EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR: FOR CRUISE GUESTS ONLY Customizable
ID: GYG547629-944243
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
06:00 hours
Description
Discover Ephesus, the second biggest open-air museum in the world, on a private tour on this guided trip from cruise port. Enjoy a private tour as you take in top sights like the Virgin Mary House.
Places to visit
Ephesus Ancient City - Virgin Mary House - St. John Basilica - Isa Bey Mosque - Artemis Temple.
Ephesus was an ancient Greco-Roman city From Izmir on the coast of Ionia, three kilometers southwest of present-day Selçuk in the province of Izmir, Turkey. Ephesus is the best-preserved Roman city in the Mediterranean region, and one of Turkey's top sights. Considered to be one of the most spectacular open-air museums in Turkey, Ephesus is a must-see on any visit to Turkey. If you want to visit a place where you can really get a feel for what life was like 2000 years ago during the glory-days of Greece and Rome, Ephesus is the place. In terms of ruins, it's better than Rome itself. Ephesus Tour includes the ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus Tour From Izmir Airport which are on the UNESCO World Heritage List and the list of tourist attractions in Turkey. Besides the grandness of this Roman heritage, you will visit the House of Virgin Mary where she is said to have spent the last days of her life. And last but not least, you will head towards one of Seven Wonders of the Ancient World: Temple of Artemis.Temple of Artemis, which was built next to Ephesus. This glorious temple was known as one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. You will be able to visualize the remains of this great temple, which was rebuilt by Alexander the Great. Today all that remains of 127 original columns plus countless frescoes and statues is a teetering pillar and some foundation fragments.
Isabey Mosque, a great example of Anatolian religious architecture from the medieval period.
Basilica of St. John
In Christian tradition, St. John the Apostle came to Ephesus after St. Paul and ministered to the Ephesians. The vast Basilica of St. John, built by the sixth-century emperor Justinian, houses a fourth-century tomb that drew pilgrims from across Europe in search of miracles. It is still one of the world’s largest cathedrals today.
Highlights
- Explore Ephesus Ancient City
- See the House of Virgin Mary
- Visit Artemis Temple
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please note that lunch is not included (If you wish, we will offer you a choice among several local Turkish restaurants)
Ephesus area where all attractions are located is 20 mins. driving away from Kusadasi port. You can kindly find the list of places where you can add to your private tour.
You can decide where you will visit with your guide’s recommendations and you can pay extra for the entrance and parking fees as below.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Meeting point is Kusadasi Cruise Terminal. Our guide will have Your Name sign at the port. You will walk 100 meters from your cruise to meeting point. After you pass theourgh the custom, you will see your name sign just in front of you.
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.
