Full-day Tour to Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, Isabey Mosque, Temple of Artemis

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Ephesus Tour from Istanbul Bodrum Kusadasi — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

This private Ephesus tour is available for departures from your hotel in Istanbul or Kusadasi or Selcuk or Bodrum. You can create your own Turkey travel plan with this flexible daily trip. The highlights of this private tour are UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus, House of Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis which one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, Isabey Mosque. The lunch is including in a traditional local restaurant.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–15 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Turkey Experiences

Ages: Children (0–5 years) · Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation: Transportation in a fully air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicle
Included: The serve of the lunch will be at local restaurant
Included: Pick-up and drop-off services for ports or hotels in Istanbul, Bodrum, Kusadasi, Selcuk
Included: Professional tour guide who licensed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Included: Istanbul - Izmir round-trip flight tickets (only valid for the 'from-to Istanbul Hotels' option)

Not included

Not included: Drinks
Not included: Entrance fees: Ephesus Ancient City
Not included: Entrance fees: House of Virgin Mary

Itinerary

Istanbul

3 hours

DEPARTURES FROM ISTANBUL: We will pick you up from your hotel (or at your Airbnb address if parking is available) in Istanbul and transfer you to airport for your flight to Izmir. Upon arrival at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, your tour guide and driver will meet you at the arrival terminal exit gate. They will then drive you to Selcuk town for your full-day tour of Ephesus and its surroundings. This service is valid for bookings with the 'from-to Istanbul Hotels' option.
Bodrum City

2 hours

DEPARTURES FROM BODRUM CRUISE PORT OR HOTELS IN BODRUM: Your private guide and driver will meet you at the reception of your hotel in Bodrum or at the arrival terminal exit gate of Bodrum Cruise Port. They will then drive you to Selcuk town for your full-day tour of Ephesus and its surroundings. This service is valid for bookings with the 'from-to Bodrum Port & Hotels' option.
Kusadasi

30 min

DEPARTURES FROM KUSADASI CRUISE PORT OR HOTELS IN KUSADASI: Your private guide and driver will meet you at the reception of your hotel in Kusadasi or at the arrival terminal exit gate of Kusadasi Cruise Port. They will then drive you to Selcuk town for your full-day tour of Ephesus and its surroundings. This service is valid for bookings with the 'from-to Kusadasi Port & Hotels' option.
Ephesus Ancient City

1 h 45 min Admission not included

Ephesus was one of the most important harbor cities in antique world and also it is mentioned in the book of Revelations as one of the seven churches. Also Celsus Library and theater in Ephesus are the other highlights. You will see and visit the Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, the fountain of Trajan, Grand Theater, Hercules Gate, Odeon, Ancient Toilets and many important historical buildings in this UNESCO-listed ancient city.
Stop 5

20 min

Ephesus Experience Museum, where you will travel back in time and immerse yourself in the mystical atmosphere of the ancient world. With innovative approach of this amazing museum, we offer an entirely mesmerizing experience where time breaks free from its static confines and dances in perpetual motion, bringing historical artifacts to life and presenting interactive visual spectacles that will leave an indelible imprint on your memory. (Admission to the Ephesus Experience Museum is free if you have a ticket for Ephesus Ancient City)
Ephesus Terrace Houses

Passing by

You will be walking from front of Terrace Houses during your tour, and your guide will provide information about the Terrace Houses of Ephesus Ancient City. (There is no visit to this place included in the guided tour. However, you may add a short visit if your schedule allows.)
The House of the Virgin Mary

45 min Admission not included

The next visit of your tour will be the last home of the Virgin Mary. Once you arrive there you will be thrilled by the natural beauty that surrounds the monument. The House of Virgin Mary is located on the Aladag Mountains 5 miles away from Ephesus. At the third Ecumenical Council on 431 AD in Ephesus, it was claimed that Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. After the discovery of the house, the Archbishop of Izmir declared there as a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited this place and prayed there.
Selcuk

one hour

You will stop at a traditional Turkish restaurant for your lunch. After the lunch, you will have experience in a traditional handcraft co-operative for get lecture about the special arts of Turkish villagers.
The Temple of Artemis

20 min

Another visit of your tour is Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, standing today next to Ephesus ancient city.
Isa Bey Mosque

30 min

Isa Bey Mosque, located in Selçuk, Turkey, is one of the oldest and most significant examples of Seljuk architecture. Built in 1375, it features a stunning blend of Islamic and Byzantine architectural styles, with intricate stone carvings, a grand entrance, and a beautifully designed courtyard. The mosque is known for its elegant minaret and the decorative tile work. It remains an important historical and cultural landmark in the region.
Stop 11

