Ephesus and Ephesus Museum for Archaeology Lovers From Kusadasi with Private Guide and Van
Kusadasi, Turkey
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Ephesus and Ephesus Museum for Archaeology Lovers From Kusadasi with Private Guide and Van
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4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview
Ephesus is one of Turkey’s most visited ancient sites, but most visitors don’t explore beyond its star attractions. This private half-day tour from Kusadasi is designed for archeology lovers, including a tour of key ruins such as the Odeon, Celsus Library and Great Theatre, plus a visit to the Ephesus Archeology Museum to discover the lesser-known excavations and learn more about the site’s historic significance.
- Private tour of Ephesus and Ephesus Archeology Museum from Kusadasi
- Explore the UNESCO-listed ruins of Ephesus including the Odeon and the Celsus Library
- Learn more about ancient Ephesus at the Ephesus Archeology Museum
- Great-value tour includes hotel pick-up and round-trip transport
- This private tour can be customized to your interests and ensures you’ll receive personalized attention from your guide
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Your tour begins with pick-up from your Kusadasi hotel or cruise port by private vehicle. Relax on the short drive to Ephesus, and listen as your guide fills you in on the history of the ancient city, which was once the Roman capital of Asia Minor and at its peak between 1 AD and 2 AD.
On arrival, follow your guide around the UNESCO-listed ruins, pausing to admire archeological wonders such as the Temple Of Hadrian, the magnificent Celsus Library, and the Great Theatre, which seats up to 24,000 people. Learn more about life in ancient Roman times as you peek into the Public Latrines and Roman Baths, stroll around the Agora, and walk down the grand Arcadian Way.
After pouring over the remarkable ruins, continue to the Ephesus Archeology Museum in nearby Selçuk, where exhibits include a huge collection of artefacts excavated from Ephesus, including a statue of Artemis found within the Temple of Artemis.
After a morning uncovering Turkey’s ancient past, return to Kusadasi, where your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel or cruise port.
On arrival, follow your guide around the UNESCO-listed ruins, pausing to admire archeological wonders such as the Temple Of Hadrian, the magnificent Celsus Library, and the Great Theatre, which seats up to 24,000 people. Learn more about life in ancient Roman times as you peek into the Public Latrines and Roman Baths, stroll around the Agora, and walk down the grand Arcadian Way.
After pouring over the remarkable ruins, continue to the Ephesus Archeology Museum in nearby Selçuk, where exhibits include a huge collection of artefacts excavated from Ephesus, including a statue of Artemis found within the Temple of Artemis.
After a morning uncovering Turkey’s ancient past, return to Kusadasi, where your tour ends with drop-off at your hotel or cruise port.
Itinerary
After a scenic short drive, arrive in Ephesus was the Roman capital of Asia Minor, and home to over a quarter of a million people—from slave traders to saints—at its peak between 1 AD and 2 AD. 150 years of excavations at Ephesus have revealed the most complete Greco-Roman classical city on Earth. Then Ephesus Archaeology Museum is a great opportunity to see artifacts and finds mainly uncovered from excavations of ancient Ephesus and its environs. You will have opportunity to see educational presentation for famous Turkish Carpets, being the oldest and richest traditional art of Turkish Culture.
Ephesus and the above mentioned sites were added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 2015.
Highlights: Ephesus, Archaeology Museum, old and living residential quarter of Selçuk town, local flavors at lunch and traditional arts presentations are all in a beautiful natural environment.
Duration: 2 hours
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