Aegean Coast Region, Turkey

Solo travelers' tours

Our most recommended Aegean Coast Region, Turkey Solo travelers' tours

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  1. Ephesus Day Tour with Return Flights From Istanbul

  Explore an historical gem of the eastern Mediterranean on a full-day tour of Ephesus from Istanbul, with round-trip flights, and walk in the footsteps of Cleopatra, Mark Antony, the Virgin Mary, and John the Apostle. The largest open-air museum in Turkey, Ephesus contains more than 30 buildings and structures linked together by streets that still bear the marks of chariot wheels. Your guide will show you the awe-inspiring Great Theater, where St. Paul preached against the pagans and gladiators once engaged in battle. Walk along Marble Street to the Library of Celsus and be dazzled by its restored façade. Visit the Temple of Hadrian, Roman baths, and other remarkable ruins. Continue to the Church of the Virgin Mary. According to Christian tradition, Mary was brought to Ephesus by the Apostle John after the Resurrection of Christ. The church was erected on the foundation of the house whe...

  What an experience! Spending the day with my fantastic guide Nafia was more than I could ask for. Sine it was only the two of us, She showed me sites within Ephesus which she isn’t normally able to do with large groups. Her knowledge of this ancient city was impressive and I learned so many interesting facts throughout the day.

  Reviewed by Ron, United States, 11/27/2020
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  2. Turkey: 10-Day 4G SIM Card

  Stay connected while traveling around Turkey with a 4G SIM card from one of the leading mobile operators in Turkey, Avea or Turkcell. You will be free to use your sim immediately, with no need to register. Your SIM can be sent to your address anywhere in the EU, and will be valid for 10 days after activating.

  Good option to have internet all the time. For most of the time it was working with No problems (in Turkey). Remember to save at least 10days for delivery.

  Reviewed by Anonymous, 11/22/2019
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  3. Kusadasi: Full–Day Boat Trip with Lunch

  Start your experience with hotel pick–up starting from 9:00 AM in central Kusadasi and travel by air–conditioned coach or minivan to the departure jetty at Kusadasi port. Step on to your wooden gulet cruise boat and find a spot on the open or shaded decks as you cruise out into the beautiful Gulf of Kusadasi, the stretch of sea that divides Turkey's mainland from the Greek island of Samos. Soak up the scenery and sea breeze as you spend the morning sailing around the bays and coves of the Gulf's shores. Discover the most scenic coast in Turkey and let your captain guide you to the most tranquil beauty spots. Stay refreshed with a choice of drinks, drop anchor at 3 different bays to enjoy a swim or snorkel, and visit a beach to sunbathe and relax. Sit down to a tasty onboard lunch of fish, meatballs, or chicken with rice and fresh salad, washed down with soft drinks. After lunch, listen...

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  4. Bodrum City Sightseeing Walk

  After meeting with your guide, begin walking through the narrow streets of the city. Start at Bodrum Castle, built by the St. Jean Knights on the site of a Turkish Castle built by sailors of the Menteşe Principality in 1261-1269. Bodrum Castle now serves as the Museum of Underwater Archeology. Visit the Mausoleum - one of the 7 Wonders of the World - and admire the breathtaking views of Bodrum from the Antique Theater. During this tour you will also visit the classical site of Myndus and the former house of a well known Turkish singer who used to live in Bodrum.

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  5. From Istanbul: 2-Day Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour by Bus

  Enjoy a whirlwind tour of Ephesus and Pamukkale on a 2-day trip from Istanbul. Travel by overnight bus on a 10-hour journey and then spend 2 full days exploring the region. Visit the Temple of Artemis and the Virgin Mary's home. After a night in 3-star accommodations, wake up and travel to Hierapolis to see its necropolis and other ruins. Then visit the thermal springs of Pamukkale, before beginning your return trip to Istanbul. Detailed Itinerary Day 1: Istanbul - Selcuk - Ephesus - Kusadasi (Meals: L) Upon your arrival in Ephesus, you will be met at the bus station and transferred to Selcuk for a tour of the ancient city of Ephesus. Visit the former site of the Temple of Artemis (Diana), one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World, then stop for lunch. After, stop at the house of the Virgin Mary, where she spent the last years of her life, and then continue on to see Is...

  Excellent tour with wonderful activities and places! The guide was also excellent, thank you!

