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From Izmir: PRIVATE Best of Ephesus Tour (Skip-the-Line)

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7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $181

See unbelievable ruins and some of Turkey’s best archaeological sites during this guided day trip to Pergamum and Asklepion from Izmir. Discover the 4th century city of Pergamum home to one of the largest ancient libraries, the impressive Altar of Zeus and the inclined Theatre of Anatolia. You will see the Roman Medical Center remnants of Asklepion where Galen, a famous physician, completed his finest work.

Small-Group Full Day Pergamum and Asklepion Tour from Izmir

4.3

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8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $225

Discover thousands of years of history in a single day on a small-group tour to Ephesus from Izmir. After an easy transfer from your hotel, follow your guide on an immersive tour of the iconic archeological complex. You’ll also enjoy free time to explore independently and take photos. Later, visit the House of the Virgin Mary and the remaining column of the Temple of Artemis before returning to Izmir.

Ephesus Small Group Tour from Izmir

3.0

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7 hoursFree Cancellation

from $149

Ephesus, Was an ancient port city whose well-preserved ruins are in modern-day Turkey. the city was once considered the most important greek city and the most important trading center in the mediterranean region.Temple of Artemis:is as one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. It has been built in the areas of Ephesus in Selcuk.Virgin Mary House,is located on the top of the "Bulbul" mountain 9 km ahead of Ephesus, the shrine of Virgin Mary enjoys a marvelous atmosphere hidden in the green. After tour,you will be back to your hotel.

Guided Ephesus Tour From/to Izmir

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5 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $187

Enjoy the convenience and luxury of a 1-hour private transfer between İzmir Adnan Menderes International Airport and Kusadasi. Your personal driver, who will be holding your name on a sign when they meet you at either location, offers up to 60-minutes of free waiting time so that you can relax during arrival. Sit back as if it were first class—a comfortable Mercedes Vito or Sprinter vehicle and complimentary soft drinks are included.

From-to Izmir AirPort to-from Kusadası Private Airport Transfer

4.6

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1 hourFree Cancellation

from $90

Izmir. The third biggest city in Turkey. Turkey's Aegean shores are among the loveliest landscapes in the country and Izmir has it all. The magnificent coastline, lapped by the clear water of the Aegean Sea, abounds in vast and pristine beaches surrounded by olive groves, rocky crags and pine woods. Dotted with idyllic fishing harbours, popular holiday villages and the remains of ancient civilizations attesting to the inheritance of more than 5,000 years of history, culture and mythology, this region offers a holiday with something for everyone - nature lovers, sun worshippers, photographers, sports enthusiasts, sailors and archaeologists. Along the whole length of the coast, accommodation to suit every taste and price range can be found. Our Izmir city tour will take you a 5000-year-old journey with a touch of traditional Turkish culture. Not to be missed!

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Private Tour in İzmir

5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $444

Located around 13 miles (21 kilometers) inland from Kusadasi, the ancient city of Ephesus is a remarkable collection of ancient Greek and Roman ruins. Instead of taking a chance on the Turkish roads and finding your own way there from Kusadasi, join this small group tour and take a convenient shuttle bus to this UNESCO World Heritage Site straight from your hotel. Explore classical landmarks like the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and the Temple of Hadrian.

Izmir to Private Ephesus - Artemission Temple-Mother Mary's House

4.9

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6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

from $199

Discover Ephesus and its incredible UNESCO-listed treasures on this private guided adventure. Wander through the enchanting ruins, visit the peaceful House of Virgin Mary, and explore the fascinating Ephesus Museum. Your day includes a delightful Turkish lunch, insightful guidance, and comfortable transportation, with easy pick-up from Kusadasi, Bodrum, or Istanbul. Immerse yourself in Turkey’s rich history and blend of culture and archaeology—it's an experience you won't forget.

Private Daily Trip : Make the most of your time in Ephesus

7 to 16 hoursFree Cancellation

from $142

Izmir Airport ADB Transfers to Izmir City Centre Hotels

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25 to 40 minutesFree Cancellation

from $90

Start your adventure with a private pick-up from your hotel in Izmir or the Izmir Airport, ensuring a seamless and comfortable beginning to your journey. Arrive at Pamukkale, a surreal natural wonder renowned for its dazzling white travertine terraces, formed by mineral-rich hot springs over centuries. Known as the "Cotton Castle," this UNESCO World Heritage Site offers a magical landscape that feels like stepping into a dream. Continue to Hierapolis, the ancient Greco-Roman city perched above the terraces. Explore its well-preserved ruins, including the spectacular Roman theater, which provides panoramic views of the terraces and the stunning surrounding landscapes. Conclude your day with a hassle-free return to your Izmir accommodation. This private tour is fully customizable, allowing flexibility to cater to your preferences and ensuring a truly personalized experience.

