Izmir city is situated at the east end of Izmir Bay. Izmir is Turkey's third largest port and has the best natural harbor. Izmir Adnan Menderes International Airport is 27 km. from the port. Traffic at the harbor is not congested; the ships transit the channel each day. Plenty ships can load/unload simultaneously, but Izmir is primarily a discharge port for tankers. The port is divided into several sections: outer harbor, middle harbor, inner harbor, and an explosives anchorage. The inner harbor has two primary port facilities: the old port which is sheltered by a breakwater and Alsancak.
There is a terminal serving the passenger traffic.
For cruise passengers arriving to Izmir port we offer daily excursions, one of the most worth visiting places is Ephesus city located approx 1 hour drive from Izmir port.
Ephesus was an ancient Greek city; its ruins are located near the Selcuk Town. Ephesus was one of the 12 Ionian Cities having been involved in the Persian and Peloponnesian wars. After it was taken by Alexander the Great in 334 BC, it prospered throughout the Hellenistic period. Later the city passed to Rome in 133 BC and became the capital of the Roman province of Asia. It was an early place of Christianity expandation, visited by St. Paul, where he preached; close to Ephesus the House of Virgin Mary is located where she has spent her last days before she died.

Ephesus Half Day Tour From Izmir Port

TOUR DETAILS:
Duration: approx. 5 hours.
Available: All Year around.
Departure from: Izmir Airport/Izmir port /Izmir Hotels.
Places to visit: Artemission Temple, Ephesus ancient city
Guide: English speaking guide (tours in other languages are availbale)
Includes: Professional licensed tour guide, all entrance fees, private air-conditioned transportation and VAT.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee. No extra hidden charges.

Tour program:
You will be picked up by your tour guide at the exit of the Izmir port held the board written your name on it. First you will drive to Ephesus, the way takes about 1 hour and 15 min. You will visit the ruins of the Ephesus city including Odeon, Temple of Hadrian, Grand Theatre, Roman Baths, Celcius Library etc. After leaving the city you will visit the Temple of Artemis, being one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. After the tour is over, optionally we offer some shopping opportunities.
At the end of the tour you will be returned to the Port of Izmir.

The price includes: transportation from port of Izmir and back with the private air conditioned vehicle, Professional English speaking guide, entrance fees to the sights, lunch (optional).

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Ephesus Full Day Tour From Izmir Port

TOUR DETAILS:
Duration: approx. 7 hours.
Available: All Year around.
Departure from: Izmir Airport/Izmir port /Izmir Hotels.
Places to visit: Artemission Temple, Ephesus ancient city, House of Virgin Mary, St. John Basilica.
Guide: English speaking guide (tours in other languages are available)
Includes: Professional licensed tour guide, all entrance fees, private air-conditioned transportation and VAT.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee. No extra hidden charges.

Tour program:
You will be picked up by your tour guide at the exit of the Izmir port held the board written your name on it. First you will drive to Ephesus, the way takes about 1 hour and 15 min. At the beginning you will visit the House of Virgin Mary, where it is believed that she has spent her last days before she died. Continued you will visit the ruins of the Ephesus city including Odeon, Temple of Hadrian, Grand Theatre, Roman Baths, Celcius Library etc. After the lunch you will go together with your guide to the St. John Basilica located over his burial place. After leaving the Basilica you will visit the Temple of Artemis, being one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. After the tour is over, optionally we offer some shopping opportunities.
At the end of the tour you will be returned to the port of Izmir.

The price includes: transportation from port of Izmir and back with the private air conditioned vehicle, Professional English speaking guide, entrance fees to the sights, lunch (optional).

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Ephesus and Sirince Village Tour

TOUR DETAILS:
Duration: approx. 7 hours.
Available: All Year around.
Departure from: Izmir Airport/Izmir port /Izmir Hotels.
Places to visit: Artemission Temple, Ephesus ancient city, Sirince village.
Guide: English speaking guide (tours in other languages are available)
Includes: Professional licensed tour guide, all entrance fees, private air-conditioned transportation and VAT.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee. No extra hidden charges.

Tour program:
You will be picked up by your tour guide at the exit of the Izmir port held the board written your name on it. First you will drive to Ephesus, the way takes about 1 hour and 15 min. You will visit the ruins of the Ephesus city including Odeon, Temple of Hadrian, Grand Theatre, Roman Baths, Celsius Library etc. After leaving the city you will visit the Temple of Artemis, being one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Later on we will drive to the old Greek Village of Sirince and you will visit the old Church, Mosque and Typical Turkish Houses. Sirince is popular especially with hand made fruit wines and olive oils.

After the tour is over, optionally we offer some shopping opportunities.
At the end of the tour you will be returned to the Port of Izmir.

The price includes: transportation from port of Izmir and back with the private air conditioned vehicle, Professional English speaking guide, entrance fees to the sights, lunch (optional).

Dear friends, if you would like to visit any other sights, we will be glad to customize your tour program for you.

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