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* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
This half-day tour takes you to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the most well-preserved ancient cities in the world.
Your tour begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Kusadasi or Selcuk and a drive to Ephesus, which is located only a short distance away.
Once you arrive at the ancient city of Ephesus, your knowledgeable guide will lead you through the well-preserved ruins and point out important sites such as the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Great Theatre. You'll learn about the fascinating history of this ancient city, including its important role in the Roman Empire.
Finally, you'll stop by the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
After the tour, you'll be transported back to your hotel in Kusadasi or Selcuk.
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Pick Up & Drop Off
Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Insurance
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Meals & Beverages
Personal Expenses
Driver & Guide Tips – Gratitue
Entrance Fees
Departure Point
Traveler pickup is offered
Pick up and drop off service is provided for the Ephesus Half Day Tour From Kusadasi / Selcuk.
Camikebir, Liman Cd. No:10, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Turkey
Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk, Turkey 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? Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street and Harbour Street. 150 minutes
The Temple of Artemis, Selcuk, Turkey 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. 30 minutes
The Prytaneion, Selcuk, Turkey Behind the basilica is the Prytaneion, where religious ceremonies , official receptions and banquets were held. The sacred flame symbolizing the heart of Ephesus was kept constantly alight in the Prytaneion. The construction of the building dates to the 3rd century B.C, during the reign of Lysimachos, but the ruins of the complex dates to the Augustan age.
The four-cornered pit in which the sacred fire is burned is a relic from the reign of Lysimachos. The front of the building is four columns, beyond the columns is a courtyard surrounded by a portico, and on the north is the center of the building, the ceremonial hall, and its side rooms. The eternal flame was here in the center of the ceremonial hall, the red color on the floor determined the location of the flame. Towards the back, there was a large area with wooden roof, the base of an altar is still recognizable today.
10 minutes
Baths of Varius, Selcuk, Turkey The ruins to the east of the Basilica belong to the bath of Varius, dating to the Roman period. The construction dates to the 2nd century A.D and the mosaics in the 40 meters long corridor dates to the 5th century.
It is built of cut blocks of marble. It has three sections, frigidarium (cold water), tepidarium (warm water) and caldarium (hot water). The excavations have not been completed yet. 15 minutes
Fountain of Pollio, Selcuk, Turkiye The Pollio Fountain was located to the south of the State Agora, across the Odeon. It was built in 97 A.D by the rich Ephesian C.S.Pollio and his family.
The water was brought to the fountains of Ephesus from three main sources through aqueducts and distributed from fountains by a branching system of baked clay pipes. The sources were Kencherios (42km) at Kuşadası, Çamlık village stream of Marnas (15km), and the Cayster River (20km).Water was free of charge by the city in the public fountains. Also they provided refreshment in hot summer days for the streets. 5 minutes
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
GUARANTEED RETURN ON TIME TO CRUISE
If you are staying in Ozdere hotels, you should pay 20 euro per person for transfer both way.
If you are staying in Guzelcamli hotels, you should pay 25 euro per person for transfer both way.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
Elaine S
29 Nov 2021
I had erdem as my tour guide and he is the best! Well knowledgable with the city and the history. He summarised the history of Istanbul for me and I really appreciate it. Everything is well organised. My Istanbul has been lovely thanks to erdem. Perfect gentleman. Helped me and answered my questions. This tour is worth it!
andyandy96
11 Sep 2020
Thank you for an excellent trip! Was very easy to arrange over WhatsApp after contacting Turkey Tours Company on their website. Pickup from our hotel was exactly at the time they said it would be. Erdem was a great tour guide - funny and knowledgeable, a good pace with just the right amount of information. He clearly knew his stuff and was passionate about the history - and really liked the cats too! Our tour group was small, much smaller than other groups in Ephesus, which was another positive.
Highly recommend Ephesus and definitely with Turkey Tours Company - thanks again.
enginsemsi
16 Feb 2020
Her gezginin mutlaka uğraması gereken bir yer Efes, profesyonel rehberlik hizmetiyle de tarihin dokusunu günümüze getirmiş olursunuz. Aldığımız hizmetten çok memnun kaldık
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Kusadasi
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