Small Group Ephesus & Sirince Village Tour From Kusadasi / Selcuk Hotels
Highlights
Ephesus, Izmir
Group Tour
8 Hours
EASY
English
Description
This is a full-day tour that typically includes a visit to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world, and the charming village of Sirince, known for its traditional architecture and local wine production.
Drive to the ancient city of Ephesus.Here, you will have a chance to explore the well-preserved ruins of this ancient city, including the Library of Celsus, the Odeon, the Great Theatre, and the Temple of Hadrian.
Afterward, you will visit the nearby Terrace Houses, which are beautifully restored mansions that belonged to the wealthy citizens of Ephesus.
In the afternoon, the tour continues with a visit to the picturesque village of Sirince, where you can stroll through its narrow streets, sample local wines.
At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off back at your hotel in Kusadasi or Selcuk.
Stores to visit:
Carpet Weaving Village
Leather Factory
Itinerary
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Ephesus Ancient City
Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC.Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world.Ephesus was also a harbour city.And, this giant city was built only with marbel.Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street and Harbour Street.
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Sirince Village
Sirince Village, this pretty old Greek orthodox village, 12 kms away from Ephesus, was once Cirkince (Ugly).Indeed its habitants gave this name of purpose as they did not want to be bothered by foreigners nor to share the beauty of their village.Still after years, visitors understood that the village was not ugly at all and called it Sirince (Pretty).As the village is located on the top of mountain, anyone will enjoy the impressive wineyards and peach trees views on his way.
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Temple of Artemis
Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis.It was located in Ephesus and it was one of the seven wonders of the world.
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The House of Virgin Mary
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.
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The Isabey Mosque
The Isabey Mosque, constructed in 1374 – 1375, is one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from the Anatolian Beyliks.The mosque is stuated in outskirts of the Ayasuluk Hills at Selcuk – Ephesus.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.