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EPHESUS TOUR (Daily tour)
İzmir, Turkey
Ephesus (/ˈɛfəsəs/;[1] Ancient Greek: Ἔφεσος Ephesos; Turkish: Efes; may ultimately derive from Hittite Apasa) was an ancient Greek city on the coast of Ionia, three kilometers southwest of present-day Selçuk in İzmir Province, Turkey.
Now you are invited to see those fascinating historical ruins and cultural heritage.
Duration:
12 hours
Departure-Arrival:
The tour will start with pick up from Hotel in Istanbul, flight to Izmir for a full day tour with lunch, then back to Istanbul by plane.
03:30 a.m. You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul and transferred to the airport.
06:30 a.m. Flight from Istanbul to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport.
07:40 a.m. Arrival at the airport and transfer to Selcuk.
16:00 p.m. We will then drive back to the Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport for flight to Istanbul.
Transportation
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Plane
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and Bus
Tour Program
There will be seven highlights of this tour.
First we will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, still existing today next to Ephesus antique city.
Then we will move to Ephesus. Ephesus, one of the most important port cities of the ancient world, is mentioned in the Book of Revelation as one of the seven churches.
In the city of Ephesus, we will have a chance to see The Celcus Library, The Temple of Hadrian, The Fountain of Trajan and Theater.
Then we will take a break for lunch at a local Turkish cuisine restaurant.
After lunch, we will visit the Virgin Mary's House discovered by Lazarist priests after a German priestess had some visions about the house and the mountain as the last residence of the Virgin Mary.
As the last stop, we will visit the village of Sirince, with its impressive vineyards and original tiny houses that reflect its historical and cultural heritage.
Guiding:
Our tours are run by professionally licensed guides who speak English very well, have a bachelor's degree and have many certificates and are also very knowledgeable about the history and culture of Cappadocia.
Pricing:
For 1 Person: 195 Euro Per Person
For 2 People: 380 Euro (190 Euro Per Person)
For 3 People: 510 Euro (170 Euro Per Person)
For 4 People: 600 Euro (150 Euro Per Person)
Additional each person 140 Euro
What is included in this tour?
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Domestic flight/bus tickets from/to Istanbul
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Hotel pick-up & drop-off service in Istanbul is available and free
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Entrance fees to places mentioned in the program
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Professional guidance during the tour (in English)
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Services Charges & Local Taxes
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Lunch
What is excluded from this tour?
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Tips and gratuities
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Personal expenses
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Beverages at lunch
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Dinner
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DOLMABAHCE PALACE AND CITY WALLS TOUR (tour #10)
Istanbul, Turkey
All-Day Tour
This tour offers you the must-see places in Istanbul.
Enjoy the magic of historical relics of the city.
Duration:
Approximately 8 hours
Departure-Arrival:
Around 09:00-17:00
Transportation
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Shuttle bus
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or Private car (charged as extra)
Tour Program
Dolmabahce Palace:
Dolmabahce Palace was ordered to be built by the Empire's 31st Sultan, Abdülmecid I, and built between the years 1843 and 1856. The palace has an area of 45,000 m2 (11.2 acres) and contains 285 rooms, 46 halls, 6 baths (Hamam) and 68 toilets. (for more information about Dolmabahce Palace please take a look at our Blog).
City Walls:
The walls of the city have been subjected to many attacks throughout its history. However, only a few were successful. The first breach was by the Fourth Crusade in 1204, the second by the cannons and troops of Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror in 1453.
Golden Horn:
The Golden Horn (Turkish: Altın Boynuz; Ancient Greek: Χρυσόκερας, Chrysókeras; Latin: Sinus Ceratinus), also known by its modern Turkish name, Haliç ([haɫitʃ]), is a major urban waterway and the primary inlet of the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey. At this point of the city, you will enjoy the magnificent scenery of Golden Horn and the city itself.
Spice Market:
The Spice Bazaar (Turkish: Mısır Çarşısı, meaning Egyptian Bazaar) in Istanbul, Turkey is one of the largest bazaars in the city. Located in the Eminönü quarter of the Fatih district, it is the most famous covered shopping complex after the Grand Bazaar.
Shopping:
Turkey is also famous for its delights & spices in the world. We will visit a Turkish Delight and Spice Store that you can find both high quality and tasty gifts for yourself and your family & friends.
Cruise by Boat:
An amazing cruise between asia and europe continents; you have the oppportunity of seeing Dolmabahce palace, Beylerbeyi palace and Rumeli fortress along the bosphorus.
**Please note that the order in which sights are visited may vary.
Guiding:
Our tours are run by professionally licensed guides who speak English very well, have a bachelor's degree and have many certificates and are also very knowledgeable about the history and culture of Istanbul.
What is included in this tour?
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Hotel pick-up and drop-off service with the shuttle is available and free
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Entrance fees to places mentioned in the program
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Professional guidance during the tour (in English)
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Lunch
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Services Charges & Local Taxes
What is excluded from this tour?
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Tips and gratuities
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Personal expenses
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Beverages at lunch
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Dinner
Additional Information:
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Since the Dolmabahçe Palace is closed on Mondays, this tour will not be operated on Mondays.