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Overview
- Duration:12 hours 0 minutes
- Travelers:200 guests
- Tour Type:Daily tour, Private tour
- Language:English, Turkish
Highlights
- Ephesus was home to 200,000 people during the height of the Roman Empire — a figure that makes the scale of what remains easier to comprehend. The excavated marble streets, the Library of Celsus with its reconstructed facade, the grand theatre, the Temple of Hadrian, and the mosaic-floored terrace houses all sit within a few hundred metres of each other. The two-hour guided tour covers the main sites with your English-speaking guide providing historical context throughout. The site is large enough to fill considerably more time than two hours, and free exploration time is built into the schedule.
- The history here spans layers. Ephesus was first an Ionian Greek city, then a Hellenistic capital under the Seleucids, then a major Roman city, and finally an early Christian centre. The Apostle Paul preached here; John the Apostle is said to have spent his final years in the area; the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, stood nearby. Your guide threads these different periods together in a way that makes the ruins readable rather than just impressive.
- The House of Virgin Mary, a small chapel and pilgrimage site on the wooded slopes of Bulbul Mountain above the city, is typically included in the itinerary or available as an optional stop. It is considered a significant site by both Christian and Muslim visitors and tends to be quieter than the main city ruins.
Includes/Excludes
- Hotel pickup and return transport from Icmeler
- Air-conditioned coach
- Full travel insurance
- English-speaking professional guide
- Packed breakfast
- Open buffet lunch
- Two-hour guided tour of Ephesus
- Entrance fees
- Beverages
- Personal expenses
Cancellation policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Frequently asked questions
Is this suitable for families?
Yes, though the site involves a lot of walking on marble surfaces that can be uneven. Not ideal for guests with mobility difficulties.
What should I bring?
Comfortable, supportive shoes are the most important item. Also sunglasses, sunscreen, a hat, a camera, and light comfortable clothing.
Does the tour run every day?
No. This tour runs on Thursdays and Sundays only from Icmeler.
Extra Services
Airport transfers
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Childcare services
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£65.00/person
Photography
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£22.00/package
Souvenir package
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£30.00/package
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