Explore the amazing history and ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus
Learn why Ephesus is sacred to Christians, and hear about the historic figures that passed through its streets
See the remarkable Celsus Library
Discover the splendid Pamukkale hot springs and stalactite formations
Visit the ruins of Hierapolis
Tour the superb Pergamum Acropolis
Overview
Travel by night bus from Istanbul to Kusadasi to visit the 2 ancient Greco-Roman cities of Ephesus and Pergamum. Visit the Trojan temples, the Temple of Artemis and more. Continue to Pamukkale to see the thermal springs and stalactite formations.
What to Expect
Famous as the site of the Temple of Artemis, one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World, and for housing one of the 7 churches named in the Book of Revelations, Ephesus is an historic and sacred destination waiting to be explored.
On this 3-day tour with 4-star accommodation, you will visit the extraordinary site, and continue to the ancient Greek city of Pergamum, regarded as one of the best preserved classical cities in the Mediterranean.
Continue to the thermal springs of Pamukkale to gaze at an extraordinary landscape of stalactite formations, and to visit the thermal pools and ruins of the ancient city of Hierapolis.
Day 1
Arrive on the night bus from Istanbul at Kuşadası, birthplace of Homer, departure point for the ruins of Ephesus, and location for your 4-star accommodation. One of the 12 cities of the Ionian League during the classical Greek period, Ephesus was also home to one of the “7 Churches of Anatolia (Asia)” cited in the Book of Revelation.
Visit the Greco-Roman city and stroll down Marble Street, past the Odeon, the Bouleterion, and the Temple of Hadrian and Serapis. See the Agora and the superb Library of Celsus. Pause at the Great Theatre, the Double Church, the Gate of Magnesia and the magnificent Arcadian Way.
Continue to the last abode of the Virgin Mary at Mount Solmissos, and stop for lunch at the picturesque village of Selçuk. Continue after lunch to İsabey Mosque, one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from the Anatolian Beyliks.
Visit the Ephesus Archaeological Museum and the famous Temple of Artemis, one of the “7 Wonders of the Ancient World.”
Return to Kuşadası for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 2
Drive to the ancient Greek city of Pergamum, historic capital of the Kingdom of Pergamum. Visit the Aesculapium, the ancient medical center that was built in the name of Aesculapis, “God of Medicine.“ Discover the different healing methods used, such as blood transfusion, meditation, music therapy, and therapy using the sound of water.
After lunch, continue to the splendid Pergamum Acropolis and the Athena and Trojan Temples, the Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Dionysos, the Gymnasium of Youth, the Odeon, the Library, the Agora, the Great Theatre and the Roman Bath.
Return to Kuşadası for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 3
Drive to Pamukkale (Cotton Castle) to visit the spectacular natural springs and stalactite formations near Denizli. Unique in the world, the hot spring waters have carved fantastic stalactite formations in the rocks over many centuries.
Used since Roman times for their therapeutic powers, the thermal waters are situated on a glorious plateau, where you will visit the thermal center with its motels, thermal pools, and ruins of the ancient city of Hierapolis.
Discover the monuments of Hierapolis, including the ancient thermal baths that have now been restored and converted into a fascinating archaeological museum.
Return to Kuşadası and transfer to your night bus back to İstanbul.
What's Included
Round-trip bus tickets from Istanbul
Hotel pick-up from central Istanbul hotels
Professional English speaking guide
Entrance fees
Lunch
Half-board accommodation at a 4-star hotel
VAT
What's Not Included
Drinks
Hotel drop-off in Istanbul at the end of the tour
What to Remember
• Advance reservation required of at least 3 days
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