Private Tour: Ephesus and St. Mary's House from Izmir | La Vacanza Travel

Private Tour: Ephesus and St. Mary's House from Izmir

Duration: 8 hours
Destination: Turkiye, Turkish Aegean Coast, Izmir
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  • 8 hours
  • Izmir
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

On this privately guided tour, journey to ancient Ephesus with such sites as the ruins of the Great Theatre, the Library of Celsius and the Temple of Hadrian, you'll want to explore as much as you can. Continue to the House of Virgin Mary and St John's Basilica.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Efes Antik Kenti Tiyatrosu, Selcuk Turkiye

Visit the glorious Greco-Roman and Christian ruins of Ephesus, which is known to be Commercial, the Religious and Social Center of Antiquity, and one of the highlight of any visit to Turkey. Ephesus is probably the best combination of Greek, Roman and Byzantine civilizations.

With the mythological stories and spectacular ruins you will feel the life in ancient Ephesus. See the Fountains of Trojan, Polio, the Temples of Hadrian and Domition, Private House (Brothel), the Library of Celsius, Various and Scholastic Baths, Bouloterion and the Great Theatre with capacity of 24,000 spectators. Prepare the be amazed.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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

After enjoying some authentic Turkish cuisine at lunch, you will visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she spent the last days of her life. You will also visit the Archaeological Museum, Temple of Diana and St. John's Basilica where according to legend, he was buried.

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

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

Temple Of Artemis

Duration: 25 minutes

Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye

Ancient city of Ephesus

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: The Odeion, Efes Selcuk Merkez, Selcuk, Selcuk Turkiye

Odeon Antique Theatre

Duration: 30 minutes

Inclusions
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Local guide
  • Transport by private vehicle
  • Entry/Admission - Efes Antik Kenti Tiyatrosu
  • Entry/Admission - The Odeion
  • Entry/Admission - Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
  • Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Ephesus

Exclusions
  • Gratuities
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Lunch
  • In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited
  • Not recommended for children aged 4 and under
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Children 18 years and under must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • 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


Departure Time

09:00 AM

Voucher info

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

Duration

8 hours


User's Reviews

michael g

23 Oct, 2015

This is one of the most incredible days spent seeing sites that had such an impact on history. Ismail, our guide, was masterful in his knowledge of the areas and his desire to make the day so memorable--he is a true asset to the company. Ephesus in many ways exceeds the Forum in Rome in splendor and majesty---so much history over so many civilizations in one place. St Mary's tomb was moving. Whether you belive in a religion or not, the power of the location and simplicity cannot do anything other than to move you. What a day!

Joelle_N

06 Oct, 2013

We had a wonderful time in izmir our guide Philis was very patient and professional. There is a lot too learn

James D

14 Aug, 2013

Gülar was wonderful, very knowledgable and personable. The tour ran like clockwork and we all had a terrific time. Thanks!

Margaret W

31 Oct, 2012

The pickup was confirmed at 7:00 am but the driver did not arrive until 7:30 with a dirty van, and went through 2 other pickups around Izmir. Finally the van seated a total of 10 passengers uncomfortably to Ephesus, we were seatd in a seat designated for 3 adults but 4 adults occupied the seat. We raised our concern with the driver who did not speak English, and was explained that we have to deal with his company upon arrival into Ephesus. Eventually, we were being dropped off in a local tour company around 10 am in Ephesus.
When we questioned the person in charge at the tour operator. He told us that the tour guide assigned to us, could not work as there was a death in his family. Instead this tour agency decided without our consultation or offer of reimbursement to put us into a group tour. Until we voiced our discontent, this tour agency had no intentions of honouring our private tour of Ephesus. As well, Neon made no attempts to intervene on our behalf when we phoned them and explained the situation. If I were to visit any area in Turkey other than Istanbul, I would not use this tour operator again. I hope La Vacanza Travel takes note of what we are reporting so a similar situation does not occur to other travelers who are willing to pay extra for private tours.

Edward M

06 Mar, 2012

Friendly driver. Very knowledgable and open guide. Both were flexible and worked to make certain that we were able to see all of the highlights in a very short period of time. Of course, there was the obligatory lunch (which was excellant) coupled with a factory "tour" and sales pitch. (Rugs and jewelry.)

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