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Ephesus Day Trip from Istanbul incl Domestic Flights
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
Selçuk, Aegean Coast, Turkey, Europe
$475
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
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Overview
The full-day trip to the House of Virgin Mary and the Ancient City of Ephesus offers a deep dive into historical wonders and local culture. This immersive experience is designed for those eager to explore Turkey's rich heritage.
- 🏨 Pickup from your Istanbul hotel and drop-off back at the same location for convenience.
- ✈️ Includes return flights, airport transfers, entrance fees, lunch, and a licensed tour guide for a comprehensive experience.
- 🛍️ Opportunity to explore local handicrafts, including traditional handwoven rugs and renowned leather outlets.
- 👥 Enjoy a small-group tour limited to 15 people, ensuring a personalized experience with the option to upgrade to a private tour.
- 🌍 Experience local life by visiting authentic sites rather than tourist traps, providing a more genuine perspective of the region.
- 🕰️ The tour begins with a morning pickup between 04:00 and 04:30 AM, allowing for a full day of exploration.
- 🏛️ Ephesus, the largest open-air museum in Turkey, showcases grand ruins including the Celsus Library and the Grand Theatre, immersing you in ancient history.
- ⛪ The House of the Virgin Mary, an important Christian pilgrimage site, is where the Virgin Mary is believed to have spent her final years.
- 🍽️ Lunch is included during the tour, with drinks available upon request to enhance your dining experience.
- ♿ Wheelchair accessible with options for prams and strollers, ensuring comfort for all guests.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
GROUP TOUR & TRANSFERS
GROUP TOUR & TRANSFERS: The services will be in Group up to 15 persons.
GROUP TOUR & TRANSFERS: The services will be in Group up to 15 persons.
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Transportation with A/C Minibus
- Professional Licensed TOUR GUIDE
- AIRPORT TRANSFERS (from Sultanahmet & Taksim Hotels)
- SMALL-GROUP TOUR up to 15 persons (can be upgraded to PRIVATE TOUR)
- LUNCH during the Tour
- Return DOMESTIC FLIGHTS from/to Istanbul
- Drinks during Lunch (if preferred)
- Gratuities (recommended)
Meeting point
Hotels located in Taksim/Karaköy/Sisli/Besiktas region.
Hotels located in Sultanahmet/Fatih region.
Hotels located in Sultanahmet/Fatih region.
Return details
Hotels located in Taksim/Karaköy/Sisli/Besiktas region.
Hotels located in Sultanahmet/Fatih region.
Hotels located in Sultanahmet/Fatih region.
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IstanbulOur team will pick you up from your Istanbul hotel between 04:00 and 04:30 AM and transfer you comfortably to Istanbul Airport. Upon arrival, you will proceed with your self-check-in and board your flight to Izmir (Ephesus). After you land at Izmir Airport, our representative will be waiting for you at the exit gate of the domestic terminal. Following a scenic one-hour transfer to Ephesus, you will meet the rest of the group and begin your Full-Day Ephesus Tour.
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Ephesus Ancient CityEphesus Ruins is the largest open-air museum in Turkey, reflecting the grandeur of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations at their peak. As you walk through this extraordinary archaeological site, you step back in time while discovering the Senate Building, the Ancient Hospital, the Temple of Domitian, the famous Nike Statue, Hercules Gate, the Trajan Fountain, the beautifully preserved Temple of Hadrian, the world-renowned Celsus Library, and the magnificent Grand Theatre of Ephesus—along with many other remarkable remains that bring history vividly to life.
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The House of the Virgin MaryThe House of the Virgin Mary is one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites, believed to be the place where the Virgin Mary spent her final years and passed away. The shrine gained worldwide recognition after Pope Paul VI visited in 1967 and informally affirmed its authenticity. It was later visited by Pope John Paul II in 1979 and Pope Benedict XVI in 2006. During their visits, each offered special gifts to the sanctuary, many of which can still be seen today.
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The Temple of ArtemisArtemis was the Greek goddess of the hunt, a virginal protector and the twin sister of Apollo, who eventually replaced the Titan Selene as the Goddess of the Moon. Her ancient temple, built around 650 BC in honor of the cult of Artemis, stood on a site that had long been sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess Cybele. The construction was funded by the wealthy King of Lydia, and the marshy ground was deliberately chosen to help cushion the structure against future earthquakes. Over the centuries, however, the temple was repeatedly damaged and destroyed by natural disasters, leading to several reconstructions and collapses throughout its history.
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Kusadasi Shopping CenterYou will also have the opportunity to discover authentic local handicrafts, including the traditional handwoven rugs—one of the oldest and most cherished art forms of the Turkish culture—as well as renowned leather outlets. If you wish, you can enjoy a truly genuine and enjoyable shopping experience. Throughout the visit, your professional local tour guide will be right by your side, offering valuable insights, recommending the most reputable artisan centers, and providing expert tips to ensure a smooth, enjoyable, and completely hassle-free experience.
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IstanbulAt the end of the Tour, we will make our way back to Airport with an hour's drive and you will have your flight back to Istanbul. When you land to Istanbul Airport, our team will meet you at the exit gate of the domestic terminal. Then transfer back to your Hotel in Istanbul. PLEASE NOTE THAT YOUR ISTANBUL HOTEL SHOULD BE IN SULTANAHMET OR TAKSIM REGIONS. You might see more details on the section of "PICK-UP & DROP-OFF"
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Ephesus Day Trip from Istanbul incl Domestic Flights
Istanbul, Turkey, Europe
Selçuk, Aegean Coast, Turkey, Europe
$475
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!