Ephesus Day Tour from Istanbul – Explore Ancient Wonders
<p>Explore the wonders of ancient history and local culture with this <strong>comprehensive day tour to Ephesus from Istanbul by plane</strong>. Perfect for history lovers and cultural explorers, this guided tour covers the most iconic sites in and around Ephesus.</p>
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Explore the wonders of ancient history and local culture with this comprehensive day tour to Ephesus from Istanbul by plane. Perfect for history lovers and cultural explorers, this guided tour covers the most iconic sites in and around Ephesus.
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Ephesus Day Tour from Istanbul – Explore Ancient Wonders
Ephesus Tour from Istanbul by Plane – Best Day Trip to Ancient Ephesus
Looking for a convenient and unforgettable way to visit Ephesus from Istanbul? Our Ephesus day tour by plane offers a seamless experience, flying you from Istanbul to Izmir in just one hour. Discover the ancient city of Ephesus, one of Turkey’s top historical sites, with a professional guide who will take you through highlights like the Celsus Library, Great Theater, Temple of Artemis, and the House of the Virgin Mary.
This fully guided Ephesus tour from Istanbul includes round-trip flights, airport transfers, entrance fees, and a delicious traditional Turkish lunch. Explore the rich history and stunning ruins of Ephesus without the hassle of long road travel.
Perfect for travelers wanting to experience Ephesus in a single day, this tour guarantees comfort, convenience, and expert insight into one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world.
Book your Ephesus day trip from Istanbul by plane now and experience Turkey’s ancient wonders with ease!
Overview: Ephesus Day Tour from Istanbul
Experience the ancient wonders of Ephesus on a convenient day trip from Istanbul. This fully guided tour includes round-trip flights from Istanbul to Izmir, comfortable transfers, and visits to key historical sites such as the Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Temple of Artemis, and the House of Virgin Mary. Perfect for travelers looking to explore one of Turkey’s most iconic archaeological sites without the hassle of overnight stays. Book your Ephesus day tour from Istanbul today for an unforgettable journey through history!
Ephesus Day Tour from Istanbul – Itinerary
Early Morning: 04:00 - 04:30 AM.
- Pickup from your Istanbul hotel or airport early morning.
- Transfer to Istanbul Airport for a domestic flight to Izmir.
- Arrival in Izmir and transfer to Ephesus site.
Morning: 09:00 AM Depart for the tour.
Morning to Afternoon
- Ephesus Ancient City Ruins: Walk through one of the best-preserved Greco-Roman cities in the world, dating back over 2,000 years.
- Celsus Library:Admire the stunning facade of this ancient library, a symbol of Ephesus and Roman architectural excellence.
- Temple of Hadrian:A beautifully preserved temple dedicated to Emperor Hadrian, showcasing detailed reliefs and history.
- Trajan Fountain:Marvel at this monumental fountain built in honor of Emperor Trajan, located in the heart of Ephesus.
- Historical Marble Street:Stroll along ancient marble-paved streets once used by Romans and merchants.
- Great Theater: Visit this massive amphitheater with seating for 25,000, where St. Paul once preached.
- Isa Bey Mosque:Discover a masterpiece of 14th-century Seljuk architecture, built with elements from ancient Ephesus.
- Shrine of the Mother Mary: Visit the peaceful House of the Virgin Mary, a sacred pilgrimage site believed to be her final home.
- Temple of Artemis:Explore the remains of this ancient wonder, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- Şirince Village: End the day in a charming hillside village known for its wine, olive oil, and beautifully preserved Greek architecture.
Late Afternoon
- 16:00 PM, At the end of the tour, transfer to Izmir airport to fly Istanbul.
- Transfer back to Izmir Airport.
- Flight from Izmir to Istanbul.
- Arrival in Istanbul and transfer back to your hotel.
Evenning
22:00 - 23:00 Arrive to Hotel in Istanbul
Tips for Travelers:
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven surfaces.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water especially in summer months.
- Don’t forget your camera — the views are spectacular!
Includes
Land Transportation
- Hotel Pick up and drop off in Istanbul.
- Airport transfers in Istanbul, Izmir return.
- Transportation during the tour in Izmir .
Flight tickets
- Flight From Istanbul to Izmir, Izmirto Istanbul.
Tours
- Ephesus and Virgin Mary House Tour.
Entrance Fees
Museums, Monuments, Ruins during the tour.
Guiding
- Turkish and English speaking professional Guide licensed by the Ministry of Tourism in the tours
Meals
- Lunch during the tour.
Charges
- Local taxes
- Service Charge.
Notes
Additional Information
- Ephesus Tour has walking and not recommended for the people who has difficulties with walking.
- When you book the one of Ephesus Tours, the confirmation will be received at time of booking.
- We kindly request our guests to be ready 10 minutes before pick up time of tours.
- Under 18 years Children who is going to join to one of Istanbul daily tours, must be accompanied by an adult.
- Hotel Lobby in Istanbul. (Hotel Transfers (Pick up and Drop offf) are included from the central hotels in District of Fatih, Beyoğlu, Beşiktaş).
- The flight times can be changed according to the availability the flight from airport of Ataturk or Sabiha with will be suitable time.
- You may think to do ephesus day tour and when you return to Istanbul continue to home with your next international flight, please let me know the airport that you should arrive accordingly your flight will be arranged to that airport.
- This is a regular group tour, but if requested at cost can be provided as a private tour.
- The regular group tour has shopping stop included in the tour.
- The normal arrival time in Istanbul is between 20:00 – 21:00 pm. If you are planning on reserving your plane back home that same day, we recommend you book a plane ticket from 23:30 pm onwards, to avoid missing your flight.
When Should I Book The Tour?
- Booking is recommend as soon as possible to guarantee availability, especially during public holidays and festivities.
- This is a group tour and the group tours has limited places (10 to 15 participants may join to the group tours)
- At least, It is available to book two (2) days before (local time) if there are still places available.
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the most beautiful and enjoyable day, we made the Ephesus day tour from Istanbul by air plane, we got lots of memoris. our guide explained history of each places, kind and knowledgeable person. Good job thanks to every one especially, mr. senol who made our all needs, our day unforgetable.
I made the Ephesus day trip from istanbul, for a day it is long but worth to do. I highly recommend to join this amazing trip. Just select the date and join, rest is going to be arranged well.