EPHESUS · PLACE
The Aegean classics.
The 10 bodrum tours travellers book most around Ephesus right now. What each one covers, how long it takes, and which operator runs it.
Private Ephesus tour from Bodrum with licensed guide, comfortable pickup, lunch, key ruins, and a guaranteed return to your cruise.
“We had expected that Ephesus would be a fascinating experience, but the way the city was brought to life by our magnificent guide made it so much more special.”
Full-day coach trip from Bodrum to Ephesus with guided ruins, optional Mary’s House, and a included buffet lunch.
“I have been before and wanted to show my family. We thoroughly enjoyed it. However, there were a couple of points we didn’t enjoy. 1) my husband is very knowledgable about Ephesus and some of the information given by the tour guide was incorrect. Also, it says on the booking information that you would go…”
Early pickup, guided UNESCO Ephesus, the Great Theater, and Meryemana chapel—plus the real price math with entrance fees.
“I had to pay twice to visit the Virgin Mary House, which is unfair. According to the ticket it includes all but later I was told that not.”
A long, early day from Bodrum to Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary, with A/C transport, lunch, and extra shopping stops.
“Great tour round Ephesus. But the unannounced stops for hard sell of jewellery and Turkish delight were not appreciated All the dallying and diversions meant we didn't get back till 9pm after a 6.30am start. Ephesus is literally 170km from Bodrum.”
Bodrum to Ephesus in one long day: hotel pickup, Turkish delight tasting, optional House of the Virgin Mary, and guided Ancient Ephesus.
“Despite the long day it was a fantastic trip and absolutely worth it! We had a great group of people and an excellent guide who kept the energy up and shared so much interesting history. Ephesus itself was incredible — truly a must-see. The stop at Lake Bafa was lovely too.Highly recommend this trip for…”
Guided Ephesus ruins and the Virgin Mary House from Bodrum, with lunch and hotel pickup. Budget entrance fees separately.
“Avevo paura che fosse un'escursione pesante visto le tante ore, invece è stato tutto molto fluido e piacevole. Sicuramente ha aiutato il fatto che a settembre c'è meno gente in generale, e che fa meno caldo. C'erano vari stop per fare acquisti ed andare in bagno. Tutto in tempi ragionevoli. Ho apprezzato che il pranzo…”
Private all-inclusive day trip from Bodrum to Ephesus and Mary’s House with lunch, pre-paid tickets, A/C ride, and flexible pacing.
“We have just completed the most wonderful day trip from Bodrum > Ephesus and return. Selenay, our guide was outstanding, we haven’t had a guide with as much knowledge and passion, she certainly made the day. Our driver was the consummate professional. This Private Tour saw us visit Mary's House and surrounding archaeological sites at…”
A private Ephesus day tour from Bodrum with hotel pickup, guided stops at Lake Bafa, Meryemana, Ephesus, and the Temple of Artemis.
“Yesra was a very fun and well informed guide who helped us really understand the town and its history. She was generous with her time and expertise and we wouldn't hesitate to recommend her services to anyone.”
Private Ephesus day trip from Bodrum with a private English guide, top Ephesus sights, free Artemis Temple stop, and optional Meryemana.
“We recommend this trip with Gunay! It was a long but enjoyable day full of facts, history and information about Ephesus and the surrounding area. Having traveled from the US, we wanted to see as much as possible and she was accommodating. We did not visit the Zeus Temple of Euromos, as described.”
A 13-hour guided trip from Bodrum to UNESCO Ephesus, with a stop at the Library of Celsus, Turkish lunch, and the Virgin Mary House.
“The most we liked is our guide Fatma. She was giving us the information exactly what we needed to know not too much not too little. It is very hard to manage a big group of people but she did it well. We were rushed a bit in some places because we lost the time…”
