Private Biblical Ephesus Full-Day Tour From Izmir
- 7 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Step back in time and explore Turkey’s colorful history on this private full-day tour of Ephesus from Izmir. Visit the Temple of Artemis — one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World — with a private guide. Discover key Ephesus landmarks such as Celsus Library, the Grand Theatre, the Temple of Hadrian and the House of the Virgin Mary. On route, learn of Ephesus’ role in Turkish history. Enjoy a traditional lunch, then visit the Cave of Seven Sleepers before returning to Izmir.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private air-conditioned non-smoking vehicle
- Round-trip travel from Adnan Menderes Airport, the cruise port or your Izmir hotel
- Professional, private, licensed tour guide
What's not
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Landing and facility fees
- Lunch
Itinerary
This was a Roman Temple which was built in 2nd century AD. to the name of Emperor Hadrian and it was rebuilt after the discovery.
Seven young Ephesians lived at this time and entered the history of Ephesus as the legendary seven sleepers.
After the death of St. John, according to his wishes, he was buried in the spot that now forms the center of the Church of St. John.
It is believed to be the last home of the Virgin Mary. It is a World famous place of pilgrimage.
Terrace Houses of Ephesus were rich Roman homes where you can see the most beautiful mosaics and frescoes.
This was the third largest library of ancient world. The name comes from Tiberius Julius Celsus Polemaeanus and it is the master piece of Ephesus today.
It is one the Ancient Seven Wonders of World. It was the first temple of Ionian architecture.
Ephesus is one of the most visited archeological open air museum of Turkey in which you will explore the whole ancient city.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- In front of Montro gate of Izmir International fair
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Ephesus Tours
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant meals not included
How it compares in İzmir
- Its from-price is 64% above the median of the 148 day trips we list in İzmir.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 47 of 148.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About İzmir
İzmir is Turkey's third-largest city, an Aegean port with an old bazaar, a seafront promenade and the ancient ruins of Ephesus and Pergamon within reach.
İzmir, known to the ancient Greeks as Smyrna, lies at the head of a deep gulf on the Aegean coast. Konak Square has an ornate clock tower from 1901 and the small Konak Mosque, and the Kemeraltı bazaar sprawls behind it with workshops, mosques and old caravanserais. The Asansör, a historic lift in the Karataş district, rises to a terrace overlooking the gulf, and a long promenade, the Kordon, runs beside the water.
Top-ranked sights in İzmir: Pergamon (Pergamum), Sardis (Sart), Bergama Asklepion (Pergamon Asclepeion).
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