Daily Ephesus Tour from Istanbul by Plane
Overview
Tour start from the port of Kusadasi proceed to the House of the Virgin Mary includes scenic views of the Byzantine fortress in Selcuk and the Temple of Artemis. A long and winding road affords wonderful views of the valley en route to the Shrine of St. Mary. The diminutive house, beautifully situated in the Solmissos Mountains, is considered by the Vatican to be the final resting place of the Virgin Mary.
Your tour continues to ancient Ephesus, where you'll pass through the arched Magnesia Gate and begin a slow, downhill walk to the ruins of the Roman provincial capital. Your knowledgeable guide will highlight such sights as the beautifully preserved Temple of Hadrian, the magnificent Trajan Fountain, the Odeon Theater, once used for both political and entertainment purposes, and the beautiful Celsus Library with its imposing façade and two story Corinthian-style columns. The dramatic Great Theater is one of the few structures still used today.
What's Included
- Lunch
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- National Park fees
- Istanbul to Izmir return flight tickets
- Airport/Departure Tax
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Professional guide
- Drinks
- Dinner
- Tips
Meeting and Pickup
We will pick you from your Istanbul hotel 2 hours before your flight
What To Expect
Izmir
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Ephesus Museum
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
The Temple of Artemis
1 minute • Admission Ticket Included
İzban Adnan Menderes Havalimanı İstasyonu
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
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Activity code: C-16998P60
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