Ephesus, The Antique City of Glory (daily tour by plane from İstanbul) | La Vacanza Travel

Ephesus, The Antique City of Glory (daily tour by plane from İstanbul)

Duration: 15 hours
Destination: Türkiye, İstanbul, Istanbul
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  • 15 hours
  • Istanbul
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Discover one of the most outstanding cities of antiquity, and one which played a very important role for the early Christian Church. Allow our professional English speaking tour guide to uncover all the secrets of Ephesus, one of the best preserved archaeological sites in Turkey as you embark on a journey of discovery through spectacularly well-preserved ruins and mythological legends, picking up historical facts along the way.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Local Experiences Istanbul, Istanbul, Istanbul 34000 Turkiye

Early morning transfer to Saw Airport at 04:30 for flight to İzmir at 07:35 BY TK 2906. Around 09:00 arrive to İzmir Airport and transfer to the tour for Ephesus, 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)” that are cited in the Book of Revelation.

Visit to 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. Last abode of Virgin Mary at Mount Solmissos and lunch at Selçuk. Visit to İsabey Mosque, one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from the Anatolian Beyliks and the Temple of Artemis, one of the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World”.

Evening transfer to İzmir Airport for flight to İstanbul at 19:55 by TK 2913. Around 21:00 arrive to İstanbul and transfer to hotel.


Duration: 7 hours

Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye

Visit to 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.

Duration: 3 hours

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

Last abode of Virgin Mary at Mount Solmissos

Duration: 1 hour

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

The Templeof Artemis was built on sacred grounds for the Greek goddess Artemis. Artemis was the twin of Apollo and daughter to Zeus and Leto. She represented abundance, hunting and all things wild. Citizens would find refuge, safety and comfort in the temple. Based on recent archeologist's findings, evidence shows a flood destroyed the original Temple of Artemis.



Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Bibliotheque de Celsus, Efes Selcuk Merkez, Selcuk, Selcuk Turkiye

Celsus Library is one of the most beautiful structures in Ephesus. Celcius Library was built in 117 A.D. Celsus Library was a monumental tomb for Gaius Julius Celsus Polemaeanus, the governor of the province of Asia; from his son Galius Julius Aquila. The grave of Celsus was beneath the ground floor, across the entrance and there was a statue of Athena over it. Because Athena was the goddess of the wisdom.



Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Isa Bey Mosque, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye

Isa bey mosque is one of the best and important example which reflects the end of the Seljuk Empire period in late 14 C A.D. In addition, this mosque bears the imprint of Umayyad mosque in Damascus in which is one of the Islamic centers for scientists and scholars. The marble and tiles here make almost a harmonial visiual feast those who want to visit.



Duration: 1 hour

Inclusions
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Lunch
  • Live commentary on board
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Guaranteed to skip the long lines
  • roundtrip flight tickets from/to Istanbul
  • Guaranteed to skip the lines
  • Entry/Admission - The Temple of Artemis
  • Entry/Admission - Bibliotheque de Celsus
  • Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Ephesus
  • Entry/Admission - Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
  • Entry/Admission - Local Experiences Istanbul

Exclusions
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • Near public transportation
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

The Marmara Taksim, Gümüşsuyu, Osmanlı Sk. No:1 D:B, 34437 Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
Traveler pickup is offered
Please contact us for pick up hotel in city center so we can come and pick you up for airport transfer
We also need the guests passport copies before the departure for flight ticket arrangements, please provide after booking


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

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Duration

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