Selcuk: Full-Day Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Tour
ID: GYG353921-633516
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Discover the world-famous UNESCO sights of Turkey on this full-day Ephesus tour with an expert guide. Explore the Temple of Hadrian, the Library of Celsus, the vast Great Theatre, and visit Virgin Mary's final resting place.
Following a pickup from your hotel in Selcuk, enjoy a short drive to Ephesus in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan. Start by visiting the extensive ruins in the ancient city. Admire the fascinating ancient structures surrounding you, including the spectacular Temple of Hadrian, the stunning facade of the Library of Celsus, and the vast Great Theater.
Continue the tour to the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Then, stop by the house of Virgin Mary, a popular place of pilgrimage for Catholics, where it is believed the Virgin Mary spent the remainder of her life. Located on top of Bulbul Mountain, it offers visitors a panoramic view of the town.
Finally, explore the Isa Bey Mosque and marvel at its crown-like doors, a jewel of Seljukian architecture combined with decorative elements from the Ottoman Empire.
Highlights
- Visit the remarkably well-preserved ancient city of Ephesus
- Gaze in awe at the temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world
- Take a trip to the famous House of the Virgin Mary
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• This tour is not recommended for people with heart problems and respiratory issues.
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
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.
