Turkey · Archaeology

Ephesus Small Group Tour From Izmir

9 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in İzmir. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the ancient city of Ephesus with a professional guide
  • 02 Visit the House of the Virgin Mary
  • 03 See the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
  • 04 Discover the historic Isabey Mosque in Selcuk
  • 05 Travel from Izmir in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
  • 06 Enjoy included lunch during the tour

Discover the ancient wonders of Ephesus on a full-day small group tour from Izmir. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional guide and explore one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world, known for its monumental streets, impressive theatre, and remarkable Roman-era landmarks.

Along the way, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, the Temple of Artemis, and the Isabey Mosque for a well-rounded look at the region’s archaeological, religious, and architectural heritage. Lunch, hotel pickup, and drop-off are included for a convenient day trip from Izmir.

Along the way, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, the Temple of Artemis, and the Isabey Mosque for a well-rounded look at the region’s archaeological, religious, and architectural heritage.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 9 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Izmir, Ephesus
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Ephesus Ancient City

Ephesus, was the second largest city in the Roman Empire over 250.000 people in the 1st BC. Ranking only behind Rome it was the second largest city in the world. Ephesus was also a harbour city. And, this giant city was built only with marbel. Did you know Ephesus had a largest amphitheater in the ancient world over 25.000 seats? Also see Goddess Nike, Local pharmacy, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcius (the third largest library), Marbel Street and Harbour Street. 

Temple of Artemis

Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. It was located in Ephesus and it was one the seven wonders of the world. 

The House of Virgin Mary

The House of Virgin Mary, is a place where according to the beliefs of many people Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her last years of her life. She was supposed to arrive at Ephesus together with St. John and lived there in the years 37-45 CE until her Assumption or Dormition. 

The Isabey Mosque

The Isabey Mosque, constructed in 1374 – 1375, is one of the oldest and most impressive works of architectural art remaining from the Anatolian Beyliks. The mosque is stuated in outskirts of the Ayasuluk Hills at Selcuk – Ephesus. 

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in İzmir. 2 cities · 9 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Pick Up & Drop Off
  • Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Insurance
  • Lunch
  • Professional Tour Guide

What's Not Included

  • Driver – Guide Tips & Gratitue
  • Personal Expenses
  • Drinks
  • Ancient City of Ephesus

Know before you go

  • STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE
  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • You will be picked-up from your hotel with feeder vehicle. Then you will meet with the our main tour bus at Selcuk.
  • Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • Virgin Mary's House entrance fee is 700 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • Pick-up time: The exact pick-up time will be provided by us, but it's typically between 7:30-8:00 am, depending on your location in Izmir.

    Pick-up location: The tour operator will pick you up from your hotel in Izmir or a pre-arranged meeting point.

    Drop-off location: You will be dropped off at the same location where you were picked up, either your hotel or the pre-arranged meeting point.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in İzmir.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in İzmir.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 9 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in İzmir..

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