Day Trip to Ephesus from or to Istanbul with Flight and Lunch
Overview
Experience a comprehensive day trip to Ephesus, departing from and returning to Istanbul. The tour itinerary includes guided visits to the Ephesus Ancient City, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis. Two tour options are available: 'Included and Excluded Flight Tickets'. You may select your preferred option during the booking process.
Excluded Flight Tickets: This option provides guided tours in English and Japanese for groups of up to 10 participants. Flight tickets are not included and must be purchased independently.
Included Flight Tickets: This option also offers guided tours in English and Japanese for groups of up to 10 participants. Domestic flight tickets are included and will be arranged by the tour operator.
A complimentary lunch will be served at a local restaurant, where you will also have the opportunity to observe the traditional art of Turkish rug making.
What's Included
- Lunch in a local restaurant
- Economy class domestic flight tickets (if the “INCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)
- Transfers from/to Airports (4 transfer)
- Professional licenced Tour Guide
- Drinks at Lunch
- Personal Expenses
- The Virgin Mary's House.
- Ancient City of Ephesus.
- Domestic flight tickets (if the “EXCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)
Meeting and Pickup
-Please contact the local provider and confirm your pick-up time before the tour date. -Pick up times will be updated according to your domestic flight departure time -Meeting instructions for airports will be shared on whatsapp&email 1 day before your trip.
What To Expect
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Istanbul
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ancient City of Ephesus
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Selcuk
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Temple of Artemis
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Istanbul
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The tour offers INCLUDED and EXCLUDED domestic flight ticket options. Please select your preferred option during the booking process.
- Please note that we do not have an assistant service for airport transfers. The driver will drop you off at the entrance gate of İstanbul airport. Please go to the check-in desk according to the instructions the provider will share in advance. When you arrive at the destination airport, the driver will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it.
- Baggage allowance: 15 kg checked + 8 kg hand luggage. (if the “INCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)
- For guests who choose the EXCLUDED flight tickets option, we will inform them which flights they need to purchase.
- Entry tıckets to hıstorıcal sıtes are Excluded. The tour guide wıll have Skip-The-Line tıckets
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Day Trip to Ephesus from or to Istanbul with Flight and Lunch?
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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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).
- Lunch in a local restaurant.
- Economy class domestic flight tickets (if the “INCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected).
- Transfers from/to Airports (4 transfer).
- Professional licenced Tour Guide.
- Drinks at Lunch.
- Personal Expenses.
- The Virgin Mary's House.
- Ancient City of Ephesus.
- Domestic flight tickets (if the “EXCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected).
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 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.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Day Trip to Ephesus from or to Istanbul with Flight and Lunch is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Day Trip to Ephesus from or to Istanbul with Flight and Lunch will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon 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 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
- Lunch in a local restaurant
- Economy class domestic flight tickets (if the “INCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)
- Transfers from/to Airports (4 transfer)
- Professional licenced Tour Guide
- Drinks at Lunch
- Personal Expenses
- The Virgin Mary's House.
- Ancient City of Ephesus.
- Domestic flight tickets (if the “EXCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- The tour offers INCLUDED and EXCLUDED domestic flight ticket options. Please select your preferred option during the booking process.
- Please note that we do not have an assistant service for airport transfers. The driver will drop you off at the entrance gate of İstanbul airport. Please go to the check-in desk according to the instructions the provider will share in advance. When you arrive at the destination airport, the driver will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it.
- Baggage allowance: 15 kg checked + 8 kg hand luggage. (if the “INCLUDED flight tickets” option is selected)
- For guests who choose the EXCLUDED flight tickets option, we will inform them which flights they need to purchase.
- Entry tıckets to hıstorıcal sıtes are Excluded. The tour guide wıll have Skip-The-Line tıckets
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
