Top Turkish Riviera Cultural Tours - page 3

Journey back to ancient Rome with a full-day tour of UNESCO-listed Ephesus from Marmaris, including lunch, hotel transfers and entrance fees. Stand in awe beneath the grand Library of Celsus; see the Great Theatre, where St Paul once preached; and learn about life in the ancient city as you explore the bathhouse, agora and temples. This tour also includes a visit to either the sacred House of the Virgin Mary or the fascinating Ephesus Museum.

Travel directly from Izmir to Ephesus on this private tour. This tour takes you right from the meeting point in central Izmir out to the ancient city of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site where your guide explains all of the history and architecture. You stop by many important sites, like Saint John Kilisesi, Meryemana, and more.

Experience one of Turkey’s most photographed natural wonders and visit the ancient Greek city of Hierapolis—both UNESCO World Heritage Sites—on this full-day tour from Bodrum. It’s a long drive from Bodrum, but with an early morning departure and included meals, this tour ensures plenty of time to explore and enjoy a soak in the natural hot springs.

Embark on an exclusive full-day journey to the sacred city of Ephesus on this private biblical tour. Delve into the religious significance of this ancient site as you visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed by many to be her final abode, and the Basilica of St. John where the apostle himself is buried. Explore the impressive Library of Celsus, Great Theater, and Temple of Artemis. Customize your tour to your own pace and preferences.

With this private full-day tour to Pamukkale, you'll have the time to visit this unique thermal city from Kusadasi. You'll be picked up from your hotel and driven to one of Turkey's most intriguing places. Discover the ancient city of Hierapolis and marvel at the stunning travertine terraces known as the "cotton castle", with a guide who can explain the history and beliefs of the healing powers of the thermal pools. You can also indulge in a delicious local lunch.

Maximize your time during your cruise ship stop with this private tour of Ephesus. Depart from your cruise ship in the Kusadasi Port in a private vehicle and make your way to Ephesus. Skip the long lines and explore at your own pace in the company of your guide. Enjoy a midday lunch of local food.

Avoid overpriced cruise excursions and the stress of coordinating transport, tickets, and timing with a private, fully organized day from Kuşadası. Explore the ancient city of Ephesus with ease before unwinding in a traditional Turkish bath and enjoying a flexible, inclusive lunch. With everything handled for you, the experience balances history, relaxation, and local culture without logistical friction.

Embark on a delectable journey through the historic city of Ephesus on an exclusive half-day Ephesus food-walk tour in Kusadasi. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this private tour is curated to make your experience unforgettable. A local tour guide will take you to all the must-see spots and accommodate your personal requests. Relax in the comfort of your private vehicle with hotel or port pick-up and drop-off included.

Experience a magical day in Turkey during a private tour to Ephesus and Sirince with an included shopping stop. A friendly private guide will meet you at your hotel and spend the day personally showing you some of the oldest sites in Turkey. Tour the ancient Greco-Roman city of Ephesus, see three world religions come together at the Temple of Artemision and visit the former home of the Virgin Mary. In the city of Selcuk you’ll have the opportunity to shop for local handicrafts including rugs, ceramics and leather. Finally, wander through the traditional village of Sirince before returning to your hotel with your guide.

Visit the white travertine pools of Pamukkale and ancient Hierapolis on this small-group tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk. Included are hotel pickup and drop-off, a guide, lunch, and entrance to key sites. Walk on the travertines, explore the amphitheater and Roman baths, and stop at the archaeological museum. Entrance fees for Pamukkale are not included.

If you like history, this tour is rich for you. Close to Antalya, a Roman city, and the best antique theatre. Shopping is possibly on the way.

First we will visit Ephesus, the second largest city in the ancient world. The ancient city of Ephesus has been the most important city in this region for 3 thousand years. Then we will visit the Temple of Artemis, which took a more important role in the development of the city. On the way back, we will have a panoramic Selçuk city tour and then we will have our lunch (excluding drinks) at the Turkish carpet production center. We will learn the intricacies of carpet art at the Turkish carpet production center and return to where we started.

Learn all about the ancient history of Ephesus with this small group tour (max 15) from your hotel in Kusadasi/ Selcuk. You’ll be picked up, and then taken on a tour lasting six to seven hours. You’ll have an included lunch along the way, in between sightseeing. Attractions you visit will include the Ancient City of Ephesus, Meryemanan, The Temple of Artemis, Isa Bey Mosque, and more. Afterwards you will be returned to your hotel.

