- Ancient City of Ephesus - or you will be dropped off at the upper gate of Ephesus with your tour guide. Start exploring the city. You will walk downhill for about 1.5 hours. You will see the Odeon, the basilica, Domitian’s square, Trajan’s fountain, Celcus library, Terrace Houses (optional), Marble street, Ephesus Grand Theater and Harbor Street.
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - We are going to see the mountain where it is believed that the Virgin Mary spent her 9 years. The house is approximately 1,000 feet above sea level and functions as an active chapel. Roman Catholics believe that the Virgin Mary came to Ephesus with St. John 3-5 years after the crucifixion. At the age of 63, she is assumed into heaven. Although there is no fact that the Virgin Mary lived here, approximately 3 million people visit the site each year.
- The Temple of Artemis - Temple of Artemis, one of the 7 wonders of the ancient world.
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Complimentary beer and wine at the leather factory (18+)
- Lunch included
- Parking fees covered
- Gratuities
- Ephesus city tickets
Our tour will start after our guide meets you at the hotel or port. First we will visit the house of Virgin Mary. Then, we will visit Ephesus, the second largest city in the ancient world. The ancient city of Ephesus has been the most important city in this region for 3 thousand years. Then, after watching a fashion show in the Leather Factory located in the territory of the city of Ephesus, we will get information about production and quality. Then we will visit the Temple of Artemis, which took a more important role in the development of the city. On our way back, we will have a panoramic tour of the city and then have a typical Turkish lunch (drinks only not included) at the Turkish carpet production center, we will learn the intricacies of carpet art and return to the location in the one we started
- Free WIFI
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.