Explore 3 of Turkey’s most important heritage sites on a full-day tour from Istanbul. Round-trip flights and luxury transfers are included. Explore the ancient ruins of the UNESCO-listed Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and the House of the Virgin Mary.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 12 hours
- Starting times 5:30 AM, 6:00 AM, 6:30 AM
- Skip the ticket line
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, Japanese, Portuguese, Chinese
- Pickup included
- Please wait in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
- Small group
- Limited to 15 participants
Experience
Highlights
- Discover the Roman ruins of Ephesus with an experienced guide
- Explore the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World
- Visit the House of the Virgin Mary, where her last days were spent
Full description
Discover the rich cultural heritage of Turkey with this day trip to Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and the House of the Virgin Mary. Explore these incredible sites with an experienced local guide. Benefit from round-trip flights and luxury transfers from your hotel in Istanbul.
After pickup in Istanbul, travel to the airport where you’ll board a flight to Izmir. Once you’ve landed, drive to the incredible UNESCO World Heritage site of Ephesus. Wander through the ancient ruins with your guide, see the Grand Theater, and admire the stunning Library of Celsus.
Continue your tour with a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, where the mother of Jesus was said to spend her final days. Finally, head to the sparse ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Afterwards, fly back to Istanbul and get dropped off at your hotel.
Includes
- Day trip to Ephesus
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guide
- Round-trip flight from Istanbul to Izmir
- Airport transfers by air-conditioned vehicle
- Entrance fees
- All taxes
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Not suitable for
- Pregnant women
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All required protective equipment is provided
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers will get a mandatory temperature check
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What to bring
- Passport
