Best of Ephesus Guided Tour from - to Izmir
Best of Ephesus Guided Tour from - to Izmir
Visit > Ancient Ephesus, Terrace Houses, Virgin Mary House, Basilica of St. John, The Temple of ArtemisSKIP-THE-LINE Tickets, Guiding in your own language, Luxury Transportation provided.Explore Ephesus in a unique and personal way. Together with your guide, decide the places you would like to see such as museums, local markets and local restaurants and then start your full-day tour.
Discover the places in Ephesus that interest you, as the customer most, and learn about these spots from your own private guide. Take the tour at your own pace, stopping as frequently and for as long as you like without the hassle and pressure of waiting or being rushed by other tourers. The tour is designed as a full day, by private van, walking tour.
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Konak/İzmir
According to your pick-up time, meet your guide and start your full-day tour.
30 minutesMeryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
it is declared by the church to be the final house where Mary spent her last days. Also, it is believed that the Assumption took place there on the 15th of August.
1 hourAncient City of Ephesus
An Archeological treasure, The best preserved classical city in Eastern Mediterranean. During the 1C AD Ephesus was the second largest city on the planet after Rome with more than 250.000 citizens. It was in the center of the known world and played the role of a gateway between the East and the West. It is also home to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Temple of Artemis. Ephesus is also well preserved that, walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments such as the third largest library of the ancient world or the largest roman theatre on Asia continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveler.
2 hoursEphesus Terrace Houses
which from the time of Augustus, these dwellings of wealthy Ephesians, were decorated with beautiful frescoes and mosaics. The houses had luxurious bedrooms, bathrooms, triclinium and kitchens. Archeologisit have been excavating 7 houses owned by the richest Ephesians.These were high ranking officers,govemors and rich trades man.
30 minutesThe Basilica of Saint John
3 km away from the ruins of Ephesus a small church was built dedicated to John in 2C AD, Later in 6C AD it was replaced by a huge basilica built by Emperor Justinian, The impressive ruins are still standing today.
1 hourThe Temple of Artemis
Considered one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, Temple of Artemis was dedicated to the goddess of the hunt. Only the foundation and one column remains of this temple which once measured 425 feet long, 220 feet long. Paul’s successful ministry in this city was considered a threat to this very temple.The city reached the Golden Age and became a good model to the Antique World in culture and art, as well.
1 hourKonak/İzmir
At the end of the tour drive you back to your hotel
1 hourIncluded
- Professional English Speaking Guide
- All sightseeings mentioned in the itinerary
- Land transportation by air-conditioned non-smoking vehicle
Not Included
- Personal expenses
- Lunch
- Drinks
- All Fees and Taxes
Good to Know
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infant seats available
- Entry tickets for Ancient Ephesus: 400TL pp
- Entry tickets for House of Mary: 250TL pp
- Entry tickets for Terrace Houses: 80TL pp
- Entry tickets for St. John Basilica: 80TL pp
- The tour guide will have pre paid skip the line tickets to avoid long ticket queues. The cost of used entry tickets can be paid to your guide in cash dolar, euro or turkish lira at tours.
- Most travelers can participate
- Face masks required for travelers in public areas
- Face masks required for guides in public areas
- Face masks provided for travelers
- Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
- Social distancing enforced throughout experience
- Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
- Gear/equipment sanitized between use
- Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
- Guides required to regularly wash hands
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.