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Begin a captivating journey from Istanbul to Ephesus, starting with an early morning transfer and flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, explore the spiritual and historical wonders of Ephesus with a guided tour, uncovering iconic landmarks and ancient marvels. Enrich your understanding of local culture through traditional crafts and artisanal heritage. As the day concludes, return to Istanbul and be escorted to your hotel, leaving you with cherished memories of Ephesus's timeless allure.
Your day begins with an early morning airport transfer from the hotel to Istanbul Airport. You will take your flight from Istanbul to Izmir. Our driver will be waiting for you at the airport to take you to explore the Ephesus, located in modern-day Turkey, was an ancient Greek city on the coast of Ionia.
After you’ve been welcomed, your guide will take you to the House of the Virgin Mary on the top of the beautiful Solmissos Mountains. It is believed Mary spent her last living days.
After the House of the Virgin Mary, you’ll be driven to the Ancient City of Ephesus. You’ll enjoy a downhill walk with your guide into the ruins of the Roman capital. Your route takes you past the Bouleuterion, the Temple of Domitian, Hercules Gate, the Temple of Hadrian, The Celsus Library, and The Great Theater.
Then, you’ll be driven to The Temple of Artemis (Diana). The temple was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
We would like to introduce you to the local cultural aspects of Ephesus by showing handmade Carpet & and rug Art done. through traditional weaving in the Teaching Village and you’ll enjoy many of Ephesu’s Ceramics as well.
After completing the tour in the Ephesus region we will transfer you to Izmir Airport. Upon your arrival in Istanbul we will welcome you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel.
Yes, the tour includes a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, where it is believed Mary spent her last days. Situated atop the picturesque Solmissos Mountains, this sacred site offers a glimpse into the spiritual history of the region.
Yes, the tour package includes entrance fees to all the mentioned attractions, including the House of the Virgin Mary, the Ancient City of Ephesus, and the Temple of Artemis. You won't need to worry about additional entrance fees during the tour.
Yes, transportation between the sites is included in the tour package. A driver will be waiting for you at Izmir Airport to take you to each destination, ensuring a seamless and comfortable travel experience throughout the day.
Meals are not explicitly mentioned as part of the tour package. However, there may be opportunities to purchase food or snacks at certain stops during the day. It's advisable to bring some snacks or a packed lunch to ensure you have enough energy for the day's activities.
We had a great day on our tour. Our guide Ender was wonderful. He speaks excellent English and was very knowledgeable about all of our sites visited. Also he was flexible in arranging our day to what interested us the most. He offered some great suggestions and gave us time for pictures at all the sites. We visited St John’s tomb, House of Mary and Ephesus. We also had a great lunch and a visit to a ceramics shop. We would highly recommend a tour with this company and specifically with Ender.
You can obtain all the detailed information about our tours in our Special Customer Service.