Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary From Kusadasi or Selcuk

Tour at a glance

Itinerary

1. 1
   Ephesus Museum

   First visiting place is Ancient Ephesus:The best preseved classic city in Eastern Mediterranean.The largest Open-Air Museum in Turkey. Ephesus contains more then 30 buildings and structures linked together by stres that still have the Marks of Ancient Chariot wheels. Great Theatre: St Paul preached against the Pegans and Gladiators once engaded in battle.Originally holding 25,000 people, this theater was built in the Hellenistic period and was renovated by several Roman emperors. Designed for theatrical performances, later alterations allowed gladiatorial contests to be held here. Library of Celsus:The faced which has been remarkably restored and probably most photographed place in Ephesus. Originally built in 115-25. Also you might see Odeon Temple, Fountain of Trajan, Temple of Hadrian, Stream baths of scholastic, Marble road, Agora, Temple of Domition

   2h Admission included
2. 2
   The House of the Virgin Mary

   House of Virgin Mary: Mary was brought to ephesus by the apostle john after the resurection of christ and lived her final days here.This church was Erected on the Foundations of that house and its authenticity has been confirmed by Pope lV and Pope John Poul ll.Many visitors Describe this as an uplifting or Spiritual Experience.

   1h Admission included
3. 3
   The Temple of Artemis

   Temple of Arthemis: Considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, Ephesus’ Temple of Artemis was dedicated to the goddess of the hunt. Only the foundation and one column remains of this temple which once measured 425 feet long, 220 feet long.Paul’s successful ministry in this city was considered a threat to this very temple.The city reached the "Golden Age" and became a good model to the Antic World in culture and art, as well.

   1h Admission included
4. 4
   Isa Bey Mosque

   last visitng place is Isa Bey Mosque:is one of the most delicate examples of Seljukian architecture, situated below the bassilica of Saint john. The mosque was built by the master Syrian architecture Ali son of Mushimis al-Damishki between the years of 1374 and 1375. After tour drive you back to departure point.

   1h Admission included

Meeting & pickup

Hotel pickup is included for all travellers.

08:30 Pick up from Kusadasi Hotels. (Please contact us for the pick-up of clients from Izmir city and airport) 09:00 Pick up from Selcuk Hotels

Schedule

Good to know

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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