Private Pamukkale - Hierapolis Day Tour from Izmir Port / Hotels

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10 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

from $301

Wade through Pamukkale’s mysterious travertines and stroll along Hierapolis’ ancient streets on a private full-day tour from Izmir. Your guide will provide illuminating historical commentary from your guide that adds a richness not found in overcrowded group tours. You’ll also enjoy free time to explore the UNESCO-listed site independently and at your own pace. Addrenaline-loving travelers can upgrade the experience to include a paragliding tour (additional expense).

Private Fascinating Pamukkale Tour

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6 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $355

Ephesus is one of Turkey’s most visited ancient sites, but most visitors don’t explore beyond its star attractions. This private tour from Izmir is designed for archeology lovers, including a tour of key ruins such as the Odeon, Celsus Library and Great Theatre, plus a visit to the Ephesus Archeology Museum to discover the lesser-known excavations and learn more about the site’s historic significance.

Ephesus and Museum Group Tour

6 to 8 hours

from $235

Izmir and Aegean Gems: Ephesus, Pamukkale and City Tour Discover the historical and natural wonders of the Aegean, starting and ending in vibrant Izmir. This comprehensive package combines culture and natural beauty. Izmir: Guided city tour of the Kordon, ancient Agora, and the iconic Clock Tower. Explore the local bazaar and learn about the city's Hellenic and Ottoman history. Ephesus: Step back in time at this best-preserved classical city. See the Celsus Library, Great Theatre, and the site of the Temple of Artemis (a Wonder of the Ancient World). Pamukkale: Witness the surreal, brilliant white thermal terraces (UNESCO World Heritage). Explore the ancient Greco-Roman city of Hierapolis and its vast Necropolis. Option to swim in the thermal Cleopatra Pool. Book now for an unforgettable journey through Turkey's Aegean heritage!

Izmir VIP Tour and Cultural Area City Center, Ephesus

4 to 10 hours

from $435

Discover the wonders of the ancient city of Ephesus and its nearby sites with a private day tour from Izmir. A flexible itinerary allows you to set the pace for this personalized excursion without the constraints of a group tour. Begin with an immersive exploration of the archaeological complex, then head to other key landmarks, including the Temple of Artemis, the House of Virgin Mary, and Isa Bey Mosque.

Private Ancient Ephesus Tour From Izmir Hotels / Airport

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8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $449

This half-day guided tour to Izmir begins with the 4th century Castle of Alexander the Great built on Pagos Hill overlooking the city. Nearby, is the well preserved Roman market place, the Agora. This has become the Agora Open-Air Museum of Izmir holding many historical artifacts. The symbol of Izmir is a beautifully carved marble Clock Tower which stands in the centre of Konak Square. It has four fountains round it and is about 113 years old. You will then be taken round the bay to Karsiyaka, a residential area before crossing the bay by ferry boat to see Kemeralti, the old Bazaar built by the Ottomans.

İzmir Tour by Khalid

5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $270

In the morning, you will be picked from your Izmir hotel and drive to Ephesus. We reach to Ephesus. 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? 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. Temple of Artemis or Artemision, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek Temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. The Isabey Mosque, constructed in 1374 – 1375, is one of the oldest and most impressive works of Anatolian Beyliks. In the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel. Stores to visit: Turkish Carpet Village Leather Factory

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Guided Private Classic Ephesus Tour From Izmir

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6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from

$303

$344

Private Full day Ephesus Tour From Izmir(Skip the Line)

7 hoursFree Cancellation

from $450

Join the Independent Pamukkale Tour From Izmir With Hot Air Balloon Flight, and get to experience, from first-hand, how it feels to be flying above Pamukkale’s most famous sites. Better still, enjoy a breath-taking sunrise and feel the idyllic atmosphere, at one of the best locations for a hot air balloon flight. This unique experience is available on a daily basis, and promises to fill you with emotions, great images, and long-lasting memories. ✅ Enjoy the magnificent view over Pamukkale landscapes during sunrise. ✅ Fly in a hot air balloon over the world-famous Unesco site of Pamukkale. ✅ Have 3 hours free time after your flight to explore Pamukkale and its famous white cliffs on your own. ✅ Our experienced pilots will change the take-off site daily to offer the best flight path according to wind conditions . ✅ Benefit from hotel transfers and insurance, included within the tour price.

Independent Pamukkale Tour From Izmir With Hot Air Balloon Flight

12 to 13 hoursFree Cancellation

from $1,000

In addition to the standard Ephesus tour, many interesting visiting points and information from recent excavations. More time at visiting places to live the spirit of Ephesus and Virgin Mary. A comprehensive tour that you can customize completely according to your wishes. Very well organized Shore Excursion from local family business. Officially licensed local guides, latest model vehicles, clean and reliable local restaurants, reliable shopping. There is no doubt that we will do your best to provide you with the comfort, convenience and the best service on your tours. What we do on tour ? ; After visiting the Virgin Mary's house and Ephesus, we will taste excellent Turkish local dishes in the middle of the day. Of course, after lunch, we listen to the stories of tea and turkish coffee, which is indispensable for Turks, and sip it. Have you heard about fortune telling from a coffee cup? You will hear yours :) Then we visit the temple of Artemis and talk about Basilica of St. John.

