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Ephesus Day Tour

Full DayPrivate TourFrom Kusadasi

Tour Overview

Discover Ephesus and the historic sites around Selcuk on a private day tour from Kusadasi. Meet your licensed guide at your hotel and travel by private vehicle to Isa Bey Mosque before exploring Ephesus Ancient City, including the celebrated Celsus Library and Great Theatre. Continue to the House of the Virgin Mary for a peaceful visit, then discover the remains of the Temple of Artemis. With a guide dedicated to your party, enjoy time to ask questions, take photographs and explore at a comfortable pace before returning to Kusadasi.

DurationFull Day
RouteIsa Bey Mosque → Ephesus Ancient City → House of the Virgin Mary → Temple of Artemis
StylePrivate Tour
LanguageEnglish

Tour Programme

Isa Bey Mosque

Meet your licensed guide at your hotel in Kusadasi and travel by private vehicle to Selcuk. Begin at Isa Bey Mosque, taking time to appreciate its stonework and courtyard as your guide introduces the area's rich cultural heritage.

Ephesus Ancient City

Explore the streets and monuments of Ephesus with your private guide. Discover the striking facade of the Celsus Library, admire the Great Theatre and walk among the remains of public buildings that reveal how life unfolded in this ancient city. There will be time to pause for photographs and hear the stories behind the ruins.

House of the Virgin Mary

Continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, a peaceful shrine set among wooded hills. Learn about its religious significance and enjoy time to visit the small stone sanctuary and its surroundings.

Temple of Artemis

Complete your sightseeing at the remains of the Temple of Artemis. Your guide will help you imagine the scale of the ancient sanctuary as you view the surviving column and archaeological remains, before returning to your hotel in Kusadasi.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Kusadasi
  • Private touring vehicle with driver
  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees to Ephesus Ancient City and the House of the Virgin Mary
  • Visits to Isa Bey Mosque and the Temple of Artemis

Not Included

  • Lunch and drinks
  • Entrance to the Ephesus Terrace Houses
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities
  • Tips for the guide and driver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ephesus Day Tour private?

Yes. Your vehicle, driver and licensed English-speaking guide are exclusively for your party.

Where does the tour start and finish?

The tour includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel in Kusadasi.

Which places will we visit?

The itinerary includes Isa Bey Mosque, Ephesus Ancient City, the House of the Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis.

Are entrance fees included?

Yes. Entrance fees to Ephesus Ancient City and the House of the Virgin Mary are included. The Ephesus Terrace Houses are not included.

Is lunch included?

Lunch and drinks are not included. Your guide can help you choose a suitable lunch stop during the day.

How much walking is involved?

Ephesus is explored on foot and includes uneven marble streets, steps and exposed areas. Comfortable walking shoes, sun protection and drinking water are recommended. Please tell us about any mobility concerns before booking.

Can we add the Terrace Houses?

Please request this before booking so we can allow additional visiting time and include the extra entrance fee in your quote.

Can the tour be tailored to our interests?

Yes. We can discuss adjustments to the pace and itinerary before booking, depending on your interests and the time available.