Private Tour
Private Full-day Guided Ephesus Tour from Istanbul
Overview
Available languages
12 hours
Mobile ticket
This private Ephesus tour is available for departures from your hotel in Istanbul. You can create your own Turkey travel plan with this flexible daily trip. The highlights of this private tour are the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus, the House of Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis which is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, Isabey Mosque. The lunch is including in a traditional local restaurant.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
A representative will transfer you to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. After a short flight to Izmir (50min), you will be picked up by your guide at the Izmir airport. After you have been welcomed you will drive to the Ephesus to visit historical sites. Your first stop is the House of the Virgin Mary stop the Solmissos Mountains, where it is believed Mary spent her last living days. Should you wish, guests are allowed to pray and light candles.
Ancient City of Ephesus
Then head to Ephesus, enjoying a downhill walk into the ruins of the once glorious Roman city. Explore sites of huge historical significance, including the Bouleuterion, Temple of Domitian, Hercules Gate, Temple of Hadrian, Library of Celsus, and the Great Theater.
What‘s Included
3 airport transfers during the trip
House of Virgin Mary
Lunch
Professional English speaking guide licensed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism
Non-Smoking, air conditioned vehicle and professional driver
Domestic Flight Tickets (IST-ADB-IST)
Ephesus Ancient City
Tip to Guide and Driver
Return Airport Transfer in Istanbul
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
From Istanbul to Kusadasi
Accomodation is not included.
From Istanbul to Kusadasi: The hotel pick-up service is valid for hotels in Istanbul. The ticket is included for one way flight from Istanbul to Izmir.
Starting Point: Istanbul / Turkey
Pickup included
From Istanbul to Istanbul
From Istanbul to Istanbul : The hotel pick-up & drop-off services are valid for hotels in Istanbul. Round-trip flight tickets are INCLUDED.
Starting Point: Istanbul/Turkey
Pickup included
Reviews
12 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ephesus 1-day tour w/Hamam
ashtonbG5223QJ,,Aug 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My partner & I enjoyed the tour of Ephesus. The tour guide Ercument was the best, very informative and charming man. The lunch was good, carpet making workshop was very interesting & We added the hamam with massages, which was amazing. Would recommend
First time visitor
marlenek867,,Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yoned was an excellant tour guide. Very patient, very knowledgeable, very friendly and accomdating. I would reccomend him to family or friends. Ali the driver is also just as amazing. He got us to our destinations with ease. Cheers to Yoned for am amazing tour....
Family trip 2025
shanaee678,,Aug 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Yonet Huseyin was very informative. My group all booked separately and he made a way so we can all do the tour together. He was very kind. Would definitely recommend him as your tour guide. The tour itself was great.
Best guide Deniz. Modern clean van with cold Air conditioning. Highly recommended. Very flexible to our schedule.
Bradley Z,,Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Awesome guide. On time. Very flexible to your needs and schedule. Ask for Deniz. Would highly recommend. Great tour all around.
Family Cruise Day Tour
Curiosity21142196263,,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fantastic tour of Ephesus and wonderful guide! Easy to find/meet up at port and on time return. Very accommodating to our family with 5 kids. Knowledgeable and flexible with us. Highly recommend and I felt like it was very worth it!
848taniyaw,,Jul 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our tour was phenomenal! It was a beautiful day, our tour guide Emine was super knowledgeable about the history of Ephesus and answered any and all questions we had during the tour. The walk through Ephesus was gorgeous and we got to take plenty of photos and experience the wonderful museum on site. The carpet weaving was probably my favorite part, and I got to contribute to a carpet being made! Ending the day with the Turkish bath and massage was absolutely perfect, and I left feeling refreshed and relaxed. The day went seamlessly and I couldn’t recommend this tour enough!!
Great day trip from cruise liner
MihirA18,,Jul 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect day trip from cruise liner. Very comfortable air conditioned mini bus. Spent few hours in Ephesus, some time shopping carpets at local markets and the rest of the day at Adaland water park. Our guide Ercument was knowledgeable and interacted very well with our young children. Highly recommend!
Full day in Ephesus - guided tour. 5 stars!!
megantT5829MD,,Jul 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guided tour was the best thing i could have booked for our stop in turkey. We had the best tour guide, Ercument, and he was very knowledgeable about the town and all the sights we were seeing. This tour and guide was well worth the time and money. We would have loved to have stayed longer!
amazing informational day in Ephesus
5macyt,,Jul 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tour was amazing with Ercument! We saw many fascinating and beautiful things on our tour. Our guide made our trip easy and fun while still being informative. We had the best day here and the best guide!
Amazing day in Turkey
andrew toohey,,Jul 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had an amazing day exploring Turkey with our guide Ercument! He was so helpful and provided amazing information for each stop of the tour. Highly recommend this tour and ask for Ercumnet to be your guide!
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