Tour Code: TRE- IZM05

Tour the Ephesus Museum and view its collection of Hellenistic and Roman statues, carved reliefs and artifacts. Travel to a mountain village of Sirince and hone your bargaining skills at its small market

Tour Itinerary

Sirince Village  The village is famous for its local grape and other fruit wines, and features a charming church dedicated to St John. Lunch will be arranged in a local home to taste and understand the real culture of the village this small mountain village boasts a single market lane. Browse among the tented stalls; bargain for a souvenir or local handicraft, and take in the colorful sights and sounds.

Ancient Ephesus: Enter through the Magnesia Gate and begin a slow, downhill walk with your guide into the ruins of this Roman provincial capital. Your route takes you past the Odeon, the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Great Theater. The theater had seating for 25,000, which was the site where St. Paul preached to the Ephesians, and is used today for a local spring festival.

REFRESHMENTSStop briefly for refreshments during your visit to Sirince.

SHOPPING
Your guide escorts you to a store around Selcuk your rendezvous point after experiencing the marketplace. Take in a carpet-weaving demonstration or explore the Bazaar, where the shops are organized by the wares they sell. The narrow alleys are filled with shops offering jewelry, carpets, leather ware, copper goods and more. Bargaining is expected - and half the fun.

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES
Pick up from/to hotel or Port. Professional English speaking tour guide, entrance fees air-conditioned non-smoking vehicles. Lunch (only on full day tours).

TOUR PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDES
Personal expenses, Beverages, tip to driver and guide

SPECIAL NOTES
Guests must be able to walk approximately 2 mile over uneven and cobblestone surfaces, inclines and 10 - 30 steps. Comfortable shoes, a hat and plenty of sunscreen are recommended. The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion. Guests should watch their step at all times in order to avoid injuries Bring sunscreen and a hat, as shade is limited. Expect dense crowding and congestion at the sites.
 
DURATION:  Approximately 6 hours