ABOUTH PERGAMUN

The modern day name comes directly from it’s ancient name, Pergamon. Known for centuries for it’s monuments, it was a great city and served as the centre of Pergamon kingdom.

It’s location made it strategic in the Middle Ages and it was the centre of the Karesioğulları Principality before it finally became a part of the Otoman state. The city’s golden era was during the reign of Attalos i and his son Eumenes II, the time when an acropolis, theatre and other important projects were completed. It was an important city in the Roman period.

The city experienced many developments during the reign of Hadrian (117-130 AD), and it was adorned with Roman works of Christianity, Pergamon was first under the influence of the bishopric of Ephesus, and then became a metropolis.

Tour Itinerary

Depart from your hotel in the morning and travel to the ancient site of Pergamon. Here you will be delighted to visit the Asclepion and Healthy Centre. As you make your way to the acropolis, the Red Basilica, orginal a Temple of Serapis, can be wiewed.
The most beautiful structure is certainly the theatre, a remarkable piece of engineering build into the step hillside. Lunch is included in the tour as well as tranfer back to your hotel.

Tours Includes:

Arrival, departure airport transfers and ground transportation,
* Accommodation.
* Meals as indicated in the itinerary. (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch D=Dinner)
* Entrance fee to the various sites.
* Transportation in non-smoking mini/midi bus with professional English speaking guide and experienced driver. (Guide in other languages available also on demand)

Not Included: International or domestic flights, drinks, tips to guide, driver and personal expenses and optional tours.

PS. For group requirements other languages are available.