Small Group Ephesus Full Day Tour with Lunch and Entry Fees
Walk the marble streets of one of antiquity's greatest cities, guided by an expert who brings the ancient world to life.
This Ephesus Full Day Tour takes small groups through the most significant archaeological site in Turkey, covering iconic landmarks, a sacred pilgrimage site, and centuries of layered history in a single day.
Ephesus once stood as the second largest city in the Roman Empire, home to more than 250,000 inhabitants and built almost entirely of marble. The ruins that remain today are among the best-preserved in the ancient world, offering a rare and tangible connection to daily life under Roman rule.
The tour departs from hotels in Kusadasi or Selcuk and includes hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional licensed guide, lunch, and all entry fees. A difficulty rating of easy makes this tour accessible to most travelers regardless of physical condition.
Beyond the main archaeological site, the itinerary extends to the Temple of Artemis, one of the original Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the historic Isabey Mosque, providing a complete picture of the region's cultural and religious heritage.
Tour Highlights
Stand before the Library of Celsus, once the third largest library in the ancient world and one of the most photographed facades in Turkey.
Explore the Great Theatre of Ephesus, which seated over 25,000 spectators and remains the largest ancient amphitheater of its kind.
Visit the Temple of Artemis, a UNESCO-recognized site and one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, located just outside the main ruins.
Tour the House of the Virgin Mary, a revered Christian pilgrimage site where Mary is believed to have lived from 37 to 45 CE.
Discover the Isabey Mosque, a beautifully preserved example of Anatolian Beylik architecture dating to 1374.
Walk the Marble Street and Harbour Street, the ancient thoroughfares that once connected Ephesus to the Aegean Sea.
See the Temple of Hadrian, the Goddess Nike relief, and the ancient pharmacy, all within the remarkably intact city centre.
Itinerary
Your guide collects you directly from your hotel in Kusadasi or Selcuk, ensuring a smooth and punctual start. Transfer to the first site is included.
The tour begins at this sacred hilltop site, where Mary is believed to have spent her final years following her arrival in Ephesus with Saint John. The location holds deep significance for Christian pilgrims and visitors of all backgrounds.
A guided walk through the main archaeological zone covers the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, the Temple of Hadrian, the Goddess Nike relief, Marble Street, Harbour Street, and the remains of the ancient pharmacy. Your guide provides historical context at each stop.
After the main site, the group visits the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, followed by the Isabey Mosque, a landmark of 14th-century Anatolian architecture.
Optional stops at a carpet weaving demonstration and a leather factory offer insight into traditional Turkish craftsmanship. There is no obligation to purchase.
A sit-down lunch is included in the tour price. Following lunch, the group is transferred back to hotels in Kusadasi or Selcuk.
What Is Included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off from Kusadasi or Selcuk
- Professional licensed tour guide
- All entry fees to sites on the itinerary
- Lunch
- Small group experience
- Transfer between all sites
Not Included
- Personal purchases at shops
- Gratuities for the guide or driver
- Travel insurance
- Items of personal nature
Important Information
Reserve Your Place
Spaces in this small group tour are limited. Secure your spot to walk through one of the ancient world's most remarkable cities with a knowledgeable guide and all logistics handled for you.
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