Highlights Of Ephesus Tour by Khalid [123586P31]
This half day tour takes in the House of the Virgin Mary and the ancient city of Ephesus which are two of the most important sites in Turkey. The House of the Virgin Mary is where the Blessed Virgin is alleged to have spent the last days of her life. Imagine life in Roman times in the ancient city of Ephesus where you will see the Magnesia Gate, Odeon, the Fountain of Trajan, temple of Hadrian and the impressive library of Celsus. The tour will finish with a refreshment break at Ephesus Theme Park before going back to Kusadasi for a short carpet demonstration. Those who prefer can go directly to the ship close by.
ADDITIONAL INFO
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
INCLUDED
NOT INCLUDED
- Admission charges for the sites
CANCELLATION POLICY
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
ITINERARY
- Observe or participate in an exclusive Mass while visiting the House of the Virgin Mary, where the Blessed Virgin Mother is reputed to have spent the last years of her life.
- A visit to Efes (Ephesus) - once the commercial center of the ancient world - is a highlight of any visit to Turkey The city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Her enormous temple, once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. The ruins also include a theater, gymnasium, agora and baths, as well as the Library of Celsus. This tour offers a complete perspective about the Ancient City of Ephesus and the Roman way of living. In Ephesus, You will see the • Magnesia Gate, • Odeon, • Trajan Fountain, • Temple of Hadrian, • Celsius Library, • Grand Theater, • Arcadian Way.
- Back along the coast, Kusadasi, or Bird Island, is a lovely port built along the shores of a glittering bay The terraced town overlooks the most beautiful inlet of the Aegean and seems to have been created purely for the delight of the holiday-maker. Be sure to visit the famous and popular Kus shopping center in the Kaleici quarter, where there is nightlong entertainment. A large, modern marina facilitates life for visiting yachters. Tusan-Kustur Beach, north of Kusadasi, is one of the cleanest beaches and 23 km south of Kusadasi is the charming holiday-resort town of Guzelcamli. West of Guzelcamli and 30 km from Kusadasi, is the Dilek Peninsula National Park, and a visit is a must for those with the time. Here amidst incredibly beautiful surroundings are some of the most wonderful views and some of the rarest wild animals in Turkey, including the Anatolian cheetah and some of Turkey's last wild horses. The park is a wildlife preserve and a haven for many species of animals and birds.
