Half Day Ephesus Tour – Sightseeing and Tours

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Half Day Ephesus Tour at W8RR+9H Selçuk/İzmir, Türkiye attractions Sightseeing and Tours Ephesus

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Explore the ancient city of Ephesus, home to the well-preserved Temple of Artemis, and walk among its historic monuments, experiencing the grandeur of one of the Eastern Mediterranean’s most significant archaeological treasures.
Discover Ephesus;The best preserved classical city in Eastern Mediterranean.
See Terrace Houses, where rich Ephesians used to live
Visit Temple of Artemis; was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient World.
Walk on the ancient roads where Mother Mary, St. John, St. Paul walked
Learn history about early christians and Romans from your expert local guide
Skip-The-Line to get tickets provided

According to your tour pick-up time, meet with your guide and drive to Ancient Ephesus. An archaeological treasure, Ephesus is the best-preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean. During the 1st century AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city on the planet after Rome, with more than 250,000 citizens. It was in the center of the known world and played the role of a gateway between the East and the West. With its giant harbor, it was also the center of trading in antiquity. It was not only a rich commercial city but also an impressive one, where even Mark Anthony and Cleopatra spent their honeymoon. Ephesus is also home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Temple of Artemis. Walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments, such as the third-largest library of the ancient world or the largest Roman theatre on the Asian continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveler.
Next, visit the Temple of Artemis or Artemision; one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Its ancient cult dedicated to Artemis was very famous in antiquity and made Ephesus a much-visited pilgrimage place. There were a total of 127 Ionic columns with a height of 19 meters. The temple is also considered to be the earliest bank of the ancient world.
At the end of the tour, drive back to the departure point. Key Sights
Ephesus Ancient City
Temple of Artemis

Included
English Speaking Guide
All sightseeing mentioned in the itinerary
Transfer service from Kusadasi Hotels / Port and Selcuk Hotels
Land transportation by air-conditioned non-smoking vehicle

Excluded
Admission fees to attractions
Beverage during the tour
Tips to the guide & driver (optional)
Personal expenses

Admission fees(per person) -Ancient Ephesus: 45 USD -Terrace Houses: 16 USD Note: The tour guide will have pre paid skip the line tickets to avoid long ticket queues. The cost of used entry tickets can be paid to your guide in cash dolar, euro or turkish lira at tours. Important things to know before you visit

It is highly suggested that the clients reconfirm their departure/pickup times by calling or emailing to the local tour operator no later than 24 hr before the service.
Please take passport for childrens if any
This tour is not fitting for wheelchair users

How to get there
Tour bus will pick you up from Kuşadası Hotels, Port and Selçuk Hotels Begin your Ephesus Half Day Tour with a pick-up from your hotel, then travel to the remarkable Ancient Ephesus. As one of the best-preserved classical cities in the Eastern Mediterranean, Ephesus stands as an archaeological treasure. In the 1st century AD, Ephesus was the second-largest city in the world, second only to Rome, with over 250,000 residents. It was a pivotal gateway between East and West, renowned for its giant harbor and bustling trade. Ephesus was not only wealthy but also historically significant, famously hosting Mark Antony and Cleopatra during their honeymoon. Ephesus boasts the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Strolling through its ancient streets, you’ll encounter awe-inspiring monuments, including the third-largest library of antiquity and the largest Roman theatre on the Asian continent, evoking the sensation of traveling through time during the Ephesus Turkey Tour. Your next stop during the Ephesus Guided Tour is the Temple of Artemis, known for its ancient cult dedicated to Artemis, making Ephesus a prominent pilgrimage site. The temple featured 127 Ionic columns, each standing 19 meters high, and is considered the earliest bank of the ancient world. At the end of this captivating Ephesus Walking Tour, you’ll be driven back to your starting point, concluding a day rich with historical exploration and timeless memories. Half Day Ephesus Tour at W8RR+9H Selçuk/İzmir, Türkiye attractions Sightseeing and Tours Ephesus