The journey starts from Izmir Airport into history the moment you land with our Ephesus Tour from Izmir Airport. After a comfortable transfer, you’ll arrive at Ephesus, once a bustling port city and one of the most important centers of the Roman world. You can explore landmarks like the Celsus Library, the grand Great Theatre of Ephesus, the Temple of Hadrian, Nike Relief and more. They reflect the city’s former glory throughout the centuries. Next, we will visit the House of the Virgin Mary, a peaceful pilgrimage site located in the hills, as well as the remains of the Temple of Artemis, which was once celebrated as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. With its deep Christian heritage and fascinating archaeological remains, Ephesus offers an unforgettable blend of spirituality, culture, and history—all made easily accessible with a direct tour starting from Izmir Airport.
Ephesus Small Group Tour from Izmir Airport
- Upon arrival, we will meet at Izmir Airport and drive you to Selcuk to join the tour group.
- First, we will visit the Virgin Mary’s House. The site, discovered by Lazarist priests after a German nun’s vision of the Virgin Mary’s final home, is now sacred to Muslims and Catholics and maintained by the Lazarist Fathers, who hold daily Mass there. We will explore the house, the chapel, and the gardens with the wishing wall.
- Next, we will drive to Ephesus to explore this remarkable ancient city. Once one of the most significant harbor cities in the ancient world, Ephesus is also mentioned in the Book of Revelation as one of the seven churches. During our visit, we will highlight the iconic Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan, and the Grand Theater, showcasing the city’s historical and architectural brilliance.
- We will visit the Artemis Temple, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Today it is standing next to Ephesus Antique City.
- At the end of the tour, we will drive you back to Izmir Airport according to your flight schedule.