Ephesus and Basilica of Saint John Private Tour From Kusadasi and Kusadasi Port
Ephesus and Basilica of Saint John Private Tour From Kusadasi and Kusadasi port, we will arrange to meet you at your hotel or meet you at your hotel or Kusadasi port upon your request.
Ephesus
Ephesus was established as a port, that developed into the most important commercial centre. Its strategic location played a great role in the ancient times. Ephesus is located on a very fertile valley.
Ephesus, once, a trade centre of the ancient world, a religious centre of the early Christianity, today, Ephesus is an important tourism centre in Turkey.
The ancient city Ephesus is located in Selcuk, a small town 30km away from Kusadasi
Basilica of St. John
It is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and was buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill. Three hundred years after the death of Saint John, a small chapel was constructed over the grave in the 4th century. The church of St John was changed into a marvelous basilica during the region of Emperor Justinian (527 -565 AD).
Saint John or the Apostle John was the writer of the Fourth Gospel and the book of Revelation. The accounts of the Gospels agree that he is the son of Zebedee; together with his brother James, began to follow Jesus while fishing in the Lake Galilee
Duration
- 4 Hours
Basilica of Saint John Visiting
Basilica of Saint John Included
- Licensed professional Tour Guide
- Return transfer from Kusadasi port or a hotel in Kusadasi
- Transportation with a luxury non-smoking air conditioned van/coach
- Entry fees to the museums and sites
- Parking fees
- Lunch
Basilica Of Saint John Excluded
- Personal Expenses
- Tips and Gratuities
- Drinks