Ephesus Private Day

5.0
(18 reviews)
Izmir, Turkey

8 to 10 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 2 more

Enjoy a private and thoughtfully paced exploration of Ephesus and Selçuk with a dedicated vehicle, professional driver, and licensed guide reserved exclusively for your group. The flexible itinerary allows you to focus on the places that interest you most while experiencing the region in comfort.

Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, walk through the marble streets of Ephesus, and admire the beautifully preserved Terrace Houses near the Library of Celsus. Continue to the Basilica of St. John, the Temple of Artemis, the Grotto of the Seven Sleepers, and the historic İsa Bey Mosque, each representing a different chapter of the region’s classical, Christian, and Islamic heritage.

Pause for lunch at a local restaurant in Selçuk before continuing your journey. With personalized guidance, separate driver and guide, and the freedom to explore at an unhurried pace, this private tour offers a deeper and more refined experience of the wider Ephesus area.

What's Included

Pickup and drop-off
Tour Guide
Private Transport
Private driver (your guide and driver are two separate individuals)
Lunch and Drinks
Ephesus Entry Fee
Virgin Mary House entry fee
Tips
Terrace House Entry Fee
St. Jean Basilic entry fee
Tempel of Artemis
Ephesus Museum entry fee

Meeting and pickup

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

We will pick up all our guests from their own location.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 to 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Izmir

    Take all guests from their hotel and continue to Selcuk for visit.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

    Visiting the Virgin Mary House

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Ancient City of Ephesus

    Visiting Ephesus Ancient City

    2 hours Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    Basilica of St. John

    Visiting Basilica of and Tomb of St. Jean

    45 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Ephesus Terrace Houses

    This is a location within the ancient city of Ephesus. Adjacent to the library of Celsus, this marvelous elite houses are very well preserved.

    20 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6
    Selcuk

    Take our lunch at the place at the local restaurant

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 7
    The Temple of Artemis

    Considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, Ephesus’ Temple of Artemis was dedicated to the goddess of the hunt. Only the foundation and one column remain of this temple which once measured 425 feet long, 220 feet long.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Grotto of the Seven Sleepers

    It is both a Christian and Muslim legend. Seven young people, denying the Pagan ways and loyal to One God belief, escaped from Pagan King and sleep for a few centuries.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 9
    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.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 10
    Izmir

    Come back to Izmir, and take off all guests to their hotel.

    1 hour Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Gezenthi Travel Agency

Tags

Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Archaeology Tours
Car Tours
Shore Excursions
Excellent Quality
Additional fees
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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