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Full-Day Max 10 pax MINI -Group Tour to Ephesus from Izmir

Full-Day Max 10 pax MINI -Group Tour to Ephesus from Izmir

5.0 (4634) 🕑 8 hours Free cancellation

No HIDDEN COSTS : Entrance fees, Lunch, Guiding, Transportation are INCLUDED Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Izmir for this 8-hour excursion starting in Izmir and taking you to Ephesus. Trace the steps of Alexander the Great, Caesar or Cicero. See the House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis. Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch. Drive back to hotel and drop off . * Small group ensures personal service * Informative, friendly and professional guide * Small-group tour by minibus * Option with Private Tour for your family

Languages: English
📍İsmet Kaptan, 9 Eylül Meydanı No:1, 35210 Konak/İzmir, Turkey
🏢Operated by Curio Travel - Mini Group & Private Turkey Tours

What you'll see & do

  • ✓Pick up from your hotel in Izmir or cruise terminal.
  • ✓Drive to 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 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 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.
  • ✓Lunch will be served in a the garden of local Handcraft center.After Lunch our last stop is Artemis Temple where used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world as our last stop before drive back to Izmir.
  • ✓Drive back to your hotel through famous Clock Tower in Izmir. Drop off to pick up point. ( Your Hotel or Cruise Terminal )

What's included

  • ✓Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line )
  • ✓Professional Licenced Tour guide
  • ✓Port pickup and drop-off
  • ✓Transport by air-conditioned minivan

What's not included

  • ✓Drinks
  • ✓Gratuities
  • ✓Meals

Good to know

Not recommended for people with back problems

Not recommended for people with heart conditions

At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. Shoes must be removed to enter mosques. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

Not wheelchair accessible

Not suitable for pets

No public transportation nearby

Infants must not sit on laps

• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. Shoes must be removed to enter mosques. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

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

How it works

• A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. Shoes must be removed to enter mosques. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements

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,

Opening Hours

08:00 - 11:30

08:00 - 11:30

08:00 - 11:30

08:00 - 11:30

08:00 - 11:30

08:00 - 11:30

08:00 - 11:30

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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