Turkey · Archaeology

Small Group Ephesus Full Day Tour with Lunch + Entry Fees

5 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Kuşadası. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the ancient city of Ephesus with a professional guide
  • 02 See the Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Hadrian Gate, and Marble Street
  • 03 Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, an important pilgrimage site
  • 04 Stop at the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
  • 05 Discover the historic Isabey Mosque in Selçuk
  • 06 Enjoy lunch during the tour
  • 07 Travel in a fully air-conditioned vehicle
  • 08 Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kuşadası or Selçuk are included

Discover the highlights of Ephesus on a guided small-group tour from Kuşadası or Selçuk. Explore one of Turkey’s most celebrated archaeological sites and walk through the ancient city’s remarkable streets, where landmarks such as the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, the Temple of Hadrian, and Marble Street bring the Roman world to life.

Your day also includes visits to the House of the Virgin Mary, the Temple of Artemis, and the Isabey Mosque, offering a rich mix of archaeology, history, and spiritual heritage. With lunch, admission fees, and guiding included, this is a convenient and immersive way to experience the cultural treasures of the Ephesus region.

Discover the highlights of Ephesus on a guided small-group tour from Kuşadası or Selçuk.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Kusadasi, Ephesus
Languages English, French, German, Spanish

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 Kuşadası. 2 cities · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Professional Tour Guide
  • Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Insurance
  • Admission Fees to All Attractions

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses
  • Guide & Driver Tips - Gratitue
  • Drinks

Know before you go

  • PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
  • INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • If you book this tour from Sirince, you have to pay 10 € charge for pick-up & drop off.
  • If you book this tour from Ozdere, you have to pay 20 € charge for pick-up & drop off.
  • If you book this tour from Davutlar or Guzelcamli, you have to pay 20 € charge for pick-up & drop off.
  • GUARANTEED RETURN ON TIME TO CRUISE
  • House of Virgin Mary entrance fee is 700 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • Pick-up: The tour includes free pick-up and drop-off service from all hotels in Kusadasi or Selcuk.
    Drop-off: At the end of the tour, guests will be dropped off at their respective hotels.

Logistics

Meeting & route

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

Your 5 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Kuşadası..

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