Private Tour
PRIVATE Ephesus Full Day Tour from Izmir
Overview
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Our PRIVATE Ephesus Tour is one of its kind about places it covers and it's our best-seller! This tour is a perfect option for those who have a full day to spend around the most important sights of the Ephesus area.
This tour is guaranteed Skip-The-Line with pre-purchased tickets.
You can always customize your tour with your private guide.
This tour includes pick up service from Izmir Cruise Port / Hotels. During your tour, you will visit; Ephesus Ancient City which used to be the most important commercial center of the western Anatolia, the House of Virgin Mary where Mary had spent her last day, the Basilica of St. John where is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill and the Temple of Artemision which is known as one of the seven wonders of the Antic World.
Enjoy the personalized attention of your licensed local tour guide and the comfort of your private vehicle.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
Please note that it takes one hour from Izmir to Ephesus Ancient City by drive
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Ancient City of Ephesus
This enclosure for archaeological remains at Ephesus elegantly reconciles historic conservation with accessibility for visitors. The site of a succession of great ancient civilizations, Ephesus, on the south-west coast of modern Turkey, embodied a peculiarly fertile synthesis of architecture and culture. In 356BC the Greeks built the Artemesium (a colossal Ionic temple dedicated to Artemis the fertility goddess) which was one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. During the 2nd century BC, Ephesus was the fourth largest city in the eastern Roman Empire, famous for its Artemesium, the Library of Celsus and its medical school..
The Temple of Artemis
The Temple of Artemis is known as one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. It has been built in the areas of Ephesus on a flat area which has over the centuries turned into a swamp. If you visit Ephesus today, you can only see the ruins of the foundations of this marvelous construction of the Hellenistic Age, entirely made of marble and full of sculptured columns' capitals and shafts. The most beautiful remaining of this temple are today exhibited in the London British Museum.
What‘s Included
Transport by Luxury Private Vehicle
Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
All Parking Fees and Taxes
English Speaking Tour Guide with Archaeological Backgroud
Ephesus Ancient City
Local Lunch
Virgin Mary House
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
From Izmir Hotels /Cruise Port
Pickup included
Reviews
97 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
BOOK THIS TOUR!!! Fabulous Experience, Brilliant Guide!
Emily D,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00WOWOW! 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!!!
VERY GOOD TOUR, SUPER RECOMMENDED
lauracC5112NU,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sergio super guide, very friendly and attentive. Amazing tour, the guide was also excellent, highly recommend it. From day one Sergio very friendly contacted us for WA and helped us there with instructions
Ask for Elif and Mehmet!!!! Perfect Tour!
KarenKiyoko B,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wow! This was an amazing tour led by Elif and her driver Mehmet! Despite the downpour of rain for a few hours, Elif was experienced to keep us dry with other activiites during the downpour. Then we had hours at Ephesus in the dryness. We loved every minute of our tour and Elif was like a family friend in her approach to everything. Some of my family are history buffs and there were alot of questions! This was a 10 out of 10 tour!!! Thank you Elif and Mehmet!
Would recommend
John W,,Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our trip to Ephesus. Our guide was very knowledgable and helpful and we were able to tailor the trip to our particular interests.
Amazing experience, we loved it
884patyr,,Jul 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience, our guide Selin Çizmeci was the best, always watching us and explaining every detail, the tour exceeded all my expectations
Amazing tour guide and visited gorgeous locations
elaydas,,Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour guide Nur was absolutely amazing. She was friendly, showed us the best souvenir shops and had the best locations for our photos. Her positive energy definitely enhanced the experience of our trip. Additional the local lunch tasted so good. An amazing cultural experience!
Lovely Ephesus tour with Nur!
W6283XKminak,,Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Truly one of the best highlights in Türkiye. Our tour guide, Nur was phenomenal and friendly. She was extremely helpful. I would also recommend adding the local lunch if you enjoy the turkish cuisine. Overall, anyone who is thinking of booking for a small private group, go for it!
Amazing informative tour guide with friendly and welcoming tour guide!
18nikolask,,Jul 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Nur was a very friendly and welcoming tour guide. She was also very informative about the history of Ephesus and even about facts beyond that. Would definitely recommend!
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carlosgJ7887DT,,Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What an amazing tour from Elif! A amazing tour through Izimir. If you need a local tour guide with historical and local knowledge is perfect! Thank you again !! I highly recommend.
Ephesus private tour
829ajithh,,Jul 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Our guide GG and the driver Engin were awesome. Explained us everything and gave a nice lunch. Really enjoyed the tour and we recommend to everyone.
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