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ALL INCLUSIVE : Private Ephesus & St. John Basilica with LUNCH

ALL INCLUSIVE : Private Ephesus & St. John Basilica with LUNCH

5.0 (4337) 🕑 5 hours Free cancellation

Private Ephesus, St. John Basilica, Artemission 5 hours tour Your private guide will meet you at Kusadasi port or hotel with a sign written “ Your Name “ on it, at pre-arranged time. After greeting, we will have 20 mins. drive to Ephesus area. We will start visiting one of the main highlights in Turkey, Ephesus, one of the 12 cities of Ionian League (an ancient Greek district on the western coast of Asia Minor) is located near Izmir. As a port city it was a major departure point for trade routes into Asia Minor.Walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings, among them the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus; it was built in the beginning of the 2nd century A.D. by Gaius Julius Aquila to be a memorial to his father Gaius Julius Celsus Polemanus, the proconsul of Province of Asia. , the Temple of Hadrian and The Grand Theater are two of the most impressive buildings in Ephesus. Grand theatre was built in 3rd century B.C and it was later expanded to 24.000 spectators by the Romans in the 1st century A.D. You may add Terrace Houses to your program during your tour by paying the entrance fee.After visiting Ephesus drive to St. John’s Basilica, it is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill. We will stop at Artemis Temple where used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world as our last stop before drive back to Kusadasi town center and port.Drive back to Kusadasi town center and port. The end of our services. • Private Tour for your family and friends • You will decide on departure time • Our tour guide will meet you at the Port/Hotel with your name sign, • Our professional tour guide will be with you from arrival till departure, • You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and customize the itinerary, • You do not have to wait for other group members • You may stop to have pictures during your tour.

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📍Cumhuriyet Mahallesi 4 Sokak No.2/102 Altaş İşhanı (Belediye Karşısı, Cumhuriyet, 09460 Kuşadası/Aydın, Turkey
🏢Operated by Curio Travel - Mini Group & Private Turkey Tours

What you'll see & do

  • Your private guide will meet you at Kusadasi hotel / Kusadasi Port at pre-arranged time. Pick up time will be given during your confirmation.
  • After greeting, we will have 20 mins drive to Ephesus area. We will start visiting one of the main highlights in Turkey, Ephesus, one of the 12 cities of Ionian League (an ancient Greek district on the western coast of Asia Minor) is located near Izmir. As a port city it was a major departure point for trade routes into Asia Minor. Walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings, among them the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus; it was built in the beginning of the 2nd century A.D. by Gaius Julius Aquila to be a memorial to his father Gaius Julius Celsus Polemanus, the proconsul of Province of Asia. , the Temple of Hadrian and The Grand Theater are two of the most impressive buildings in Ephesus. Grand theatre was built in 3rd century B.C and it was later expanded to 24.000 spectators by the Romans in the 1st century A.D.
  • After Ephesus, we drive to St. John’s Basilica, it is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill.
  • We will stop at Artemision Temple where used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world as our last stop before drive back to Kusadasi
  • We wll arrive to Kusadasi passing by gazibegendi park to have the best view of Kusadasi and cruise terminal. Drop off to Hotels or to town center where Cruise terminal is. The end of our services

What's included

  • Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line )
  • Traditional Turkish Lunch
  • Private Professional Licenced Tour guide
  • Private AC transporttaion by Brand New vehicles
  • Private tour for your family and Friends only
  • Local Tax and Handling Fees

Good to know

Infants must not sit on laps

Not recommended for people with heart conditions

Not suitable for pets

No public transportation nearby

Not wheelchair accessible

Pick up from Your Hotel and Kusadasi Cruise Terminal for cruise guests.Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message.

Requirement

Notes;

a) Since all shore excursions involve some walking, we highly recommend that you wear comfortable low-heeled shoes and casual clothes.

b) sun glasses and hats are recommended,

c) Cameras are recommended,

Good to know before you go

Difficulty:
Moderate

Cancellation policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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