Enlightenment Trip to Ephesus City and Surroundings for Special Visitors
Enlightenment Trip to Ephesus City and Surroundings for Special Visitors
IT IS A PRIVATE CULTURE TOUR,/ -.Tours are for History,Culture, Archaeology and Fun.It is not a souvenir shopping tour. You will Discover all the highlights of Ephesus region with well-educated ,expert licensed tour guide.St.John Basilica,Isa Bey Mosque, ,Ephesus Ancient, City, Terrace Houses,Double Churches Optional Special Lunch (free of charge), Selcuk Museum ,Artemis Temple,7 Sleepers and Shrine of Virgin Mary.- Water,cold drinks are available in the vehicles(Free of Charge)-All Museum Tickets included.-Masks,Disinfectant are available in the vehicles(Free of Charge)-VIP Minibus for 4 visitors (10 seats)You Do not have to pay any extra money otherthen the tour price.(0-7) Years old Children’s tours are free.However, they also need a seat in the vehicles. Please pay attention.
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The Basilica of Saint John
Construction of the church began by 548 and was completed by 565.
1 hourSelcuk hamam
The mosque was styled asymmetrically unlike the traditional style, The location of the windows , doors and domes were not matched, purposely. In the entrance of the mosque, an inscription from the god decorates the doorway. The columns inside the house of prayer are from earlier ruins in Ephesus, making an interesting contrast to the mosque . The domes are ornamented by turquoise and blue faience, revealing the characteristic of Ottoman style. Crown-like doors from Seljukian architectural style later combine with the specific decoration elements of architectural style. The mosque was repaired in 1934.
25 minutesEphesus Terrace Houses
Ephesus terrace houses are covered with protective roofing which resembles Roman houses. The mosaics on the floor and the frescos have been consolidated and two houses have been opened to the public as a museum.
45 minutesSelcuk Efes Kent Bellegi-History Museum
At this charming and well-organised museum, there are not only findings from the ongoing excavations at Ephesus archeological site, but also the artifacts from the Cukurici Mound, the basilica of St John, and the Temple of Artemis. At one of the sections, one can see a wide collection of coins dating back to when money was first used in history.
45 minutesMeryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
House of Virgin Mary is located on the top of the "Bulbul" mountain 9 km ahead of Ephesus, the shrine of Virgin Mary enjoys a marvelous atmosphere hidden in the green. It is the place where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come in the area together with Saint John, who spent several years in the area to spread Christianity. Mary preferred this remote place rather than living in crowded place.
1 hourAncient City of Ephesus
The earliest traces of human settlement around Ephesus reach back into the Chalcolithic period (5th millennium). Latest since the Early Bronze Age (3rd millennium) Ayasoluk, the well defendable freestanding mound with rocky slopes on its three sides, was occupied. At that time the settlement lay directly on the shore instead of the flatland which was flooded...
2 hoursIncluded
- Lunch - Lunch, Beverages
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Museum Tickets
- Coffee and/or Tea
- WiFi on board
- All Fees and Taxes
- Entry/Admission - Ephesus Terrace Houses
- Entry/Admission - Selcuk Efes Kent Bellegi-History Museum
- Entry/Admission - Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
- Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Ephesus
- Entry/Admission - The Basilica of Saint John
Not Included
- Tips for Driver and Guide
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- Regular temperature checks for staff
- Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival
- Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms
- Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination required for travelers
- COVID-19 vaccination required for guides
- COVID-19 vaccination required for driver
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.