From Istanbul: Private Ephesus Tour with Flights & Transfers

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ID: GYG877476-1380665
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Country: Turkey

Duration: 1 days


Description

Visit the ancient city of Ephesus and the House of Mother Mary on a day trip from Istanbul. See the Temple of Artemis, the Celsus Library, the Grand Theater of Ephesus and House of Mother Mary.
Pick up from your hotel in Taksim or Old City Area at 05:00 and transfer to the airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon your arrival you will meet with our team in front of the exit gate of the terminal. Then, drive to the country to the Selçuk/Ephesus.

See the Temple of Artemis, one of the wonders of the ancient world. Then a visit to Ephesus is a visit to one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world.

Ancient historians believed that Ephesus was founded by the Amazons, but now, it is believed to have been the Hittite city of Apasas. With your private tour guide, you will see the Odeon, where the advisory council held its meetings and the Roman Baths, as well as many other columns, monuments, and ruins, including the Celsus Library and the Grand Theater of Ephesus. After our compliemtary lunch, enjoy the scenery or shopping opportunity at the rug weawing school.

In the afternoon, visit the House of Mother Mary, where she rested in her last years on the top of the Mount Nightengale. And you may enjoy with fashion show in leather manufactory shop, Optional.

Afterwards drive back to the Izmir Airport, to fly back to the Istanbul. Upon your arrival you will meet with our team in front of the Gate 14 Outside of the terminal in Istanbul or opposite of the Exit Gate (Outside) in the Sabiha Gokcen Airport (in front of the Simit Sarayı Cafeteria - Outside). Then, you will be transffered to the your Hotel in Taksim or Sultanahmet Area.

Highlights

  • Discover the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved in the world
  • Visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
  • See the House of Mother Mary, where she spent her last years on Mount Nightengale
  • Explore the Celsus Library, the Grand Theater of Ephesus, and the Odeon

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable shoes as there will be a lot of walking.
Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
Carry water to stay hydrated.
Be prepared for an early start as the pickup is at 05:00.
INCLUDED
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Istanbul (Taksim or Sultanahmet Area)
  • Round-trip flights between Istanbul and Izmir on Economy Class
  • Private Return Transfer service between Izmir Airport and Ephesus Selçuk
  • Private Professional English-speaking guide
  • Complimentary lunch
  • Land transportation by air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
  • Parking, Tolls, Taxes
NOT INCLUDED
  • Personal expenses
  • Admission fees to the sites
  • Tips to the guide and driver (optional)

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.