Daily Ephesus Tour From Istanbul

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14 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover the outstanding ruins of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary on this day trip. Recall the days of ancient Rome on this full-day trip to Ephesus from Istanbul by air. With a professional guide, explore spectacular Greco-Roman Ephesus, Turkey’s archaeological showpiece.

Stroll the ancient streets to marvel at the 2nd-century Celsus Library, the Great Theater, and crumbled shops, bathhouses and temples. Bookend your trip with visits to the House of the Virgin Mary, Isabey Mosque, and the ruined Artemis Temple.

Opt to return to Istanbul or enjoy a drop-off in Kusadasi after your tour. Numbers are limited to 15 for a small-group experience.

Stores to visit:
Turkish Carpet Village
Leather Factory

What's Included

Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Lunch
Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
Professional Licensed Tour Guide
Airport Transportation
Istanbul – Izmir – Istanbul Domestic Flight Ticket
Drinks
Driver & Guide Tips – Gratitue
Entrance fee of Ephesus 40 €
Entrance fee of House of Virgin Mary 500 TRY

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up from all Istanbul European Hotels.

Itinerary

Duration: 14 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Ancient City of Ephesus

    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.

    3 hours • Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

    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.

    1 hour • Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    The 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 of the seven wonders of the world.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Isa Bey 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 situated on the outskirts of the Ayasuluk Hills at Selcuk – Ephesus.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
  • House of Virgin Mary entrance fee is 500 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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