5 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Ephesus Tour from Izmir

from $90

Explore Ephesus Ancient Ruins and Historic Wonders Tour

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

from $60

Explore the ancient city of Ephesus on this enriching 7-hour tour from Izmir. Discover iconic landmarks such as the Temple of Artemis and the Library of Celsus, and uncover the captivating history of this archaeological treasure with your expert guide. Enjoy a delicious lunch and immerse yourself in local culture with stops for Turkish tea, delightful sweets, and a visit to a traditional carpet-weaving village. This tour is ideal for history lovers and travelers eager to experience the depth and beauty of Turkey’s rich heritage. - Comprehensive 7-hour tour of Ephesus from Izmir - Visit major historical sites with informative guide commentary - Lunch included at a local restaurant - Convenient Hotel - Port - Airport pickup and drop-off included

Private Ephesus Ancient City Tour from Izmir with Lunch

6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $102

Conveniently departing right from the Izmir Airport, this private tour takes you to see the sites of Ephesus and Meryemana. Your guide will welcome you with a personalized sign, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience. Enjoy the freedom to explore each site at your own pace, as well as the option to make small itinerary adjustments. As this is a private tour, you don't have to worry about feeling rushed.

Half-Day Ephesus and Meryemana Private Tour from İzmir Airport

2 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $484

Your tour guide will welcome you in the meeting point. Firstly you going to see House of Mother Mary (this holy place has been visited by various popes and the consecration of the Patriarchate. The first pilgrimage was made by Pope XIII. Leo who came in 1896. It was last visited by Pope Francis in 2014), you will feel yourself in a very peaceful and blessed atmosphere in the House of Mother Mary. Next places will be Ephesus Ancient City, you will see the old Roman structures. Celsus Library, Grand Theatre, Latrinas and Hellen's traces of history. You will get all information from the guide. Later on. you will taste Turkish foods. You will see one of the seven wonders of the World which is the Artemis Temple. You will get experience of history, religion and culture and We drop Our Guests back to Port.

Family Package up to 15 Ephesus Tour from Izmir Port and Hotels

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

from $600

Begin your Ephesus and pamukkale Tour From İzmir with easy transfers from your hotel or port, guided by an expert to explore significant sites. First, visit the tranquil House of Mother Mary, a place of deep historical and spiritual importance. Then, explore the ancient city of Ephesus, marveling at the Roman Empire's architectural feats like the Celsus Library and the Grand Theatre. Your guide will enrich your understanding of these historical marvels. The tour concludes with delicious Turkish cuisinee. Blending cultural experiences with historical discovery. carrying memories of history, spirituality, and culture.

Private Ephesus and Pamukkale Day Tour from İzmir

9 hours 3 minutesFree Cancellation

from $350

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Alaçatı & Çeşme Chill Tour: Vibes, Streets & Snapshots

Pallavi_J, Apr 2026

Loved the tour!

Faruk did a great job in organizing this tour and executing per plan. The pickup and drop off from my hotel in Izmir were smooth. The tour was well paced and I loved all the places I saw. Faruk took awesome pictures and also recommended an outstanding lunch place to try in Alacati.

Ephesus Tour From Izmir

Karen_K, Apr 2026

Ephesus is a beautiful...

Ephesus is a beautiful city still with many of the structure restored. The guide, Mr Alperen was very knowledgeable and was detailed in his explanation. It was also interesting to visit the Temple of Artemis, pottery place and Turkish delight shop where we bought their cold press olive oil! The experience of this trip was great and enjoyable! The weather was forecasted to be rainy all day but thank God, the rain didn’t last long and came only when we finished the temple of Artemis!

Tailor-Made Private Ephesus Tour with Local Experiences

Tim_S, Feb 2026

Best private tour experience

Gökçe was extremely knowledgeable, thoughtful, and genuinely attentive to what mattered most to me. This was a long day, yet I never felt rushed. The tour was handled with care and flexibility throughout, with helpful guidance that made it easy to make good decisions without any pressure. Personal requests were accommodated smoothly, and the experience felt truly customized rather than scripted. If you’re looking for a private tour that adapts to you and treats the day with respect and professionalism, this is an excellent choice.

Ephesus Tour with Virgin Mary From Izmir All Inclusive

Thomas_W, Feb 2026

Amazing tour with an amazing guide!

