All Izmir Tours &amp; Excursions in 2026

İzmir Airport Transfer to Bodrum, Didim, Kusadasi, Cesme, Fethiye

12 minutes to 20 hoursFree Cancellation

The ‘cotton castle’ of Pamukkale is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Turkey’s most stunning natural wonders. With this tour, marvel at the white travertine terraces of Pamukkale, follow in the footsteps of Cleopatra, and take a dip in one of the thermal pools (optional). Afterward, explore the ancient ruins of Hierapolis and see the Odeon, Roman Baths, and Theatre. Hotel pickup from Izmir is included for added convenience.

Pamukkale Small Group Tour From Izmir

12 to 14 hoursFree Cancellation

Wine Tasting Tour at Two Wineries in Urla Turkey

5 hoursFree Cancellation

*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

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

THIS IS A PRIVATE TOUR JUST FOR YOU, NOT A GROUP TOUR. DISCOVER EPHESUS WITH A PROFESSIONAL TOUR GUIDE. Ancient City of Ephesus is best preserved greek&roman city of Asia Minor. During the first centuries AD had 250,000 people population. Was the capital of Asian states of Roman Empire. During the visit you can see Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Public Toilets, The Great Theater, Marble Street. Also we will visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she spent her last years and finally we will pass by the Temple of Artemis, which was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

Private Ephesus and Virgin Mary’s House tour

4 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Explore some of western Turkey’s most significant ancient and early Christian sites without coordinating transportation, accommodations, or a complex multi-stop itinerary yourself. Departing from Izmir, this multi-day tour combines places connected to early Christianity with earlier historical landmarks, offering broader context across different periods of the region’s past. Travel between sites with the convenience of a planned route and guided insight throughout.

Seven Churches of Revelation 5 Days MINI Group Guided Tour

Seven Churches of Revelation 5 Days MINI Group Guided Tour

5 daysFree Cancellation

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.

Private Day Tour to Pamukkale from-to Izmir

Private Day Tour to Pamukkale from-to Izmir

9 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Travel from Izmir to Pergamon, one of the most important cities of the ancient world, and explore a remarkable landscape shaped by Hellenistic, Roman, and Byzantine history. With your professional guide, visit the ancient city and see its temples, terraces, public buildings, and steep hillside theatre while learning how Pergamon became a major center of culture, knowledge, and political power. The elevated setting also offers impressive views across the surrounding countryside. Continue to the Asklepion, one of antiquity’s most celebrated healing centers, where treatments once combined natural therapies, bathing, music, and dream interpretation. After the visit, enjoy a lunch break in Bergama and time to experience the atmosphere of the town before returning to Izmir. Blending archaeology, scenery, and stories from the ancient world, this tour offers a memorable journey through the history of Pergamon.

Pergamon Historical Tour in Izmir

8 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Pergamon Tour From Izmir

Arriving in a new destination is rarely a stress-free experience, especially when you have to wait for a taxi or shuttle bus. Take the hassle out of your arrival at Adnan Menderes Airport in Izmir during this one-way private transfer service. Get picked up by your own personal chauffeur directly after landing. Ride in your own comfortable Mercedes vehicle, with a front-door drop-off at any location within Izmir.

Private Transfer From Izmır Airport to Izmir City Hotels

Private Transfer From Izmır Airport to Izmir City Hotels

30 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Walk in the shadows of Gods in the comfort of a private tour from Izmir. Including the ancient city of Ephesus, sacred temple of Artemis, and House of the Virgin Mary, professional guides will recount tales of historical figures such as Mark Antony, Cleopatra, and Alexander the Great, each who walked the very same marble streets. This tour provides the perfect blend of architecture, art, and ancient opulence.

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

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

Bag two of Turkey’s most celebrated UNESCO World Heritage sites in a day on this private tour from your Izmir hotel, with your own personal guide. First, marvel at Pamukkale’s gleaming travertines then swim amid tumbled columns in the ruins of Hierapolis. Next, follow St. Paul’s footsteps to ancient Ephesus and see landmark sights like the Library of Celsus. Your day includes a local restaurant lunch but excludes entrance fees.

Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from İzmir

Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour with Lunch from İzmir

11 to 14 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch

5 to 6 hoursFree Cancellation

Small Group Ephesus Day Trip from Izmir

8 hoursFree Cancellation

Reaching Ephesus and its surrounding historical sites from Izmir can be challenging without arranging your own transportation. Leave the logistics to a guided day trip that combines the ancient city with the House of the Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis. Learn about the region’s Hellenistic, Roman, and early Christian history from your guide, with transportation and lunch arranged for a more convenient visit.

Ephesus Day Tour from Izmir with Lunch

8 to 11 hoursFree Cancellation

Izmir’s cuisine is unmistakably local, shaped by centuries of Mediterranean influences from Greek, Sephardic Jewish, Armenian, Levantine, Kurdish and Cretan communities. We’ll begin in an Ottoman-era tea garden with boyoz, slow-cooked eggs and local tulum cheese, followed by a taste from a third-generation helva maker. From there, we’ll sample traditional soups, freshly made lokma and spices while exploring streets layered with Roman and Ottoman history. Later, we’ll eat our way through a neighborhood market, stopping for seafood, Bosnian-Turkish specialties, pide and homestyle dishes at one of the city’s classic lokantas. We’ll also try Izmir’s famous söğüş, made with poached sheep’s head, before finishing with şambali, a traditional semolina dessert, and Turkish coffee prepared from freshly ground beans.

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

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

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Our Biblical tour guides are local experts with deep knowledge of both the historical sites and their spiritual significance in the Book of Revelation. They bring the ancient cities to life with stories that connect archaeology, history, and faith. Traveling privately allows you to explore at your own pace, ask meaningful questions, and experience each church site with personal insight and comfort.

Seven Churches of Revelation Tour ( Private)

4 daysFree Cancellation

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 Their destinations.

Private Ephesus Tour from Izmir Port and Hotels

Private Ephesus Tour from Izmir Port and Hotels

6 hoursFree Cancellation

Turkey Tour: Bodrum, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Cappadocia & Camel Ride

6 daysFree Cancellation

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Take an early drive to Troy, the City of the Wooden Horse. This is the legendary town in the Iliad of Homeros with the stories of King Priam, Hector, Paris, and the beautiful Helen; visit the ruins of the city with seven layers of settlements; see the ruins of the Athena Temple, destroyed by the attacks of Achilles, which is the main reason for Homerosi writings about Odesseia. Enjoy a traditional lunch in the area and return to Izmir.

Full-Day Private Tour of Troy and Assos with Lunch

Full-Day Private Tour of Troy and Assos with Lunch

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Leave the crowds behind and gain personalized perspective of ancient Ephesus on a private day tour from Izmir. Customize your itinerary to suit your interests, and benefit from the undivided attention of your local guide as you explore ancient landmarks, such as the Temple of Artemis or Basilica of St. John. Take advantage of round-trip transfer from your hotel for a hassle-free experience.

Private Ephesus Tour from Izmir

5 to 10 hoursFree Cancellation

While the rest of the New Testament is comprised of narratives and instructional letters, the last book (The Book of Revelation) is an apocalyptic work consisting of visions and predictions of future dramatic events. It also uses a great deal of symbolic language. Interpreting The Book of Revelation is a task that has occupied biblical scholars for centuries. This unforgettable tour offers you the opportunity to visit the locations of all seven “Churches of Revelation” that are mentioned in the The Book of Revelation’s, opening chapters.

Seven Churches of Revelation

3 daysFree Cancellation

Going to Turkey and hitting up its most important attractions and popular areas takes more than just a day, but planning out a long trip can be daunting. Skip the hassle of booking things individually and instead, let a guide handle the logistics for you. Check off Pamukkale, Ephesus, Cappadocia, and Hierapolis—with three nights of accommodations, some meals included, and convenient hotel pickup.

Turkish Delight Tour: Pamukkale, Ephesus, Cappadocia & Camel Ride

4 daysFree Cancellation

Visiting Ephesus from Izmir independently means arranging transportation, admission, and deciding how to navigate the extensive ruins. Simplify the experience with a private tour that includes pickup and skip-the-line access, plus expert guidance through Ephesus and the Terrace Houses. Visit the House of the Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis as well, gaining historical context while covering several important sites without planning the logistics yourself.

