Ancient Sardes with Jewish Synagogue Guided Tour
Activities

Ancient Sardes with Jewish Synagogue Guided Tour

Free
Free cancellation
Language: English, French, Spanish
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 7 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Delve into the ruins of ancient Sardes, once the capital of Lydia Kingdom
  • Marvel at the grandeur of the Bath Gymnasium and Anatolian Synagogue
  • Discover how ancient Sardis inhabitants harnessed thermal waters for heating
  • Gain fascinating insights into an advanced civilization that thrived in antiquity
  • Experience the rich history of Sardes' significant Jewish community
What to expect

The ancient city of Sardes, once the capital of the Lydia Kingdom, is renowned for its significant Jewish community and houses one of the world's oldest synagogues.

As you embark on this tour, you'll have the chance to delve into the ruins of this historic city, marvelling at the grandeur of the Bath Gymnasium and the ancient Anatolian Synagogue. The ingenuity of the ancient Sardes inhabitants will astound you as you discover how they harnessed thermal waters to heat not only their city but also private residences, baths, and even shops. This exploration offers a fascinating insight into an advanced civilisation that thrived in antiquity.

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What's included
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  • check Dinner
  • check Guided tour
  • check Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
What's not included
  • x_not_included Drinks
Where
Meeting point:
Pickup service is available from Izmir City centre hotels and Izmir cruise port.
What to remember

Not suitable for:

  • Not wheelchair or stroller accessible
  • Not recommended for people with back problems

Not allowed:

  • Pets are not allowed on this tour

Know in advance:

  • Lunch includes: traditional meatballs (any kind of drinks are excluded)
  • You can select your preferred language for the tour (English, French, Spanish) during checkout
  • If there is not a sufficient majority in languages other than English, the tour will operate in English
  • It's recommended to wear comfortable walking shoes

Remember to bring:

  • During rainy days, umbrella and non-slippery shoes
  • During sunny days, hat, sunscreen and sunglasses
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Provider
Gezenthi Travel Agency
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

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