Ephesus Tour from International Izmir Cruise Port
Highlights: Scenic Drive from Izmir Port to Selcuk, Virgin Mary’s House, Ephesus Ancient City Ruins, Celsus Library, Great Theater, Temple of Artemis.
Join our Ephesus Tour from Izmir Port for a fascinating excursion into ancient history. Starting with a convenient pick-up from Izmir Port, we’ll take you on a scenic drive to the historic town of Selcuk. Explore the renowned ruins of Ephesus, including the Virgin Mary’s House and the ancient city’s key landmarks like the Celsus Library and the Great Theater. The tour also features a visit to the iconic Artemis Temple, followed by a relaxing drive back to Izmir Port, completing your enriching historical journey.
Ephesus Tour from Izmir Port Itinerary:
- Your Ephesus adventure begins as we pick you up from Izmir Port at 08:00, setting off on a scenic 1.5-hour drive to Selcuk Town.
- Our tour kicks off in Selcuk at 09:30 am, starting with a visit to the Virgin Mary’s House atop Mount Koressos. This simple stone house is revered as the final abode of Mother Mary.
- Next, we journey to the entrance of the Ephesus Ancient City. Here, you’ll explore the remnants of this once-majestic city, including the Celsus Library, the Great Theater, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan, the Hercules Gate, the Domitian Temple, and the Terrace Houses.
- Following a lunch break in Selcuk town, we proceed to our final destination, the Artemis Temple, renowned as one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
- At the conclusion of the tour, we ensure a comfortable drive back to Izmir Port, marking the end of your Ephesus exploration.
PS: This tour can be organised according to your ship’s arrival and departure times. So please let us know about the schedule of the ship.
What’s Included?
- Entrance fees to the sites
- Round trip transfers between Izmir Port and Selcuk Town
- Professional tour guide
What’s Not Included?
- Personal expenses
- Tips (optional)
- Lunch
- Entrance fee of Terrace Houses
