Private Biblical Ephesus Full-Day Tour From Izmir
Overview
Step back in time and explore Turkey’s colorful history on this private full-day tour of Ephesus from Izmir. Visit the Temple of Artemis — one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World — with a private guide. Discover key Ephesus landmarks such as Celsus Library, the Grand Theatre, the Temple of Hadrian and the House of the Virgin Mary. On route, learn of Ephesus’ role in Turkish history. Enjoy a traditional lunch, then visit the Cave of Seven Sleepers before returning to Izmir.
What's Included
- Private air-conditioned non-smoking vehicle
- Round-trip travel from Adnan Menderes Airport, the cruise port or your Izmir hotel
- Professional, private, licensed tour guide
- Lunch
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Landing and facility fees
Meeting and Pickup
Izmir
Turkiye
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
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
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Temple of Hadrian
10 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Grotto of the Seven Sleepers
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Basilica of St. John
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Ephesus Terrace Houses
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Bibliotheque de Celsus
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
The Temple of Artemis
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ancient City of Ephesus
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant meals not included
- 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
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Biblical Ephesus Full-Day Tour From Izmir?
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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).
- 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.
- Private air-conditioned non-smoking vehicle.
- Round-trip travel from Adnan Menderes Airport, the cruise port or your Izmir hotel.
- Professional, private, licensed tour guide.
- Lunch.
- Food and drinks, unless specified.
- Gratuities.
- Landing and facility fees.
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.
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 Private Biblical Ephesus Full-Day Tour From Izmir is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Biblical Ephesus Full-Day Tour From Izmir 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
- Private air-conditioned non-smoking vehicle
- Round-trip travel from Adnan Menderes Airport, the cruise port or your Izmir hotel
- Professional, private, licensed tour guide
- Lunch
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
- Landing and facility fees
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant meals not included
- 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
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
