EP-1 Tour of Ephesus and Pamukkale
   Cesme, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Aphrodisias, Pamukkale, Hierapolis
      EURO 295.00 per person in twin room
      EURO 355.00 single room
      EURO 285.00 per person in triple room
      Departure on April 19   Duration: 02 nights/03 days

19 April 2010 Monday Cesme to Kusadasi
Early morning departure for Ephesus.
Today we visit Ancient Ephesus and environs. One of the most interesting and extensive ancient cities in the world, established by the Greeks, and successively occupied by Persians and Romans.
The art and architecture of emperors adorn the city in a state of remarkable preservation. The Theatre, The Library of Celsus, The Temple of Hadrian, Corinthian Temple, The Baths of Scholastica, The town brothel and many more will feature throughout the day.
Our day will start with The House of Virgin Mary which is situated at Mt Bulbul. It is believed that Virgin Mary came to Selcuk with Apostle John from Jerusalem after Jesus was crucified and she spent her last days there until she died at the age of 64.
In the afternoon we stop at the Temple of Artemis, protectress of Ephesus which is dating back to 1300 BC and considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
The day will end with a visit to Ephesus Archaeological Museum where you will have the chance to see a statue of Artemis from Ephesus dating back to the 2nd century A.D.
Return to the hotel in the afternoon.
Dinner and overnight in Kusadasi.

20 April 2010 Tuesday Kusadasi to Pamukkale
Following breakfast at the hotel, we depart for Aphrodisias, a city dedicated to the goddess Aphrodite. The ancient city was a Hellenistic city which flourished under Roman and Byzantine rule. Excavations in the 24-meter-high theatre hill have revealed layers of settlement going back to the Bronze Age (c. 2800-2200 BC).
We continue to Pamukkale in the afternoon and visit the ancient city of Hierapolis upon arrival. This thermal resort founded by a Pergamene King in 190 BC and greatly enlarged by the Romans.
We check in the hotel and enjoy the thermal facilities of our hotel.
Dinner and overnight at Pamukkale.

21 April 2010 Wednesday Pamukkale to Istanbul via Denizli
Transfer to Denizli Airport for the return flight to Istanbul connecting to your homeward flight.

This package includes:

• Internal flight; Denizli or Izmir to Istanbul
• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
• 03 nights accommodation at four star hotels
• All Breakfasts
• All Dinners
• English speaking guidance
• Museum admission fees
• Local taxes
  
  Please note 10 participants min. required to operate this excursion