Selcuk: Private Ancient City of Ephesus Half-Day Tour Tour with Vehicle Included

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ID: GYG448002-O-805152
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Country: Turkey

Duration: 03:00 hours


Description

Uncover the secrets of the ancient city of Ephesus on this private tour from Selcuk. Meet your guide to explore the stories behind its 2000-year-old structures like its Parliament House and Temple.
Ancient City of Ephesus Ephesus Ancient City ;You will be amazed by two thousand year old structures such as the Parliament House, Temple of Domitian, Memmius Monument, Heracles Gate, mosaic covered pavements, bathhouses, public toilets, the Third Largest Library of the Ancient World, the shops, the Largest Theatre of Turkey where St. Paul preached and many others.
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House) Ephesus is an important place in Christian history as it is recognized as the final residence of Mother Mary. During the second half of the first century Christians were heavily persecuted under the Roman rule. According to tradition after the crucifixion of Jesus, St John did bring Mother Mary to Ephesus with him to hide escape persecution. They did spend their last years in Ephesus which was a very prosperous trading city. The House of the Virgin Mary is located 6 kms (3.7mi) from Ephesus and surrounded by pine and olive trees. It is made of stone and looks very small and humble
The Basilica of Saint John Visit the impressive ruins of the Byzantine Church of St John mark the spot where St John the Evangelist was buried.
Selcuk (Pass By) Small Local town 4 The Temple of Artemis Temple of Artemis which was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, although there is one single column left today, magnificient temple had been built for the goddess of fertility and hunters, Artemis, known as Diana after city passed under the rule of Romans.

Highlights

  • Ephesus Ancient City , Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
  • The Temple of Artemis , Ephesus Terrace Houses
  • Selcuk Town , Kusadasi City

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Guide will be waiting you outside of customs by holding a board on which your name and surname will be written.Make sure meeting with guide .
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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.