All Inclusive Private Ephesus Tour from Istanbul. Included Return flights
- Instant confirmation
- Hotel pickup
- Guided tour in English and Spanish
About this experience
Best way to visit Ephesus from Istanbul. Domestic flights are included. You will visit all highlights without any hassle.
Our representative will pick you up from your hotel in Istanbul in the mrning and you will be dropped off back to your hotel in Istanbul in the evening.
Private Tour for your family and friends
You will decide on departure time
Our tour guide will meet you at the Port/Hotel with your name sign,
Our professional tour guide will be with you from arrival till departure,
You will have flexibilty to spend how much time you want in each site and customize the itinerary,
You do not have to wait for other group members
You may stop to have pictures during your tour.
Next available dates
What’s included
- Domestic flights ( Istanbul to Izmir return ) ( luggage limit is 15 kg check in and 8 kg cabin )
- Traditional Turkish Lunch and Soft Drinks (Cola , Fanta, Sprite, Soda Water , Water )
- Professional Licenced Tour guide
- Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line )
- Round-trip private hotel transfers
- Transport by private vehicle
- Private Tour
Not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary
- 1
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport
Pick up from hotel ( Pick up time will be given during your confirmation ) and transfer to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen airport for morning flight to Izmir. Pick up time and flight details will be e-mailed you during your confirmation. Domestic flights tickets will be e-mailed you
- 2
Izmir, Adnan Menderes Airport
Arrive in Izmir Airport . Met by you tour guide with your name sign and drive to Ephesus ( 45 minutes drive )
- 3
Ancient City of Ephesus
40 min. drive to to Ephesus, walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings, among them The State Agora, Odeon, Memnius Monument, the Temple of Domitian, , Polio Fountain, Curetes Street, The Trajan Fountain, The Baths of Scholastica, Hadrian Temple, Latrina, Celcus Library, the gate of Mihridates and Mazues, Commercial Agora and The Grand Theater are two of the most impressive buildings in Ephesus. Grand theatre was built in 3rd century B.C and it was later expanded to 24.000 spectators by the Romans in the 1st century A.D. After Ephesus, lunch will be served in the garden of a local handicrafts center. Here you can see some of the traditional carpet weaving techniques used and enjoy viewing some splendid displays of beautiful carpets.
- 4
Terrace Houses
Terrace Houses is located on skirt of Pion Mountain. There are 6 residential units which were built on three man-made terraces. These houses were settled by wealty citizens of Ephesus. These houses were very fancy decorated with wall frescoes and floor mosaics. There are many steps to ascend from bottom to top.
- 5
House of Virgin Mary
After Lunch,. drive to visit House of Virgin Mary. This house is located on the Aladag Mountains 5 miles from Ephesus. At the third Ecumenical Council of 431 in Ephesus, it was claimed that Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. After the discovery of the house, the Archbishop of Izmir declared it a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited this place and prayed here.
- 6
St. John’s Basilica
After the House of Virgin Mary, drive to St. John’s Basilica, it is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill
- 7
Artemis Temple
visit the Artemis Temple where is one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World. before drive to Izmir airport Flight from Izmir to Istanbul
- 8
Istanbul Airport
Arrival to Istanbul airport. met by our representative and transfer to the hotel for overnight.
Good to know
- Duration
- 14 hours
- How you meet
- Hotel pickup
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Cancellation policy
- This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Guide
- Guided tour in English and Spanish
- Start times
- 05:30 · 06:00 · 06:30 · 07:00
Know before you go
- Infant seats available
- Passport required
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Dress code is smart casual
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Dress code is smart casual • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended • Not recommended for participants with heart complaints or other serious medical conditions • Not recommended for participants with back problems Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.
- Pick up from Your Hotel in Istanbul Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message
- Notes;
- a) Since all shore excursions involve some walking, we highly recommend that you wear comfortable low-heeled shoes and casual clothes.
- b) sun glasses and hats are recommended,
- c) Cameras are recommended,
Cancellation policy
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 14 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
This booking is non-refundable once confirmed.
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English and Spanish
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
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From AED 1,355 per person
