Ephesus Day Tour from Kusadasi and Selcuk
Day Trip to Ephesus from Kusadasi and Selcuk
Ephesus day tour from Kusadasi & Selcuk with hotel transfer, guide, lunch, Virgin Mary House & Temple of Artemis. All entrance fees included.
Tour Overview
If you’re staying in Kuşadası or Selçuk, you’re just minutes away from one of the most impressive archaeological wonders in the world — the Ancient City of Ephesus. Our Ephesus Day Tour from Kuşadası and Selçuk offers a perfect opportunity to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site with a professional guide, all in one hassle-free day.
The tour begins with a convenient pick-up from your hotel and continues with a comprehensive exploration of Ephesus, once the capital of Roman Asia Minor. You’ll walk along its marble streets, admire iconic monuments such as the Library of Celsus and the Great Theater, and learn about the city’s fascinating past — from Greek settlers to the early Christian period.
You will also visit the sacred House of Virgin Mary, believed to be her final residence, as well as the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. A delicious lunch at a local restaurant is included to make your day complete.
With comfortable round-trip transportation, entrance tickets, and guiding service included, this day tour is a must-do for anyone staying in Kuşadası or Selçuk.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off from Kuşadası or Selçuk included
- Licensed English-speaking tour guide
- Entrance tickets to Ephesus, Virgin Mary House & Temple of Artemis
- Delicious lunch at a local restaurant
- Small group tour with air-conditioned vehicle
Tour Itinerary
08:30 – Your day begins with pick-up from your hotel in Kuşadası or Selçuk.
(Pick-up time may vary depending on your hotel’s location — please share your hotel details when booking.)
Meet with your professional local guide and other tour participants. Then drive to the first destination: the Ephesus Ancient City.
Today’s itinerary includes:
- Ephesus Ancient City – Begin your guided walk through one of the world’s most well-preserved Roman cities. Explore:
- Library of Celsus – The third-largest library of the ancient world.
- Great Theater – A 24,000-seat arena where St. Paul once preached.
- Temple of Hadrian – A beautifully decorated monument dedicated to Emperor Hadrian.
- Domitian Temple – One of the first temples built for an emperor in Asia Minor.
- Fountain of Trajan – Monumental fountain honoring the Roman emperor Trajan.
- Odeon (Bouleuterion) – Used for concerts and council meetings.
- Agora – Ephesus’s ancient market and political hub.
- Marble Street – A wide colonnaded road with historical carvings and inscriptions.
- Public Latrines – One of the most interesting aspects of Roman social life.
- Lunch – Enjoy a delicious meal at a local Turkish restaurant. (Drinks not included.)
- House of Virgin Mary – Visit the peaceful mountain sanctuary believed to be the final residence of the Virgin Mary. Sacred to both Christians and Muslims, this site has been visited by multiple Popes and pilgrims worldwide.
- Temple of Artemis – Final stop at the remains of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Though only a few columns stand today, the historical weight of this ancient temple is undeniable.
16:30 – The guided tour ends. You will be transferred back to your hotel in Kuşadası or Selçuk.
What's Included
Included
- Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off (Kusadasi or Selcuk Areas)
- Transportations in the tour
- English Speaking Local Tour Guide
- Lunch
- Entrance fees in the program
- Parking and road tolls
- Local Taxes
Not Included
- Personal Expenses
- Drinks at the lunch
Important Remarks
Please read the following important information carefully before booking. These remarks contain essential details about your tour experience.
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off are available for central hotels in Kuşadası and Selçuk.
- Please inform us of your hotel name and location during booking.
More Details
Your day starts peacefully in Kuşadası or Selçuk, where you’re picked up by a comfortable minivan and greeted by a local expert. After a short scenic ride, the ancient stones of Ephesus welcome you. Marble streets stretch before you, leading to temples, libraries, fountains, and an amphitheater that once echoed with Roman voices.
You walk past the grand Library of Celsus, stand in awe at the Great Theater, and imagine the applause of thousands. Your guide brings the ruins to life with rich stories, connecting the past to the present.
After a relaxing lunch, the journey continues to the sacred House of Virgin Mary, nestled on a quiet mountaintop — a place of pilgrimage, prayer, and reflection. The day ends at the legendary Temple of Artemis, where one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World once stood.
As you return to your hotel, you carry not just photos, but the powerful sense of having walked through living history.
You're staying in Kusadasi, a day trip to Ephesus is an absolute must. And if you're looking for the best way to experience the ancient city, look no further than the Ephesus day tour. From start to finish, this tour was exceptional. The tour guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the history of the area, which made the experience that much more immersive. The tour started early in the morning, which allowed us to beat the crowds and have a more peaceful experience exploring the ruins of Ephesus. As we made our way through the ancient city, our guide pointed out all of the important landmarks, including the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Great Theater. It was fascinating to learn about the history of the city and the different cultures that had left their mark on the area. It was not included in the tour but they made a gesture to us and the tour included to visit to the nearby village of Sirince, where we had the chance to sample some delicious local wine and explore the charming streets. It was the perfect way to cap off an amazing day. Overall, I would highly recommend the Ephesus day tour from Kusadasi to anyone visiting the area. It was a truly unforgettable experience that I will treasure for years to come.
We have just come from a day trip of fantastic Ephesus from Kusadasi... Our tour guide Ferat was excellent and extremely knowledgeable and made our day trip very interesting... I highly recommend this fantastic Ephesus and Virgin Mary tour to anyone...
We had a wonderful Ephesus and Mary’s house tour with Erol as our guide. It was a very small group of 8 pax and he was very knowledgeable and flexible to meet our preferences with the pace of the tour, taking us to Mary’s house first thing to avoid the crowds. Erol gave us lots of interesting information as we walked through the Ephesus ruins together. Then we had a lovely visit to a Turkish pottery making studio which was not a high pressure sales situation, followed by a Turkish lunch at the local restaurant. It was very nice of them to take us to Sirince village without getting a fee. There was no Sirince Village in the program and it was sold as an optional tour. We were happy to see this place on the same day. Everything was fine and very satisfied. We recommend it to everyone.
Ephesus day tour from the port has been great. Their team has been very attentive and a very quick to response. They gave us a meeting point just opposite the harbor. Pick up and drop off were on time. The tour was great and their local guide was very knowledgeable and kind. I will for sure reach out to the tour company and highly recommend them to our friends.
on our Turkey trip with family... It was super fun and good. we loved it because we learned a lot of knowledgeable information about Ephesus and also gets fun on the day.
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