Magnificent Ephesus Tour from Izmir Cruise Port or Izmir Airport
Overview
During the Magnificent Ephesus Tour from Izmir experience an excellent tour of the magnificent Ephesus and its surroundings while having limited time.
At the meeting point, your private guide will be waiting to lead you to your luxury vehicle at the planned time, during your trip to Ephesus, your guide will give you some interesting facts about the site.
As you arrive in Ephesus, you will first see the Magnesia Gate, a marvellous example of ancient architecture that once stood tall at the city entrance.
Start to walk down into the city’s ruins. The route will take you past the Odeon, Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan and the Great Theater. While on this route you get to see the exclusive area of the Terrace Houses, with remains of the homes of the wealthy people of the time.
The theatre of Ephesus is one of the city’s best-preserved monuments and is still in use today for the local spring festival. It once had seating space for 24,000 people and believed to be the site where St. Paul preached to the Ephesians.
At the end of the day, explore the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Highlights
- Visit Ephesus where you will see the Temple of Hadrianus, the Celsus Library and much more.
- Step back in time while visiting the newly excavated spectacular Terrace Houses on the Curates street that belonged to the rich people of Ephesus.
Good to Know
Scheduling: Private tour: only your group takes part.
Languages offered on the Activity / Tour: English, Spanish
Duration: 5 to 7 hours
Skip the Line
Printed or Mobile Voucher Accepted
Pick-up servicePick up from Izmir city, Izmir airport, or hotels.
Easy CancellationThere is no cancellation fee once Customers Cancel at least 7 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
There is 50% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 3 and 6 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
There is 100% cancellation fee for Customers to Cancel 2 day(s) prior to the date of the activity or tour.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Inclusions
- Entrance Fees
- Private licenced guide
- Transportation in luxurious vehicles
- Round trip transfer
- Bottle of Water per person
Exclusions
- Personal Expenses
- Gratuities (Optional)
- Lunch
Pickup and Drop-off / Meeting Point
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Know Before You Go
- Comfortable footwear is recommended
- As it will be very hot in the summer days we recommend you to bring an umbrella or a hat with you.
Traveler reviews
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- Sascha · NL2024-03-06Traveler review
<p>Had a great time!! Our Ephesus guide was fantastic, very informative and friendly! One of my best experiences so far. We look forward having again</p>
- DavidWoodhill · AU2023-09-29Traveler review
Very nice experience. Tour guide is very pleasant and interesting:-) Thanks a lot for a fantastic Tour.
- Mick · RO2023-09-26Traveler review
<p>Thank you so much for a very enjoyable Ephesus experience. A well informed tour guide who was also friendly and polite. Thanks.</p>
- Eleni_YJ · US2023-09-22Traveler review
The tour was good but our guide was fabulous. He was very pleasant knew his stuff and was happy to answer any questions we had. What can I say except they are AMAZING! The tour was exceptional.
- eksi24 · US2023-09-22Traveler review
This tour was very good for us. He explained all of my questions. Hi was a nice guide. I recommend it
- Harper · US2023-09-22Traveler review
Our guide was incredible. She was very patient and answered everyone's questions with an incredible amount of knowledge. She corrected misconceptions and provided an abundance of information that is uncommon to outsiders. THANKS.
- Wang · RO2023-09-22Traveler review
Definitely recommend the tour. Ou guide was nice and helping us to take photo with the best spot too. Very recommended. Thank you very much for everything. Iwill do it again. .
- Stephanie H · GB2023-09-21Traveler review
If you're looking for a day which is nice, this trip is for you! Hopefully you get my sweet guide as your tour guide because His vast knowledge and quick jokes makes for a fun atmosphere and enjoyable day! He made sure we didn't feel rushed and got to enjoy his beautiful country. All around great day and highly recommend! This was a great trip!
- Victor · PL2023-09-21Traveler review
The tour is nice and I felt safe during the tour. He was a very nice tour guide and he made sure that I get the right service. thanks. .
- Lotte Ates · NL2023-09-21Traveler review
One word… GREAT!!! it is honestly 5 star team. We are EXTREMELY THANKFUL
- J Nicholl · FR2023-09-21Traveler review
Such an interesting and amazingly beautiful tour ! Please do not miss it!!
- Yang · CN2023-09-21Traveler review
This tour is definitely worth it. Our tour guide was punctual and friendly, He answered all of our questions, had a wealth of knowledge. It really made the whole experience more fun to get lots of information. I would definitely recommend this tour.
- Lauren · GB2023-09-20Traveler review
my guide was an amazing guide. Accommodating, knowledgeable, and fun. I thoroughly enjoyed the tour with her as our guide.
- Lotte van Oort · NZ2023-09-20Traveler review
Worth every penny. Our guide was amazing, friendly and knowledgeable. It made all the difference and this is the best tour I have ever done.
- Dinner · US2023-09-20Traveler review
Everything was very good and our guide was a great guide and her english was perfect. We highly recommend that guide and this tour to others!
