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Top 15 Ephesus Tours in Istanbul

39 tours  ·  from $115 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 ephesus tours in Istanbul justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

4 Days Turkey Tour - Cappadocia, Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour - Day One: Kaymakli and Cappadocia’s Southern Valleys
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4 Days Turkey Tour – Cappadocia, Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour

1.4 Days Turkey Tour – Cappadocia, Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 138 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,571Our pick

See Cappadocia’s underground city and fairy chimneys, Pamukkale’s white terraces, and Ephesus’s grand ruins on a four-day trip from Istanbul. Flights, transfers, hotels, guides, lunches, breakfasts, and entrance fees are included. Expect early starts, changing local groups, and little spare time. The optional Cappadocia balloon ride requires separate booking.

“There were unique aspects of every city/region we visited. Ancient history in some regions, and amazing geological scenery with a hot air balloon ride added. I wouldn't change any of it. Only problem is between flights (particularly if they are delayed) and early pickups, there is some lack of sleep. Worth it though.”

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6 Days Turkey Tour Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Gallipoli Troy - Troy and Pergamon: legends beside ancient stones
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6 Days Turkey Tour Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Gallipoli Troy

2.6 Days Turkey Tour Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus, Gallipoli Troy

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 109 reviews · 6 days (approx.) · from $2,122

Travel from Istanbul through Gallipoli, Troy, Pergamon, Pamukkale, Ephesus, and Cappadocia in six busy days. You get domestic flights, hotels, meals, entrance fees, airport transfers, and English-speaking guides for groups of up to 15. A hot-air balloon ride in Cappadocia is optional and must be booked separately.

“What an incredible experience. From start to finish everything i needed was taken care off. Airport and hotel transfer, even when my flight was delayed, went smoothly. The customer service was fantastic and they arranged for me to get my covid test to get back to the us. On top of that the sites were incredible and my guides at each location were so knowledgeable and went out of their way to make the trip special”

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Daily Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary from Istanbul - Small Group - Istanbul airport transfers and the early start
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Daily Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary from Istanbul – Small Group

3.Daily Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary from Istanbul – Small Group

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 95 reviews · 15 hours (approx.) · from $860

This 15-hour trip links Istanbul and Ephesus by air, with hotel transfers, a local guide, lunch, and a group capped at 14. You’ll see the Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, Odeion, Temple of Artemis, St. John’s Basilica, and the House of the Virgin Mary. Guide quality varies, with Elif, Zafer Bozoglu, Ceyla Ergon, and Ismail praised by name.

“An amazing tour. Deeply moving to be at the House of the Blessed Virgin and the Tomb of St John. My guide ? Gotca was marvellous, as were all the staff. I highly recommend this tour.”

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7 Days Best of Turkey Tour: Istanbul-Cappadocia-Ephesus-Pamukkale - Cappadocia’s northern route brings fairy chimneys and village life
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7 Days Best of Turkey Tour: Istanbul-Cappadocia-Ephesus-Pamukkale

4.7 Days Best of Turkey Tour: Istanbul-Cappadocia-Ephesus-Pamukkale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 91 reviews · 7 days (approx.) · from $1,713

This fast-moving Turkey tour links Istanbul’s monuments, Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys and underground city, Ephesus, and Pamukkale. You travel by included domestic flights, stay in included hotels, and tour with licensed English-speaking guides in groups of up to 20. A balloon ride is optional, and free cancellation is available up to 24 hours ahead.

“This itinerary was impeccable. Well-located and pleasant hotels, perfect logistics, professional guides, good restaurants included and attentive and super friendly staff! I recommend it!”

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5-Day Aegean Tour - Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale - Troy is smaller than the legend
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5-Day Aegean Tour – Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale

5.5-Day Aegean Tour – Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Pamukkale

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 86 reviews · 5 days (approx.) · from $1,543

Travel from Istanbul to Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Kuşadası, and Pamukkale with an English-speaking guide such as Tamer, Ege, or Ahmet. You’ll ride in an air-conditioned vehicle, stay four nights, eat four breakfasts and dinners, and fly from Denizli back to Istanbul. Expect major archaeological sites, long drives, and several shopping stops.