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

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

7 to 9 hoursFree Cancellation

Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch

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What are people saying about Izmir

Karen_v, Oct 2026

Fabulous Ephesus area tour with our lovely guide Nesrin

We spent a wonderful day with our knowledgeable tour guide Nesrin and her skillful van driver in the Kusadasi area. It was just our group of 4 friends, and Nesrin met us at the cruise port in Kusadasi. Nesrin is an incredible tour guide and an even lovelier person. We thoroughly enjoyed our day with her-strolling through Ephesus in the footsteps of Paul, a delicious lunch at an organic farm, a rug making demonstration (such beautiful rugs, I was so tempted but didn’t have any room measurements with me!), a ceramics studio in Selcuk where they have been making their own clay for generations and create such fine pieces, and wine tasting at 7 Bilgeler Winery (tried 5 delicious wines and had savory snacks). Ephesus is a lot of walking on uneven and sometimes slippery surfaces, and there are so many tourists visiting the site, but Nesrin knew the best route for our group (we are all almost 70 year olds), and found shady, quiet areas for explanations of what we were seeing. We had the best day with Nesrin! She and her driver were monitoring the time and got us back to the cruise ship in plenty of time for our sailing. My regret: that the cruise didn’t include at least 2 days in Kusadasi.

Ephesus Biblical Tour House of the Virgin Mary and Ancient City

Calvin_S, Oct 2026

Unforgettable Biblical Tour of Ephesus with an Amazing Guide!

Our private tour of Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, St. John’s Basilica, and the Temple of Artemis was an absolute highlight of our travels, and my wife and I could not have been happier with the experience. The transportation provided by the tour operator was fantastic - prompt, clean, and highly comfortable throughout the day. What truly made this journey unforgettable, however, was our amazing tour guide, Senem. Since she lives in the area, her local knowledge is unmatched. She expertly timed our itinerary to avoid the massive crowds, ensuring we had a peaceful, unhurried experience at each historic site. Every stop felt perfectly paced, giving us ample time to marvel at the breathtaking ruins of the ancient city and absorb the sacred atmospheres of the religious sites without feeling rushed. We had specifically requested a tour focused on historical facts and biblical context, and Senem exceeded all our expectations by making Acts 18, 19, and 20 truly come alive. It was incredibly moving to walk in the footsteps of St. Paul, and it was clear that Senem put immense effort into preparing for our specific requests, effortlessly weaving deep theological history with rich archaeological data. Beyond her impressive wealth of knowledge, Senem is remarkably thoughtful, kind, and constantly went the extra mile to make us feel fully taken care of. We cannot recommend Senem and this tour operator highly enough to anyone looking for a deeply educational, flawlessly organized, and personally tailored experience in Ephesus.

Tailor-Made Private Ephesus Tour with Local Experiences

Brian_T, Oct 2026

Mel is a great local expert & guide

Mel was a great tour guide, offering to customize based on our interests and needs. She found the perfect balance between providing expert local suggestions and reading what we really wanted to see. Mel grew up just steps from the ruins and knows the area intimately.

Ephesus Tour From Izmir

Elizabeth_M, Sept 2026

Our tour guide, Alpi, was...

Our tour guide, Alpi, was so helpful and informative! He picked us up and gave us some history on our drive to Ephesus. We had enough time to take photos and take in the sights, while still eating and getting back at a good time. Very accommodating. Thank you, Alpi!

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

Courtney_N, Sept 2026

Fatima is a Rockstar tour guide

We had a lovely private tour in Ephesus with Fatima. She was wonderful and went above and beyond to explain the culture, and sights that we were seeing. Fatima thoughtfully arranged the day so that we would miss the crowds and never had to wait in line. Since it was a private tour, we were able to decide which places to visit and which we would skip. I would highly recommend booking a tour with Fatima for a memorable tour and personal experience.

Pamukkale Tour from Izmir

Jhalak_A, Sept 2026

Amazing to see the travertines!

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.

Ephesus Tour with Virgin Mary From Izmir All Inclusive

AlinaDaniela_V, Aug 2026

A memorable trip to Ephesus

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!

Pergamon Tour

Minh_H, May 2026

Api was an amazing guide!

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.

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.

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