- M Karlsson · SE2023-09-20Traveler review
Our trip today was really amazing. Our tour guide showed his experience. I can really recommend this tour and the guide! Thank you!
- Nick M · CA2023-09-19Traveler review
Our tour guide was our personal guide and he was fabulous. He was gracious, informative, and overall wonderful we have a great time with him.
- Joyce DiLorenzo in Chandler, Arizona · US2023-09-19Traveler review
<p>We booked this Ephesus tour as an option to have wonderful tour. I would recommend this as a nice option to get acquainted with the city and our guide was friendly and well informed. Thank you very much.</p>
- Miss princess · CA2023-09-19Traveler review
Super friendly tour guide who gave us a lowdown on literally everything. Everything worked clockwork, and was a fantastic tour overall!! Would highly recommend this company!
- Janice T · KR2023-09-19Traveler review
Thank you so much for taking the time to share with us. Our guide was amazing and gave us interesting information throughout the tour. . Her English was really good. Thank you very much.
- Di · US2023-09-18Traveler review
What an experience! So so exciting and amazing.We will never forget this lovely experience. Thank you.
- Tracy N · CH2023-09-17Traveler review
Our guide was excellent and we had a great tour! We will highly recommend it to anyone. Thank you for the most unforgettable experience.
- Archy · US2023-09-17Traveler review
Our guide's knowledge of the sites was amazing and we could not imagine having such a comprehensive and knowledgeable tour without him.Thanks.
- Penny Thorrold · US2023-09-17Traveler review
Great detailed tour, tour guide was kind and interesting. Greetings.
- Ester V · US2023-09-17Traveler review
Our guide was very kind and helpful. He was very kind and informative. He was patient with me who was a slow walk and I took a lot of picture but he wait patiently for me. Overall it was a great tour.
- P Takács · SK2023-09-16Traveler review
Our guide was fantastic, entertaining and provided a lot of relevant information during this tour. My son enjoyed the tour and he asked more questions than we do. RECOMMENDED.
- Brian Quinn · IE2023-09-15Traveler review
Our son really enjoyed listening to our guide as we explored the city. Highly recommend this company and guide!
- Megan C · NZ2023-09-15Traveler review
Very well organised, with friendly and helpful guides, especially as they spoke English.
- Darla Cook · GB2023-09-14Traveler review
We have been attending many tours and experiences around the world and we must confess that this was one of the best tours we have experienced ever. We loved it mainly. The excellent organisation are main reasons that we highly recommend this tour.
- James · US2023-09-14Traveler review
Our guide could not have been more sweet to my daughter and she was very accommodating in adjusting our tour to our specifications. A perfect guide for people who don't like traditional tours.
- Carol Ann T · US2023-09-14Traveler review
It was so beautiful. Lovely way to spend the day, I would recommend anyone to do this!!
- CARLA AMADEO · MT2023-09-14Traveler review
would give this company 6 stars is if i could. Our guide was very professional and knowledgeable. We got skip the line tickets and had a wonderful day. You can trust this company.
- K Jansen · NL2023-09-14Traveler review
We couldn't have asked for a more knowledgeable, curteous and enthusiastic tour guide than mine. Her explanations and descriptions were great, she answered all of our questions easily. We would love to have that guide. It was good experience.
- Tim · ES2023-09-14Traveler review
This tour far exceeded our expectations. We had an excellent guide and we would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in seeing.
- lani pearl 1 · US2023-09-13Traveler review
We had an incredible experience in this tour. Our guide was courteous and very knowledgeable. He kept us engaged with a lot of interesting facts and history of the city. If you are looking for a tour this is the company to go to. We will recommend this company without any hesitation. THANKS.
- Mark · GB2023-09-13Traveler review
The tour was great, everything I hoped for and more.
- 21Alma · BE2023-09-13Traveler review
This tour far exceeded our expectations. We had an excellent guide and we would definitely recommend this tour to anyone who is interested in this city. our guide slowed the pace right down for us.She was very kind and really understood our needs. We were very HAPPY with this tour and it was a great introduction to this city.
- Delphine G · ZA2023-09-13Traveler review
It was a great choice, I highly recommend and the tour guide was fantastic and was an expert and making it entertaining for everyone. Thank you very much.
- Gourav · IN2023-09-13Traveler review
What a wonderful tour!! Our guide was amusing and attentive- nothing was too much trouble.I really hope to come back and see how it progresses. Brilliant trip - I can't recommend it enough.
- Tammy Holden · US2023-09-12Traveler review
Not only was our guide knowledgeable, but she was great with our kids. They were very relaxed with her and asked many questions. The tour was a once in a lifetime experience for my husband and I, and this is why we decided to do a kid friendly private tour. We had a great experience and seeing my six and eight year old sons learning about the city and enjoying themselves at the same time was wonderful.
- Chelsea G · GB2023-09-11Traveler review
would give this company 6 stars is if i could. Our guide was very professional and knowledgeable. We got skip the line tickets and had a wonderful day. You can trust this company.