“Happy with this tour. Good tour guide, sociable, acknowledged Hanuk of Fez travel.”

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Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Cappadocia 8 Day Package - Istanbul begins with the old city’s greatest hits
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Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Cappadocia 8 Day Package

6.Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Cappadocia 8 Day Package

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 83 reviews · 8 days (approx.) · from $1,050

Travel through Turkey in a group of up to 12, with airport transfers, domestic flights, centrally located hotels, breakfasts, lunches, and local guides. See Hagia Sophia, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia, the Grand Bazaar, and the Bosphorus. Guides may vary, with past guests especially praising Baskin, Ali, and the responsive support team.

“We love our Turkey experience! The entire trip was well organized. As soon as it was booked, the tour operator TOUR ALTINKUM TRAVEL reached out to us for the details of our flights and, in a few days, we were sent our itinerary. From the airport pickups and hotel drop-offs, and booked flights to the different cities, everything was on time. There was even one time when the operator of the airport pickup did a video call to make sure that we were with the right driver. It made us feel very safe. We were very satisfied with the choice of hotels, especially the Efe Boutique Hotel in Kusadasi. The…”

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Private 4 Days Turkey Tour from Istanbul to Cappadocia, Ephesus, Pamukkale - Day two: underground rooms and rural Cappadocia
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Private 4 Days Turkey Tour from Istanbul to Cappadocia, Ephesus, Pamukkale

7.Private 4 Days Turkey Tour from Istanbul to Cappadocia, Ephesus, Pamukkale

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,900

Travel privately from Istanbul to Cappadocia, Ephesus, and Pamukkale in four busy days. Expect airport transfers, domestic flights arranged separately, private guides, four lunches, and entry tickets. You will see underground cities, cave churches, Roman ruins, and Pamukkale’s white terraces, with guide assignments varying by departure.

“We got awesome travel experience from two great tour guides accompanied us. What's more that made it extra special, they made extra effort to let us celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary with lots of surprises. Their expertise and professionalism, and good hearted truly best represented their agency. Even the coach drivers gives us the feeling we were in good hands. To Hatice and Tijen, kudos to both of you. Thank you very much for the unforgettable and one of the best tour we have.”

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Istanbul to Ephesus Full Day Guided Tour, Flight and Lunch incl. - A quiet beginning at the House of the Virgin Mary
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Istanbul to Ephesus Full Day Guided Tour, Flight and Lunch incl.

8.Istanbul to Ephesus Full Day Guided Tour, Flight and Lunch incl.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 66 reviews · 14 to 17 hours (approx.) · from $476

This 14 to 17-hour trip takes you from your Istanbul hotel to Ephesus by air, with airport transfers, an English-speaking guide, lunch, and a group limited to six people. You’ll visit the House of the Virgin Mary, walk Ephesus’ marble streets, see the Temple of Artemis, and spend time in Şirince. Guides such as Nizam and Melike have earned especially strong praise.

“Very nice tour that takes you back two thousand years Our tour guide (Nezam) was very nice knowledgeable and courteous Recommend this activity for every person”

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2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tours from Istanbul - Mary’s House, a quiet first stop
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2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tours from Istanbul

9.2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale Tours from Istanbul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 65 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $820

Fly from Istanbul to Izmir, explore Mary’s House and Ephesus with a licensed guide, then sleep in Kusadasi. The next day brings Pamukkale’s white terraces, Hierapolis, and optional Cleopatra Pool before a flight from Denizli back to Istanbul. Expect early starts, long drives, and a small group of up to 15 people.

“The tour was well planned and the office manager and tour guides were incredibly knowledgeable and kind. Overall, an excellent experience.”

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Wonders of Turkey - Gulet: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Fethiye - Troy and Behramkale add a welcome change of pace
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Wonders of Turkey – Gulet: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Fethiye

10.Wonders of Turkey – Gulet: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Fethiye

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 51 reviews · from $2,356

Spend 13 days traveling from Istanbul to Cappadocia, with guided visits to Gallipoli, Troy, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Konya, and Ankara. The centerpiece is a three-night gulet cruise from Fethiye, with meals, swimming, snorkeling, and small coastal bays. Expect a maximum of 16 people, shared transport, and a separate captain-led cruise section.