A perfect way to see the unbelievably well preserved city of Ephesus. Erman was a very friendly guide and had endless knowledge of all the history surrounding these sites. The ride was quick and comfortable and the lunch was very good as well. I highly recommend this tour when in Izmir!

Private Tour from Izmir to Ephesus, Artemission, Virgin Mary House incl. Lunch

Amy_G, Jan 2026

Wonderful Day Trip to Ephesus

Great day either with Ozgur. The pick up from our hotel was smooth. There were three of us in a large van, so very comfortable. It was a private tour, so Ozgur was open to any suggestions, and we had good conversation throughout the day. Visiting Ephesus is an amazing experience. Don’t miss it if you are in Izmir.

PRIVATE Ephesus Full Day Tour from Izmir

Emily_D, Dec 2025

BOOK THIS TOUR!!! Fabulous Experience, Brilliant Guide!

WOWOW! What a tour!!! Asli very generously picked us up from the airport with our great driver, (who introduced himself as, "Boss"), and took us straight from Izmir to our day in Ephesus. On the way, she shared tons of details about the region, and was *so* accommodating to our needs—even flipping the schedule to let us have lunch upon arrival. Asli made sure to pack our time with as much information and history as she could, and she did so from a place of deep love and enthusiasm. Ephesus was hands down the most interesting place my husband and I have ever visited, and it was all thanks to Asli's vast knowledge and passion for the region. We are so lucky to now call Asli a friend of ours, and would recommend her tour to ANYONE!!! Please book this tour if you are visiting Izmir and Ephesus!!!

Ephesus Tour with Temple of Artemis and Sirince Village From Izmir

Sean_W, Nov 2025

10/10. The host was...

10/10. The host was phenomenal in explaining the history, the variety in activities throughout the day between the ruins, witnessing a carpet/textile site near the ruins, lunch and then finishing in Sirince made for a phenomenal day. Must do activity when you’re in Izmir

Full Day Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour from Izmir

Jacqueline_N, Oct 2025

A really great day, sights, water, views theatre shopping all of it great,

It was a really great day, the driver was very nice, pick up on time, 2 hr drive into the area, & the tour guide was terrific, he explained everything with details and the information was great, the sights were incredible, the only disappointment was the Cleopatra swimming baths were under construction, so probably in a month they said it could be open again, so no swimming in the cleopatra baths, But still you have those waters where you can walk in, some up to your thighs if you like for healing properties it’s like 3 gigantic layers size pools, and you see the mountains of white, the tour guides patience, kindness, and caring with the group was really fantastic, the food was good, it was a huge restaurant style place buffet style & a really big dessert layout with so many choices, the shops and stops were so great, this was a really great tour I would do it again when I come back. Don’t hesitate it’s well worth it. 10 out of 10

Small Group Ephesus Day Trip from Izmir

W_Y, Oct 2025

Interesting historical tour

Perfect sized tour of the ancient city of Ephesus, well worth the flight from Istanbul to Izmir and onto Ephesus. A visit to the House where the Virgin Mary lived out her last days, and then a great tour of Ephesus, a thriving city back in ancient times. The Temple of Artemis, one of the Ancient wonders is no longer there but what remains gives you a scale of the glory in ancient times. Our guide was great and knowledgeable, allowing stops to make sure no one was too exhausted given the heat. Overall excellent tour!

Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting & Mediterrranean Lunch

Tamara_S, Oct 2025

Do not have to be a history buff to LOVE this day

My group was not all that excited to take the tour to Ephesus but it seemed like the thing to do since this as a cruise stop. We could not have been more wrong and absolutely loved the entire day from start to finish. The good vibes started with the impeccable communication from the tour provider Phoenicia travel. The owners are a husband and wife team who truly care about providing a quality experience. Our guide was co-owner Nesrin. Not only was her English perfect, she was a truly lovely person who really knew her stuff and added so much to our experience. We first toured Ephesus which was truly amazing. Far more interesting than I would have thought. Nesrin's passion for the place was contagious. We did do the add-on option for the Terrace Houses which was well worth the extra 15e. We then went to a farm to eat a very tasty family-style lunch with wine. There we saw how handmade rugs are made. We were very up front we would not be buying any but they were still happy to show us how they are made. They were not pushy like I had feared. We then went to an absolutely beautiful castle looking winery for a tasting. The entire day was perfect. Nesrin even took the time to introduce my girlfriend to her friend who sells leather purses back at the port so that she could get the friends and family discount. I cannot recommend this excursion enough.

From-to Izmir AirPort to-from Kusadası Private Airport Transfer

Heidi_C, Sep 2025

Amazing service and value. Look no further

Extremely professional. Upon booking the agency contacted me right away which was reassuring as there weren’t that many reviews. The guy who picked us up came early. Car was clean and air conditioners . We changed pick up time and the agency was responsive. Don’t hesitate to use this agency. Will definite use them again if I come back.