Full Day tour of Ephesus, House of Mary and Basilica of St. John (8 hours)

Biblical sites, including  Mary's last-known dwelling place, the ancient city of Ephesus, the Basilica of St. John and a relaxing  lunch are featured in this fascinating, full-day private tour.

After meeting with our staff at Izmir Airport. As your vehicle  makes its way along the Aegean Coast, you will pass some fertile lands of the region. As you reach the silted valley, time seems to come to a halt and then reverse. After a steep drive up Mt. Pagus, you will arrive at a stone chapel.  This converted house probably dates from the 1st century and was envisioned by a  German nun as the site where the Virgin Mary spent her last years. Continuing to Ephesus, leave your coach at the parking area and proceed on foot through  Magnesia Gate. As you stroll along the old marble streets, you will pass the  Odeon and State Agora. You will also see the ornate Hadrian Temple, (Optinal Visit Terrace houses), the beautifully restored facade of the Celsus Library, the Roman Baths  of Scholastica, the Commercial Agora and the theater, which accommodates 25,000  spectators and is still used for occasional performances. After your visit to Ephesus, re-board your vehicle for an enjoyable lunch.  Afterwards enjoy a presentation about Turkish weaving, see the girls at the looms  knotting carpets and kilims. Learn about the natural dyes and learn the  differences between Silk , flosh, wool and cotton weaving for handmade rugs.  The proprietors will give a fascinating demonstration of the local traditional crafts. Next is the Basilica of St. John, when St. John was burried, is your final stop before your return to Izmir Airport.

Cost of Private Ephesus Tour starting and ending at Izmir Airport: 245 Euro (Total to be paid 1-6 people)
​* Above rate is NOT a per person rate. It is total to be paid for your group.
* We offer %20 discount for Private Ephesus Tour bookings with English speaking tour guides, on certain dates. To see these  dates please visit: Discounted dates for Ephesus Tours
Rates Cover:

• Services of an excellent English speaking tour Guide 
• A/C Mercedes V-Class
• All transportation costs.
• Tax, service charges.
• Pick up and drop off from/to Izmir Airport.
• Traditional Turkish Lunch 
• Parking fees to the sites.

Rates Do Not Cover:

• Entrance fees to the sites.
• Drinks during lunch​

* There is no admission fee for children under 8 years old. For the proof of age, please bring passport copies with you.

​* There is no prepayment required for the reservation. To avoid disappointment, we recommend making your private tour reservation at earliest possible.

Payment Terms:
Payment can be made in Euros, Turkish Liras, British Pounds and US Dollars cash at the end of the tour. There is no prepayment required for the booking.

Cancellation Policy
You can cancel a tour 72 hours in advance of your tour departure without any charges. If you would like to cancel a tour, simply send us an email and we will  be happy to assist you. Once you are within the 24 hour tour departure window,  the tour becomes non-refundable. This is because our guide and vehicle have set  aside space to accommodate your request and will often not be able to  fill that  space with another customer so close to departure.

​For questions, please visit: Frequently Asked Questions About Ephesus and Tours

* For private tour booking, Kindly advise us the following:

1. Full names of all the members of your group.
2. Number of people in your group.
3. Tour Date
4. Name of the Cruise Ship/Hotel/Flight number
5. Time to start the tour 
6. Tour code or name or names of the sites you would like to visit.
7. WhatsApp or phone number (while travelling).

For more information about Private Ephesus Tours from Izmir Airport and booking, please contact us.