Passing by

At the end of the tour of Ephesus and its surroundings, we will drop you back at the cruise port or your hotel in Kusadasi or Bodrum, depending on your pick-up location. If you booked the 'from-to Istanbul Hotels' option, you will be transferred to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport for your return flight to Istanbul.
Stop 12

one hour

Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, your driver will meet you and transfer you to your hotel. Please note that this service is only included if you select the 'from-to Istanbul Hotels' option.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet at the reception of your hotel in Selcuk town.
Please meet at the exit of the arrival gate at Kusadasi Cruise Port.
Please meet at the reception of your hotel in Kusadasi city.
Please meet at the exit of the arrival gate at Bodrum Cruise Port.
Please meet at the reception of your hotel in Bodrum city.
Please meet in front of the German Fountain at the entrance to Sultanahmet Square.

End point

Please meet at the reception of your hotel in Selcuk town.
Please meet at the exit of the arrival gate at Kusadasi Cruise Port.
Please meet at the reception of your hotel in Kusadasi city.
Please meet at the exit of the arrival gate at Bodrum Cruise Port.
Please meet at the reception of your hotel in Bodrum city.
Please meet in front of the German Fountain at the entrance to Sultanahmet Square.

Pickup points

Harbour Suites Old City
Taksim Cihangir Fidan Residence Hotel
Hotel Sapphire
Away Hotel
Liza Suit Hotel
Port Bosphorus Hotel
Great Fortune Hotel & Spa
Miran Hotel
Lime Garden Hotel
Milano Hotel & Spa Sultanahmet
Panorama Suites Old City
Hotellino Istanbul

and 3,322 more pickup points

This tour program offers pick-up and drop-off services from hotels in Istanbul, Bodrum, Kusadasi, and Selcuk, as well as from the Kusadasi and Bodrum cruise ports, so that you can explore the ancient city of Ephesus and its surroundings. You can take advantage of this great benefit by selecting the options provided for you.

Using your ticket

The tour guide will give the entrance tickets to the guests before entry to the museums and ancient ruins.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
Departures from Cruise Ports of Kusadasi & Bodrum : The local tour operator may request the details of ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
Departures from Istanbul : This option includes round-trip flight tickets between Istanbul and Izmir. Therefore, the local tour operator may request your passport details in order to book your flight tickets. If you do not provide the requested information, your domestic flight tickets may not be issued, and you may not be able to join the tour. If you fail to provide this information at least 48 hours prior to your trip, or if you refuse to share the required details, you will need to cancel your reservation. Otherwise, the local tour operator may apply the tour’s cancellation and refund policies, as your booking cannot be completed due to missing required information.
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
Infant meals not included.
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. If you will be 1 adult + 1 child, the local tour operator can request & charge the amount of 2 adults.
Please note that if you cancel or skip any part of the itinerary during the tour, no refund will be provided for the cancelled or skipped portions.
All the information provided above forms part of the terms and conditions for tour. You have been confirmed your acceptance of these when you book this tour. The local tour operator clearly specifies the details in the program, explanations, and reservation options, and is responsible only for the services indicated. That's why, please read those details while booking this tour.

Options

from-to Bodrum Port & Hotels

Pick-up & Drop-off Services: Available for cruise port of Bodrum or hotels in Bodrum city.

Duration: 10 hours: This duration is an estimate.Depending on the crowd levels in museums and traffic, there may be variations of +/- 45 minutes.

Class of Service: Private Tour - You will not be sharing the tour car and tour guide services with any other passengers or travelers.

Starting points:

Bodrum Cruise Port, 14, Kumbahçe, İskele Cd., 48400 Bodrum/Muğla, Türkiye

Bodrum, Muğla, Türkiye

Pickup included
from-to Kusadasi Port & Hotels

Pick-up & Drop-off Services: Available for cruise port of Kusadasi or hotels in Kusadasi & Selcuk cities.

Duration: 7 hours: This duration is an estimate.Depending on the crowd levels in museums and traffic, there may be variations of +/- 45 minutes.

Class of Service: Private Tour - You will not be sharing the tour car and tour guide services with any other passengers or travelers.

Starting points:

Kusadasi Port, Camikebir, Feribot Limanı, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye

Kuşadası, Aydın, Türkiye

Selçuk, İzmir, Türkiye

Pickup included
from-to Istanbul Hotels

Pick-up & Drop-off Services: Available for hotels (or AirBnb address if parking is available) in Istanbul city.

Domestic Flights: INCLUDED // Istanbul - Izmir round-trip flight tickets

Duration: 15 hours: This duration is an estimate.Depending scheduled timing of flight on your tour date, there may be variations of +/- one hour.

Class of Service: Private Tour - You will not be sharing the tour car and tour guide services with any other passengers or travelers.

Starting point:

Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye

Pickup included