- Thomas U · BS2023-09-11Traveler review
We took this tour as we wanted. We had a lovely time. It was well worth the money. THANKS.
- Maria · MY2023-09-10Traveler review
The tour was well managed and Our tour was much more pleasurable having a great guide. I would recommend if you want to have a great day. Thanks.
- NateD27 · US2023-09-10Traveler review
We had an amazing time. Our guide Olga was so nice, knowledgeable, and insightful - we loved her! The tour went very smoothly and we learned allot!! THANKS.
- Nicky · US2023-09-10Traveler review
Our guide was very helpful ,polite and knowledgeable person so i recommend him to Anyone.
- TS · TR2023-09-08Traveler review
So happy I booked this tour. I really enjoyed this tour and Our guide was friendly and intelligent and we had her all to ourselves for the tour. Highly Recommend.
- Andrea · DE2023-09-06Traveler review
We knew we were in good hands as soon as we met our guide. You could tell he was really passionate about his city and he shared Informative and interesting details about the local history that really added to the tour. Definitely a recommended tour group!
- Christina Marjiona · US2023-09-06Traveler review
We would highly recommend this company as well as the guide. The time of this tour was perfect. GREAT TOUR.
- carmenivanof · US2023-09-06Traveler review
Our tour guide was an excellent tour guide. She was very informative. Overall excellent tour. She also gives recommendations for us. everything was perfect.
- Guanting · US2023-09-06Traveler review
Great long and descriptive tour, definitely worth it! and Lovely guide. Perfect English and one of the best tours I've had in a long time.
- kiwioakaly · ZA2023-09-06Traveler review
My guide was a great guide—very informative and organized in his delivery of information. It exceeded my expectations.
- wklstoy · GB2023-09-05Traveler review
I would highly recommend taking this tour. After the tour we had the impression that we really had a good conversation with our guide. We strongly recommend this tour. Thank you.
- Alexei K · MD2023-09-04Traveler review
IT WAS A VERY INTERESTING TOUR, WITH A GOOD GUIDE AND THE ISLANDS ARE DIFFERENT AND VERY INTERESTING TO VISIT. WELL WORTH TAKING THIS TOUR.
- J Pauping · LU2023-09-04Traveler review
The tour was full of detail and our guide was a hub of info. THANK YOU FOR THIS TOUR AND GUIDE. A PERFECT DAY AND WORTH THE MONEY!
- Zalfaa · RO2023-09-04Traveler review
EXCELLENT GUIDE, GREAT SERVICE. OUR GUIDE WAS FRIENDLY AND COURTEOUS AND VERY KNOWLEDGEABLE SO TRY IT!!!
- Andrea L · NL2023-08-30Traveler review
Our tour guide was very nice and funny. And she knows a lot of old stories. She speaks English as well Challenge her...! I will never forget this wonderful experience.
- Fox G · US2023-08-29Traveler review
We would definitely use this tour company again. We had one day to see it all--and, boy did we ever! Our tour guide was awesome and very informative. I highly recommend this tour for anyone.
- Samuel H · RU2023-08-28Traveler review
The guide was extremely knowledgeable and was able to answer all our questions so I can say that EXCELLENT VALUE FOR MONEY.
- Lavina D · GB2023-08-27Traveler review
OUR GUIDE WAS EXTREMELY KNOWLEDGEABLE AND WE REALLY ENJOYED OURSELVES. SHE LED US AROUND THE CITY WHICH WAS AN AMAZING. THANK YOU FOR THIS TOUR.
- Rakita N · IN2023-08-25Traveler review
Our guide was an EXCELLENT guide and spoke perfect English. His tour inspired us. Would definitely suggest this tour instead of the other tours.
- Trish · GB2023-08-25Traveler review
Thank you for share your experience. It was a great pleasure for me. I am looking forward to seeing you again. IT WAS GREAT:))
- Kimberly · US2023-08-22Traveler review
This tour company has been the best one we have ever dealt with. Our guide was so professional with a friendly touch. He was very detail oriented and makes sure everything was taken care of. Our guide, was amazing! Kind, patience, knowledgeable and very accommodating. He worked extremely hard to make sure all our needs and desires were met. We have had a tour with many guides and I must say that he worked harder than any we have ever had.
- Johnny · US2023-08-14Traveler review
We had a wonderful, knowledgeable guide with many interesting insights. We enjoyed the tour immensely.
- James F · CA2023-08-12Traveler review
THANKS TO OUR GUIDE WE SAW ALL THE TOP PLACES TO VISIT AND MORE. BOOK WITH THEM AND YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED.
- Ziggy29 · ZA2023-08-12Traveler review
Every part of the tour was fascinating, which was complimented by a very friendly and knowledgeable tour guide.
- Romeo · UY2023-03-23Traveler review
<p>We had a great time on our Ephesus trip. The day went really smoothly with pick ups and everything. Definitely recommend this tour as a way of having nice tour. thank you very much for brillant tour.</p>
- K.Linda · GB2023-03-21Traveler review
He helped me having pleasant time. I would like to recommend him to other travellers. Good.