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

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Izmir, Turkey

5 to 6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

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.

See Ephesus highlights with a guide and door-to-door transfers
Skip the long lines with pre-booked tickets (if option chosen)
Choose a small-group or private tour to fit your budget
Round-trip transfers from Izmir hotels or port

What's Included

Professional licensed tour guide
All sightseeings mentioned in the itinerary
Pick up and drop off from Izmir Port or hotels mentioned in the options.
Lunch in a family owned local restaurant
Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Included" option)

Personal expenses
Drinks at lunch
Entry tickets (for the "Entry Tickets Excluded" option)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

◉ Pickup is available from the hotels mentioned in the options. ◉ Pickup is available from Izmir port. ◉ Please contact us for locations not included in the options. ◉ Tour start times are adjusted according to the ship's arrival time at the port and the tour start time will be confirmed to you within 24 hours after purchasing the tour. ◉ Please contact your local provider to reconfirm your pick-up time. ◉ We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port

Itinerary

Izmir Port

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Ephesus Ancient City

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Selcuk

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Izmir Port

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Most travelers can participate
The tour offer Group and Private Tour options INCLUDE and EXCLUDE ENTRY TICKETS
Your tour guide may suggest visiting places with handmade items, but it’s completely optional for the guests.

We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port
✅INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS OPTIONS: You can pay for your entry tıckets at the tıme of booking with Entry tıckets ınclude optıons. Than means we take care of your tickets and enjoy the privilege of SKIP THE TICKET LINES, where your guide will keep the tickets ready for you without waiting in the ticket queue at the entrance of the ruins.
❌EXCLUDE ENTRY TICKETS OPTIONS: you can pay your entrance fees in cash or by credit card on the day of the tour. We would like to point out that, especially for the PRIVATE TOUR option, you do not have to pay the entrance fee for the ruins you do not want to see.
Group Tour Optıon: The group sizes will be up to 10-12 people maxımum. Groups are formed as passengers of the same ship.
Private Tour Optıon: The tour wıll be provided only for your party wıth personal tour guıde. Stay ın the sites as much you wish, If there is any other site you want to visit, depending on time availability, it can be added to the program.
The tour specialy designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Izmir Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruıse dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
Free entry for kids 8yr and below (take passport for children if any)
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 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

5.0

based on 35 reviews

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Excellent tour covering...

Arina_Y, Mar 2026

Excellent tour covering ancient Ephesus people, culture and history. The tour guide, iskis, was well informed and shared her knowledge expertly. A must see tour for anyone interested in history.

Great tour not to be missed

Susan_G, Oct 2025

We took a private tour and our guide was wonderful. We had several tours on our extended trip and our guide, Barboros, was the best guide of all our tours. We had a mix up with a taxi driver taking us to the wrong pick up point and Barboros was so kind to come to the new location to pick us up. He catered the tour to our needs, being very patient and considerate for us as senior citizens. What's more he was so knowledgeable, informative and engaging. It was a highlight of our trip and well worth it.

Amazing Oguz in Izmir!

madeline_m, Oct 2025

Oguz was our guide, he was so informative and had an amazing personality. Oguz explained everything to us including our wonderful authentic lunch. I definitely recommend this company but especially Oguz!!

Fabulous

Shelin_M, Jun 2025

It was a wonderful experience of visiting Acropolis. Tour guide was very informative. Lunch was a special experience.

Our tour guide Max was...

Nicholas_Z, Mar 2025

Our tour guide Max was very knowledgeable and kind. We traveled with young kids and he was very patient and kind to them. We definitely recommend this tour.