Budget - Friendly Ephesus Tour from Izmir

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Izmir, Turkey

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6 to 10 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English

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Overview

There’s no need to stay in Selcuk to visit UNESCO World Heritage–listed Ephesus: this full-day tour makes it easy to visit from nearby Izmir, with air-conditioned transportation provided. After an easy pickup from central Izmir, head to Ephesus and learn all about its history and monuments from your guide. Admire landmarks including the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre, and visit the House of the Virgin Mary (optional).

Learn more about the ancient city by going with a guide
Ideal for travelers short on time in the Izmir area
Be amazed by the well-preserved ancient ruins
Admissions are your own expense, so bring cash

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle
Tour Guide
Parking Fees

Lunch
Entrance fee - Ephesus Ancient City

€40.00 per person
Entrance fee - Virgin Mary House

€20.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Midpoint Alsancak
İsmet Kaptan, Şht. Nevres Blv. No: 2/A, 35210 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye
Meet us in front of Midpoint Alsancak on Şehit Nevres Boulevard, easily accessible by public transport or taxi. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. Your exact meeting time will be confirmed one day before the tour.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Midpoint Alsancak

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ephesus Ancient City

2 hours 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Selcuk

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Midpoint Alsancak

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available

Most travelers can participate
Please bring cash for entrance fees. Your guide has your skip-the-line tickets.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.9

based on 96 reviews

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Maryanne_S, Aug 2026

The trip included additional high pressure purchase stops such as food store and a high end leather clothing store complete with models on cat walk. Paid for group lunch but we then had to purchase drinks. No water provided which seemed stingy. Would have liked more time in Ephesus instead of the shopping forced on us. Tour leader was good though.

Enjoyable and informative tour

MIRA_A, Dec 2025

Well organized and at the same time flexible trip. Delicious with good quality food. Alperen Ugūr tour guide patient, knowledgeable, helpful and always smiling.

Response from Host, Dec 2025

Thank you very much for your kind feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the well-organized, yet flexible trip, the quality of the food, and the professional service provided by Alperen and Uğur. We look forward to welcoming you again with Gezenthi for another memorable experience.