1 Day
Ephesus & Sirince
Meet at Kusadasi Harbor and continue to Ephesus Ancient City – Enter through the Magnesia Gate and begin a slow, downhill walk with your guide into the ruins of this Roman provincial capital. Your route takes you past the Odeon, the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Great Theater. The theater had seating for 24,000, which was the site where it is believed St. Paul preached to the Ephesians and is used today for a local spring festival.
House of Virgin Mary – The Vatican has recognized this small house in the Solmissos Mountains as the final resting place of the Virgin Mary. A small shrine dedicated to St. Mary was found when the ruins of the house were first discovered.
Sirince – Stroll down the tree – lined streets of this traditional hillside village. Browse among the tented stalls and shops. Sample the local wine and stop for a cup of Turkish coffee. Sirince is surrounded by groves and orchards. Stroll through the streets of this hillside village with its white houses and red – tiled roofs. Visit a village home to have an opportunity to see authentic Turkish village house. On your return to Kusadasi, you have the opportunity of remaining in town to view a carpet – weaving demonstration or to shop on your own in the bazaars.
*** Please remember:
– Comfortable walking shoes and clothing, a hat, sunscreen are recommended.
How we meeting? Our Shore Excursion Team or Professional and experienced English speaking licensed guides will meet you at the port with the sign written your Name and Surname.
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Explore the ancient wonders of Ephesus, including the Celsus Library and Great Theater, on our Izmir Port excursion. Visit the Basilica of St. John and enjoy panoramic views of Selcuk\'s countryside. Immerse yourself in history and culture. Keywords: Izmir Port excursion, Ephesus, Celsus Library, Great Theater, Basilica of St. John, Selcuk, history, culture.
In the morning, our tour guide will pick you up from your meeting point. And we will go to Ephesus. Ephesus was the second largest city in the Roman Empire with a population of over 250,000 in 1 BC. It was the second largest city in the world after Rome.Ephesus was also a port city.
The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. She was supposed to arrive at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there in the years 37-45 CE until her Assumption or Dormition.
Embark on a captivating Ephesus tour from Kusadasi Port and delve into the grandeur of the Roman Empire\'s second-largest city. Discover remarkable historical landmarks, including the House of Virgin Mary and the Ephesus Museum. Uncover the rich history of this ancient marvel.