
A unique cultural and culinary journey! Visit Ephesus Ancient City, walk through Selçuk, and taste Turkey’s iconic flavors – from simit and Turkish tea to döner, pide, and baklava. Perfect for travelers looking to combine history with authentic food experiences.
✅ Combines history and gastronomy in one experience
✅ Private tour with professional guide
✅ Includes multiple authentic food tastings
✅ Ideal for cruise passengers and hotel guests
✨ This unique program is designed for travelers who want more than sightseeing – a chance to taste, see, and experience Turkey in one unforgettable day.
Your professional guide and driver will greet you and take you to your private, air-conditioned vehicle.
Start the day with a mini Turkish breakfast including simit (sesame bread), local cheese, olives, and Turkish tea. A simple but authentic way to begin your journey.
Discover the world-famous Ephesus Ancient City, one of the best-preserved archaeological sites. Highlights include:
Celsus Library
The Great Theater (25,000 capacity)
Marble Streets and Roman Baths
Temples and fountains reflecting daily life in antiquity
Enjoy two local street food favorites:
Döner kebab – thinly sliced marinated meat roasted on a vertical spit.
Kokoreç – a seasoned grilled delicacy, chopped with spices.
A short cultural walk to explore:
Isabey Mosque (1375) – an outstanding example of Seljuk architecture. (outside view)
St. John Basilica – built on the believed tomb of St. John the Apostle. (outside view)
Taste freshly baked Turkish pide (flatbread), often called “Turkish pizza,” with a variety of toppings.
End your culinary journey with a choice of traditional baklava or Turkish dondurma (ice cream).
Relax as we transfer you back to your hotel or cruise ship.