“My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our 3 day cruise. Great way to start our Turkey trip. I would recommend it!”

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From Istanbul: Ephesus Day Tour with Return Flights - Ephesus first: Marble Street and the Great Theater
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From Istanbul: Ephesus Day Tour with Return Flights

11.Ephesus Day Tour with Return Flights

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 10 hours · from $437

Fly from Istanbul to Izmir for a private, full-day Ephesus tour with a licensed English or Spanish-speaking guide. Walk Marble Street, see the Great Theater and Library of Celsus, visit the Virgin Mary’s house and Temple of Artemis, then return by air. Flights, transfers, and hotel pickup are included, but entrance fees and lunch are extra.

“Excellent tour with a knowledgeable and experienced guide. It made all the difference to learn the history, culture and see the sights with greater understanding and appreciation. Highly recommend this tour.”

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From Istanbul: Private Guided Day Trip to Ephesus with Lunch - The early airport transfer from your Istanbul hotel
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From Istanbul: Private Guided Day Trip to Ephesus with Lunch

12.Private Guided Day Trip to Ephesus with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 50 reviews · 15 hours · from $449

Fly from Istanbul to Izmir, then explore the Temple of Artemis and Ephesus with a licensed English-speaking guide. You will also visit the House of Virgin Mary and enjoy lunch at a local handicrafts center. Guides such as Inan, Tansu, Ekim, and Cuneyt have earned special praise for their clear explanations and warm help.

“We enjoyed extremely our experience. Our guide Tunç Ilada ("Troy") is one of the bests in Turkey for sure and the driver also very experient and kind. The backoffice (Aylin) provided all the information and support we needed. Thank you all.”

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2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale from Istanbul - Day one: flying from Istanbul to Selçuk
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2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale from Istanbul

13.2 Days Ephesus and Pamukkale from Istanbul

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $856

Fly from Istanbul to Izmir, explore Ephesus with a guide, visit the House of the Virgin Mary, Artemis, and Sirince, then spend a night near Kuşadası or Selçuk. The second day brings you to Hierapolis and Pamukkale before a return flight to Istanbul. Flights, transfers, entrance fees, hotel, breakfasts, and two lunches are included.

“Guide was good and knowledgeable. Lunch was good. Driver and people from Ephesus were warm and friendly !”

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Day Trip to Ephesus from/to Istanbul with FLIGHT and LUNCH - The drive to Selcuk and the first meeting
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Day Trip to Ephesus from/to Istanbul with FLIGHT and LUNCH

14.Day Trip to Ephesus from/to Istanbul with FLIGHT and LUNCH

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · 14 hours (approx.) · from $280Best value

Fly from Istanbul to Izmir, meet your guide, and spend the day at the House of the Virgin Mary, Ephesus, and the Temple of Artemis. The group is capped at 12, with guides such as Emre, Ata, Ugur, and Ganca praised for clear explanations. Lunch and transfers are included, but site entry fees and drinks cost extra.

“Ephesus was a huge surprise and wasn't what I had expected. I thought after seeing Pompei it would be a let down. It wasn't! Our guide knew much about all the stops we made. Since we came from Istanbul, still suffering jet lag from our U”

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Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus 7 Day Package - Istanbul: imperial power in a single long day
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Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus 7 Day Package

15.Istanbul, Cappadocia, Pamukkale and Ephesus 7 Day Package

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 33 reviews · 7 days (approx.) · from $970

Move from Istanbul’s mosques and palaces to Cappadocia’s cave churches, Pamukkale’s terraces and Ephesus by small-group tour. You’ll have local guides, six hotel nights, five lunches, domestic flights and airport transfers arranged. Guides and contacts named in feedback include Berkay, Sedef, Ogün and Verkay Cakir. A hot-air balloon ride in Cappadocia costs extra.

“This tour keeps you busy and on the go but it was absolutely spectacular. We have traveled a lot and this is one of the best tours we have ever done. Accommodation, meals, activities just flow into each other. Thank you for all. Arne and Steve Our guides names were: Verkay Cakir Seder GIF GIF”

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