Legendary Ephesus Tour Including Virgin Mary House and St. John Basilica | La Vacanza Travel

Legendary Ephesus Tour Including Virgin Mary House and St. John Basilica

Duration: 5 to 6 hours
Destination: Turkiye, Turkish Aegean Coast, Kusadasi
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  • 5 to 6 hours
  • Kusadasi
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

From the port of Kusadasi on Turkey's Anatolian Coast, one travels into the past. Nearby stand the ruins of ancient Ephesus, a major site of archeological excavation. The city was once a Roman provincial capital and trading center. Ephesus is also home to several of Christendom's holiest sites. St. Paul preached at the Great Theater and the ruins of Ephesus' Basilica cover the tomb of Christ's most beloved disciple, St. John the Apostle.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye

Enjoy a walking tour of this incredible site and pass by the Temple of Hadrian, the 25,000-seat Great Theatre, and perhaps the most recognizable building in the city, The Library of Celsus. With your guide, you will enter the city through the Magnesian Gate, the ancient entrance to the city at the top of Kuretes Street.
Listen to detailed historical and architectural information supplementing your guided visit, this is an awe-inspiring journey through time. By using state-of-the-art technology, you will see the reconstructed 10 highlights of the famous ancient city. It is not only a visual show but a valuable, detailed historical and architectural audio and visual lesson with information enhancing your guide's explanations.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Sultaniye Mahallesi, Selcuk 35100 Turkiye

Believed to be the last residence of the Virgin Mary, the small stone building contains a bedroom, kitchen and an altar adorned with images of Mary. A sacred spring known as the Fountain of Our Lady runs under the house, and you will be welcome to drink from it.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Basilica of Saint John, Isa Bey Mahallesi, 2013. Sk. No:1, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye

Built in the 6th century, the church stood over the spot where St. John is supposedly buried. Although a Mongol army destroyed the building and pillaged much of it, part of the basilica has been restored to show its scope.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Isa Bey Mosque, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye

Isa Bey Mosque occupies an important place in the history of art because it was there that a second hall for the worshippers was built for the first time and also because it constituted a transitional architecture between the Seljuk and Ottoman periods.

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk Turkiye

Temple of Artemis the first temple of its size to be built entirely of marble, it was considerably larger the Parthenon. The Roman author, philosopher and military commander Pliny the Elder wrote about the temple in detail, including its measurements and furnishings.

Duration: 30 minutes

Inclusions
  • Pofessional Knowledgeble Licenced Tour Guide
  • Private transportation with the Luxury Air-Conditioned vehicle
  • All Taxes
  • Unlimited Bottled Water
  • Parking Fees
  • Entry/Admission - Isa Bey Mosque
  • Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Ephesus
  • Entry/Admission - Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
  • Entry/Admission - The Basilica of Saint John

Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Other services not mentioned
  • Optional Gratuities
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrance Fees (Tickets are pre-purchased. Total 23 Euro)
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Kusadasi Port or Kusadasi and Selcuk Hotels.

Ports

  • Ege Ports, Camikebir, Liman Cd. No:10, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye


Departure Time

09:00 AM

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

5 to 6 hours


User's Reviews

davudiorio

31 May, 2023

Province romaine, ville antique extraordinaire, découverte à 23% de son intégralité, acropole et vestige intact. Lieu de prêche de St Paul de Tarse, lieu où St Jean et thimote furent, les lettres aux efesiens... a voir absolument pour qui aime l'histoire.

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