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Full-Day Max 10 pax MINI -Group Tour to Ephesus from Izmir

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8 hours (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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No HIDDEN COSTS : Entrance fees, Guiding, Transportation are INCLUDED
Our tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Izmir for this 8-hour excursion starting in Izmir and taking you to Ephesus. Trace the steps of Alexander the Great, Caesar or Cicero. See the House of Virgin Mary and Temple of Artemis. Enjoy a traditional Turkish lunch. Drive back to hotel and drop off .
* Small group ensures personal service
* Informative, friendly and professional guide
* Small-group tour by minibus.
* Option with Private Tour for your family

What's Included

  • GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities
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Pick up from Your Hotel and Izmir Cruise Terminal for cruise guests. Suggested pick up time will be given on your confirmation message.

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Pick up from your hotel in Izmir or cruise terminal
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

Drive to 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
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1 hour Admission Ticket Included

Ancient City of Ephesus

We will start visiting one of the main highlights in Turkey, Ephesus, one of the 12 cities of Ionian League (an ancient Greek district on the western coast of Asia Minor) is located near Izmir. As a port city it was a major departure point for trade routes into Asia Minor.Walk through history along marble streets lined with wonderful public buildings, among them the Baths of Scholastica, the Library of Celsus; it was built in the beginning of the 2nd century A.D. by Gaius Julius Aquila to be a memorial to his father Gaius Julius Celsus Polemanus, the proconsul of Province of Asia. , the Temple of Hadrian and The Grand Theater are two of the most impressive buildings in Ephesus. Grand theatre was built in 3rd century B.C and it was later expanded to 24.000 spectators by the Romans in the 1st century A.D.
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2 hours Admission Ticket Included

The Temple of Artemis

Lunch will be served in a the garden of local Handcraft center.After Lunch our last stop is Artemis Temple where used to be one of the seven wonders of the ancient world as our last stop before drive back to Izmir
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Clock Tower of İzmir (pass by)

Drive back to your hotel through famous Clock Tower in Izmir. Drop off to pick up point. ( Your Hotel or Cruise Terminal )
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • NO HIDDEN COSTS : Entrance fees, Guiding, Transportation are INCLUDED

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full-Day Max 10 pax MINI -Group Tour to Ephesus from Izmir?

A: 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • GUARANTEED On Time Return to PORT
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Entrance Fees ( Our guide will have pre-paid tickets to skip the line )
  • Professional Licenced Tour guide
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
  • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
  • NO HIDDEN COSTS : Entrance fees, Guiding, Transportation are INCLUDED
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

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