Best of Ephesus Tour by Khalid

Best of Ephesus Tour by Khalid

This is a full-day trip and takes you around the region visiting the sites of most historical interest. You will see the House of the Virgin Mary, where it is said that the Blessed Virgin lived until she died; the ancient city of Ephesus which is the most famous site in Turkey and the Basilica of St. John. The remains of St. John are thought to be entombed in the ruins of this 2nd-century church. You will then have a traditional Turkish lunch at Ephesus Theme Park and the opportunity to be the part of a culture show "A peasant's mute language". Unlike other tours, I emphasize the importance of local culture while touring. It's full of "been there done that" activities and I'm ready to reveal the region's hidden gems as a professional guide thanks to my 30 years of deep experience in the region.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), Selcuk 35100 Turkey

House of the Virgin Mary, one of the most important Christian sights in the world where Mary recently spent her time. In 1967, Pope Paul VI visited the shrine, and in 1979, he also visited the shrine. This holy place was visited by Pope Benedict XVI in 2006.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Ancient City of Ephesus, Selcuk 35920 Turkey

We're going to visit Ephesus Ancient City after Virgin Mary's House. The tour always starts our from the upper gate, walk down between Ephesus' magnificent buildings and see Odeon, Temples, Celcius Library; 25000 seater capacity Amphitheater is one of the world's largest amphitheatres. The immaculate Roman Baths; Fountains; Temples; Agora; Love House; Public Toilets; and the whole city itself.

Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: The Basilica of Saint John, Isa Bey Mahallesi, 2013. Sk. No:1, Selcuk 35920 Turkey

We visit Saint John Church after Ephesus, where Apostle John was buried.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Temple of Artemis, Ataturk, Park Ici Yolu No:12, Selcuk Turkey

We will visit Artemis Temple, which is one of the seven ancient wonders.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: City of Ephesus, Selçuk Efes, 35920 Selçuk/İzmir, Turkey

A Peasant's Mute Language Show: Be a witness of a thousand-year-old tradition with me! The one and only show in the region. Unlike the recent technological developments, the Ministry of Culture in Turkey supports the artisanal waving artwork in Selcuk region. Therefore, we would like to take you a journey of the silk from the cocoon to the patterns of a rug that shows the personal emotions of a weaver. See the cultural memory of Asia Minor into the carpets with a basilisk, with a phoenix, and painted with roots, leaves, fruits or flowers such as chamomile, linden, walnut and pomegranate. Do not miss this once in a lifetime experience.

Duration: 45 minutes