Ephesus Tour from Izmir City Hotels

Ephesus Tour from Izmir Hotels / Izmir Airport

Highlights: Scenic Drive from Cesme to Selcuk, Visit to Virgin Mary’s House, Exploration of Ephesus Ancient City, Celsus Library, Great Theater, Temple of Hadrian, Remains of Artemis Temple.

Experience the rich tapestry of history with our Ephesus Tour from Cesme, a journey that takes you into the heart of ancient Turkey’s most treasured archaeological sites. From the comfort of your Cesme hotel or cruise port, embark on a scenic drive to Selcuk, the gateway to the legendary city of Ephesus. Here, you’ll discover the revered Virgin Mary’s House, believed to be her final abode. The tour unfolds the marvels of Ephesus, where ancient streets tell tales of civilizations past. Witness the architectural wonders like the Celsus Library and the Great Theater, and feel the historical significance of the Temple of Hadrian and the remnants of the Artemis Temple. This tour is more than an excursion; it’s a captivating journey through time, revealing the splendors of a bygone era.

Ephesus Tour from Izmir City Hotels

• We will meet you at your hotel in Izmir City center at 08:00 and drive you to Selcuk Town. It is approximately 1,5 hour drive from Izmir City Hotels to Selcuk Town. 
• Tour start from Selcuk at 09:30 am.  Our first stop is Virgin Mary’s House on top of Month Koressos. This humble stone house is known as the last residence of Mother Mary.
• Afterward, we will drive to the gates of Ephesus Ancient City and visit the remains of this great city  the Celsus Library, the Great Theater, the Temple of Hadrian, the fountain of Trajan, the Hercules Gate, the Domitian Temple, and Terrace Houses.
• After a lunch break in Selcuk town, our last stop is Artemis Temple, one of the seven wonders of the world.
• At the end of the tour, we will drive you back to your hotel in Izmir City Center.

Recommendationes for Ephesus Tour

• Outfits to protect from sun.
• Comfortable walking shoes for uneven and cobblestone walking routes.

PS: “This tour can be organised according to your flights arrival and departure time. We would like you to have the best experience on your vacations. Flights are available between the touristic destinations at all times. In order not to be too early or late to the tours please contact us before purchasing your flight tickets about destinations and departure times.”