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Shore Excursions Izmir
offered by supplier M17846 (view this supplier profile)
Key Information:
Tour Duration: 1
day(s)
Group Size: 2
- 22
people
Destination(s):
Turkey
Specialty Categories:
Archeology/History
Biblical Tours
Season: January - December
Airfare Included: No
Tour Customizable: Yes
Minimum Per Person Price: 42 Euro (EUR)
Maximum Per Person Price: 99 Euro (EUR)
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Enjoy a day of religious significance visiting St. John’s Basilica, House of the Virgin Mary and the Ephesus. After meeting up your Guide at the port of Izmir, Drive southward to Selcuk Town. Pass the cotton fields, vineyards, and pine woods ,while driving along the blue Aegean shores. House of the 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. Ephesus - 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 Theater, 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. Basilica of St. John - Built by the Emperor Justinian over the tomb of St. John the Apostle, the Basilica, now in ruins, once rivaled St. Sophia in size. See the remaining graceful columns and mosaics of the Basilica as you take in the panorama of the rural Selcuk countryside and the ruins of the Temple of Artemis.
Note: This excursion involves walking over relatively uneven surfaces and cobblestones and can be slippery when wet. Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, water and a hat are recommended. The tour will last 6 hours.
Member discount:
10% discount for InfoHub customer. Request a free gift certificate.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Prices Includes:
- Expert Tour Guide
- Luxury Transportation
- Entrance fees
- Taxes
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Archeology/History
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