Small Group - Artemis Temple, St Johns Basilica and Ancient Ephesus (Kusadasi)
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Excellent guides, history at Ephesus and St Johns Basilica is incredible
4.5 hours (approx.)
Small Group Tour
Moderate
Overview
After meeting with your experienced tour guide, sit back and relax on the 20 minute drive to Ephesus area. Your day will start by visiting one of the main highlights in Turkey, Ephesus. One of the 12 cities of Ionian League (an ancient Greek District on the western coast of Asia Minor) is located near Izmir. As a port city it was a major departure point for trade routes into Asia Minor.
Walk through the history along the marble streets lined with colorful public buildings, some dating back over 2000 years. Among them, the Baths of Scholastica and the Library of Celsus. It was built in the beginning of the 2nd century A.D. by Gaius Julius Aquila to be a memorial to his father Gaius Julius Celsus Polemanus, the proconsul of Province of Asia, the Temple of Hadrian and the Grand Theatre are two of the most impressive buildings in Ephesus. Grand Theatre was built in the 3rd Century B.C and it was later expanded to 24,000 spectators by the Romans in the 1st Century A.D.
After exploring Ephesus, you will have the chance to have some free time to visit the few souvenir stands, cafeterias and also bathroom facilities.
Now refreshed, we will then drive to St. Johns Basilica, it is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill. At Saint John's Basilica you will have time to discover the grounds and there will be plenty of photo opportunities.
The tour will then continue to Artemis Temple, this used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, also known as the Temple of Diana. This Greek Temple was dedicated to an ancient, local form of goddess Artemis, this temple has been rebuilt 3 times.
With this being the last stop, we will now make our way back on the scenic journey through Kusadasi town centre and you will be returned back to the port in plenty of time for your cruise ships departure.
Entrance tickets are included within this tour price
What's Included
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Cruise Port Pick-up
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Air- Conditioned Transportation
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Professional English Speaking Guide
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Entrance Fees to St Johns Basilica
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Entrance Fees to Ephesus
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Food and Beverages
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Personal Expenses
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Tips/Gratuities
Itinerary
Meet and Greet at the Port
Tour Start
Drive to Ephesus 35 Minutes
Panoramic Drive
Visit to Ephesus 90 Minutes
Walking Tour
Drive to St Johns Basilica 10 Minutes
Panoramic Drive
Inside Visit 30 Minutes
Guided Visit of St Johns Basilica
Drive 10 Minutes
Artemis Temple
Photo Opportunity 10 Minutes
Arteemis Temple
Drive back to port 20 Minutes
Tour End
Special Instructions
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Wear comfortable footwear, as there is a lot of walking involved in this tour.
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You will be able to purchase souvenirs and/or refreshments at Ephesus. There are also rest rooms available at this site.
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During peak season, this region may experience very high temperatures. Please make sure to dress accordingly and hydrate often
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Local Currency is the Turkish Lira, however, most places except the US Dollar, GB Pounds and the Euro
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup and Dropoff at the Cruise Port Included.
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Price Info
Small Group - Artemis Temple, St Johns Basilica and Ancient Ephesus (Kusadasi)
Per Person
USD $ 119.00
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