The House of the Virgin Mary: The peaceful mountain sanctuary where Mary is believed to have spent her final years.
The Temple of Artemis: The remains of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
The Ephesus Archaeological Museum: Home to artifacts and statues unearthed from the ancient city excavations.
Aphrodisias: Dedicated to the goddess of love, this marble city rises from a secluded mountain valley. It captivates travelers with its extraordinarily preserved stadium, grand theater, tetrapylon and ancient bath complexes. Offering a true "off-the-beaten-track" experience, it is explored with our signature attention to detail.
Pamukkale & Hierapolis: Discover the white travertine terraces formed by mineral-rich thermal waters. Walk through the sprawling ruins of Hierapolis and experience the luxury of soaking in mineral waters, including the famous Cleopatra Antique Pool where ancient Romans once relaxed.
Priene: A remarkably well-preserved city featuring a theater, the Temple of Athena, and the place where Alexander the Great once stayed.
Miletus: Known historically as the cradle of ancient philosophy, where legendary thinkers formulated foundational scientific and philosophical concepts.
Didyma: Home to the colossal Temple of Apollo, featuring some of the largest and best-preserved ancient Greek columns in the world.
Located on a hilltop overlooking the modern town of Bergama, Pergamon enchants visitors with its breathtaking panoramic views and monumental architecture.
Highlights of this Aegean archaeological site include:
The site of one of the ancient world's most magnificent and expansive libraries.
The historical birthplace of parchment paper (charta pergamena).
The majestic ruins of the Temple of Trajan, erected in honor of the Roman Emperor.
Boutique Wine Tasting: Savor indigenous Aegean grape varieties at family-owned, boutique vineyards, paired with local artisan cheeses.
Ancient Olive Oil Tradition: Visit traditional olive oil press houses where ancient pressing methods meet modern craft, and enjoy guided extra virgin olive oil tastings highlighting centuries of local tradition.
Aegean Cooking Classes: Step into a local home kitchen to learn the secrets of the Mediterranean cuisine, preparing authentic regional mezes and dishes before tasting your creations over lunch.
Traditional Carpet Weaving & Pottery: Engage with timeless Turkish arts through visits to regional carpet production centers and traditional ceramic workshops. Learn about ancient techniques, observe master craftsmen at work, and try your hand at the clay wheel. These visits are strictly optional and cultural—designed for education rather than sales. If you choose to purchase a piece, FELICITY Travel stands fully behind the authenticity and quality of every item.
From the historical hustle and bustle of Istanbul across to the ancient city of Troy, Bergama, Izmir, and Antalya now half way in our journey! So far so good with some more days and adventures to come.
My daughter and I did a one day private tour with Felicity Travel; our guide was Umut. He was just outstanding; so informative and friendly. I cannot say enough good things about Umut and the driver. First rate experience.
Very pleasant time together with dear Ertunga and his friendly driver. We enjoyed good management of the Filicity agency and their choices for hotels
