Top Izmir Day Trips

Pamukkale Tour from Izmir

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10 to 12 hoursFree Cancellation

from $143

6 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Ephesus Tour From Izmir

from $118

Ephesus Tour with Virgin Mary From Izmir All Inclusive

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7 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

from $138

Embark on a full-day adventure to discover Pamukkale and Hierapolis on a group tour from Izmir. Begin by traversing the stunning terraces of Pamukkale, known as the "Cotton Castle," and take a dip in the thermal pools. Later, explore the ancient city of Hierapolis, marvel at the well-preserved ruins, and visit the remarkable theater, necropolis, and Roman bath. Along the way, your guide will provide historical insights into the region for an enriching sightseeing experience.

Full Day Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour from Izmir

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13 hoursFree Cancellation

from $154

Explore Ephesus on a budget-friendly tour from Izmir. Enjoy round-trip transfers, expert guides, and visit iconic landmarks like the Library of Celsus. Discover the rich history of Ephesus with our budget-friendly tour from Izmir. Perfect for travelers seeking affordability and quality, this tour includes round-trip transportation, a professional guide, and visits to must-see attractions like the Library of Celsus, the Grand Theatre, and the Temple of Artemis. Experience ancient wonders without breaking the bank and create unforgettable memories. Reserve your spot today! EPHESUS ANCIENT CITY & VIRGIN MARY HOUSES ENTRANCE FEES ARE NOT INCLUDED ON PRICE!!! PLEASE DO NOT FORGET BRING 40 EURO FOR EPHESUS ANCIENT CITY AND 20 EURO FOR VIRGIN MARY HOUSE ENTRANCES!!! IT IS IMPORTANT BRING FEES IN CASH BECAUSE WE WILL EASILY ACCESS THE ARE WITH SKIP-THE-LINE!

Budget - Friendly Ephesus Tour from Izmir

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9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $42

Discover the captivating history of Ephesus on a half-day private or group tour from Izmir. Visit iconic landmarks like the Temple of Artemis, the Library of Celsus, and the Great Theater, as your guide shares fascinating insights. Enhance your experience by exploring nearby museums, markets, or traditional restaurants. Small-group tours have the option to include tickets, for added convenience, or opt for a private tour for the ability to customize your itinerary and enjoy a more personalized experience.

From Izmir: Ephesus, Artemis Private/Group Tour WITH TICKET+LUNCH

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5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $89

Ephesus Day Tour from Izmir with Lunch

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8 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

from $132

Discover the top attractions of Izmir and get the inside scoop on the city’s history on a full-day group tour. Riding public transportation enables you to hit the seaside metropolis’ top landmarks without breaking a sweat and gives you a local's perspective. Visit Kadifekale, Izmir Clock Tower, and more. The excursion is perfect for first-time visitors who want to orient themselves to the city for independent exploring

5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $90

FROM IZMIR Cruise Port: Ephesus and Mary's House Private Tour

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6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $79

Discover Çeşme & Alaçatı with a traveler’s eye and a photographer’s lens. I’ll pick you up from your hotel and we’ll head straight to the stunning Çeşme Marina, where elegant yachts, sea breeze and stylish cafés set the mood. We’ll enjoy the view, snap some great photos and breathe in the Aegean air. Next, we’ll visit Çeşme Castle, perched above the town, offering panoramic views and photo ops with a historic touch. Then it’s time to unwind at Ilıca Beach famous for its warm, shallow turquoise waters. You’ll have 30 minutes to swim, relax and soak up the sun. Finally, we’ll head to magical Alaçatı, where cobblestone streets, colorful houses, and charming vibes create a perfect ending to the day. Every corner is a postcard, and I’ll be there capturing your best moments. You’ll go home with unforgettable memories and professional travel photos. ⚠️ This is not a historical tour. I’m not a history guide but I’ll make sure you enjoy a safe, fun and scenic day in Çeşme and Alaçatı.

Alaçatı & Çeşme Chill Tour: Vibes, Streets & Snapshots

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5 hoursFree Cancellation

from $120

*Tailor-made your own tour. Choose what to see and where to visit. *Experience local food and beauties of Turkey together with must-see places. *Explore local shops before embark on your cruise. *Skip-the-line all entrances with pre-purchased tickets. Pay for the tickets at the end of your tour. This is a guided private tour. You will be the only one have your guide's attention and use your valuable time wisely during your stay in Kusadasi port of call. After you meet with your guide at the port, you will create your own unique itinerary. You can choose to visit any of the places below, *Ephesus Ancient City *Terrace Houses of Ephesus *Virgin Mary's House *St. John Basilica *Temple of Artemis *Sirince Old Greek Village *Kusadasi Town Center *Handcraft Shops and Ateliers *A delicious lunch in a local village atmosphere.

