Explore the historic treasures of Kuşadası with a local guide as you visit the iconic Pigeon Island Fortress and the ancient ruins of Ephesus, home to the Temple of Artemis. Savor a delicious traditional lunch in Selçuk, then immerse yourself in Turkish culture at a local carpet weaving school. For those looking to unwind, an optional Turkish bath treatment is available to relax after a day of exploration.
- Guided tour of Pigeon Island Fortress and Ephesus ruins
- Enjoy a traditional lunch in Selçuk, featuring local cuisine
- Visit a carpet weaving school to learn about Turkish handicrafts
- Optional Turkish bath experience to rejuvenate after the tour
-this tour is only for cruise travelers
Meeting cruise port of Kusadasi Turkey Please leave early when the ship docked, you will have more time on the tour. Your tour guide and your driver and your car will be waiting for you at the point where the passengers leave the ship with your name in her hand.
The ancient city of ephesus is one of the greatest archeological sites in the Eastern Mediterranean. During its visiting in the first century BC, it was the second-largest city in the world, with only Rome commanding more power. Many reconstructed structures and ruins
Güvercin Ada Fortress, also known as Pigeon Island, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Kuşadası, Turkey. The fortress is a symbol of Kuşadası and offers visitors a blend of history, natural beauty, and stunning panoramic views. In the 13. Century the Genoese founded Pigeon Island and it was rebuilt by Ottoman admiral Hayrettin Barbarossa (The Red beard) in 1533 You can walk around the castle grounds and visit the island’s museum.
Then We will visit Temple of Artemis which is one of the seven wonders in the ancient time The Temple of Artemis (Artemision) Tours It was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the marble Temple of Artemis (Artemision or Artemisium at Ephesus once spanned more than 63,000 square feet (around 5,850 square meters. Today all that remains of 127 original columns plus countless frescoes and statues is a teetering pillar and some foundation fragments
Afterwards We will eat traditional local food in Selçuk and We visit local carpet weaving school Lunch traditional turkish food and In our tours, we visit a Turkish handicrafts cooperative in order to show you our handicrafts and culture as well as the historical and natural beauties of our country. This is a enjoyable, informative and interesting experience for our guests. We highly recommend you this experience. There is no obligation to buy anything. Trust us and enjoy this beautiful experience.
TURKİSH BATH Optional The main purpose of a Turkish Bath is to cleanse and revitalize both the body and the mind. It involves a series of steps that follow a specific ritual. Firstly, you’ll start by sweating out toxins in the steam room, allowing the pores of your skin to open up and release impurities. Afterwards, you’ll proceed to the hot marble slab at the center of the bath, where a skilled masseuse will scrub your body with a special exfoliating glove called a “kese.” This scrubbing helps to remove dead skin cells, leaving your skin feeling incredibly smooth and refreshed. Next, you’ll receive a relaxing soap massage using olive oil soap, which produces a silky lathernourishes your skin. The masseuse will use long, soothing strokes to massage your body, promoting relaxation and increasing blood circulation. The entire process of a Turkish Bath is not only beneficial for your physical well-being but also for your mental and emotional state
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