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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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PRINCES' ISLANDS TOUR (tour #14)
Istanbul, Turkey
All-Day Tour
This tour offers you the must-see places of Istanbul
Enjoy the city's peaceful part.
Duration:
Approximately 8 hours
Departure-Arrival:
Around 09:00-17:00
Transportation
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Shuttle bus
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Public ferry
Tour Program
We will take the public ferry to one of the Princes' Islands called Heybeliada and Buyukada (Big Island). During the summertime, this quiet seafront town will be a great choice to escape from the chaos of the city.
We will leave the Golden Horn by ferry, and we will have a chance to see Sarayburnu (Seraglio Point), the headland on which the domes and minarets of Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia, and Blue Mosque. We will cross four of the islands with charming old Ottoman houses. First we will visit Kinaliada, second, we will arrive in Heybeliada and finally in Büyükada. Upon arrival, you will see luxurious Ottoman mansions and other beautiful Victorian summer villas around the islands.
We will take island tours by Phaeton (horse and carriage) and pass through elegant old wooden mansions and beautiful natural landscapes. At noon, we will take a break with a delicious lunch at a charming seaside fish restaurant and enjoy the view of the domes and minarets among the skyscrapers of the modern Istanbul skyline. It will be a perfect day to relax and enjoy one of Istanbul's favorite summer vacations.
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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Please note that the routes may vary depending on weather and/or daily conditions.