Ephesus: Small Group Tour for Cruise Passengers

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ID: GYG164088-1072921
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Land: Türkei

Dauer: 05:00 Stunden


Beschreibung

With a professional, licensed guide, you will walk through the marble streets of the classical city and admire its many impressive monuments . Explore Ephesus and discover the culture of the area.
After pickup from the pier, start your tour with a 20-minute drive to Ephesus. Ephesus is an ancient city located in modern-day Turkey, near the town of Selçuk. It was one of the most important cities of the Roman Empire and is considered one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world. Visitors to Ephesus can explore its well-preserved ruins, including the Library of Celsius, Hadrian's Temple, the Great Theater, and the Terrace Houses. The House of the Virgin Mary and the Basilica of St. John are also located near Ephesus and are popular pilgrimage sites for Christians.

Visit the House of Virgin Mary, one of the pilgrimage centers of Christians and the site where Virgin Mary passed her time and died. Discover its history with the former Popes, and see the gifts they brought for this shrine.
Then we will drive to Ephesus. Ephesus was one of the most important harbor cities in the antique world and also it is mentioned in the book of Revelations as one of the seven churches. Also, Celsus Library and theater in Ephesus are the other highlights. In Ephesus, we will see, Celcus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the fountain of Trajan, and the Theater.
Next, stop at the Temple of Artemis, , also known as the Artemision, was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It was located in the ancient city of Ephesus, Turkey and was dedicated to the Greek goddess Artemis. The temple was considered to be one of the largest and most impressive structures in the ancient world and was known for its grand size and luxurious decoration. Unfortunately, the temple was destroyed in a fire and its ruins were later rediscovered in the 19th century. Despite its destruction, the Temple of Artemis remains a significant part of ancient history and is considered to be one of the most important archaeological sites in Turkey.

Enjoy a local lunch before heading back to Kusadasi town center and port.

Höhepunkte

  • Explore Ephesus, the most impressive archeological site in Turkey
  • Marvel at the sights
  • See the first church dedicated to Virgin Mary in Ephesus
  • Explore the Roman Baths, Temple of Hadrian, Public Toilets, Marble Street
  • Discover the House of the Virgin Mary,

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WICHTIGE INFORMATIONEN
• Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a hat and plenty of sunscreen as shade is limited
• Terrace Houses are optional and not recommended for disabled people because of the steps. The minimum required time for Terrace Houses is 30 minutes
• The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion
• Ephesus: 100 Turkish Lira (equivalent of €12)
• House of Mary: 55 Turkish Lira (equivalent of €8)
• Temple of Artemis: Free of Charge
• Sirince Village: Free of charge
• Isa Bey Mosque: Free of Charge
• Terrace Houses: 55 Turkish Lira (equivalent of €8)
• Basilica of St. John: 35 Turkish Lira (equivalent of €4)
IM PREIS INBEGRIFFEN
  • Private professional licensed guide
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private professional driver
IM PREIS NICHT INBEGRIFFEN
  • Entrance fees
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities for your guide and driver
  • Drinks (unless specifically mentioned)
  • Other personal expenses

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