From Istanbul: Ancient Pergamon Day Trip with Flights
ID: GYG394506-717055
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
15:00 hours
Description
Visit Ancient Pergamon on a private, full-day trip with a short flight from Istanbul. Enjoy one of Turkey’s spectacular sights and learn about its historical significance in a guided tour.
Start with early morning pickup from your hotel in Istanbul and transfer to the airport. Take the morning flight to Izmir and upon arrival, your guide will meet you in the arrivals hall and take you to Pergamon.
Once at the archaeological site embark on a guided tour. See the majestic acropolis, which was modelled after the Acropolis of Athens. Marvel at the impressive Athenaeum Library and the partially reconstructed Temple of Trojan. Discover steep slopes of the Theatre of Pergamon which once could accommodate around 10,000 people, and is the steepest theatre of its kind. Enjoy the panoramic views from the hilltop overlooking the site.
Later, explore the famous Sanctuary of Asclepius, located in the valley. See the remains of the sacred fountain where people with health problems are reputed to have received visions from the Greek God of Medicine, Asclepius, in order to cure their ailments.
After a delicious lunch with Turkish specialities, visit the Red Basilica where you can see many original artefacts found on the site. At the end of the day, ride through the countryside to Izmir Airport for your flight back to Istanbul. Upon arrival in Istanbul, meet your driver will take you back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Embark on a full-day drip to Pergamon from Istanbul, with return flights and lunch included
- Admire the magnificent Acropolis of Pergamon
- Enjoy the beautiful views of the countryside from the hill overlooking the site
- See the partially reconstructed Temple of Trojan
- Climb the steps of the Theatre of Pergamon
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Please provide your full name, passport number and passport expiry date for all participants so flight tickets can be booked
• The morning flight from Istanbul is approximately between 6:00 AM and 8:00 AM, pickup will be scheduled at least 3 hours earlier. The return flight will be in the evening between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Pickup from your hotel lobby. You will receive personalized pickup info by WhatsApp or in a separate email from the local partner.
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
