Daily Ephesus & Virgin Mary House Tour from Izmir
Overview
Give yourself a chance to enjoy a full day tour of Ephesus, Virgin Mary House and The Temple of Artemis o a day trip from Izmir
Visit the House of Virgin Mary where she might spend her last days and learn about her life
Explore the well-preserved UNESCO Heritage site of Ephesus
Step into the past and walk on the marble streets as Romans did once
View the stunning Library of Celsus which was the third largest library of the Roman times
See the Temple of Artemis once one of the Seven Wonders of the World
Visit the House of Virgin Mary where she might spend her last days and learn about her life
Explore the well-preserved UNESCO Heritage site of Ephesus
Step into the past and walk on the marble streets as Romans did once
View the stunning Library of Celsus which was the third largest library of the Roman times
See the Temple of Artemis once one of the Seven Wonders of the World
Inclusions
- Lunch
- Entrance Fees of House of Virgin Mary and Ephesus ancient site
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Entry/Admission - Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
- Entry/Admission - Ancient City of Ephesus
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Izmir, Izmir, Izmir Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
Step into the past and explore the historical sights in the ancient city of Ephesus and the Virgin Mary House on this day trip.
Be picked up from your centrally located hotel in Izmir around 07.45 am and take a one and a half hour drive to Ephesus.
Stop At: Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Sultaniye Mahallesi, Selcuk 35100 Turkiye
The first stop of the tour is the House of Virgin Mary where she might spent the last days of her life. Indeed, she may have come in the area with Saint John, who spent several years in the area to spread Christianity. Paul VI was the first pope to visit this place in the 1960's. Later, in the 1980's, during his visit Pope John-Paul II declared the Shrine of Virgin Mary as a pilgrimage place for Christians. Being informed about the early Christianity and Virgin Mary's life have the chance to make a wish on the Wishing Wall.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye
Next start exploring Ephesus which was once one of the majör powers of the ancient world.Take a journey to the past walking on the marble streets, visitng the upper Agora.Then continue to the Odeon theater.Head to Domitian Square and view the gorgeous columns at the Temple of Domitian. Pass by the Fountain of Pollio.See the Hercules Gate before moving to the temple and fountain of Trajan. Marvel the Temple of Hadrian. Stroll by the Roman baths, latrines, market place and the ancient brothel house.See the stunning remains of the 3rd largest library in the Roman world at the Library of Celsus.See The Great Theater and imagine how it might be like watching a play at ancient times. . After Ephesus have a look at the one of Seven Wonders of the Ancient world at the Temple of Artemis. Return to your hotel with unforgettable memories.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk Turkiye
Artemis, the Greek goddess, daoghter of Zeus & Leto and twin of Apollo was the goddess of wild animals, the hunt and child birth. She was widely worshipped in the Greek wolrd but her most famous cult site was the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The temple was destroyed on July 21 356 BC in an act of arson committed by Herostratus. According to the story that very same night, Alexander the Great was born. A noble Ephesian remarked that Artemis was too busy with Alexander's delivery to save her burning temple. Alexander later offered to pay for the Temple's rebuilding, but the Ephesians refused. Eventually, the temple was restored after Alexander's death in 323 BC. This reconstruction was itself destroyed during a raid by the Goths Then it was rebuilt but after thousands of years today not much left to see from the Artemision. Will pay a visit to imagine how magnificent the temple was once.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Selcuk, Selcuk, Izmir Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
After all the visits enjoy a local lunch in a restaurant in Selcuk. During the tour, you will have a chance to explore local handicrafts of the Turkish tradition.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Izmir, Izmir, Izmir Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
At the end of the day with unforgettable memories you'll be dropped back to the same location where you are picked up around 18.30 - 19.00 pm
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Pass By: Izmir, Izmir, Izmir Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
Step into the past and explore the historical sights in the ancient city of Ephesus and the Virgin Mary House on this day trip.
Be picked up from your centrally located hotel in Izmir around 07.45 am and take a one and a half hour drive to Ephesus.