Tailor-Made Private Ephesus Tour with Local Experiences

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6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $75

Private Ephesus Tours from izmir hotels /port or airport(adb)

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7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $225

Experience an unforgettable day in one of the world’s oldest cities during this full-day small-group tour of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary from Izmir. After getting picked up from your hotel or the Izmir airport, head for the famous House of the Virgin Mary, where the biblical figure is believed to have last lived. Next it’s off to the ancient city of Ephesus, a former Greco-Roman empire and the most well-preserved ancient city in the world. Wander around the Temple of Domitian, the Temple of Hadrian, the Agora and the Odeon, among other popular sites. Explore the Terrace Houses and the Arcadian. You’ll break for lunch and then spend the afternoon at the Temple of Artemis and Şirince Village before traveling back to Izmir.

Ephesus Tour with Temple of Artemis and Sirince Village From Izmir

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8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $132

Discover the best of Konya, all in one day—and enjoy a fully personalized and flexible sightseeing experience—on this private tour. Meet your guide in the morning at your local hotel and travel by private vehicle. You’ll visit the Mevlana Muzesi (a Sufi center associated with whirling dervishes), the Alaeddin Mosque (one of the oldest mosques in Turkey), ancient monasteries and churches, and much more.

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $140

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PRIVATE Ephesus Full Day Tour from Izmir

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5 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

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$126

Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting & Mediterrranean Lunch

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5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $149

Small Group Ephesus Day Trip from Izmir

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8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $132

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6 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

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Pergamon Tour

from $227

Only in Izmir: Exploring the Seaside City’s Culinary Traditions

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6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $125

Ephesus Tours from İzmir often include visits to key attractions within the archaeological site, such as the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre in the Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and the House of Mother Mary. This ensures that visitors can fully appreciate the richness and diversity of Ephesus's historical and cultural heritage. Tours from İzmir are led by experienced guides who provide informative commentary about Ephesus, its history, and its cultural significance. They offer insights into the daily life of ancient Ephesians, the city's architectural marvels, and its role in ancient trade and commerce

Full Day Private Ephesus Tour From Izmir

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6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

from $85

Explore the profound biblical significance of Ephesus in a day dedicated to its sacred history. Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be her last earthly home, and the Basilica of Saint John, the resting place of the beloved disciple. Walk through the Ancient City of Ephesus, where Saint Paul preached and early Christians thrived, with an expert guide who offers insights into the region's religious and archaeological importance. - Visit the House of the Virgin Mary on Nightingale Mountain - Explore the Ancient City of Ephesus, a key site in early Christianity - Gain insights from a knowledgeable guide specialized in religion and history - Enjoy comfortable transport in a private, air-conditioned vehicle

Ephesus Biblical Tour House of the Virgin Mary and Ancient City

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5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

from $139

Spend a full day exploring Ephesus with a private guide, including round-trip private transportation from the Izmir Port. Sightsee in the ancient city of Ephesus, where you'll see the Seven Sleepers, Isa bey Mosque, Sirince Village, the Basilica of St. John, and other attractions. This private tour ensures personalized attention and the ability to customize your itinerary. Admission fees are your own expense.

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Private Izmir to Ephesus Full-Day Customizable Tour

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7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Complete your Ephesus bucket list in a single day on a small-group tour from Izmir. This excursion is perfect for travelers who want to see the best of the region’s historical attractions without feeling rushed. Hotel pickup and drop-off ensure a comfortable and comprehensive adventure. The well-paced itinerary includes visits to Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, the House of the Virgin Mary, Isa Bey Mosque, and more. Entrance fees are not included.

Ephesus Small Group Tour From Izmir

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8 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

from $118

Discover Turkey's remarkable cotton castle and magnificent ruins on a private day tour to Pamukkale and Hieropolis. Easy and comfortable private transportation from your Izmir hotel enables you to avoid the discomfort of a cramped tour bus and visit both historical sites comfortably and efficiently. Throughout the adventure, you'll enjoy immersive and dynamic commentary from your guide that takes you beyond the average tourist guidebook and impersonal group excursion.

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Private Day Tour to Pamukkale from-to Izmir

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9 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

from $325

Alaçatı & Çeşme Chill Tour: Vibes, Streets & Snapshots

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Kirsten_F, Apr 2026

Chilled and fabulous

This was fantastic. Very chill and relaxed - Faruk (who is a fantastic guide) lets you go at your own pace. I cannot recommend this enough - particularly if you're coming off the back of an Ephesus tour (which can be busy and intense!) Slow travel at its finest.

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 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.