DAY 1: ISTANBUL • IZMIR > PERGAMUM

Pergamon Ancient City - A one-hour drive will lead you to the historic city of Pergamum. Experience a journey through time as you explore the Acropolis and the Asklepion, which have served as both inspiration and a model for contemporary healthcare facilities. During your tour, you have the option to enjoy lunch at a local eatery. Spend the night in Izmir, celebrated as one of Turkey’s most beautiful cities, known for its distinctive charm.

DAY 2: IZMIR > EPHESUS • ISTANBUL

Ephesus Museum - Following breakfast, a one-hour drive will bring you to the ancient city of Ephesus. Once again, embark on a journey through history. This tour of the Roman capital of Asia Minor features the Odeon, Marble Street, Hadrian Temple, Celcius Library, and the Great Theatre.
Admission fee: 200 TRY per person

The Odeion - Constructed in 150 BC by Publis Vedius Antonius, a wealthy Ephesian, the Odeion is a theater-shaped structure. The hall accommodated 1400 people. Given the prytaneion and the state agora in front of it, it likely served as both a city council venue and a theater for performances. It is evident that the orchestra was covered due to the absence of grooves for rainwater drainage.

Temple of Hadrian - This monument, resembling a temple and known as the Temple of Hadrian, is situated in front of the Scholastica Baths, facing Curetes Street. Discovered in 1956 and reconstructed over the next two years, it was widely believed to be the Temple of Emperor Hadrian, a “neocorate temple” for the official worship of the Roman emperor. Permission to construct such a temple in Ephesus was granted by Hadrian between 130 and 132 CE, and archaeologists were keen to identify the building on Curetes Street as such.

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - This revered Christian and Muslim shrine is located near Ephesus. It is widely believed that the Virgin Mary was brought to this stone house by Saint John and resided there.
Admission fee: 30 TRY per person

• Convenient transportation including pick-up and drop-off at your address
• Included domestic flight tickets
• Expert multilingual tour guide
• Comfortable accommodation
• Hassle-free airport transfers

• Personal expenses
• Admission fees totally approx. $40
• Lunch
• Drinks and all personal expenses

Our bespoke private travel packages offer a condensed yet enriching Aegean journey. Key Roman provinces such as Ephesus and Pergamum housed arguably the most esteemed infrastructural marvels, important monuments, and revered temples during the era of the Roman Empire. These include Ephesus’ Temple of Artemis and the Library of Celsus, while Pergamum lays claim to the Asclepion and the Great Altar of Zeus. Additionally, Pergamum held religious significance in the Book of Revelation as one of the Seven Churches’ locales. Both Ephesus and Pergamum are nestled amidst gorgeous natural surroundings, embraced by awe-inspiring landscapes and captivating seascapes. The Aegean Sea, which skirts these territories, boasts of its pristine, crystalline waters and scenic beaches. Touring Ephesus and Pergamum shapes a distinct occasion for visitors to delve into the profound history, culture, and natural allure of the Roman Empire, alongside gaining an authentic exposure to the traditions and welcoming nature of contemporary Turkey.

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