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Highlights
Temple of Athena
Ancient City
Ancient City
Grand Theater
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Accommodation
Pick up and drop off from/to your hotel in Kusadasi
Meals
Lunch
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Private Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicleTips except Driver and Guide
Guide
Professional English-speaking tour guide for the duration of the tour
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Entrance fees
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Embark on a private journey through the ancient Ionian cities of Priene, Miletus, and Didyma, three of the most historically significant archaeological sites in western Turkey. This exclusive tour offers a deep dive into the rich heritage of the Aegean coast, revealing the grandeur of Greek and Roman architecture, the wisdom of ancient philosophers, and the spiritual significance of sacred temples.
Accompanied by a professional guide, explore the well-preserved ruins of Priene, once a major port city of the Ionian League; walk through the grand theater and ancient streets of Miletus, the birthplace of famous thinkers like Thales; and marvel at the awe-inspiring Temple of Apollo in Didyma, one of the most revered oracle sites of antiquity. With the flexibility of a private tour, enjoy a personalized experience, unhurried exploration, and insightful commentary tailored to your interests.
Your private tour begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Kuşadası, followed by a scenic drive to the ancient Ionian city of Priene. Nestled against Mount Samsun, this well-preserved site features the impressive Temple of Athena, an ancient theater with royal box seats, and a network of streets showcasing early urban planning. Continuing to Miletus, once a major center of philosophy and trade, explore its grand theater, Byzantine fortress, South Agora, and the Baths of Faustina while learning about great thinkers like Thales and Anaximenes. The journey then leads to Didyma, home to the magnificent Temple of Apollo, one of the most important oracle sites of the ancient world, where pilgrims once sought divine guidance along the Sacred Way. After marveling at its colossal columns and Medusa carvings, enjoy an optional lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel, concluding a day filled with history, mythology, and architectural wonders.
Priene, Miletus, Didyma
Your private tour begins with a morning pickup from your hotel in Kuşadası, followed by a scenic drive to the ancient Ionian city of Priene. Nestled against Mount Samsun, this well-preserved site features the impressive Temple of Athena, an ancient theater with royal box seats, and a network of streets showcasing early urban planning. Continuing to Miletus, once a major center of philosophy and trade, explore its grand theater, Byzantine fortress, South Agora, and the Baths of Faustina while learning about great thinkers like Thales and Anaximenes. The journey then leads to Didyma, home to the magnificent Temple of Apollo, one of the most important oracle sites of the ancient world, where pilgrims once sought divine guidance along the Sacred Way. After marveling at its colossal columns and Medusa carvings, enjoy an optional lunch at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel, concluding a day filled with history, mythology, and architectural wonders.
OverNight:Kuşadası
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