  Reviewed by Gabor, 4/14/2019
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  6. Ephesus: Private Guided Shore Excursion with Van

  Get picked up from your port/hotel by your licensed private tour guide and start the tour with the highlights of Ephesus. Explore the stunning ruins of Ephesus on a full-day sightseeing tour. Ephesus is the best-preserved classical city on the Mediterranean, and perhaps the best place in the world to get a feeling of what life was like in Roman times. Walk along its remarkably well-preserved marble streets, flanked by columns, temples, and fountains. See fascinating ancient structures such as the Temple of Hadrian, the stunning facade of the Library of Celsus, and the Great Theater. Your expert guide will provide you with information about the many remarkable sites you encounter throughout the day. The House of the Virgin Mary lies just beyond Ephesus. According to Christian tradition, Mary was brought here by the Apostle John after the Resurrection of Christ and lived her final days in...

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  7. Ephesus: Small Group Tour with House of the Virgin Mary

  Ephesus is the second biggest open-air museum in the world after Pompeii. Explore the public parts of its grounds accompanied by a licensed guide in a small group. Enjoy pick-up from your hotel in Kusadasi or Selcuk or from the cruise ship port. Your driver will take you to several important sights of the area while your guide will help you immerse yourself in Greco-Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman history. The tour includes lunch and you can opt for a carpet or leather-making demonstration. Apart from the city of ancient Ephesus, also explore one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - the Artemis Temple, as well as the temples of Hadrian and Domitian, the Fountains of Trojan, Polio, the Library of Celsus, and the Great Theater, which was once the center point of entertainment for up to 24,000 people. You will also get to see the House where Virgin Mary is believed to have spent her la...

  It was a great day! Our tour guide, Fatima was super knowledgable, personable, and a joy to tour with. She took our group to a great authentic Turkish restaurant. We asked her to help us make arrangements to get back to airport the next day & without hesitation said sure! After the tour that day, it was more than a tour, we made a friend!

  Reviewed by Anonymous, 1/6/2020
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  8. Ephesus: Full-Day Archeological Site Tour with Lunch

  Discover the wonders of the archaeological site of Ephesus on a tour that is sure to be a highlight of your visit to Turkey. You’ll begin the full-day tour with a visit to Isa Bey Mosque, one of the most spectacular examples of Anatolian architecture. Head into the ancient city of Ephesus, and take a guided walk to the Celsus Library, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Trajan Fountain. Explore the historical marble street, and stop at the Great Theater, where St. Paul preached. Lunch will be an open buffet at a local Turkish restaurant. Afterwards you’ll visit a carpet cooperative to see how the Turkish carpets are made by hand. See the shrine of the Virgin Mary, at the site where it is believed she lived her final years. In the late afternoon you’ll visit the Temple Of Artemis (Diana), on the site of one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World.

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  9. Ephesus: Private 5-Hour Tour from Kusadasi or Izmir

  Explore the Greek and Roman ruins of Ephesus on this half-day sightseeing tour from Izmir or Kusadasi ports. As it is a private tour you can start at any time you like, depending on the arrival and departure time of your cruise ship. Transfer to Ephesus and wander among the stunning ruins with a local guide, and see sites such as the Odeon Theatre, which could seat up to 1,400 spectators in its heyday. Admire beautiful Roman statues and decorations carved into marble slabs at the Pollio Fountain. Other highlights include the Celcius Library, completed by the Romans in 117AD. Admire the building’s awe-inspiring façade of columns, statues, and intact windows. Finally, explore the Greek Temple of Artemis, to see one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World.

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  10. Ephesus: Full Day Tour from Kusadası or from Selcuk

  Visit Ephesus, othe world famous archeological site and probably the best preserved Classical city in Europe. Have a nice time walking in the wide streets surrounding the ruins of the city. Visit the Temple of Artemis (Diana), which is one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Enjoy your lunch in the town before traveling to the House of the Virgin Mary, a site that is thought to be the place where the Virgin Mary spent her final days.  This stone house, which was built in Apostolic Age, could be described as a small modest chapel. At the entrance, the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary greets the visitors. On the right there is a smaller room which was believed to be the room where the Virgin Mary had slept. The House of the Virgin Mary was found in the 19th century with the help of the descriptions of the Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich who was a Roman Catholic nun and visionary....