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Ephesus and the Terrace Houses

An immersive journey into the heart of this ancient Roman city, uncovering architectural marvels and hidden treasures!

Spend the day discovering Ephesus, an ancient city of architectural wonders. Visit the Ephesus Open Air Museum, including the Library of Celsus and Great Theatre, before delving into the luxurious lifestyles of Ephesus' elite with a visit to the Terrace Houses. End the day with a traditional Turkish carpet weaving demonstration.

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This tour operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria.

Shore Thing Highlights

Visit a downtown carpet center, where you can witness the artistry of traditional Turkish carpet weaving and even find a souvenir to take home
Marvel at the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, and the Terrace Houses
See the remarkably preserved ruins of Ephesus in the Open Air Museum

Need to know

Shade is limited and daytime temperatures can be very high — please dress accordingly
The marble ground in Ephesus can be very slippery; Sailors should be aware and wear appropriate footwear with non-slip soles
This Shore Thing involves long periods of walking and standing on cobblestones, uneven terrain and steps; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Sailors in wheelchairs or with limited mobility should not select this Shore Thing
Please be aware that air conditioning may not be up to Sailors standards
Guests must be able to walk across scaffolding with Plexiglas flooring
Guests suffering from acrophobia (fear of heights) should take precautions
Cancellations made within 48 hours or less are subject to a 100% cancellation penalty for this Shore Thing
This Shore Thing operator has received third-party certification based on the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria

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Shore Things are fully refundable to the original form of payment. However, please note that Shore Things are only fully refundable if they are canceled within 48 hours prior to the booked Shore Thing taking place, unless stated otherwise in a specific Shore Thing 'Need to Know' section. If you fail to either (a) cancel within 48 hours of the booked Shore Thing (or alternative time period as may be stated in a specific Shore Thing 'Need to Know' section), or (b) show up for a booked Shore Thing, you will be charged for 100% of the Shore Thing price.

If you make a cancellation prior to the first day of your voyage and within 48 hours (unless otherwise stated in the tour details) of your Shore Thing, you will be refunded to the original form of payment after midnight Eastern Standard Time (EST) on the day of cancellation.

If you make another purchase prior to midnight EST, after canceling a booking eligible for a refund, the credit from the canceled booking will be applied to your new booking. Therefore, you’ll only be charged for the price difference between the canceled and new experience. If you have remaining temporary credit left on your account after you’ve made another experience purchase, the remaining credit will be refunded to your original form of payment after midnight EST.

If you cancel a Shore Thing during your voyage and are eligible for a refund, a credit will be applied to your folio and not to your original form of payment.

Shore Things departure times and/or meeting locations are subject to change. We will make every effort to notify Sailors in advance via the Sailor App of any tour departure and/or meeting changes.

Ephesus and the Terrace Houses

An immersive journey into the heart of this ancient Roman city, uncovering architectural marvels and hidden treasures!

Shore Thing Highlights

Need to know

Experience shores the Virgin way

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