All Izmir Tours & Excursions in 2026

Pamukkale was amazing! Our guide Ekim was also great and very punctual! I do wish we had more time at the travertines! 2 hrs to roam was just enough to make it to the end of the travertines and go to Cleopatra’s pool for 15 mins (which was 600 try extra). Maybe at 30 mins to 1 hr extra. Also the onyx factory tour is not on the tour guide - I know this is par for the course but it could be listed and shorter stay.

I went on this wonderful trip to Ephesus with my daughter and a friend, and we all had a truly enjoyable experience. Much of the credit goes to our guide, Alperen, who was both very pleasant and a true professional. He was extremely knowledgeable and shared fascinating information with genuine enthusiasm and infectious joy, making the entire visit even more memorable. We would also like to thank our driver for the safe and comfortable journey. We highly recommend this experience!

If I could give Faruk more than 5 stars, I absolutely would. From the moment he picked us up until the end of the tour, he was the definition of professionalism, kindness, and genuine hospitality. He made us feel completely comfortable and safe throughout the entire day while sharing interesting information about the places we visited. What made the experience truly unforgettable was how much he cared about making our day special. He took the most beautiful photos of us with his own camera, knew all the best viewpoints, and made sure we left with incredible memories not just of Çeşme and Alaçatı, but of Türkiye itself. If you’re lucky enough to have Faruk as your guide, you’re in the best hands. He turned a wonderful destination into an unforgettable experience. Thank you, Faruk, for your kindness, your dedication, and for making our trip so special. We will always remember this day.

Wonderful tour. Mehmet our tour guy was great. He was also very patient as my sister is 81 years old and needs to take her time. Also great driver and very comfortable car. We enjoyed our tour. A must see experience. Mehmet is very reliable and punctual.

I can't say enough positive things about this tour; we had an amazing time! Our guide, Api, was incredibly thorough, but, more than that, his enthusiasm, love of history, and pride in his heritage made him the #1 host out of every tour we took in our weeks through Greece and Istanbul! We took a number of guided tours in Athens, Izmir, and Istanbul, but Api was, by far, the most informative, kind, and helpful guide we encountered. He absolutely made the tour! We chose the Pide option for lunch, and enjoyed it; the transportation van was very comfortable.

We had a truly flawless day exploring Ephesus and its surroundings, thanks to the impeccable coordination by Selin at OTTI Travel. The day began perfectly with a prompt pickup right at our ship in Izmir. Our driver, Ahmed, was fantastic—he navigated the roads with total professionalism in a large, impressively comfortable van that made the commute a breeze. Selin is a world-class guide whose deep knowledge of Ephesus brought the history to life, from the iconic Library of Celsus to the fascinating Terrace Houses. The ancient site was undoubtedly the highlight of our day; seeing the towering ruins against the backdrop of glorious weather and piercing blue skies was an unforgettable experience. Selin’s storytelling and insights ensured we saw the best of the city while truly appreciating its monumental scale. Beyond the ruins, the itinerary Selin curated was exceptional and well-paced. We enjoyed a delicious, authentic lunch in the serene garden of the Turkmen Carpet Weaving Center, which provided a wonderful opportunity to relax and appreciate local hospitality in a beautiful setting. It was the perfect midday break between our historical explorations and our afternoon visits to local artisans. Before departing for Izmir, we explored several local highlights that rounded out the day perfectly. We stopped at a local leather shop and a ceramics studio to see incredible artistry, as well as a shop specializing in Turkish delights and other delicious food items. If you are looking for a seamless, high-end, and deeply informative tour while in port, I cannot recommend Selin, Ahmed, and the OTTI Travel team highly enough.

We had a great trip to Hierapolis and Pamukkale. Mustafa was a great guide. He provided great history and gave us ample time to take pictures. The ruins are fantastic. The Taverines of Pamukkale are beautiful. Our pickup from the Izmir hotel was on time and the ride was very smooth.

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