KUSADASI 🇹🇷 Shore Excursion - Epic EPHESUS Visit | EP4

Welcome to the day 4 video of our Greek Isles cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Odyssey of the Seas!
🚢 Greek Isles Cruise - Ephesus Adventure on Odyssey of the Seas 🚢
🔍 Are you ready for one of the most captivating port calls on our Greek Isles cruise aboard Royal Caribbean's Odyssey of the Seas? Join us as we set sail to explore the ancient wonders of Ephesus from the vibrant port of Kuşadası! 🔍
🏛️ Ephesus - A Journey through History 🏛️
Today, our private excursion takes us to the awe-inspiring Ephesus, one of the most remarkably preserved ancient cities in the Greco-Roman world. Once the capital of Asia Minor during the Roman Empire, Ephesus thrived as the second most important city of the Empire.
As we disembark and meet our guide, the adventure begins with a visit to the House of Virgin Mary, a place of pilgrimage and contemplation.
🕌 Discovering Ephesus' Rich Heritage 🕌
We then moved on to Ephesus, and there was so much to see there - Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian, The Great Theatre, they are all highlights.
🏺 Terraced Houses - A Glimpse into Roman Lifestyle 🏺
The exploration of the Terrace Houses at Ephesus, some of the world's best-preserved ancient Roman houses, unveils stunning frescoes, mosaics, and marble floors. We gaze at impressive lion mosaics and a captivating mosaic featuring Poseidon and Aphrodite.
📚 St. John's Basilica 📚
The UNESCO-listed St. John's Basilica stands as a testament to the legacy of St. John the Apostle. Explore the fascinating history and architecture of this religious sanctuary.
⚓ Kuşadası - The Charming Port Town ⚓
After the enriching sightseeing, we indulge in a delicious Turkish lunch before strolling through the picturesque town of Kuşadası. We enjoyed some cocktails before bidding farewell to Kuşadası.
🌟 Evening show 🌟
Back on the ship, we watched the headliner show of the day - Francois Borie, a comedy juggler.
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0:00 Opening
1:48 Welcome to Kuşadası
2:29 House of Virgin Mary
4:48 Ephesus - Overview
5:20 Baths of Varius
6:00 Odeon
6:53 Domitian Temple
7:51 Temple of Hadrian
8:38 Terrace Houses
10:40 Library of Celsus
12:27 Theatre of Ephesus
14:20 St. John's Basilica
16:05 Lunch
17:14 Cocktails Time
17:50 Kusadasi Stroll
19:11 Return to Odyssey
20:09 Main Dining Room
20:34 Francois Borie

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What do you think of this private excursion to Ephesus? Have you been to Ephesus? Please share your thoughts.

[@jean-pierretan4273]

Thanks for another top quality video! I really enjoyed your travel reports. Ephesus looks stunning and I am glad you were able to enjoy some cocktails before returning to the ship. 😂

[@KenTravels360]

Thank you for your support! The private tour was well worth it!

[@bonnievalente3697]

If don’t want to go to the historical site,can we just walk around on our own ❤thank you

[@KenTravels360]

Yes of course you can. We did that after the excursion.

[@user-vr9mt9hp5k]

Another great video. Do you happen to have a link for the exact tour you did that included the Terrace Houses? I went on to Viator and found a tremendous amount of tours that are offered. I can't wait to watch the rest of your series since I'm doing that exact RC cruise next year.

[@KenTravels360]

Thanks for watching. I believe it’s this place. www.viator.com/en-GB/search/6580P34?mcid=64243

[@natashalanghein1282]

I definitely agree with your comment on the store that likely increased the cost by 50% first and then offered the 35% discount. Love your frankness - it made me laugh

[@KenTravels360]

Glad you enjoyed! Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@TWOCOWS1]

Thank you for filming and posting. I am amazing of how afraid the local Turks are of anything linguistic, since all they have of their alleged Asian, Turco-Mongolian "roots", is the language. So the dig is all ancient Ionian-Roman and European in their form:, the monuments, the houses, even the people there themselves! But they call the place with a nonsense like Kushadasi. Your a proud Asian: look around and see if you find one Turk who looks Asian, and then we are set.

[@KenTravels360]

Thanks for watching and commenting!

[@thewonderofsex-godsdivineg1030]

Thank you Sir, for your beautiful, informative video about the town and region, where Mary, mother of Jesus and magnificent Jewish woman, spent Her last 9 years on earth, before She was taken alive to Heaven by Jesus, our Lord.

[@KenTravels360]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment.