Itinerary
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House): Our tour commences at House of Virgin Mary, is the house that Mother Mary lived her days after the Resurrection of Christ. She was brought to Ephesus by Apostle John. House of Virgin Mary is one of the pilgrimage for Christians where she had her recently time and died. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967, Pope John Paul II also visited the shrine in 1979. We have some many things to tell you.
- Ancient City of Ephesus: Ephesus, one of the most magnificent archaeological excavations in the world. Today you will be able to see the best preserved ancient city in the eastern Mediterranean. Stroll along roads once roamed by toga-clothed Romans. Enjoy visits to the Library of Celsus and the stunning Great Theatre. Gaze at temples and walk along shop-lined streets. Explore the ruins of the Temple of Artemis. Ready to travel in time with us. Don't be a tourist. Stroll like an Ephesian.
- "The Pattern: A Language Before the Alphabet"
The hand-made oriental rug is not merely a work of art, but a journey in time and space to an ancient realm of beauty and mystical charm. No other art form bridges so many centuries, spans so many cultures and captivities so many people as the Oriental rug. Hear the stories behind the attractive patterns and colors. They are stories, beliefs and prayers. See the original images, picture writings using tribal and religious symbols, the same symbols used in architecture and sculpture. See how the method of creation has remained relatively unchanged for over two millennia. Join us here today.
Includes
- Private transportation
- Soda/Pop
- WiFi on board
- Lunch
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
- Parking Fees
- Gratuities
Details
On this tour, you will be introduced to the influence of the Bible on life and times in Ephesus. Observe or participate in an exclusive Mass while visiting the House of the Virgin Mary, where the Blessed Virgin Mother is reputed to have spent the last years of her life. Next to be taken on a guided walking tour through Ephesus, one of the most magnificent archaeological excavations in the world. The last major point of interest near Ephesus is the Church of the Virgin Mary. The tour includes a "Biblical lunch" at the Ephesus Theme Park where you will be served foods cited in the Bible.
Know Before You Go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
