From Izmir: Private Guided Day Trip to Ancient Pergamon
ID: GYG320748-567168
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Discover the wonders of the Pergamon on this private, guided day trip from Izmir. Ride a cable car to the Acropolis of the town, visit the fascinating Asklepion, and learn about the history of one of the most famous cities of Ancient Greek civilization.
Your Ancient Greek adventure begins with pickup from your accommodation in Izmur. Arrive at the Pergamon and take the 15-minute cable car ride up to the Acropolis, admiring the luscious views of Bergama along the way. The Acropolis, which means Upper Town, sits at the top of a large hill and has some of the most important architectural remains of Pergamon.
The Upper Town is divided into 3 main parts, the higher sheltered area of the Acropolis is home to the former palaces, temples, water reservoirs, and fountains of the royal families and aristocrats who would have lived here. In this part you can visit the Trajan temple, Zeus Altar, the temple of Athena, the Pergamon Library, and more.
The next stop of the day is to the Asklepion, which would have been the medical center of the town. According to famous writer Pausianos, the medical sanatorium was first established in Pergamon in the 4th century BC and was developed during the Hellenistic period. From your guide, learn about how the Romans created a sacred path between the lower city and the medical center, along which sick patients would walk barefoot and carry images of organs to help inform the doctors of their ailments.
At the end of an educational and insightful day, sit back and relax on the return journey to Izmir.
Highlights
- Discover the wonders of the Acropolis, home to palaces, temples, and more
- Walk inside the Asklepion, a medical center of the ancient world
- Admire views of the Pergamon complex and surrounding landscapes on a cable car ride
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The tour involves walking on uneven surfaces in the archaeological site
All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
Pickup from your hotel lobby.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
