Magnificent Miletus & Ancient Magnesia
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Port
Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
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Activity Level
Strenuous
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$99.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
4½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
Your day will begin with a visit to Magnesia, an Ionian city surrounded by the golden triangle of Ephesos, Priene, and Tralleis. With its important commercial and strategic location at a crossroads connecting these cities, Magnesia was as famous for its grain production and figs then as it is today.
Next, journey to Miletus — the oldest and the most powerful of the twelve Ionian cities in Asia Minor. Miletus is renowned for being the first city to apply the principles of modern town planning. Hippodamos' grid plan later formed the basis of planning for all Roman cities and throughout much of the Western world.
See the ruins of the theatre, baths, and stadium. Visit the Archaeological Museum at Miletus to examine some wonderful artifacts taken from the many ancient sites in the area.
A boxed lunch includes a cheese sandwich, an apple, fruit juice, chocolate cookies, and a small bottle of water.
Return to Kusadasi, where you will have time to shop or attend an optional Turkish carpet demonstration.
Notes:
Wear comfortable, non-skid walking shoes.