Excursions & day trips

Izmir Shore Excursion: day trip to Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary

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£126.00

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Language: English

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Duration: up to 8 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

Explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus, the best-preserved classical city in the eastern Mediterranean!
Take a guided tour and discover the Temples of Artemis
Enjoy a traditional lunch during your outing

What to expect

Drive to the birthplace of Homer and discover Ephesus, known as one of the twelve cities of the Ionian League during the classical Greek period. Ephesus was also one of the “Seven Churches of Anatolia (Asia)” cited in the Book of Revelation.

Visit the old Greco-Roman city of Ephesus, Marble Street, Odeon, Bouleterion, Temple of Hadrian and Serapis, Agora, Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Double Church, Arcadian Way, Gate of Magnesia and much more!

Enjoy lunch at Selçuk and visit Isabey Mosque, one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from Anatolian Beyliks. Explore also the Temple of Artemis, one of the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.”

What's included

Cruise port pickup and drop off
Museum entrance fees
Transport by air-conditioned coach
English speaking licensed guide
Lunch

What's not included

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Where

Izmir cruise port

What to remember

In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
Not recommended for children aged 4 and under
Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult

Provider

Plan Tours

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Jane
From United Kingdom - June 2024

Travelled with family

25 - 34 years old

Excellent
Overall rated
4/5

Tour guide was very knowledgable, friendly and approachable. Expected drinks to be included at lunchtime and the food to be of better quality.

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