• Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - The House of the Virgin Mary, known as Meryem Ana Evi in Turkish, is believed by many to be where Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her final years. It is said she arrived in Ephesus with St. John and lived there from 37-45 CE until her Assumption (according to Catholic doctrine) or Dormition (according to Orthodox belief).
• Ancient City of Ephesus - Among Turkey’s numerous ancient cities and classical ruins, Ephesus stands out as the most magnificent and well-preserved. It offers an unparalleled glimpse into ancient life on the Mediterranean. Ephesus was a major trading hub and a center for the worship of Cybele, the Anatolian fertility goddess.
• The Odeion - The Odeion of Ancient Ephesus is a small, semi-circular theater originally built in the 2nd century A.D., funded by Publius Vedius Antonius and his wife Flavia Paiana. This venue was used for political gatherings, social events, concerts, and theatrical performances.
• Temple of Hadrian - Dedicated to Emperor Hadrian, this temple is one of the most well-preserved and beautiful structures on Curetes Street. It was constructed in the early 2nd century AD by P. Quintilius to commemorate Hadrian’s visit from Athens.
• Bibliotheque de Celsus - Bibliotheque de Celsus, located in Selcuk, Turkey, is a stunning library from the early 2nd century AD and the most renowned monument in Ephesus. Extensively restored, the library’s design makes it appear larger than it is: the convex facade base emphasizes the central features, with the middle columns and capitals larger than those at the ends. Facade niches contain replica statues of the Four Virtues: Sophia (Wisdom), Arete (Goodness), Ennoia (Thought), and Episteme (Knowledge).
• Efes Antik Kenti Tiyatrosu - The great theater of Ephesus is a remarkably preserved and impressive structure. Made of marble, it spans 145 meters in width, with its audience area reaching up to 30 meters. At its peak, it could hold up to 24,000 spectators. The theater’s construction began during the Hellenistic period.
• The Temple of Artemis - The Temple of Artemis, or Artemision, is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. In a vacant field west of the center, a single reconstructed pillar is all that remains of the grand Temple of Artemis, which originally had 127 columns.
• Isa Bey Mosque - The Isa Bey Mosque was constructed in a post-Seljuk/pre-Ottoman transitional style when Selcuk was the capital of the Aydin Emirate. An Arabic inscription above the main entrance indicates it was built in 1375.

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Professional guide
• All taxes, fees and handling charges
• Lunch included
• Fuel surcharges included
• Transport in an air-conditioned minivan

• Drinks
• Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
• Gratuities

Step back thousands of years on this small-group guided tour of Ephesus from Selcuk. Start off in Selcuk, 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.

• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
• Infant meals not included

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.