Izmir to Private Ephesus - Artemission Temple-Mother Mary's House
Located around 13 miles (21 kilometers) inland from Kusadasi, the ancient city of Ephesus is a remarkable collection of ancient Greek and Roman ruins. Instead of taking a chance on the Turkish roads and finding your own way there from Kusadasi, join this small group tour and take a convenient shuttle bus to this UNESCO World Heritage Site straight from your hotel. Explore classical landmarks like the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and the Temple of Hadrian.
Highlights
- ✓Return transfers direct to your hotel in Kusadasi are also provided
- ✓No getting lost with your group’s guide on hand to show you around the city
- ✓Don’t cancel your afternoon plans: this half-day tour takes place in the morning
- ✓Discounts available for children aged 8 and under accompanied by two adults
What you'll see & do
- ✓Izmir Hotel / Airport / Port DEPARTURE This is a mini private tour for your family and friends Meeting with our tour guide at your hotel lobby or Port or Izmir airport with your name sign at pre-arranged time.
- ✓After Greeting, drive to Ephesus. After 50 minutes drive, arrival to Ephesus. 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. If you want to add Terrace Houses into your program, you can add by paying the entrance fees
- ✓The House of The 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 Izmir declared there as a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited this place and prayed there.
- ✓We will stop at Artemission Temple where used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world before drive back to Izmir
- ✓After our tour, we will drive back to Izmir. Drop off back to your hotels or port or to airport. The end of our services
What's included
- ✓GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
- ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
- ✓Professional Licenced English speaking tour guide
- ✓Entrance fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines)
- ✓Parking Fees
- ✓Transportation with A/C vehicles
What's not included
- ✓Meals, Drinks
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
NO HIDDEN COSTS : Entrance fees, Professional licenced tour guide , parking fees, A/C Transportation are included.
When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully Our rates include ENTRANCE FEES Most of the other travel agents do not include entrance fees to their rates There is not any HIDDEN COSTS in our rates Cruise guests from Izmir Cruise Terminal Izmir airport at arrival Hotel guests who are staying in the listed hotels
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.
Izmir to Private Ephesus - Artemission Temple-Mother Mary's House
Located around 13 miles (21 kilometers) inland from Kusadasi, the ancient city of Ephesus is a remarkable collection of ancient Greek and Roman ruins. Instead of taking a chance on the Turkish roads and finding your own way there from Kusadasi, join this small group tour and take a convenient shuttle bus to this UNESCO World Heritage Site straight from your hotel. Explore classical landmarks like the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and the Temple of Hadrian.
Highlights
- ✓Return transfers direct to your hotel in Kusadasi are also provided
- ✓No getting lost with your group’s guide on hand to show you around the city
- ✓Don’t cancel your afternoon plans: this half-day tour takes place in the morning
- ✓Discounts available for children aged 8 and under accompanied by two adults
What you'll see & do
- ✓Izmir Hotel / Airport / Port DEPARTURE This is a mini private tour for your family and friends Meeting with our tour guide at your hotel lobby or Port or Izmir airport with your name sign at pre-arranged time.
- ✓After Greeting, drive to Ephesus. After 50 minutes drive, arrival to Ephesus. 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. If you want to add Terrace Houses into your program, you can add by paying the entrance fees
- ✓The House of The 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 Izmir declared there as a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited this place and prayed there.
- ✓We will stop at Artemission Temple where used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world before drive back to Izmir
- ✓After our tour, we will drive back to Izmir. Drop off back to your hotels or port or to airport. The end of our services
What's included
- ✓GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
- ✓All taxes, fees and handling charges
- ✓Professional Licenced English speaking tour guide
- ✓Entrance fees (Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip lines)
- ✓Parking Fees
- ✓Transportation with A/C vehicles
What's not included
- ✓Meals, Drinks
- ✓Gratuities
Good to know
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
NO HIDDEN COSTS : Entrance fees, Professional licenced tour guide , parking fees, A/C Transportation are included.
When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully Our rates include ENTRANCE FEES Most of the other travel agents do not include entrance fees to their rates There is not any HIDDEN COSTS in our rates Cruise guests from Izmir Cruise Terminal Izmir airport at arrival Hotel guests who are staying in the listed hotels
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.