Full Day
Daily Tour
15 people
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Experience the magic of the Ephesus Tour from Istanbul, one of the world’s best-preserved ancient cities and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this seamless day trip. With flights, transfers, entry tickets, guiding, and Lunch included, all you need to do is relax and enjoy the journey!
Your adventure begins early in the morning with a hotel pickup in Istanbul and a short flight to İzmir ✈️. Upon arrival, your professional guide will greet you at the airport and escort you in comfort to Ephesus, once the second-largest city of the Roman Empire and a significant center for early Christianity.
Walk the marble streets where emperors and merchants once strolled, admire the breathtaking Library of Celsus, and stand where 25,000 spectators once cheered in the Great Theatre. You’ll also visit:
🌿 The House of the Virgin Mary, a sacred pilgrimage site visited by Popes and revered by both Christians and Muslims.
⛪ The Basilica of St. John, where the apostle is believed to have spent his final years.
🏛️ The remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
🕌 The medieval Isabey Mosque, one of the oldest works of Turkish architectural history.
After exploring these legendary sites, enjoy a delicious Turkish lunch at a local restaurant before your return flight to Istanbul.
This is a full-day tour packed with history, culture, and unforgettable sights – perfect for travelers who want to experience the wonders of Ephesus in a single day.
✔️ Discover Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world
✔️ Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a primary pilgrimage site
✔️ See the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the 7 Ancient Wonders
✔️ Explore the Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, fountains, and temples
✔️ Visit the Basilica of St. John and Isabey Mosque
✔️ Round-trip flights from Istanbul, transfers, tickets, guide, and Lunch included
🌞 Summer can be hot and dry – bring sunscreen, a hat, and water.
🌧️ Winter can be rainy – bring a jacket or raincoat.
📸 Don’t forget your camera – Ephesus is one of the most photogenic sites in Turkey!
👟 Wear comfortable shoes – the marble streets are ancient and uneven.
✨ A once-in-a-lifetime chance to walk through the heart of Roman history!
Book your Daily Ephesus Tour from Istanbul today and create memories that will last forever.
The price for this tour is a starting price and may vary slightly depending on seasonal demand and flight ticket costs. Prices may fluctuate slightly based on availability at the time of booking.
Booking is easy!
Your day starts early in the morning (4:30–5:00) with a pickup from your hotel in Istanbul. You'll be transferred to the airport for a short domestic flight. Flights usually depart between 7:00 and 8:00 AM, giving you a full day to explore.
Upon landing in İzmir, your professional guide and driver will meet you at the airport. From there, enjoy a 1-hour scenic drive to the ancient city of Ephesus, where your guide will introduce you to the region's history.
Step into history with a fully guided tour of the ancient city:
Around 12:30–13:30, enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant. Relax and taste authentic dishes before continuing the afternoon program.
After Lunch, explore more cultural and religious highlights:
In the late afternoon (around 17:00), you'll return to İzmir Airport for your evening flight back to Istanbul. After landing, your driver will transfer you to your hotel. You'll arrive in the city by 19:30–20:00, completing a memorable journey through one of the world's most important ancient cities.
The tour lasts a whole day. You'll be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul early in the morning, fly to İzmir, spend the day exploring Ephesus and its highlights, then return to your hotel in Istanbul in the evening.
Yes, round-trip flights from Istanbul to İzmir are included, along with all airport transfers.
Yes, a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant is included. Drinks are not included and can be purchased separately.
Yes, families with children are welcome. Infants under 3 years old can join free of charge.
We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, bringing a hat, applying sunscreen, and packing a camera for optimal enjoyment. In Winter, bring a raincoat or jacket.
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