Discounted Ephesus & Istanbul Tour From Istanbul

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival Izmir / Ephesus
5 stops
1
Ancient City of Ephesus
You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul. You will be transferred to Istanbul Airport then fly to Izmir. Our guide will meet you on Izmir Airport. After that drive to Ephesus. 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.
3 hours • Admission ticket not included
2
The Temple of Artemis
Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was one the seven wonders of the world.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
3
Isa Bey 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.
45 minutes • Admission ticket not included
4
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
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.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
5
Istanbul
After the tour, you will be transfered to the Izmir Airport. Fly to Istanbul. When you arrive to Istanbul you will transfer to your hotel. Stay overnight in Istanbul.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Istanbul Old City Tour
5 stops
6
Hippodrome
Let’s start to explore Istanbul. First visit is Hippodrome. It was the center of sport activities of Constantinople. Famous with 4 monuments; The German Fountain of Wilhelm II, Egyptian Obelisk, Serpentine Column and Column of Constantine.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free
7
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Haghia Sophia, is the most famous museum in Turkey and one of the greatest marvels of architecture. Haghia Sophia was built as a church in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian then in 1453 renovated into a mosque by Ottoman Emperor Fatih Sultan Mehmet. It was converted into a museum in 1935 and welcoming both local and foreign visitors. (Closed on Monday)
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
8
Blue Mosque
Blue Mosque, as known as the Sultanahmet Mosque, this breath-taking building is one of the most majestic Ottoman Mosques in all of Turkey. Also it was built with unique 6 minarets. (Closed on Friday)
1 hour • Admission ticket free
9
TopkapI Palace
Topkapi Palace, which has been home to the Ottoman dynasty for many years, was used for educational administrative and as the art center of the state. Get knowledge about the imperial treasury sacred islamic relics, palace kitchens and weapons. (Closed on Tuesday)
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
10
Grand Bazaar
Grand Bazaar, is the biggest market and the most attractive shopping center of Istanbul which has lots of shopping opportunities with carpets, leather, jewellery, turkish delight, gold, antique tiles etc.. (Closed on Sunday)
2 hours • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• House of Virgin Mary entrance fee is 500 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
• Topkapi Palace entrance fee is 2000 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.

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