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Private Tour to Archaeological Jewels of Ephesus Including Lunch

By Turkey Experiences
10 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is $186 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 15h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview

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, Terrace Houses, archaeology museum of Selcuk-Ephesus. Also, entrance fees are included and you will be skipped the long ticket lines.

Activity location

  • Istanbul
    • Istanbul, Turkiye

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Kuşadası
    • Kuşadası, Aydın, Türkiye

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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from-to Kusadasi Port & Hotels
  • Activity duration is 15 hours15h
    15h
  • English

Pick-up & Drop-off Services: Available for cruise port of Kusadasi or hotels in Kusadasi & Selcuk cities
Duration: 5 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 or tour guide service with any other passengers or travelers.
Starting points:
Kuşadası Port, Hacıfeyzullah, M.Esat Bozkurt Cd. no:21/3, 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye
Kuşadası, Aydın, Türkiye
Selçuk, İzmir, Türkiye
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
$110.61 x 2 Adults$221.22
Paid at activity$151.36
Total
Price is $372.58
from-to Izmir Port & Hotels
  • Activity duration is 15 hours15h
    15h
  • English

Pick-up & Drop-off Services: Available for cruise port of Izmir or hotels in Izmir city center
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 or tour guide service with any other passengers or travelers.
Starting points:
Izmir Port, Umurbey, 35230 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye
İzmir, Türkiye
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
$202.58 x 2 Adults$405.16
Paid at activity$151.36
Total
Price is $556.52
from-to Bodrum Port & Hotels
  • Activity duration is 15 hours15h
    15h
  • English

Pick-up & Drop-off Services: Available for cruise port of Bodrum or hotels in Bodrum city
Duration: 8 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 or tour guide service with any other passengers or travelers.
Starting points:
Bodrum Cruise Port, 14, Kumbahçe, İskele Cd., 48400 Bodrum/Muğla, Türkiye
Bodrum, Muğla, Türkiye
Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
$203.75 x 2 Adults$407.50
Paid at activity$151.36
Total
Price is $558.86
from-to Istanbul Hotels
  • Activity duration is 15 hours15h
    15h
  • English

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 or tour guide service with any other passengers or travelers.
Starting point:
Istanbul, İstanbul, Türkiye
Pickup included

Language options: English
Starting time: 4:30am
Price details
$452.90 x 2 Adults$905.80
Paid at activity$151.36
Total
Price is $1,057.16

Activity itinerary

Istanbul
  • 3h
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
  • 2h
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
  • 30m
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.
Ancient City of Ephesus
  • 1h 45m
  • Admission ticket 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.
Ephesus Experience Museum
  • 20m
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
  • 30m
  • Admission ticket not included
Ephesus Terrace Houses are luxurious homes from the Roman era, located on the slopes of Bülbül Mountain. Built between the 1st century BC and 7th century AD, they feature intricate frescoes, mosaics, and advanced plumbing. These well-preserved homes offer a glimpse into the opulent lifestyle of Ephesus' wealthy citizens and are a key highlight for visitors to the ancient city.
Selcuk
  • 1h
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.
Ephesus Museum
  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
At this charming and well-organised museum, there are not only findings from the ongoing excavations at Ephesus archeological site, but also the artifacts from the Cukurici Mound, the basilica of St John, and the Temple of Artemis.
Ephesus Archaeological Site (Pass by)
Ephesus Archaeological Site, Atatürk, Efes Harabeleri, Selçuk/İzmir, Türkiye (Pass by without stopping) 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.
İstanbul
  • 1h
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.

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