Top Selçuk Full-day Tours

Explore beyond Selcuk or Kusadasi on a full-day tour to some of western Turkey’s highlights: the incredible salt terraces and hot springs at Pamukkale, and the Ancient Greek ruins at Hierapolis. This fun full-day tour will appeal to travelers interested in both nature as well as ancient culture, and the sites are conveniently located beside each other. Enjoy an optional swim in the antique Cleopatra’s Pool, if you like.

This exclusive tour is designed for cruise guests who seek more than a standard sightseeing experience. Walk in the footsteps of ancient civilizations as you explore Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, and the Temple of Artemis with a licensed expert guide who brings history to life with engaging, in-depth storytelling. What sets us apart? A traditional Turkish lunch in a serene weaving village, small-group comfort, skip-the-line access, and personalized attention from start to finish. With convenient pickup from Kuşadası port and a carefully timed itinerary to match your ship’s schedule, this tour offers a seamless blend of history, culture, and local flavor—crafted specifically with North American travelers in mind.

Immerse yourself in history during this tour that includes an exploration of Ephesus and the Virgin Mary House. Discover where Virgin Mary may have spent her final days and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ephesus. Marvel at the well-preserved ruins and stroll down ancient marble streets. Admire the grand Library of Celsus, once a renowned Roman library, and behold the Temple of Artemis, an ancient Wonder of the World. Plus, lunch is included.

Add some excitement to your Kusadasi vacation at Turkey's largest waterpark, Aqua Fantasy. From the heart-pounding Black Hole Tunnel to the family-friendly kids' pool, there's something for everyone. A wave pool, hot tub area, and a Disney-style castle elevate the experience. With restaurants, a swim-up bar, and ample sunbeds, it's a perfect family day out. Courtesy round-trip transportation from your hotel ensures your day out begins and ends with comfort and convenience.

Join a private full-day Pamukkale sightseeing tour, with very convenient access from Ephesus. Choose a tour time that works for you based on your convenience. The full-day tour itinerary includes visits to Hierapolis, Cleopatra pools, and Pamukkale. Our private tour guide will take you around in a comfy air-conditioned vehicle.

Ephesus shouldn’t be missed when visiting Turkey, even with limited time to spare—but many group tours aren’t convenient for travelers with tight travel windows. On this full-day private tour, customize your itinerary, starting time, and departure point, with pickup options from Bodrum and Kusadasi hotels. Or, fly from Istanbul and check off Ephesus highlights in a day, with round-trip flights to Izmir included.

The ancient Roman city of Ephesus is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to one of the Seven Churches of the Revelation. With this tour, take in all the highlights of the impressive ruins, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, and see the site of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. After a Turkish-style lunch, visit the traditional village of Sirince, and indulge in a tasting of local wines.

Many people travel to Selcuk to see the unmissable Ephesus ruins, but while you’re in the area, don’t miss the natural and cultural wonders of Pamukkale and Hierapolis. This full-day small-group tour includes admission to the twin sites and lunch. Admire the bright white terraces of Pamukkale, walk uphill to Hierapolis, and optionally visit Cleopatra’s Ancient Pool with a separate entrance fee.

Discover Ephesus without the hassle of arranging transportation, tickets, and timing around your cruise schedule. This guided tour combines skip-the-line access with expert insights, helping you spend more time exploring ancient landmarks and less time waiting in queues. Get deeper understanding of the region’s historical and religious significance.

Recall the days of ancient Rome on this full-day trip to Ephesus from Istanbul by air. With a professional guide, explore the spectacular Greco-Roman Ephesus, Turkey’s archaeological showpiece. Stroll the ancient streets to marvel at the Basilica of St. John and the Temple of Artemis. You also get time to walk through the Ephesus Archaeological Museum to see the excavations of the ancient city and shop for local handicrafts.

Ephesus is a must for history enthusiasts, but large group tours often don’t offer enough flexibility for travelers with limited time. On this private full-day tour, get a chance to customize your experience, whether you’re departing from the cruise port in Kusadasi, a Bodrum hotel, or even coming all the way from Istanbul (with round-trip flight tickets to Izmir included). Lunch and guiding are included for a seamless package.

