You will enter the ancient site at the Magnesia Gate and begin a slow walk downhill, being guided through the ruins of the Roman provincial capital. The tour makes its way past the amazing features of Ephesus including the Odem, the Celsius Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Great Theatre.
You will witness this phenomenal site well before you arrive in the village below. The water from these springs has a high mineral content (chalk, limestone and travertine) that cascade down the mountain, giving rise to the complexion of the mountains; resembling a frozen waterfall.
Aphrodisias is one of the best preserved ancient cities of Turkey. It has been excavated very carefully, and was one the sculpture centre of the Ancient world also known as the city of Goddess of love Aphrodite.
We depart for Priene, the first grid-system planned city of the ancient World, which is built on a hillside. Visit the theatre, the temple of Athena, the Bouleterium, the Agora, and the Altar of Zeus and Cybele. Proceed to Miletus, the home of the Thales, a pre-Socratic Greek philosopher known for his innovative use of geometry.
Depart from your hotel for an enjoyable drive along the local farms to reach Sirince, a little village located in the hills at about 350 metres. It was predominantly a Greek village before the First World War. Stroll through the narrow streets and beautifully decorated houses.
We will visit the remains of the ancient city of Pergamum including the Royal Palaces, Temple of Trajan, Sanctuary of Athena, Library of Pergamum, Theatre and The Theatre Terrace, Altar of Zeus, Heroon, Arsenal, Upper Agora, Water Supply Canals, Sanctuary of Demeter, Sanctuary of Hera and Upper Gymnasium, Gymnasium, Lower and Middle Terraces.
Have you ever thought about spending a day on a boat sailing around the beautiful coastline of Marmaris? Well here is your chance. Swimming off the boat into crystal coloured waters, sunbathing on the top deck of the boat and stepping off onto the hidden and untouched shorelines of the Marmaris is an ideal way to spend a lovely summer’s day.