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Ephesus Day Trip from Istanbul

15 Hours
  • Istanbul
  • Airplane
  • Group
  • 10 - 20
  • English
  • Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Sep, Oct & Nov

Itinerary Overview:

Discover the wonders of history on this unforgettable Ephesus Day Trip from Istanbul, designed for travelers who value comfort and convenience. Begin with an early morning flight to Izmir and journey to the legendary ancient city of Ephesus, where highlights include the Great Theater, Temple of Hadrian, and Trajan Fountain. After a local lunch, visit the sacred House of the Virgin Mary, the remarkable Temple of Artemis, and the elegant Isa Bey Mosque. With flights, hotel pickup, guiding, and lunch included, this tour makes the past come alive. Secure your spot today for a seamless experience!

Trip Highlights:

  • Great Theater – iconic Roman amphitheater
  • Temple of Hadrian – intricate architectural detail
  • Trajan Fountain – beautifully preserved structure
  • House of the Virgin Mary – sacred pilgrimage site
  • Temple of Artemis – one of the Seven Wonders
  • Isa Bey Mosque – Seljuk architecture gem
  • Flight from Istanbul – included roundtrip
  • Guided tour – professional English-speaking guide
  • Lunch – authentic Turkish meal included

Tour Itinerary

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    Fly to Izmir – Explore Ephesus – Return Flight to Istanbul

    You will be picked up from your hotel in Istanbul around 4:00 AM and transferred to the airport for your flight to Izmir, departing between 6:00 and 8:00 AM. Upon arrival in Izmir, you will be transferred to Selçuk, where you will meet your guide to begin your full-day Ephesus tour.

    Your first stop will be the ancient city of Ephesus, where you will explore its captivating ruins, including landmarks such as the Temple of Hadrian, the impressive Ephesus Ancient Greek Theatre, and the beautiful Trajan Fountain. Following this exploration, you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.

    In the afternoon, the tour continues to the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be where she spent her final years. From there, you will visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and conclude with the stunning Isa Bey Mosque, an outstanding example of Seljuk architecture.

    At the end of the tour, around approximately 4:00 PM, you will be transferred to Izmir airport for your late evening return flight to Istanbul, departing between 7:00 and 10:00 PM. The flight duration is approximately one hour. END OF OUR SERVICE and TOURS.

    Please note that transportation from Istanbul Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) to your hotel in Istanbul is not included in the tour price.

INCLUDED in the Tour Price:

  • Pick up from Istanbul hotel and transfer to Istanbul Airport (on the European side of Istanbul only).
  • Domestic flight tickets from Istanbul to Izmir and from Izmir to Istanbul only.
  • Professional licensed English speaking guide during the tour.
  • Lunch (Vegetarian lunch option available upon request).
  • Entrance fees mentioned by the itinerary.
  • Local taxes and service charges.

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Drop off transportation service from Istanbul Airport OR Sabiha Gökçen Airport to Istanbul Hotel upon returning to Istanbul.
  • Drinks.

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