Daily Small Group Ephesus Tour from Istanbul by Flight
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- Instant confirmation
- Hotel pickup
- Guided tour in English
About this experience
The Daily Ephesus Tour From Istanbul is a full-day tour that will take you to one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world, located on the Aegean coast of Turkey.
The tour starts early in the morning with a pick-up from your Istanbul hotel and a transfer to the airport for a flight to Izmir.
Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide and driver and taken to Ephesus, where you will embark on a guided tour of the ancient city.
After exploring Ephesus, you will have lunch at a local restaurant and then visit the House of the Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis before returning to the airport for your flight back to Istanbul.
Stores to visit:
Carpet Weaving Village
Leather Factory
Next available dates
What’s included
- Istanbul – Izmir – Istanbul Domestic Flight Ticket
- Professional Licensed Tour Guide
- Lunch
- Fully Air-Conditioned Vehicle
Not included
- Driver & Guide Tips – Gratitue
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks
- Admission fee to Ephesus Ancient City 40 €
- Admission fee to House of Virgin Mary 700 TRY
Itinerary
- 1
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.
- 2
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.
- 3
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.
Good to know
- Duration
- 13 hours
- How you meet
- Hotel pickup
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English
- Start times
- 02:00 · 02:30 · 03:00 · 03:30 · 04:00 · 04:30 · 05:00 · 05:30 · 06:00
Know before you go
- Infants must sit on laps
- Passport required
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- No public transportation nearby
- Infant seats unavailable
- 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 from centrally located hotels in Istanbul
- Transfer to Istanbul airport for a flight to Izmir
- Arrival at Izmir airport and transfer to Selcuk/Kusadasi
- Drop-off at your hotel in Istanbul after the tour
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- Less than 1 day before: no refund
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 13 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · Less than 1 day before: no refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
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From AED 1,679 per person (9–15 travelers)Free cancellation