Discover the wonders of the archaeological site of Ephesus on a tour that is sure to be a highlight of your visit to Turkey. You’ll begin the full-day tour with a visit to Isa Bey Mosque, one of the most spectacular examples of Anatolian architecture. Head into the ancient city of Ephesus, and take a guided walk to the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Trajan Fountain. Explore the historical marble street, and stop at the Great Theater, where St. Paul preached. Lunch will be an open buffet at a local Turkish restaurant. Afterwards you’ll visit a carpet cooperative to see how the Turkish carpets are made by hand. See the shrine of the Virgin Mary, at the site where it is believed she lived her final years. In the late afternoon you’ll visit the Temple Of Artemis (Diana), on the site of one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World.

This Unesco city Pamukkale, a place where natural treasure meets the history. You will enjoy driving through country side and see different crops growing, hot springs and more to give you idea about villages and big cities of the Aegean Region.

Take the privilege of this private tour to enjoy a memorable day seeing the historical sights in the ancient city of Ephesus, the Virgin Mary House and the Temple of Artemis. Have the chance to visit Ephesus Experience Museum which combines technology and archeology and brings the ancient world alive without boundaries. Admire the fantastic mosaics and wall paintings of Terrace Houses and imagine how it would be like to be a wealthy Roman living in Ephesus.

Ephesus is one of Turkey’s most popular ancient attractions, and a must for archaeology buffs—but with limited time to spare, arranging a visit to these UNESCO-listed Greek ruins can be a challenge. Ideal for cruise ship passengers or anyone looking to maximize limited vacation days, this full-day private tour includes round-trip ground transfers from Kusadasi, Bodrum, or Istanbul (with domestic flights included), leaving you free to admire the scenery.

Enjoy an extraordinary day out, exploring Ephesus after flying to izmir from Istanbul. All the logistics will be taken care of for you, so you won’t have to stress at all today. You’ll get collected from your hotel, driven to the airport, and from there, just relax and enjoy the day tour. Your guide will show you the sites and take care of all the arrangements.

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.

Flowing in terraces that gleam white in the sunlight, the Pamukkale Thermal Pools are one of Turkey’s most photographed sights. Experience them, alongside the ancient city of Hierapolis and the Cleopatra Pools, thermal baths with submerged ancient ruins, on this private day trip with transfers from your Kusadasi hotel or the port. Your day includes a local restaurant lunch but entrance fees are at your own expense.

Ephesus is a must for history and archaeology enthusiasts, but trailing after a large group to hit a checklist of sights doesn’t suit every traveler—especially with limited time. Get a chance to customize your experience on this full-day bespoke private tour, whether you’re on an off-shore excursion from Kusadasi, traveling from Selcuk or Bodrum, or even coming all the way from Istanbul (with round-trip flight tickets to Izmir included).

Explore Ephesus from a biblical perspective without the stress of researching religious context or navigating multiple sacred sites on your own. This private tour connects key locations tied to early Christianity through guided storytelling, helping you understand their significance in one seamless experience. With a flexible, personalized approach, you can focus on the history and meaning rather than planning or interpretation.

This private tour of Ephesus is ideal if you’d like to explore the ancient city with only your own travel companions. Your guide offers insightful commentary and points out the best photo ops of the highlights, such as the Temple of Artemis, deemed one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. Spend as much time at each site as you wish during this full-day trip from Izmir.

Private Ephesus Tour – Our Most Popular Experience Explore the wonders of ancient Ephesus with your own private guide and luxury vehicle. This full-day tour includes skip-the-line tickets and pickup from Kusadasi Port, hotels, or Izmir Airport. Visit the Ephesus Ancient City, House of Virgin Mary, Basilica of St. John, and the Temple of Artemis—one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Enjoy comfort, flexibility, and a personalized experience tailored just for you.

You will discover one of the most important healing center of the ancient city Hierpolis and Pamukkale Travertines world. They are a UNESCO world heritage sites. You will feel yourself in the history at the same time, you will try the Hot thermal water then you will learn how the ancient people used thermal water for healing where is still kind of Spa for modern life. You have a chance the swim in Queen Cleopatra pool, called as Antique Pool as well. (Optional-Extra)