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Guided tour
Transfers available
Meals included
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All-in-one experience: round-trip transfers from Izmir, guided tour, entrance fees, parking, and lunch included.
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Walk the time-worn marble streets of Ephesus, lined with columns, leading to the towering façade of the Library of Celsus and 25,000-seat Great Theatre.
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Explore the Temple of Artemis site near Selçuk, where ancient marble foundations mark one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
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Gain fascinating insights from a professional guide, bringing centuries of history to life at every stop.
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Guided tour of Ephesus and major sites
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Professional English-speaking guide
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Round-trip transfers from Izmir
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Lunch
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Parking fees
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Ephesus ancient city entrance fee (40 euro, not included in price, must bring cash)
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House of Virgin Mary entrance fee (15 euro, not included in price, must bring cash)
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Personal expenses
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Explore Ephesus and its landmarks on a 9-hour guided tour from Izmir, including round-trip transfers and lunch.
Getting started
Meet your group at Cumhuriyet Square, next to Swissotel Izmir, where your guide will greet you and assist with check-in. After a brief introduction, board a comfortable, air-conditioned coach for the journey to Selcuk and Ephesus.
What to expect
Ephesus ancient city
Step into one of the world’s best-preserved ancient cities, once a thriving hub of Roman Asia Minor. Ephesus is renowned for its grand marble streets, monumental architecture, and pivotal role in ancient history.
Features:
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Library of Celsus: Admire this iconic 2nd-century structure, celebrated for its elegant facade and once housing thousands of scrolls.
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Great Theatre: Visit the impressive 25,000-seat amphitheater, famous for its acoustics and historical performances.
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Temple of Artemis: Explore the remains of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, a testament to Ephesus’s religious significance.
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Guided insights: Benefit from your expert guide’s engaging commentary, bringing ancient stories and daily life in Ephesus to life.
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Free time: Enjoy opportunities to take photos, browse local shops in Selcuk, and experience the atmosphere at your own pace.
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What to bring
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Bring comfortable shoes, sunglasses, a sun hat, and sunscreen.
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Bring 40 euro in cash for the Ephesus ancient city entrance fee and 15 euros in cash for the House of Virgin Mary entrance fee, as these are not included in the tour price.
What’s not allowed
- Pets are not allowed.
Accessibility
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
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If you have a flight or luggage on the day of the tour, please inform the agency in advance so they can provide support.
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Transfers take approximately 1.5 hours each way; actual duration may vary depending on traffic conditions.
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If you have an evening flight on the same day, select a flight departing after 8pm and inform the agency in advance.
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Tour end times may vary due to group schedules; if you have travel plans after the tour, contact the agency for assistance.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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