This is a 3 Days / 2 Nights Tour, That Can be Modified to 4 or 5 Days to include Istanbul or any other city.
Tour Overview
Step back in time on a 3-day journey from Istanbul to Ephesus, exploring the majestic Terrace Houses, the legendary Temple of Artemis, and the sacred House of the Virgin Mary. Immerse yourself in ancient wonders, rich history, and timeless Turkish beauty.
Itinerary Highlight
Day 1: From the Timeless Istanbul to Enchanting Ephesus
Morning: Board your flight from Istanbul and soar toward Izmir, leaving the bustling Bosphorus behind.
Arrival: Arrive and be whisked to your hotel in the heart of Ephesus, your gateway to ancient wonders.
Afternoon: Step into history as you wander through the storied streets of Ephesus. Marvel at the Terrace Houses, feel the divine aura at the Temple of Artemis, and contemplate centuries of devotion at the House of the Virgin Mary.
Evening: Retreat to your hotel for a restful night, letting the whispers of antiquity lull you to sleep.
Day 2: Immersed in Ephesus’ Ancient Glory
Morning: Embark on a guided exploration of Ephesus’ treasures, from grand theaters to marble-clad streets that echo with the footsteps of civilizations past.
Afternoon: Continue to hidden gems: the sacred Basilica of St. John and the ethereal Temple of Artemis, where history and legend intertwine.
Evening: Return to your hotel as twilight falls, allowing the magic of Ephesus to linger in your dreams.
Day 3: Farewell to the Ancient World, Return to Istanbul
Morning: Journey to Izmir airport and take flight back to Istanbul, carrying the memories of timeless ruins and sacred spaces.
Afternoon: Arrive in Istanbul, your journey complete, hearts enriched by the echoes of history and the beauty of Turkey’s legendary landscapes.
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- Duration: 3 Days 2 Nights
- Accessibility : Easy / Standard
- Group Size: Private max 8
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INCLUDED
- Accommodation: Two nights’ stay in 3- or 4-star hotels in Kusadasi or Selcuk, including daily breakfasts.
- Transportation: All ground transfers, including airport pickups and drop-offs, as well as transportation during the tours via air-conditioned, non-smoking vehicles.
- Guided Tours: Professional English-speaking guides leading the tours of Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and the House of the Virgin Mary.
Istanbul Day Tours - Entrance Fees: Admission to all included historical sites and museums, such as Ephesus Ancient City, the Temple of Artemis, and the House of the Virgin Mary.
- Meals: Lunches at local restaurants during the tours.
- Taxes and Fees: All local taxes, parking fees, and road tolls associated with the tour.
NOT INCLUDED
- Personal Expenses: Any personal purchases or expenses incurred during the trip.
- Drinks: Beverages during meals, including alcoholic drinks.
- Dinners: Evening meals are generally not included; guests are free to explore local dining options.
- Optional Activities: Additional activities such as hot air balloon rides in Cappadocia, Turkish baths, or night shows are not included and may be available at an extra cost.
- Gratuities: Tips for guides and drivers are not included and are at the discretion of the traveler.
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Ancient Ruins
Walk the Marble Streets of Gods and Emperors
To wander Ephesus is to step into the heartbeat of antiquity. Here, the whispers of emperors, merchants, and philosophers echo through grand marble streets. The Library of Celsus rises before you, a testament to architectural ambition and scholarly reverence. Stand in its shadow, and you feel not only history but the human desire for immortality, carved in stone and bronze.
The theater, capable of holding 25,000 spectators, feels alive again as the wind carries imagined voices and applause. Every ruin is a story: the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, offers fleeting glimpses of marble perfection that once held divine power. For travelers who crave both awe and intimacy, private guided tours reveal inscriptions and secret corners that most tourists never see, turning each step into discovery.
Luxury here is in the exclusivity of experience. Imagine walking the Terrace Houses with a personal historian, tracing frescoed walls and mosaics still vibrant after two millennia. Or enjoying a sunset wine tasting on a private terrace overlooking the ruins, the fading light igniting the ancient stones with golden fire. This is not merely sightseeing; it is a conversation with the past, a rare privilege reserved for those willing to immerse themselves fully. Ephesus is no ordinary ruin — it’s a living stage where history performs in grandeur. Stand before the Library of Celsus, its elegant façade a love letter carved in stone, or walk the colonnaded Arcadian Way that once welcomed Cleopatra and Mark Antony. As sunlight falls over the ancient amphitheater, you don’t just see history — you feel it rising beneath your feet.
✦ Stand on the Great Theatre stage
✦ Marvel at the Temple of Artemis