ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this productStop At: Local Experiences Istanbul, Istanbul, Istanbul 34000 TurkeyEarly morning transfer to Saw Airport at 04:30 for flight to Izmir at 07:35 BY TK 2906. Around 09:00 arrive to Izmir Airport and transfer to the tour for Ephesus, one of the twelve cities of the Ionian League during the classical Greek period. Ephesus was also one of the “Seven Churches of Anatolia (Asia)” that are cited in the Book of Revelation.Visit to the old Greco-Roman city of Ephesus, Marble Street, Odeon, Bouleterion, Temple of Hadrian and Serapis, Agora, Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Double Church, Arcadian Way, Gate of Magnesia. Last abode of Virgin Mary at Mount Solmissos and lunch at Selçuk. Visit to Isabey Mosque, one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from the Anatolian Beyliks and the Temple of Artemis, one of the “Seven Wonders of the Ancient World”. Evening transfer to Izmir Airport for flight to Istanbul at 19:55 by TK 2913. Around 21:00 arrive to Istanbul and transfer to hotel. Duration: 7 hoursStop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 TurkeyVisit to the old Greco-Roman city of Ephesus, Marble Street, Odeon, Bouleterion, Temple of Hadrian and Serapis, Agora, Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Double Church, Arcadian Way, Gate of Magnesia.Duration: 3 hoursStop At: Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Sultaniye Mahallesi, Selcuk 35100 TurkeyLast abode of Virgin Mary at Mount Solmissos Duration: 1 hourStop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk TurkeyThe Templeof Artemis was built on sacred grounds for the Greek goddess Artemis. Artemis was the twin of Apollo and daughter to Zeus and Leto. She represented abundance, hunting and all things wild. Citizens would find refuge, safety and comfort in the temple. Based on recent archeologist's findings, evidence shows a flood destroyed the original Temple of Artemis.Duration: 1 hourStop At: Bibliotheque de Celsus, Efes Selcuk Merkez, Selcuk, Selcuk TurkeyCelsus Library is one of the most beautiful structures in Ephesus. Celcius Library was built in 117 A.D. Celsus Library was a monumental tomb for Gaius Julius Celsus Polemaeanus, the governor of the province of Asia; from his son Galius Julius Aquila. The grave of Celsus was beneath the ground floor, across the entrance and there was a statue of Athena over it. Because Athena was the goddess of the wisdom.Duration: 30 minutesStop At: Isa Bey Mosque, Selcuk TurkeyIsa bey mosque is one of the best and important example which reflects the end of the Seljuk Empire period in late 14 C A.D. In addition, this mosque bears the imprint of Umayyad mosque in Damascus in which is one of the Islamic centers for scientists and scholars. The marble and tiles here make almost a harmonial visiual feast those who want to visit.Duration: 1 hour

Local Experiences Istanbul

Confirmation will be received at time of booking,A current valid passport is required on the day of travel,Not wheelchair accessible,Children must be accompanied by an adult,May be operated by a multi-lingual guide,Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants,A current valid passport is required on the day of travel,Near public transportation,Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level,This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers,Face masks required for travelers in public areas,Face masks required for guides in public areas,Face masks provided for travelers,Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff,Social distancing enforced throughout experience,Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas,Gear/equipment sanitized between use,Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized,Guides required to regularly wash hands,Regular temperature checks for staff,Temperature checks for travelers upon arrival,Paid stay-at-home policy for staff with symptoms,Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons

All taxes, fees and handling charges,Lunch,Live commentary on board,Professional guide,Hotel pickup and drop-off,Guaranteed to skip the long lines,roundtrip flight tickets from/to Istanbul,Entry/Admission - Local Experiences Istanbul,Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Ephesus,Entry/Admission - Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House),Entry/Admission - The Temple of Artemis,Entry/Admission - Bibliotheque de Celsus,Guaranteed to skip the lines

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