Ephesus Pigeon Island Tour with Lunch Turkish Bath

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About this activity

Explore the Historic Treasures of Kuşadası

Join your guide, at the cruise port and embark on an unforgettable journey through Kuşadası’s highlights. Start with the iconic Pigeon Island, famous for its impressive fortress and breathtaking panoramic views. Then, step back in time at the ancient city of Ephesus, once home to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Enjoy a delicious traditional lunch in Selçuk, followed by a visit to a local carpet weaving school, where you can discover the artistry and tradition of Turkish handicrafts. For those looking to relax, an optional Turkish bath experience provides the perfect way to unwind after a day of exploration.

Tour Highlights:

Explore Pigeon Island Fortress and the Ephesus ruins with your local guide

A traditional lunch in Selçuk

Visit a carpet weaving school and learn about Turkish handicrafts

Optional Turkish bath experience for ultimate relaxation

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 40 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Samyeli Travel

Ages: Infants (1–6 years) · Adults (7–91 years)

What is included

Included

Included: SKIP THE LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS (OPTIONAL) if you are interested , please let us know
Included: Guaranteed On-Time Return to Your Ship
Included: Lunch
Included: All taxes & all parking fees
Included: Experience Visits to a Wholesale Carpet Factory and Fine Jewelry Store
Included: Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separated driver not a driver-guide
Included: Professional Licensed Tour Guide will be with you till the end of the tour

Not included

Not included: Drinks
Not included: Kusadasi Castle EUR 10 (Paid directly on the site)
Not included: Ancient City ephesus EUR 40 (Paid directly on the site)
Not included: Adasaray Hammam turkish bath EUR 40 (Paid directly on the site)

Itinerary

Kusadasi Castle

30 min Admission not included

2- Güvercin Ada Fortress, also known as Pigeon Island, is one of the most iconic landmarks in Kuşadası, Turkey. The fortress is a symbol of Kuşadası and offers visitors a blend of history, natural beauty, and stunning panoramic views. In the 13. Century the Genoese founded Pigeon Island and it was rebuilt by Ottoman admiral Hayrettin Barboros in 1533 You can walk around the castle grounds and visit the island’s museum.
Ephesus Ancient City

2 hours Admission not included

Afterwards we visit Ephesus with our vehicle Ephesus is one of the most beautiful ancient city in the Turkey and you will visit many beautiful ruins from 2 century AD.

The ancient city of ephesus is one of the greatest archeological sites in the Eastern Mediterranean. During its visiting in the first century BC, it was the second-largest city in the world, with only Rome commanding more power. Many reconstructed structures and ruins,
The Temple of Artemis

15 min Admission included

Then We will visit Temple of Artemis which is one of the seven wonders in the ancient time

The Temple of Artemis (Artemision) Tours

It was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the marble Temple of Artemis (Artemision or Artemisium at Ephesus once spanned more than 63,000 square feet (around 5,850 square meters. Today all that remains of 127 original columns plus countless frescoes and statues is a teetering pillar and some foundation fragments
Stop 4

2 hours Admission included

Afterwards We will eat traditional local food in Selçuk and We visit local carpet weaving school

Lunch traditional turkish food and In our tours, we visit a Turkish handicrafts cooperative in order to show you our handicrafts and culture as well as the historical and natural beauties of our country. This is a enjoyable, informative and interesting experience for our guests. We highly recommend you this experience. There is no obligation to buy anything. Trust us and enjoy this beautiful experience.
Adasaray Hammam

one hour Admission not included

TURKİSH BATH Optional

The main purpose of a Turkish Bath is to cleanse and revitalize both the body and the mind. It involves a series of steps that follow a specific ritual. Firstly, you’ll start by sweating out toxins in the steam room, allowing the pores of your skin to open up and release impurities.

Afterwards, you’ll proceed to the hot marble slab at the center of the bath, where a skilled masseuse will scrub your body with a special exfoliating glove called a “kese.” This scrubbing helps to remove dead skin cells, leaving your skin feeling incredibly smooth and refreshed.

Next, you’ll receive a relaxing soap massage using olive oil soap, which produces a silky lather and nourishes your skin. The masseuse will use long, soothing strokes to massage your body, promoting relaxation and increasing blood circulation.

The entire process of a Turkish Bath is not only beneficial for your physical well-being but also for your mental and emotional state. The warm steam.