Turkey · Religious & Spiritual

7-Hour Ephesus Tour from İzmir with Virgin Mary Shrine

7 Hours Round trip from Sultaniye Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the shrine of the Virgin Mary near Ephesus
02 Explore the spectacular ruins of Ephesus from the period of St. Paul
03 See landmarks such as the Odeon, Library, Great Theatre, Roman Baths, and Gymnasium
04 Discover the Temple of Artemis, one of the ancient world's iconic sites

Travel back in time on this 7-hour guided trip from İzmir to discover the House of Virgin Mary and the ancient city of Ephesus. Explore one of the great centres of early Christianity as you walk along cobbled streets lined with historic ruins, including the Library, the Great Theatre, fountains, temples, and Roman baths. The tour also includes a visit to the Temple of Artemis, one of the most famous monuments of the ancient world.

Continue to Ephesus and see the spectacular ruins from the period of St. Paul, some of which have been recently excavated.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Hours

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Izmir, Ephesus

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

İzmir to Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary

Pickup from the hotel or airport and depart for Ephesus, the veritable cradle of early Christianity.
Visit the shrine of the Virgin Mary.
Continue to Ephesus and see the spectacular ruins from the period of St. Paul, some of which have been recently excavated.
See the Odeon, the Bouleterion, fountains, temples, the brothel, the Library, the Great Theatre, Roman Baths, and the Gymnasium.
Have a quick lunch and visit the Temple of Artemis before heading back.