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From Istanbul: Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Day Trip

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From Istanbul: Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary Day Trip
Top rated
4.681818 out of 5 stars
4.7
4.681818 out of 5 stars
22 reviews

Fly from Istanbul to Izmir and enjoy a day trip to Ephesus Ancient City and House of Virgin Mary. Visit the Temple of Artemis, Isabey Mosque and religious sites with a private driver.

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Duration 13 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Wheelchair accessible
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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Pickup location:

    İstanbul

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Airplane

    (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Ephesus Ancient City

    Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Free time, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk, Self-guided tour (2 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    House of Virgin Mary

    Break time, Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Shopping, Sightseeing, Walk (1 hour)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Selcuk

    Break time, Photo stop (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Airplane

    (1 hour)

  • Bus/coach

    (1 hour)

  • Arrive back at:

    İstanbul

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Explore Ephesus, the most impressive archeological site in Turkey
  • Listen to your certified guide as you go through the sites
  • See the first church dedicated to Virgin Mary is in Ephesus
  • Visit the Archaeology Museum

Full description

After being picked up between 5AMand 5.30AM from your hotel in Istanbul, you will be driven to the airport where you will catch a flight to Izmir. Meet your private guide in Izmir and make your first visit to House of Virgin Mary, a small house in the Solmissos Mountains which is recognized as the final resting place of the Virgin Mary. See the small shrine dedicated to St. Mary which was found when the ruins of the house were first discovered.

Continue your tour to the ancient city of Ephesus. Visit the Fountains of Trojan, Polio, The Temples of Hadrian and Domitian, the Library of Celsius, and the Great Theatre. After this make a stop for a traditional Turkish lunch. Visit a leather shop and continue to Isa Bey Mosque, one of the most delicate examples of Seljukian architecture, situated below the basilica of Saint John. To conclude your tour, stop at the Temple of Artemis, first built during the Archaic period and considered to be one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Afterwards, drive back to Izmir airport to make your flight back to Istanbul. Our Istanbul team will met you at the Istanbul airport and transfer you to your hotel in Istanbul.

Includes

  • Airport Transfers in Istanbul & Izmir
  • Round-trip domestic flight tickets between Istanbul and Izmir
  • Professional and licensed tour guide
  • Transportation in a fully A/C, non-smoking vehicle
  • Parking fees
  • Open buffet lunch
  • Drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Entrance fees

Not suitable for

  • People with mobility impairments

Important information

Not allowed

  • Pets

Know before you go

  • Please wear comfortable shoes and bring a hat and plenty of sunscreen as the shade is limited
  • The order of the tour itinerary may vary in order to avoid congestion
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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 22 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5
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GetYourGuide traveler – MexicoMay 19, 2025 – Verified booking
Todo muy bien!!
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GetYourGuide traveler – United StatesApril 23, 2025 – Verified booking
took the 1st flight from Istanbul. Met by the guide in Izmir and the comfy ride began towards Ephesus. our guide Kaya was a very eloquent presenter of history. He had our attention.
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ELISA – MexicoApril 23, 2025 – Verified booking

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