Stop At: Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Sultaniye Mahallesi, Selcuk 35100 Turkiye
The first stop of the tour is the House of Virgin Mary where she might spent the last days of her life. Indeed, she may have come in the area with Saint John, who spent several years in the area to spread Christianity. Paul VI was the first pope to visit this place in the 1960's. Later, in the 1980's, during his visit Pope John-Paul II declared the Shrine of Virgin Mary as a pilgrimage place for Christians. Being informed about the early Christianity and Virgin Mary's life have the chance to make a wish on the Wishing Wall.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkiye
Next start exploring Ephesus which was once one of the majör powers of the ancient world.Take a journey to the past walking on the marble streets, visitng the upper Agora.Then continue to the Odeon theater.Head to Domitian Square and view the gorgeous columns at the Temple of Domitian. Pass by the Fountain of Pollio.See the Hercules Gate before moving to the temple and fountain of Trajan. Marvel the Temple of Hadrian. Stroll by the Roman baths, latrines, market place and the ancient brothel house.See the stunning remains of the 3rd largest library in the Roman world at the Library of Celsus.See The Great Theater and imagine how it might be like watching a play at ancient times. . After Ephesus have a look at the one of Seven Wonders of the Ancient world at the Temple of Artemis. Return to your hotel with unforgettable memories.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk Turkiye
Artemis, the Greek goddess, daoghter of Zeus & Leto and twin of Apollo was the goddess of wild animals, the hunt and child birth. She was widely worshipped in the Greek wolrd but her most famous cult site was the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The temple was destroyed on July 21 356 BC in an act of arson committed by Herostratus. According to the story that very same night, Alexander the Great was born. A noble Ephesian remarked that Artemis was too busy with Alexander's delivery to save her burning temple. Alexander later offered to pay for the Temple's rebuilding, but the Ephesians refused. Eventually, the temple was restored after Alexander's death in 323 BC. This reconstruction was itself destroyed during a raid by the Goths Then it was rebuilt but after thousands of years today not much left to see from the Artemision. Will pay a visit to imagine how magnificent the temple was once.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Selcuk, Selcuk, Izmir Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
After all the visits enjoy a local lunch in a restaurant in Selcuk. During the tour, you will have a chance to explore local handicrafts of the Turkish tradition.
Duration: 2 hours
Pass By: Izmir, Izmir, Izmir Province, Turkish Aegean Coast
At the end of the day with unforgettable memories you'll be dropped back to the same location where you are picked up around 18.30 - 19.00 pm
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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August 2023
Ozzy was so knowledgable about the history of Ephesus and friendly. Buffet for lunch was good and the fashion show was fun. Highly recommended this tour.
Ozzy was so knowledgable about the history of Ephesus and friendly. Buffet for lunch was good and the fashion show was fun. Highly recommended this tour.Danielnewman80
July 2023
It was a very enjoyable tour. Our tour guide, Mr. Gutsy is knowledgeable in history and religious text. His explanation are rational and unbiased. Tour is organised thoughtfully.
It was a very enjoyable tour. Our tour guide, Mr. Gutsy is knowledgeable in history and religious text. His explanation are rational and unbiased. Tour is organised thoughtfully.SultanMousa
July 2023
What do you get for your money? Transportation to and from Ephesus in a new and comfortable air-conditioned van that waits for you at every stop (this is a lifesaver on a hot summer day); entry ticket to the archaeological park (you'll see and hear about the Odeon, bouleuterion, Temple of Hadrian...
What do you get for your money? Transportation to and from Ephesus in a new and comfortable air-conditioned van that waits for you at every stop (this is a lifesaver on a hot summer day); entry ticket to the archaeological park (you'll see and hear about the Odeon, bouleuterion, Temple of Hadrian, Library of Celsus, Great Theater, and more); a buffet lunch (good quality traditional Turkish food); entry to the house of Mary; Temple of Artemis; and a very knowledgeable and considerate guide in Güray. That's a good deal in my book. You will also visit a leather clothing store (30 mins) and an olive oil/ Turkish delight shop (10 mins). That may not be what you care to see, but it helps the local economy. Türkiye is still suffering from an economic crisis, and your money and consideration make a big difference here. I did not mind the extra stops (and I did not buy anything). If you would mind, you can reserve a private tour, and pay double or triple the cost of this small group tour. In short, this is a solid tour of Ephesus. My day started at 7:30am and I was back at my hotel around 5pm.Kaitlyn P
March 2023
Our tour guide was incredible! I was completely blown away at how much information and knowledge he had and he made the whole experience so educational and enjoyable. From pick up to drop off every part of this your was seamless and easy! This is a MUST do when in Turkey.
Our tour guide was incredible! I was completely blown away at how much information and knowledge he had and he made the whole experience so educational and enjoyable. From pick up to drop off every part of this your was seamless and easy! This is a MUST do when in Turkey.festylady
October 2023
We had an amazing day visiting Ephesus and the house of the virgin Mary, Mert , our guide was amazing, he was very informative and fun , he answered all the questions we asked and was very knowledgeable about all the sites, Mert made the day one we will never forget , highly recommend this tour .
We had an amazing day visiting Ephesus and the house of the virgin Mary, Mert , our guide was amazing, he was very informative and fun , he answered all the questions we asked and was very knowledgeable about all the sites, Mert made the day one we will never forget , highly recommend this tour .clarasQ4139FI
October 2023
The tour was perfect. Enough time to see everything and Mert, our guide was the absolute BEST! He knew everything and explained It in a ver easy and fun way! Would recommend 100%! Thanks for the great experience :)
The tour was perfect. Enough time to see everything and Mert, our guide was the absolute BEST! He knew everything and explained It in a ver easy and fun way! Would recommend 100%! Thanks for the great experience :)