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All excursions are bookable on the ship
Ephesus & the House of Mary (Half day)
Leave the port of Kusadasi behind and head up into the
hills to the house of the Virgin Mary, recognised by the
Vatican as a place of pilgrimage. You’ll see a small
chapel, which has been built on the foundations of a
humble dwelling where Mary’s believed to have spent her
last days. If you want to, you can collect water from
the Holy spring and leave a prayer in the form of a
ribbon on the prayer grid. You don’t have to be
religious to appreciate this serene setting though.
Tucked high in the hills above the coast, it’s really
something. From here you’ll carry on to the world famous
archaeological site of Ephesus for your walking tour.
Tick off a list of sights including the Temple of
Hadrian, the Marble Street and the Celsus Library. Just
so you know... No filming, photography or hats are
allowed inside the House of the Virgin Mary. Alos,
uneven ground, cobblestones and steps in Ephesus make
walking difficult for guests with limited mobility.
£46.00 / £28.00 (4hrs)
St John's & Sirince
Drive to the Meryem Ana Monument to get a snapshot of
the world famous archaeological site of Ephesus that
glimmers in the distance. Next, carry on to the church
where St John lived with the Virgin Mary after being
cast out of Jerusalem in 37 to 42AD. Legend has it that
St John wrote his Gospel here, and was buried here in
accordance with his dying wishes. After a brief stop at
the entrance to the Basilica, with time for taking
photos, you’ll head to the village of Sirince. It’s a
peaceful little place that hugs the hillside and is
famous for its homemade wines and Gözleme – griddle
bread with various fillings. After a short wine-tasting
session you’ll have some time to wander round this
pretty village and browse its souvenir stalls and
cobblestone laneways where village women sell their
colourful handiwork, before returning to the ship. Just
so you know... There are some uneven surfaces in Sirince.
£34.00 / £18.00 (4hrs)
Horse Trekking
Saddle up for one of the best ways to experience the
outdoor life in Turkey. A short drive from Kusadasi will
bring you to the start of your tranquil trek. You’ll
enjoy a ride to Pamucak Beach, where, with the help of
guides, you can actually swim with the horses. After
some time to swim and relax you’ll return to the ranch.
Just so you know… This tour has limited walking but a
certain level of fitness is required and your riding
helmets are provided and must be worn. One rider per
horse and beginners and experienced riders are welcome.
Long trousers and closed shoes are recommended for the
ride, but don't forget your swimwear and towel if you
would like to swim. The terrain is rocky and rugged on
the trek and sandy on the beach. Minimum age is 12 years
old.
£42.00 / £42.00 (4hrs)
Quad Biking
Kusadasi isn’t just about Ephesus, monuments and
bazaars. You can trek, dive or enjoy the sun, sea and
sand. Or try fun new sports like quad biking. And that’s
exactly what you’ll be doing on this trip. You’ll head
for the Quad Club where an instructor will welcome you
and give you a short briefing explaining the route
you’ll follow. After that, you’ll get on your quad bikes
and head off on a fun quad bike adventure. As you follow
your instructor, feel the wind on your face as your
convoy snakes its way along the winding trails and then
relax with free time in the sun. Just so you know...
Wear comfortable shoes, long trousers and bring your
swimwear with you if you wish. Safety equipment is
provided and must be worn. You will ride the quad bikes
in pairs. The terrain is rocky and rugged on the trek
and sandy on the beach. Teenagers aged 12 to 16 must be
accompanied by their parents and will only be allowed to
ride the quads with them. Teenagers cannot drive the
quad bikes. Although this tour has limited walking a
certain level of fitness is required.
£42.00 / £42.00 (4hrs)
Aquafantasy Waterpark
Enjoy a day out at Turkey's biggest themed water park.
100,000 square metres of slides, wave pools, waterfalls
and rides are awaiting you! Top up your tan, snooze in
the shade or tackle adrenaline-pumping rides like the
Kamakazee. There are boat rides in the lazy river that
stretches for 300m through the park and on Treasure
Island younger visitors can slide through the 25m Pirate
Tunnel or test their balance on the Lily-Pad Raft Walk.
The little ones get their own separate section so it’s a
fun day out that’ll please everyone. Just so you know…
Lunch is not included, but there are plenty of venues in
the water park where you can buy snacks. No food and
drink can be taken into the park and due to the uneven
terrain the tour isn’t suitable for wheelchair users.
£27.00 / £14.00 (6hrs)
Ephesus & The House Of Mary (Full day)
This fabulous, full day tour takes in just about every
attraction around Kusadasi. A drive from the port will
take you up into the hills to the House of the Virgin
Mary, recognised by the Vatican as a place of
pilgrimage. You’ll see a small chapel, which has been
built on the foundations of a humble dwelling where
Mary’s believed to have spent her last days. If you want
to, you can collect water from the Holy spring and leave
a prayer in the form of a ribbon on the prayer grid. You
don’t have to be religious to appreciate this serene
setting though. Tucked high up in the hills above the
coast, it’s really something. From here you’ll carry on
to the world famous archaeological site of Ephesus for
your guided walking tour before stopping for a
well-deserved lunch. Then you’ll pay a quick visit to
the open-air Camlik Steam Locomotive Museum. After,
you’ll visit the Temple of Artemis, a column and scanty
fragments strewn on the ground are all that remains of
the Seventh Wonder of the World. According to Strabo, it
was destroyed at least seven times and rebuilt just as
many times. You’ll also visit the Isabey mosque, a
beautiful example of Seljuk Turkish architecture in an
idyllic location and with a pretty courtyard before
returning to the ship. Just so you know... No filming,
photography or hats are allowed inside the House of the
Virgin Mary. Uneven ground and steps in Ephesus.
£64.00 / £42.00 (7hrs)
Miletus & Didyma -
As far as cities are concerned, the likes of London,
Paris and New York are the 21st century’s most important
players. But in ancient Greece, the list of big hitters
read very differently. On this trip we’ll take you to
Miletus, which was one of the ancient world’s main
centres of trade and commerce. You’ll get to wander
around the ruins of a 2000-year-old Roman theatre, which
once seated up to 15,000 toga-clad spectators. You’ll
also get to see an age-old gymnasium, baths, and the
Sanctuary of Miletus, which was built as a shrine to
Apollo. Your second stop of the day will be Didyma, in
the south of Ionia, which is one of the most sacred
sites of the ancient world. The crumbling temple here
was home to the Oracle of Apollo, who was thought to be
able to predict the future. Pilgrims travelled from
across the world to seek her advice.
£32.00 / £16.00 (4hrs)
Boat Tour -
The Turkish coastline is scalloped with deserted coves,
isolated inlets and secluded bays. And the best way to
get to them is by boat. On this trip, a double-decker
vessel will be your transport for the day. You’ll hop on
board at Kusadasi marina before heading out into the
open sea. As the ship sails through the water, you’ll
have the chance to really relax. Find a seat on the top
deck and soak up the sun or order a drink from the bar
and take in the scenery. You’ll get three swim stops
throughout the day when the captain will lower the
anchor so that you can dunk yourself into the sea.
There’ll be snorkelling gear on board, too, so you can
go on the hunt for marine life. At lunchtime, the crew
will cook up a buffet, featuring food like grilled meat,
salads and crusty bread. Just so you know... this tour
is only available for over 13 years old.
£32.00 / n/a
Shore excursions and prices are subject to change and
latest prices will be available onboard the ship.
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