Temple of Hadrian at Ephesus Tours and Activities

Ephesus is one of Turkey’s most impressive ancient sites but with over 2 million annual visitors it can get crowded. Ensure a more personalized experience with this small-group tour from Izmir and enjoy a comprehensive itinerary that includes UNESCO-listed Ephesus; the House of the Virgin Mary, where Mary spend her final years; the site of the Artemis temple, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; and the Isabey Mosque.

Explore Turkey's remarkable history on a full-day, small-group tour of Ephesus and surrounding sites from Selcuk, and follow in the footsteps of ancient Greeks, Roman republicans, Goth warriors and early Christians. See archeological excavations that uncovered bright mosaics, an ancient library, carved goddesses and private homes, and explore the remains of the Temple of Artemis. Visit the mountainside House of Virgin Mary then step into the world of the Seljuq dynasty at the 14th-century Isa Bey mosque.

Explore Ephesus with a dedicated guide during this full-day tour from Izmir. Stop at Ephesus area highlights, including the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. This private tour guarantees personalized attention from your guide for you and your party. Traditional Turkish lunch and round-trip transportation from your accommodations in Izmir are included.

The focus of our tour is Ephesus, the most well-preserved, beautifully-restored ancient city in Turkey. Ephesus was known as the commercial, religious, and social center in ancient times and one of the highlights of any visit to Turkey. Ephesus is probably the best-known combination of Greek, Roman and Byzantine civilizations. Listen to mythological stories and and roam around the spectacular ruins as you experience what life was like in ancient Ephesus. You will visit the Trajan Fountains, the Pollio Fountain, and the Temples of Hadrian and Domition. Also see the Celsus Library, the Varius and Scolasticia Baths, and the Grand Theater which had a capacity of 24 thousand spectators. After a delicious lunch with various Turkish specialties, you will visit the House of the Virgin Mary, said to be the location where her last days were spent; our last stop is the Archaeological Museum of Ephesus. You may return to Kuşadası or İzmir.

This will be an excursion to Ephesus, an ancient Roman city. The site is extensive and consists of many buildings excavated over the years, including the Library of Celsus which was immense and has statues and reliefs, the Temple of Hadrian, with a colourful frieze, the Theatre, which was used for chariots races and the Odeon which was used for meetings and concerts. After a traditional Turkish lunch you will also see the House of the Virgin Mary and the Archaeological Museum before being dropped in Kusadasi or Izmir. (L)

Take a step back in time on this excursion to the discover Ephesus and Virgin Mary's House Tour. Visit Ephesus ancient city  House of Virgin Mary

An in-depth guided walking tour of Ephesus, once the trade center of the ancient world, reveals its historic and archeological significance through its major sights. Entrance Fees are INCLUDED in the price. Take a step back in time on this excursion. Visit Ephesus ancient city , House of Virgin Mary , Temple of Artemis , Selcuk Town

The history of Ephesus, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, goes back 8000 years from today. It is one of the most visited ancient cities of our country. As Herodotus said; It is the capital of “Ionia, the country of cities established under the most beautiful skies known on earth and in the best climate”. One the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World, Temple of Diana was built in Ephesus. It was Ephesus where St Paul stayed for three years and where certain Demetrius and his fellow artisans marched to the amphitheater shouting “Great is Artemis of Ephesus!”. Well here is what you should now: take your beverage and relax on your seats and listen to the story that will inspire your imagination told by wonderful story tellers from Turkey.

An in-depth guided walking tour of Ephesus, once the trade center of the ancient world, reveals its historic and archeological significance through its major sights. Entrance Fees are INCLUDED in the price. Take a step back in time on this excursion. Visit Ephesus ancient city , House of Virgin Mary , Temple of Artemis , Selcuk Town

Benefit from personalized attention and the ability to travel at your own pace during this full-day private tour of Ephesus. Stops include the Temple of Artemis, the Basilica of St. John, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the ancient city of Ephesus itself. Learn much more through guided commentary than you would simply exploring on your own.

Step back thousands of years on this Private guided tour of Ephesus from Selcuk, Sirince and Kusadasi, exploring the many ancient archeological sites, and then move on to Ephesus, once one of the most important cities in Asia Minor. Stroll among the millennia-old ruins, many of which have only been excavated in the last century. See the remains of the Temple of Artemis and visit the supposed house of the Virgin Mary before stopping by a famous 14th-century mosque.

Enjoy your 2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour with us, visit the historical sites of Ephesus and see the natural beauties of Pamukkale.

An in-depth guided walking tour of Ephesus, once the trade center of the ancient world, reveals its historic and archeological significance through its major sights. Entrance Fees are INCLUDED in the price. Take a step back in time on this excursion. Visit Ephesus ancient city , House of Virgin Mary , Temple of Artemis , Selcuk Town

In the morning, our tour guide will meet with you at Izmir Hotel or Port. We reach to Ephesus. Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harbour city. And, this giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was one of the seven wonders of the world. The Isabey Mosque, constructed in 1374 – 1375, is one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from the Anatolian Beyliks. In the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel.

An in-depth guided walking tour of Ephesus, once the trade center of the ancient world, reveals its historic and archeological significance through its major sights. Entrance Fees are NOT INCLUDED in the price. Parking Fees and all Taxes are INCLUDED in the price . Take a step back in time on this excursion. Visit Ephesus ancient city , House of Virgin Mary , Temple of Artemis , Selcuk Town

An in-depth guided walking tour of Ephesus, once the trade center of the ancient world, reveals its historic and archeological significance through its major sights. Entrance Fees are INCLUDED in the price. Take a step back in time on this excursion. Visit Ephesus ancient city , House of Virgin Mary , Temple of Artemis , Selcuk Town