Fatih Trip Overview
A visit to Ephesus – once the commercial centre of the ancient world – is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Artemis was the virgin goddess of nature, and protectress of women in childbirth. The enormous Temple of Artemis, once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. In 263 AD., the temple was sacked and destroyed during the invasion of the Goths. The tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths, as well as the Library of Celsus.
Additional Info
Duration: 4 days
Starts: Fatih, Turkey
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Fatih, İstanbul, Turkey
A visit to Ephesus – once the commercial centre of the ancient world – is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Artemis was the virgin goddess of nature, and protectress of women in childbirth. The enormous Temple of Artemis, once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. In 263 AD., the temple was sacked and destroyed during the invasion of the Goths. The tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths, as well as the Library of Celsus.
Itinerary
Day 1: Depart Istanbul
Stop At: Istanbul, Istanbul
DAY 01 :PLEASE BE READY AT MY OFFICE AT 18:00PM IN OLD TOWN OF SULTANAHMED AS ADRESS SHOWN BELOVE TO TAKE FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE TO ISTANBUL BUS STATION
ADRESS:
YUME TRAVEL
Küçük Ayasofya Cad.,
Sultanahmet/Istanbul Street number:57 Just near of taxi station on Kücük Ayasofya Cad
BUS DEPARTURE TIME AT 21:00PM FROM ISTANBUL BUS STATION
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Overnight bus
Day 2: Ephesus Tour
Stop At: Ephesus Museum, Selcuk Turkey
7:30 Arrive Kusadasi. Met on arrival & transfer to hotel.
You will have some time to relax and fresh up.
Ephesus Tour at 09:30am
A visit to Ephesus – once the commercial centre of the ancient world – is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city, whose wealth and patronage supported its splendid architectural program, was dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Artemis was the virgin goddess of nature, and protectress of women in childbirth. The enormous Temple of Artemis, once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and rebuilt several times, dates in its latest form from the third century B.C. In 263 AD., the temple was sacked and destroyed during the invasion of the Goths. The tour of the ruins also includes a theatre, gymnasium, agora and baths, as well as the Library of Celsus.
The Temple of Artemis, which once was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. Then you will visit the world famous ancient Greco-Roman City of Ephesus, the most well preserved example in the world. After visiting this impressive site, you will have a lunch break. After lunch, you will visit The House of Virgin Mary, where it is believed she spent her last days. This is a holy place for both Christians and Muslims.
After the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel at around17:00.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: After the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel & Overnight in Kusadasi.
Day 3: Pamukkale Tour
Stop At: Pamukkale Thermal Pools, Pamukkale Turkey
08:30 You will be picked up from your hotel for Full day tour of Pamukkale. In Pamukkale, you will see the Cotton Cliffs, one of the natural wonders of the world formed by deposits of calcareous salts. Also visit the ancient ruins of the City of Hierapolis with its basilica , theatre and Roman Baths.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
• Lunch
Accommodation included: After the tour, you will be transferred to Bus Station. Overnight bus to Istanbul.
Day 4: Arrival Istanbul
Stop At: Istanbul, Istanbul
MORNING ARRIVE TO ISTANBUL BUS STATION YOU WILL TAKE FREE SHUTTLE SERVICE OR METRO OR TAXI BY YOUR OWN TO GO OLD TOWN OF SULTANAHMED END OF OUR SERVICE
PLEASE NOTE THAT NO TRANSFER ARRANGEMENT BY YUKI TOUR
Duration: 8 hours
No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.
