Ephesus Tour from Izmir Hotels or Izmir Airport

Ephesus Tour from Izmir Hotels or Izmir Airport

Full-Day Guided Cultural Experience

Tour Overview

Discover one of the most remarkable archaeological treasures of the ancient world with our Ephesus Tour from Izmir Hotels or Izmir Airport. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this full-day guided experience offers a seamless journey into ancient history, biblical heritage, and sacred pilgrimage sites, all with comfortable transfers from Izmir.

Once a prominent harbor city of the Ionian League, Ephesus was among the most important commercial and religious centers of the ancient world. It is also mentioned in the Book of Revelation as one of the Seven Churches of Asia and holds deep significance for Christianity due to its connection with the Virgin Mary, St. Paul, and St. John the Evangelist.

Highlights of the Tour

• House of the Virgin Mary
  Visit this sacred Catholic and Muslim pilgrimage site located on the slopes of Bülbül Mountain. Discovered in the 19th century following the visions of Anne Catherine Emmerich, the house was officially declared a Holy Place by Pope Pius XII in 1951.

• Ephesus Ancient City
  Walk along marble-paved streets and explore one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world, featuring:

  • Library of Celsus

  • Great Theatre

  • Temple of Hadrian

  • Fountain of Trajan

  • Hercules Gate

  • Temple of Domitian

• Temple of Artemis
  Visit the site of the first marble temple in history, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although only one column remains today, its historical significance remains immense.

• Traditional Turkish Lunch
  Enjoy a freshly prepared lunch at a local restaurant.

Ephesus Tour Program

• Meet your professional licensed guide at Izmir city hotels or Izmir Airport

• Approx. 1-hour scenic drive to Selçuk

• Visit House of the Virgin Mary

• Guided exploration of Ephesus Ancient City

• Lunch at a local Turkish restaurant

• Visit Temple of Artemis

• Return transfer to Izmir Hotels or Izmir Airport

🕒 Tour schedule is fully flexible and can be adjusted to match your flight arrival and departure times.

What’s Included

✔ Entrance fees to Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary & Temple of Artemis
✔ Pick-up & drop-off from Izmir Hotels or Izmir Airport
✔ Air-conditioned transportation
✔ Professional English-speaking tour guide
✔ Lunch at a local restaurant

What’s Not Included

✘ Drinks during lunch
✘ Personal expenses
✘ Tips & gratuities (optional)
✘ Entrance fee for Terrace Houses