Embark on an unforgettable Ephesus tour from Istanbul and discover the ancient Greco-Roman city, the last home of Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Embark on an unforgettable Ephesus tour from Istanbul and discover the ancient Greco-Roman city, the last home of Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- Ancient City of Ephesus - Explore the historic Greco-Roman city of Ephesus, featuring Marble Street, the Odeon, Bouleuterion, Temple of Hadrian and Serapis, Agora, Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Double Church, Arcadian Way, and the Gate of Magnesia.
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Discover the final residence of the Virgin Mary at…
- Ancient City of Ephesus - Explore the historic Greco-Roman city of Ephesus, featuring Marble Street, the Odeon, Bouleuterion, Temple of Hadrian and Serapis, Agora, Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Double Church, Arcadian Way, and the Gate of Magnesia.
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - Discover the final residence of the Virgin Mary at Mount Solmissos. The House of Virgin Mary is situated atop the “Bulbul” mountain, 9 km from Ephesus. This shrine offers a serene atmosphere nestled in greenery. It is believed to be where Mary spent her last days, possibly arriving with Saint John, who spent years in the area spreading Christianity. Mary chose this secluded spot over a bustling environment.
- The Temple of Artemis - The Temple of Artemis was constructed on sacred land for the Greek goddess Artemis, twin of Apollo and daughter of Zeus and Leto. She symbolized abundance, hunting, and nature. The temple provided refuge, safety, and comfort to citizens. Recent archaeological findings suggest a flood destroyed the original Temple of Artemis.
- Bibliotheque de Celsus - The Celsus Library is one of Ephesus’s most stunning structures, built in 117 A.D. as a monumental tomb for Gaius Julius Celsus Polemaeanus, the governor of Asia, by his son Gaius Julius Aquila. Celsus’s grave lies beneath the ground floor, opposite the entrance, with a statue of Athena, the goddess of wisdom, above it.
- Isa Bey Mosque - The Isa Bey Mosque is a significant example reflecting the end of the Seljuk Empire period in the late 14th century A.D. This mosque also bears the influence of the Umayyad Mosque in Damascus, a center for Islamic scholars. The marble and tiles create a harmonious visual feast for visitors.
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan during the tour
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Round-trip shared transfer
- Roundtrip flight tickets
- Local taxes
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan during the tour
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Round-trip shared transfer
- Roundtrip flight tickets
- Local taxes
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- Drinks
- Gratuities
You will have the opportunity to visit the ancient Greco-Roman city of Ephesus, including Marble Street, the Odeon, Bouleterion, the Temple of Hadrian and Serapis, the Agora, the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, the Double Church, Arcadian Way, and the Gate of Magnesia. You will also see the last residence of the Virgin Mary at Mount Solmissos and…
You will have the opportunity to visit the ancient Greco-Roman city of Ephesus, including Marble Street, the Odeon, Bouleterion, the Temple of Hadrian and Serapis, the Agora, the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, the Double Church, Arcadian Way, and the Gate of Magnesia. You will also see the last residence of the Virgin Mary at Mount Solmissos and enjoy lunch in Selçuk. Additionally, you will visit the İsabey Mosque, one of the oldest and most remarkable architectural works from the Anatolian Beyliks, and the Temple of Artemis, one of the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.”
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- Operated by Plan Tours & Gray Line Turkey
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
