example of how guided tours should be done, with well prepared guides, who know and love their country and ready to answer all your questions. We ensure great value for money. Upon to your request, you will have a chance for a local lunch in a local restaurant. IT WILL BE A PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY. SO YOU CAN SPEND YOUR TIME IN THE SITES AS MUCH AS YOU WISHED. ON THE OTHER HAND, YOU ARE ABLE TO SUIT THE TOUR DEPENDING TO YOUR INTERESTS AND TIME.

THIS TOUR FOR CRUISE GUESTS ONLY. IF YOU ARE NOT FROM A CRUISE SHIP, PLEASE CHECK OUR OTHER TOUR OPTIONS.

Explore the natural wonders and the history of the ancient world on a full-day tour. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hierapolis. Enjoy the warm healing water of the travertines of Pamukkale.

THIS IS A PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOU AND YOUR TRAVEL COMPANIONS / Enjoy your full day,private guided tour that combined ancient Roman and Biblical history in Ancient City of Ephesus, House of the Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis. This private tour will give you the opportunity to understand typical life of the Romans. Walk on the streets that Apostle Paul walked, see the Grand Theatre of Ephesus that St. Paul preached to Ephesians, take great pictures of Celsus Library,explore Roman Baths,Temple of Hadrian, Public Toilets, Marble Street, etc. Feel very peaceful atmosphere of House of the Virgin Mary; see the Temple of Artemis that was one of the seven wonders of ancient world. Ensure a personalized experience with your knowledgeable guide. It is a private tour, so you can spend your time in the sites as much as you wished, take pictures from the best foto ops that are shown by your guide, ask your questions to your private guide who will be with you entire day.

Give yourself a chance to enjoy a full day tour of Ephesus, Virgin Mary House and The Temple of Artemis o a day trip from Izmir
Visit the House of Virgin Mary where she might spend her last days and learn about her life
Explore the well-preserved UNESCO Heritage site of Ephesus
Step into the past and walk on the marble streets as Romans did once
View the stunning Library of Celsus which was the third largest library of the Roman times
See the Temple of Artemis once one of the Seven Wonders of the World

Enjoy a one day excursion that brings together the wonders of nature and of the ancient world and a perfect extension to your stay in Izmir. Explore the picturesque Pamukkale. Visit the ruins of the UNESCO site of Hierapolis including the largest Necropolis of ancient Anatolia. Walk in the natural white travertine terraces. Take the optional lifetime chance to swim in the antique Cleopatra's Pool.

Explore the magnificent ruins of Ephesus on a private tour with hotel transfers from Kusadasi or Izmir. Uncover the secrets of the ancient city and immerse yourself in its rich history with a guide.

Succumb to the spectacular sight of Pamukkale - a unique natural wonder with dazzling white petrified lime cascades. At the ancient city of Hierapolis explore its Theater, a 2nd century AD building in Roman style. You'll also see the exceptional Necropolis, the largest ancient cemetery in Anatolia.

THIS IS A PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOU AND YOUR TRAVEL COMPANIONS / Enjoy your full day,private guided tour that combined ancient Roman and Biblical history in Ancient City of Ephesus, House of the Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis. This private tour will give you the opportunity to understand typical life of the Romans. Walk on the streets that Apostle Paul walked, see the Grand Theatre of Ephesus that St. Paul preached to Ephesians, take great pictures of Celsus Library,explore Roman Baths,Temple of Hadrian, Public Toilets, Marble Street, etc. Feel very peaceful atmosphere of House of the Virgin Mary; see the Temple of Artemis that was one of the seven wonders of ancient world. Ensure a personalized experience with your knowledgeable guide. It is a private tour, so you can spend your time in the sites as much as you wished, take pictures from the best foto ops that are shown by your guide, ask your questions to your private guide who will be with you entire day.

Bergama tour will take you to the magical pages of history. Here we will learn about history and ancient civilizations and will visit some art centers. You will also have enough free time to shop at some centers and you will get great photos.
This tour combines ancient wonders and coastal beauty along the Izmir Province and Turkish Aegean Coast:
Izmir: Experience the vibrant culture and history of Izmir, one of the oldest cities in the Mediterranean.
Pergamon Ancient City: Explore the ancient ruins atop the Acropolis, including the Altar of Zeus and the Library of Pergamon.
The Asklepion: Visit this ancient healing center dedicated to Asclepius, offering insights into ancient medical practices.
Bergama: Immerse yourself in the local culture of Bergama, with its charming streets, markets, and warm hospitality.
Turkish Aegean Coast: Enjoy the stunning coastal scenery throughout the tour, adding natural beauty to the experience.

Discover Ephesus on a day trip from Izmir, Kusadasi, or Selcuk. Visit sights like the House of the Virgin Mary, the Temple of Artemis, and the Library of Celsus with a local guide.

Discover Ephesus on a day trip from Izmir, Kusadasi, or Selcuk. Visit sights like the House of the Virgin Mary, the Temple of Artemis, and the Library of Celsus with a local guide.

Discover the secrets of Ephesus with a local wine tasting experience.

Walk along the colonnaded streets in Ephesus to get a feeling of what life was like in Roman times, and then enjoy tasting the spectacular local wines of this region.

Travel back in time to explore the remarkable ancient city of Ephesus, the glory of an old civilization, and the interesting everyday life of the ancient people.

Drive through the outstanding scenery of olive orchards, and pine trees to the local vinery. It is located in an isolated area, very peaceful. Enjoy all the colors of green on endless vineyards while sipping your local wine paired with delectable appetizers; homemade bread, a cheese plate, and extra virgin olive oil.

Don't miss the chance to satisfy your eyes and stomach at the same time!

Smell, swirl and sip to feel what Greek Gods once felt while enjoying the grapes of this region.

***The allotted time for transportation is already included in the total duration (6 hours).

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. In eight hours, you will be able to explore the ancient city, the House of Virgin Mary, and Temple of Artemis with a pick up and drop off service from Izmir

The Pamukkale Small Group Tour from Izmir is a full-day tour that takes you to explore the natural beauty and historical sites of Pamukkale, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The tour starts with a convenient pickup from your hotel in Izmir, and then takes you on a scenic drive through the Turkish countryside to Pamukkale. Once there, you'll have the chance to explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, where you'll see well-preserved ruins.

Next, you'll head to the Pamukkale hot springs, known for their therapeutic properties, and take a dip in the warm mineral-rich water. Finally, you'll marvel at the famous Pamukkale travertine terraces, made of white calcite and formed over thousands of years by the flow of hot springs.

After the tour, you'll be dropped off back at your hotel in Izmir, with memories of an unforgettable day exploring one of Turkey's most unique natural wonders.

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