Pergamon Ancient City Tour
Explore the Acropolis of Pergamon, Asclepion healing center and Red Basilica on a private Izmir region day tour.
Key facts
- Tour type
- Private — your group only
- Duration
- 7 hours
- From
- From $98 per person
- Region
- izmir
- Includes
- Licensed guide, Private vehicle, Entrance fees
- License
- TURSAB #14817
Operator: Turkey Travel Agency · TURSAB #14817 · +90 544 673 22 02
From $88 per person including acropolis and Asclepion tickets.
Who this is best for
- Ancient history scholars
- Day trip from Izmir
- Cruise extensions
- Photographers
Sample Day Schedule
- 08:30
Pickup Izmir city or airport hotels.
- 10:00
Pergamon acropolis — theatre on cliff edge.
- 11:30
Temple of Trajan and Altar of Zeus site.
- 12:30
Cable car or drive down to Asclepion healing centre.
- 13:30
Lunch in Bergama town.
- 15:00
Return to Izmir.
Times are approximate and adjusted to your hotel location, season and pace preferences.
Highlights
- Pergamon Acropolis
- Asclepion
- Red Basilica
- Cable car ascent
What's Included & Not Included
Included
- Licensed guide
- Private vehicle
- Entrance fees
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal meals unless stated
- Gratuities for guide and driver
- Optional activities not listed in your quote
From $98 per person
7 hours
No payment required · Reply within 24h
About this Izmir tour
Explore the Acropolis of Pergamon, Asclepion healing center and Red Basilica on a private Izmir region day tour. This is a fully private experience — your group travels alone with a licensed guide and dedicated vehicle, not a shared coach. Turkey Travel Agency (TURSAB #14817) has operated Izmir tours since 2014 with hotel pickup, flexible pacing and English-speaking guides who skip generic scripts.
Who this tour is best for
Ideal for couples, families and small groups who want depth without a factory bus tour. History lovers appreciate licensed commentary at Pergamon Acropolis, Asclepion, Red Basilica, Cable car ascent. Photographers benefit from stops timed for light and fewer crowds. If you are on a cruise calling at a nearby port, tell us your ship schedule — we build buffer time for return.
How your day is structured
Expect roughly 7 hours on the ground with licensed guide, private vehicle, entrance fees. Morning starts with hotel pickup; touring focuses on Pergamon Acropolis, Asclepion, Red Basilica, Cable car ascent at a pace you choose — linger at sites that interest you, skip lines where guides have relationships with site staff. Lunch can be a local restaurant recommendation or a quick break depending on your preference. We confirm exact timing in your written quote before payment.
Practical tips for Izmir
Best months in the region: April–June, September–November. Plan 2–4 days in Izmir if combining this tour with other sites. Wear comfortable shoes and carry water in summer. Entrance fees are included where listed in your quote. Combine with our Izmir destination guide or explore multi-day packages from our Izmir tour hub at /izmir-tours.
Pergamon UNESCO site
Steep theatre overlooks modern Bergama — dramatic setting rivalling Ephesus. Asclepion ancient hospital with sacred tunnel walk.
Combine with Ephesus
Too much for one day — separate days from Izmir base or overnight between sites on custom packages.
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