Izmir Tours · Since 2002

Ephesus Day Trip from Izmir

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Small Group Hotel pickup

Overview

Travel from Izmir to one of Turkey’s most remarkable ancient cities on this guided Ephesus day trip. After pickup from a centrally located Izmir hotel, Izmir Airport or Izmir cruise port, explore Ephesus with an English-speaking guide and discover the Library of Celsus, Temple of Hadrian and the impressive Great Theater.

The day also includes a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, lunch at a local restaurant and an afternoon stop at the ruins of the Temple of Artemis. With air-conditioned transport, entrance fees and return transfer to Izmir included, this regular group tour is ideal for cruise guests, first-time visitors and travellers wanting a straightforward day of major historical sights.

Highlights

Guided exploration of ancient Ephesus
See the Library of Celsus and Great Theater
Visit the House of the Virgin Mary
Explore the ruins of the Temple of Artemis
Lunch at a local restaurant included
Izmir hotel, airport or cruise port transfers

Itinerary

You will be picked up from your hotel in Izmir, Izmir airport or Izmir cruise port at approximately 8:00 am and transferred to Ephesus. Upon arrival in Ephesus, you will be met by your guide and start your tour of this ancient city. You will visit the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, the Great Theater, and the House of the Virgin Mary. Lunch will be provided in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, you will visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis. You will then return to Izmir, where you will be dropped off at your hotel at approximately 5:00 pm.

INCLUDED in the Tour Price:

  • Centrally located Izmir hotels, Izmir Airport or Izmir cruise port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking guide during the tour
  • Lunch
  • Entrance fees to attractions
  • Local taxes and service charges

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Personal expenses and tips

IMPORTANT INFO:

  • The order of the itinerary is indicative and subject to change, but all visits described will take place.
  • This is a regular group tour, but if requested at cost can be provided as a private tour.
  • The regular group tour has a shopping stop included in the tour.

WHEN TO BOOK?

  • Book as soon as possible to guarantee availability, especially during public holidays and festivities.
  • You can book up to 2 days before (Izmir local time) if there are still places available. If less than 2 days before start of your requested tour date, please contact us by Email or WhatsApp/Phone as it would be a last-minute booking that will need to be checked for availability before your tour reservation is confirmed.

Traveller reviews

2 reviews for Ephesus Day Trip from Izmir

  1. Claire J
    September 17, 2019

    We loved our tour, especially our tour guide Nizam! He was awesome and informative and even did a couple of extra stops for us. We learned a lot about Ephesus and Sirince Village and got to see some really spectacular stuff 🙂

  2. Jenny W
    September 22, 2019

    My Ephesus tour was fantastic. The Temple of Artemis and Sirince Village were amazing, especially the House of the Virgin Mary. Highly recommended.

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