Ephesus-Virgin Mary's House
Experience the historical sites of Ephesus.
Ephesus,which was established as a port, was used to be the most important commercial centre. It played a great role in the ancient times with its strategic location. Ephesus is located on a very fertile valley.
Once, the trade center of the ancient world, a religious center of the early Christianity and today, Ephesus is an important tourism centre.
Step back in time to the ancient city Ephesus, where myth and legend meet! Walk down on the marble streets, follow the footsteps of Cleopatra, see the temples, statues, library,great theater, gymnasium, Roman baths, agoras and more… You will also visit the ruins of The Temple of Artemis, known as one of the wonders of the world, additional to visit the holy place the House of Virgin Mary.
Tour Program
06:30 Pick-up from your Hotel
07:00 Depart from Marmaris and bus journey to Mugla for about 1 hour
08:00 Breakfast for 30 minutes
08:30 Depart to Ephesus for 2,5 hours on the way tea break in Aydın
11:30 We arrive to Virgin Mary’s House, where she spent her last days. 40 minutes free time with tour guide.
12:30 we have open buffet lunch in our restaurant.
13:30 We arrive to Ancient City Ephesus. 2 hours inside with our guide. We will start our tour by visiting the remains of the Artemis Temple, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Afterwards,it proceeds to the spectacular main site of Ephesus, the most complete ancient city excavated. Celcius Library, Agora,Theather,Odeon,Trajan Fountain,Domitianus Temple and Roman Latrines are some of the Highlights survived among the ruins.
15:45 Depart from Ephesus to Marmaris
20:00 You arrive back to Marmaris and dropped back to your Hotel
Departure:06:30 Return:20:00
Tour Dates: Thursday,Sunday
Guidance: English,German,Russian,Dutch and Polish available