Istanbul: Ephesus Day Trip by Plane with Guide & Lunch Tour without Entrance Fees (Pay on Site)
ID: GYG1501697-2293893
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
17:00 hours
Description
Fly from Istanbul to Izmir for a guided day in Ephesus, including the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, the House of the Virgin Mary, lunch, and transfers.
Discover the ancient landmarks of Ephesus on a day trip from Istanbul, travelling by domestic flight to Izmir rather than taking the long road journey. Meet your licensed English-speaking guide on arrival and travel to the Selçuk region.
Begin at the House of the Virgin Mary, a pilgrimage site on Mount Koressos where she is believed to have spent her final years. Continue to Ancient Ephesus, one of the Roman Empire's great cities. Walk its marble streets with your guide and see the Odeon, the Temple of Hadrian, the agoras, the Library of Celsus, and the Great Theatre, which once held 25,000 spectators. Hear stories of daily life, trade, and religion in the ancient city.
Pause for a traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant in Selçuk. Then visit the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, before enjoying free time. Return to Izmir Airport for your evening flight to Istanbul, followed by a transfer back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Walk Ephesus's marble streets with a licensed guide
- See the Library of Celsus and Great Theatre
- Visit the House of the Virgin Mary on Mount Koressos
- View the remains of the Temple of Artemis
- Fly from Istanbul with lunch and transfers included
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This is a long day with an early pickup and late return. If a flight schedule change delays the tour by more than 30 minutes or significantly changes the itinerary, you will be informed in advance and can cancel for a full refund. Expect about 3 km of walking on uneven ancient stone surfaces. Ephesus has little shade, and summer temperatures can exceed 35°C. Domestic flights allow hand luggage only. Share your full name exactly as it appears on your passport after booking so flight tickets can be issued. Wear modest clothing with shoulders and knees covered for the House of the Virgin Mary.
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Istanbul
- Round-trip domestic flights between Istanbul and Izmir
- Airport transfers in Izmir by air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees to Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary
- Visit to the Temple of Artemis
- Lunch at a local restaurant
NOT INCLUDED
- Drinks
- Optional Terrace Houses entrance at Ephesus
- Dinner
- Tips
- Personal expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
