ITINERARY

• The ancient city Magnesia which is located in the Germencik district of Turkey's western Aydın province, was known as the “city of races” and attracted many visitors due to the plethora of sporting events organized here in antiquity. The ancient city still finds a place for itself on the travel bucket list of many, drawing in visitors with its magnificent stadium where athletic games, gladiatorial fights and chariot races were held in the past. It is believed that the ancient city of Magnesia was founded by the ancient Greek tribe of Magnetes from Thessaly. Even if the city was named after the Magnetes, it was called Magnesia on the Meander (The Büyük Menderes River) in the later period so that it could be distinguished from the nearby Lydian city
• Visiting one of the UNESCO listed places that is PANORAMİC EPHESUS TOURS (20 Minutes driving) Your guide will explain the ancient city ephesus with its panoramic view about 15 minutes. From the hill overlooking Ephesus (without entering ) Duration 15 minutes PANORAMİC EPHESUS TOURS one of the UNESCO listed places that is Ancient City of Ephesus, where Apostle Paul and John walked, the Grand Theatre of Ephesus that St. Paul preached to Ephesians, Celsus Library Roman Baths,Temple of Hadrian, Public Toilets, Marble Street, Agora, etc. superb preserved Terrace Houses that are for the rich people during the Roman time . famous with unique mosaic and frescos. very peaceful atmosphere of shrine that is the most important Biblical Site in Turkey,
• Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House) 10 minutes driving from ephesus (duration 1 hour) The House of Virgin Mary is located on the Aladag Mountains 5 miles away from Ephesus. At the third Ecumenical Council on 431 AD in Ephesus, it was claimed that Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. After the discovery of the house, the Archbishop of kusadasi declared there as a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited this place and prayed there
• Lunch :traditional turkish food (20 minutes driving ) duration 2 hour Lunch traditional turkish food In our tours, we visit a Turkish handicrafts cooperative in order to show you our handicrafts and culture as well as the historical and natural beauties of our country. This is a enjoyable, informative and interesting experience for our guests. We highly recommend you this experience. There is no obligation to buy anything. You will enjoy this beautiful experience.
• Optional : visiting a leather factory outlet store and get an idea abouth the world famous turkish SILK LEATHER .
• drop off at kusadasi cruise port ( 20 minutes driving )