Ephesus Guided Tour from/to Kusadasi, Istanbul & Bodrum
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Bodrum, Turkey
7 to 16 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview
Experience the surreal, dream-like landscapes of Cappadocia and breeze past the long tourist lines at UNESCO World Heritage Site-listed Gerome Open Air Museum on this full-day guided tour. Enjoy a unique dining experience with lunch at a cave restaurant in Avanos, and learn about local kick-wheel pottery before heading to Uchisar Castle Region for elevated, panoramic views.
What's Included
- Lunch You will take your lunch at a traditional Turkish restaurant
- A/C Transportation with Brand-New Vehicles
- Pick-up & drop-off services for hotels in Istanbul, Bodrum, Izmir, Kusadasi
- Pick-up & drop-off services for airports in Istanbul, Bodrum, Izmir
- Roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul (Valid for option of "from-to Istanbul Hotels")
- Professional tour guide who licenced by Ministry of Culture and Tourism
- Drinks
- Entrance Fees (Your tour guide will have pre-paid tickets for you can skip the line.)
Meeting and Pickup
OR
Meeting point
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
Istanbul
Your journey to Ephesus begins with a transfer to the airport if you booked the option of "from-to Istanbul Hotels". The driver will pick you up from the hotel reception or your Airbnb location, provided parking is accessible. From there, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Izmir. The roundtrip airport transfers in Istanbul and roundtrip Izmir/Ephesus flight tickets from Istanbul will be included for the option of “from-to Istanbul Hotels”.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Izmir
Upon your arrival at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, your tour guide and the driver will be waiting for you at the arrivals terminal exit, holding a sign with your name. You will then be transferred for in-depth exploration of Ephesus and surroundings. If you would like start this tour from your hotel in Izmir city center, Your tour guide and driver will pick you up from there and drive to Ephesus district for your private day trip. The pick up services from Izmir city hotels / airport are available for the guests who booked the option of “from-to Istanbul Hotels” or “from-to Izmir Hotels/Airport”.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Bodrum
Your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Bodrum and drive to Ephesus district for your private day trip. This service is available only for bookings made for the "from-to Bodrum Hotels/Airport" option.
2 hours 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kusadasi
Your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Kusadasi and drive to Ephesus district for your private day trip. This service is available only for bookings made for the "from-to Kusadasi Hotels" option.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Virgin Mary's House
Your first visit will be the last home of the Virgin Mary. Once you arrive there you will be thrilled by the natural beauty that surrounds the monument. The House of Virgin Mary is located on the Aladag Mountains 5 miles away from Ephesus. At the third Ecumenical Council on 431 AD in Ephesus, it was claimed that Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. After the discovery of the house, the Archbishop of Izmir declared there as a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited this place and prayed there.
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ancient City of Ephesus
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.
1 hour 45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ephesus Experience Museum
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.
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ephesus Terrace Houses (Pass By)
You will be walking from front of Terrace Houses during your tour and your guide will give information about the Terrace Houses of Ephesus Ancient City.
Selcuk
You will stop at a traditional Turkish restaurant for your lunch. Today’s lunch is included during guided tour. After the lunch, you will have experience in a traditional handcraft co-operative for get lecture about the special arts of Turkish villagers.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
The Temple of Artemis
Another visit of this tour is Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, standing today next to Ephesus ancient city.
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
İzmir
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel in Izmir or Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport for your next flight, if you booked the option of "from-to Izmir Hotels/Airport" or "from-to Istanbul Hotels".
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
İstanbul
Upon your arrival at the airport in Istanbul, your driver will be waiting to meet you and transfer you to your hotel.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Bodrum City
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Bodrum or Bodrum Airport for your next flight, if you booked the option of "from-to Bodrum Hotels/Airport".
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Kuşadası
At the end of the tour, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Kusadasi, if you booked the option of "from-to Kusadasi Hotels".
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul, roundtrip airport transfers in Istanbul and Izmir are include for the bookings to option of "from-to Istanbul Hotels". If you did not book this option, you can not get any of these services.
- The local tour operator can request your some passport details for the bookings of your roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul. If you do not share the details, your domestic flight tickets can not bookable.
- The local tour operator will send e-tickets of your domestic flights at one day before your tour date. You will not need the print out copies of the tickets for domestic flights. Your passport and reservation number on the tickets will be enough for check-in to plane. Please note that, the local tour operator will not do check-in because of the personal preferences of the guests.
- Roundtrip airport transfers in Izmir is include for the bookings to option of "from-to Izmir Hotels / Airport". If you did not book this option, you can not get any of these services.
- Roundtrip airport transfers in Bodrum is include for the bookings to option of "from-to Bodrum Hotels / Airport". If you did not book this option, you can not get any of these services.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. If you will be 1 adult + 1 child, the local tour operator can request & charge the amount of 2 adults.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus Guided Tour from/to Kusadasi, Istanbul & Bodrum?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-66241P55
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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Q:
What is the cancellation policy for the Ephesus Guided Tour from/to Kusadasi, Istanbul & Bodrum?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Lunch. You will take your lunch at a traditional Turkish restaurant.
- A/C Transportation with Brand-New Vehicles.
- Pick-up & drop-off services for hotels in Istanbul, Bodrum, Izmir, Kusadasi.
- Pick-up & drop-off services for airports in Istanbul, Bodrum, Izmir.
- Roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul (Valid for option of "from-to Istanbul Hotels").
- Professional tour guide who licenced by Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
The following is NOT included:
- Drinks.
- Entrance Fees (Your tour guide will have pre-paid tickets for you can skip the line.).
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Ephesus Guided Tour from/to Kusadasi, Istanbul & Bodrum is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Ephesus Guided Tour from/to Kusadasi, Istanbul & Bodrum will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- LunchYou will take your lunch at a traditional Turkish restaurant
- A/C Transportation with Brand-New Vehicles
- Pick-up & drop-off services for hotels in Istanbul, Bodrum, Izmir, Kusadasi
- Pick-up & drop-off services for airports in Istanbul, Bodrum, Izmir
- Roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul (Valid for option of "from-to Istanbul Hotels")
- Professional tour guide who licenced by Ministry of Culture and Tourism
- Drinks
- Entrance Fees (Your tour guide will have pre-paid tickets for you can skip the line.)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul, roundtrip airport transfers in Istanbul and Izmir are include for the bookings to option of "from-to Istanbul Hotels". If you did not book this option, you can not get any of these services.
- The local tour operator can request your some passport details for the bookings of your roundtrip Izmir flight tickets from Istanbul. If you do not share the details, your domestic flight tickets can not bookable.
- The local tour operator will send e-tickets of your domestic flights at one day before your tour date. You will not need the print out copies of the tickets for domestic flights. Your passport and reservation number on the tickets will be enough for check-in to plane. Please note that, the local tour operator will not do check-in because of the personal preferences of the guests.
- Roundtrip airport transfers in Izmir is include for the bookings to option of "from-to Izmir Hotels / Airport". If you did not book this option, you can not get any of these services.
- Roundtrip airport transfers in Bodrum is include for the bookings to option of "from-to Bodrum Hotels / Airport". If you did not book this option, you can not get any of these services.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. If you will be 1 adult + 1 child, the local tour operator can request & charge the amount of 2 adults.
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
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