During this full-day, art historian-led guided tour, you'll visit the ancient spa town of Hierapolis and the famed white travertine terraces of Pamukkale, nicknamed Cotton Castle. Tours incluse an exclusive soak in the hot springs known as Cleopatra's Pools, admission tickets to the UNESCO-listed archaeological site, and a tasty Turkish lunch.

The coastal town of Side is renowned for its impressive Roman and Byzantine ruins, most notably the seafront Temple of Apollo, set against a backdrop of the Meditteranean Sea. With this tour, combine a visit to Side with a tour of the ancient Roman amphitheater of Aspendos, one of the most impressively preserved in all of Turkey, and the Duden Waterfalls.

Experience Ephesus with ease on this small-group private skip-the-line tour. Depart from your local hotel or cruise ship port in an air-conditioned vehicle and head directly to Ephesus. In the company of your guide, skip the long lines and learn about the history of the site. Visit the Grande Theatre, the Temple of Hadrian, the preserved Terrace House, the House of the Virgin Mary, and more.

Reward yourself with a full-day journey through history on this Pergamon and Asclepion tour from Kusadasi and Selcuk hotels. Get picked up in the morning and whisked away to explore two of Turkey's most magnificent ancient sites. First, behold impressive landmarks at Pergamon such as the Altar of Zeus, Theatre, Library, Temple of Athena, and Gymnasium; then take an awe-inspiring walk around Asclpeon—home to Roman baths dedicated to the god of medicine.

Save big compared to the cost of booking a private shore excursion through your cruise company with this affordable Kusadasi adventure, including a licensed guide, a local lunch, and 2-way private transfers from the port. Pass by the 16th-century Kusadasi Caravanserai; shop souvenirs at Kusadasi Shopping Center; see the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; and explore ancient Ephesus (entrance at own expense), including the Library of Celsus and the amphitheater.

Explore some of the top must-see sights in western Turkey on a convenient two-day tour. Spend the first day at Ephesus, an ancient city, as well as other sites of historical and archaeological interest around the town of Selcuk. On day two, travel to the natural wonder of Pamukkale and the ancient town of Hierapolis. This is an easy way to fit these two unmissable areas into two days.

Travel back in time to the days of ancient Greece on a small-group day tour from Kusadasi and Selcuk. You’ll visit three Ionian archeological sites with your guide: Priene, Miletus, and Didyma. With fewer tourists present and through detailed commentary, you can enjoy a truly immersive experience. With lunch, transportation, and admission fees all included, you won’t waste a second stressing over logistics.

Visit the ancient grounds of the Ephesus Ruins with a professional local guide on this tour. Learn in-depth knowledge from a guide in the company of a small group (This option usually has 8 to 10 guests. Even if your group has 10+ people, you can still book.) for a customized experience. Be guided through the Ruins, the Temple of Artemis, and Virgin Mary House, led by someone with historic expertise. There's plenty of opportunities to take photos to remember your day and share it with loved ones back home.

Ephesus is a must when visiting Kusadasi. Enjoy a personalized experience that’s tailored to your ship’s schedule when you book this private shore excursion with a licensed guide. You’ll visit the House of the Virgin Mary, the Ephesus archaeological site (including the Ephesus Terrace Houses), and the Temple of Artemis. Entrance fees are at your own expense, but your Ephesus tickets are prearranged on a skip-the-line basis.

Whether you’re staying in Kusadasi or just stopped in port, enjoy the area your way, your style when you book this custom tour. Your licensed guide collects you from your hotel or the port and tailor-makes your day. Pick between ancient wonders, such as Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, Meryemana (the Virgin Mary’s House), and St. John’s Basilica, discover crafts such as carpet-weaving and leatherworking, or visit beautiful Sirince.

Venture back in time and experience Christian history during a guided sightseeing tour of Ephesus from Kusadesi. Travel to the Mediterranean’s ancient city and discover one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - the Temple of Artemis. Admire the immensity of the Library of Celsus and the Great Theater. You will have a traditional Turkish lunch and then be inspired by the House of the Virgin Mary, where Mary eternally rests.