From Izmir: PRIVATE Best of Ephesus Tour (Skip-the-Line)
Overview
Experience an unforgettable day in one of the world’s oldest cities during this PRİVATE tour of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary from Izmir hotels or Izmir airport. After getting picked up from the hotel or airport., head for the famous House of the Virgin Mary, where the biblical figure is believed to have last lived. Next it’s off to the ancient city of Ephesus, a former Greco-Roman empire and the most well-preserved ancient city in the world. Wander around the Temple of Domitian, the Temple of Hadrian, the Agora and the Odeon, among other popular sites. Explore the Terrace Houses and the Arcadian. After Ephesus, you will visit the temple of artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
-Wander the historic city of Ephesus
-See to Library of Celsus and Grand theatre
-Explore the House of the Virgin Mary
-Hear live commentary from your guide
-Travel in comfort by air-conditioned vehicle
-Includes private transportation from Izmir
What's Included
- Transfers from and transfers to your hotel, Airport or cruise in Izmir
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local Taxes.
- Professional English Speaking Tour Guide.
- Lunch and Drinks
- Personal expenses.
- Ephesus Entry ticket
- House of Virgin Mary entry ticket
- Terrace houses entry ticket
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Ancient City of Ephesus
3 hours Admission Ticket Free
Ephesus Terrace Houses
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Temple of Artemis
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-19104P17
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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- 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Transfers from and transfers to your hotel, Airport or cruise in Izmir.
- Private transportation.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Local Taxes.
- Professional English Speaking Tour Guide.
- Lunch and Drinks.
- Personal expenses.
- Ephesus Entry ticket.
- House of Virgin Mary entry ticket.
- Terrace houses entry ticket.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If 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 2025Accessibility information for the From Izmir: PRIVATE Best of Ephesus Tour (Skip-the-Line) is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for From Izmir: PRIVATE Best of Ephesus Tour (Skip-the-Line) will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Transfers from and transfers to your hotel, Airport or cruise in Izmir
- Private transportation
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Local Taxes.
- Professional English Speaking Tour Guide.
- Lunch and Drinks
- Personal expenses.
- Ephesus Entry ticket
- House of Virgin Mary entry ticket
- Terrace houses entry ticket
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
