• Bergama - The goddess of love and beauty, a city dedicated to Aphrodite, had over 200,000 visitors last year, and signs show that it is about to increase. It is one of the few settlements that have survived invasions and devastation throughout the ages but reoccupy itself on the merits of its strategic location and was included in 2014 on UNESCO’s UNESCO World Heritage List. Pergamon prehistory goes back to the second millennium BC, as confirmation of the findings from the excavations held. The town survived Alexander the Great’s Persian domination and conquest. The brilliant phase of its history lasted nearly one hundred fifty years when, in the third and second centuries BC, it was the capital for the Kingdom of Pergamon. One of the world’s largest libraries was constructed here, and the city was converted into a centre of healing. The arts were also flourishing and the city became especially famous for its splendid sculptures. Pergamon kept its importance during the Roman era.

• Private transportation
• Carbonated beverages
• On-board WiFi
• Bottled water
• Lunch
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• Surcharges on fuel
• Parking fees

• Gratuities

This excursion takes you to the ancient Greek city of Pergamon in Bergama. Known as a cultural hub, it was briefly the capital of Roman Asia. In the Upper Acropolis, you will find the Library of Pergamon, one of the largest libraries of the ancient world, the steepest theatre, the Temple of Dionysus, the Upper Agora, and Roman Baths. In the Lower Acropolis, you will explore Gymnasiums, the Temple of Demeter, the House of Attalus, and the Lower Agora. After enjoying a lunch featuring Turkish specialties, the tour continues to the Archaeological Museum of Bergama and the Asclepion, or the Sanctuary of Asclepius, which was the first psychological health center dedicated to the God of Health, Asclepius. The excursion concludes with a return to Izmir.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.