Pergamon Tour

Tour info

Duration
8 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

This tour takes you to Pergamon, one of the finest archaeological sites in Turkey. The city was a great cultural centre of culture and the capital of the East during the reign of the Roman Empire. After a short cable car ride, you will have a birds-eye view of the local surroundings. You will see numerous ruins including the celebrated Library, the steepest theatre in Anatolia, the Temples of Trajan and Dionysos, the location of the Altar of Zeus which is famous for its relief with God and devils, the Sanctuary of Demeter, the Gymnasium situated on terraces, and the lower Agora. After a delicious lunch with Turkish specialities, you will visit the Archaeological Museum in Bergama, before proceeding to the Medical Center of the ancient world -- the Asclepion -- where the first psychological treatments were performed and which was dedicated to the God of Health, Asclepios. You will return to Izmir in the evening.

What’s included?

  • Air-conditioned vehicle

  • Bottled water

  • Fuel surcharge

  • Lunch

  • Parking Fees

  • Private transportation

  • Soda/Pop

  • WiFi on board

  • Entry/Admission - Pergamon Antik Kenti

  • Entry/Admission - Pergamon Parchment

  • Entry/Admission - Bergama

  • Entry/Admission - Red Basilica (Kizil Avlu)

  • Entry/Admission - The Asklepion

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 8h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

For healthier travel experience, we will be upgrading our standard vehicles to SUVs, MPVs and Vans for 8 people or less and 16 or 33 seater minibuses for 9 people or more, both options at no extra cost. All medical regulations will be adhered to during this time until further notice for your safety.

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Ephesus Tour Travel

About operator:

Our travel Agency, Deren Koray Tourism has been providing professional services in the travel and education sector for over 25 years. As one of the most respected international Tourism, Culture and Education Agencies in Turkey, we are the official A grade member of the Association of Turkish Travel Agencies. We are currently affiliated with various travel providers worldwide and are looking to establish new business connections. Mrs Deren Altan, President and Founder of Deren Koray Tourism, was a British Council Scholar in 1988. Therefore we mainly focus on regional culture facts. Turkish Travel has a comprehensive network of experts, insiders and service providers, which allows us to create the trip you’ve always imagined. Let us take you there...

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