All-Inclusive Ephesus Tour from Izmir

Our Ephesus All Inclusive Tour covers all the expenses such as private transportation, private tour guide, entrance fees, parking fees, and a delicious local lunch. This tour is a perfect option for who has full day to spend around the most important sights of the Ephesus area. There won't be any extra cost, and you can focus only on your lovely day together with your highly experienced tour guide.

Begin your full-day guided private tour of Ephesus from Izmir with a comfortable 1 hour drive to the House of the Virgin Mary. Learn the sensational story behind this historic structure, which was discovered in the 19th century after visions were reported by a Catholic nun who had never seen the building. A book was published after her death, and her descriptions were followed up years later, leading to the discovery of the main site. The building has officially declared a sanctuary of the Roman Catholic Church in 1896 and has become a popular pilgrimage site, visited by several popes. Check out the Wishing Wall, a special place where pilgrims bound their wishes, dreams, and goals on paper or cloth on a picturesque wall.

From the House of the Virgin Mary, you'll proceed to Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with a remarkable history. Built in the 12th century BC, this ancient city is the most substantial collection of Roman ruins in the eastern Mediterranean. Famous for the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, this destination offers a diversity of sights to please the eyes. Finally, you'll be mesmerized by the Library of Celsus, built-in 135 AD, and the third biggest library in the ancient world.

Another highlight is the Scholastica Baths, where citizens could bathe, meet and gossip! Besides that, the biggest attraction in Ephesus is the Grand Theater, a massive building with 25,000 seats. Moreover, this theater used to be used for concerts, plays, and religious, political, and philosophical meetings. This theater is also mentioned in the Bible. St. Paul preached to the people near the grand theater of Ephesus. Also, gladiator fights and animal fights were held here. Afterward, check out a few more significant highlights before enjoying a delicious local lunch included in your private Ephesus tour.

The Basilica of St. John, a magnificent 6th-century church ( AD ), is the next stop on your Ephesus excursion. It's believed that the evangelist John spent the last years of his life near Ephesus and was buried on a nearby hill. Three hundred years after his death, a small chapel was built over his tomb. A few hundred years later, Emperor Justinian converted this small chapel into a magnificent basilica.

Before we end this fantastic private Ephesus tour from Izmir, our last stop is the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. It was built in the lands of Ephesus on an apartment terrain that's turned into a swamp over the centuries. If you visit Ephesus today, you can only see the ruins of the foundations of this marvelous structure from the Hellenistic era, made entirely of marble and full of sculptural column capitals and shafts. The most beautiful remains of this temple are now exhibited in the British Museum in London.

This tour requires a minimum of 2 hours of walking. Comfortable shoes, a hat, and a camera are advised.

This tour departs from Izmir port, Izmir hotels, or Izmir Airport. Our Izmir prices are a little bit higher than our Kusadasi prices because of the distance to Ephesus Ancient City.
Complimentary standard lunch is included in the price which is followed by a cultural demonstration at the handcraft center

Departure & Return Location

Izmir Port, Izmir Hotels and Izmir Airport

Place to Visit

Ephesus Ancient City - Virgin Mary House - St. John Basilica - Artemis Temple

Price Includes