The journey commences from your lodging in Istanbul and wraps up at any accommodation in Kusadasi or Selcuk. Our package includes the one-way domestic airfare from Istanbul to Izmir. The itinerary features stops at the Ephesus Ancient City, House of Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis, Isabey Mosque and includes an open buffet lunch during your tour.
The journey commences from your lodging in Istanbul and wraps up at any accommodation in Kusadasi or Selcuk. Our package includes the one-way domestic airfare from Istanbul to Izmir. The itinerary features stops at the Ephesus Ancient City, House of Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis, Isabey Mosque and includes an open buffet lunch during your tour.
- Istanbul - The journey to Ephesus starts with a transfer to the airport if the “from-to Istanbul Hotels” option is selected. The driver will collect you from the hotel reception or your Airbnb location, provided parking is available. You will then be taken to the airport for your flight to Izmir. The roundtrip airport transfers in Istanbul and…
- Istanbul - The journey to Ephesus starts with a transfer to the airport if the “from-to Istanbul Hotels” option is selected. The driver will collect you from the hotel reception or your Airbnb location, provided parking is available. You will then be taken to the airport for your flight to Izmir. The roundtrip airport transfers in Istanbul and roundtrip Izmir/Ephesus flight tickets from Istanbul are included for the “from-to Istanbul Hotels” option.
- Izmir - Upon arrival at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, your tour guide and driver will be waiting at the arrivals terminal exit, holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred for an in-depth exploration of Ephesus and its surroundings. If you prefer to start this tour from your hotel in Izmir city center, your tour guide and driver will pick you up from there and drive to the Ephesus district for your private day trip. Pickup services from Izmir city hotels/airport are available for guests who booked the “from-to Istanbul Hotels” or “from-to Izmir Hotels/Airport” option.
- Bodrum - Your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Bodrum and drive to the Ephesus district for your private day trip. This service is available only for bookings made for the “from-to Bodrum Hotels/Airport” option.
- Kusadasi - Your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Kusadasi and drive to the Ephesus district for your private day trip. This service is available only for bookings made for the “from-to Kusadasi Hotels” option.
- Virgin Mary’s House - The first visit will be to the last home of the Virgin Mary. Upon arrival, you will be captivated by the natural beauty surrounding the monument. The House of Virgin Mary is located on the Aladag Mountains, 5 miles from Ephesus. At the third Ecumenical Council in 431 AD 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 house’s discovery, the Archbishop of Izmir declared it a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited and prayed there.
- Ancient City of Ephesus - Ephesus was one of the most significant harbor cities in the ancient world and is mentioned in the book of Revelations as one of the seven churches. The Celsus Library and theater in Ephesus are other highlights. You will see and visit the Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, the fountain of Trajan, Grand Theater, Hercules Gate, Odeon, Ancient Toilets, and many important historical buildings in this UNESCO-listed ancient city.
- Ephesus Experience Museum - At the Ephesus Experience Museum, you will travel back in time and immerse yourself in the mystical atmosphere of the ancient world. With the innovative approach of this amazing museum, an entirely mesmerizing experience is offered where time breaks free from its static confines and dances in perpetual motion, bringing historical artifacts to life and presenting interactive visual spectacles that will leave an indelible imprint on your memory.
- Selcuk - You will stop at a traditional Turkish restaurant for lunch. Today’s lunch is included during the guided tour. After lunch, you will experience a traditional handcraft cooperative to receive a lecture about the special arts of Turkish villagers.
- Ephesus Museum - This charming and well-organized museum not only houses findings from the ongoing excavations at the Ephesus archaeological site but also artifacts from the Cukurici Mound, the basilica of St John, and the Temple of Artemis.
- İzmir - At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Izmir or Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport for your next flight, if you booked the “from-to Izmir Hotels/Airport” or “from-to Istanbul Hotels” option.
- İstanbul - Upon arrival at the airport in Istanbul, your driver will be waiting to meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
- Bodrum City - At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Bodrum or Bodrum Airport for your next flight, if you booked the “from-to Bodrum Hotels/Airport” option.
- Kuşadası - At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kusadasi, if you booked the “from-to Kusadasi Hotels” option.

- A/C Transportation with Brand-New Vehicles
- Lunch
- Pick-up & drop-off services for hotels in Istanbul, Bodrum, Izmir, Kusadasi
- Pick-up & drop-off services for airports in Istanbul, Bodrum, Izmir
- Professional tour guide licensed by Ministry of Culture and Tourism
- Roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul (Valid for option of ‘from-to Istanbul Hotels’)
- A/C Transportation with Brand-New Vehicles
- Lunch
- Pick-up & drop-off services for hotels in Istanbul, Bodrum, Izmir, Kusadasi
- Pick-up & drop-off services for airports in Istanbul, Bodrum, Izmir
- Professional tour guide licensed by Ministry of Culture and Tourism
- Roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul (Valid for option of ‘from-to Istanbul Hotels’)
- Entrance Fees (Your tour guide will have pre-paid tickets for you can skip the line.)
- Drinks
- Entrance Fees (Your tour guide will have pre-paid tickets for you can skip the line.)
- Drinks
- Roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul, roundtrip airport transfers in Istanbul and Izmir are include for the bookings to option of “from-to Istanbul Hotels”. If you did not book this option, you can not get any of these services.
- The local tour operator can request your some passport details for the bookings of your roundtrip Izmir flight…
- Roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul, roundtrip airport transfers in Istanbul and Izmir are include for the bookings to option of “from-to Istanbul Hotels”. If you did not book this option, you can not get any of these services.
- The local tour operator can request your some passport details for the bookings of your roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul. If you do not share the details, your domestic flight tickets can not bookable.
- The local tour operator will send e-tickets of your domestic flights at one day before your tour date. You will not need the print out copies of the tickets for domestic flights. Your passport and reservation number on the tickets will be enough for check-in to plane. Please note that, the local tour operator will not do check-in because of the personal preferences of the guests.
- Roundtrip airport transfers in Izmir is include for the bookings to option of “from-to Izmir Hotels / Airport”. If you did not book this option, you can not get any of these services.
- Roundtrip airport transfers in Bodrum is include for the bookings to option of “from-to Bodrum Hotels / Airport”. If you did not book this option, you can not get any of these services.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. If you will be 1 adult + 1 child, the local tour operator can request & charge the amount of 2 adults.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.