Listed below are short, independent trips, day tours and activities for cities and attractions in Turkey provided by some of the leading tour companies in the industry. For further details and to book your tour, click "details & booking" to visit the tour company website.

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Cities: Ankara (2) - Istanbul (46) - Izmir (10)

Attractions: Gallipoli (3) - Archaeological Site of Troy (2) - Ephesus (15) - Pamukkale and Ruins at Hierapolis (14) - Gulet Cruise Along Lycian Coast (2) - Ancient sites near Antalya (1) - Cappadocia (17)


Tours of Ephesus

There are 15 General tours for Ephesus available.


Price: £445

Duration: 4 days

Ex: Istanbul

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Cappadocia Pamukkale and Ephesus

Get out of the city and explore Turkeys other historically significant areas.


Price: £65

Duration: 2 days

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Ephesus & Pamukkale - from Bodrum

A visit to Ephesus which was once the commercial centre of the ancient world, now the largest classical archeological site in the world, is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city with its splendid architectural program was dedicated to the goddess Artemis whose temple was once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You will perceive the ancient life while you are strolling along the marble streets and visiting the Odeon, the Agora, the Temple of Hadrian, the Monumental Fountains, the Roman Baths, the Library of Celsius and the Great Amphitheatre. Pamukkale (Cotton Castle) is a magical and spectacular natural site unique in the world situated by the ruins of sacred Hierapolis ancient city. Pamukkale is a fairyland of dazzling white pertified castles. Calcium rich thermal spring waters at a temperature of 35oC running off the plateau’s edge for millions of years have created the fantastic formation of stalactites, cataracts and basins. Relax in the hot springs that have been used since Roman times for their therapeutic powers or swim in the modern pools filled with warm, soothing thermal waters.


Price: £127

Duration: 2 days

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Ephesus & Pamukkale - from Dalyan

A visit to Ephesus which was once the commercial centre of the ancient world, now the largest classical archaeological site in the world, is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city with its splendid architectural program was dedicated to the goddess Artemis whose temple was once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You will perceive the ancient life while you are strolling along the marble streets and visiting the Odeon, the Agora, the Temple of Hadrian, the Monumental Fountains, the Roman Baths, the Library of Celsius and the Great Amphitheatre. Pamukkale (Cotton Castle) is a magical and spectacular natural site unique in the world, situated by the ruins of sacred Hierapolis ancient city. Pamukkale is a fairyland of dazzling white pertified castles. Calcium rich thermal spring waters at a temperature of 35oC running off the plateau’s edge for millions of years have created the fantastic formation of stalactites, cataracts and basins. Relax in the hot springs that have been used since Roman times for their therapeutic powers or swim in the modern pools filled with warm, soothing thermal waters.


Price: £69

Duration: 2 days

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Ephesus & Pamukkale - from Fethiye

A visit to Ephesus which was once the commercial centre of the ancient world, now the largest classical archaeological site in the world, is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city with its splendid architectural program was dedicated to the goddess Artemis whose temple was once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You will perceive the ancient life while you are strolling along the marble streets and visiting the Odeon, the Agora, the Temple of Hadrian, the Monumental Fountains, the Roman Baths, the Library of Celsius and the Great Amphitheatre. Pamukkale (Cotton Castle) is a magical and spectacular natural site unique in the world situated by the ruins of sacred Hierapolis ancient city. Pamukkale is a fairyland of dazzling white pertified castles. Calcium rich thermal spring waters at a temperature of 35oC running off the plateau’s edge for millions of years have created the fantastic formation of stalactites, cataracts and basins. Relax in the hot springs that have been used since Roman times for their therapeutic powers or swim in the modern pools filled with warm, soothing thermal waters. The Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour are combined here with an overnight stay in Pamukkale.


Price: £75

Duration: 2 days

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Ephesus & Pamukkale - from Marmaris

This two-day trip will offer you an unforgettable experience to TWO of the major must see sights in the whole of Turkey! Below is what your program includes: Day One: On the first day you will witness one of the most beautiful ancient cities - Ephesus, with it's ancient temples & ancient public library. Ephesus also boasts Anatolia's largest theatre (which has lately hosted stars like Tom Jones, Diana Ross & Sting). You will also see the house of The Virgin Mary which is now a popular place of pilgrimage for Catholics and Muslims alike. After having lunch we will head east to Pamukkale. Here you will spend a night in a 3 Star Hotel with dinner and a belly dancing show included. Day Two: On the second day you will have the opportunity to swim in Cleopatra's Pool and also a chance to see the Eighth Wonder of the Natural World, Pamukkale. Towards the end of the day, a visit to the world's biggest Carpet Weaving factory is included where you will learn about the skills involved in making Turkish rugs. One of the oldest of Turkish traditions to date.


Price: £33

Duration: day tour

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Ephesus - from Bodrum

A visit to Ephesus which was once the commercial centre of the ancient world, now the largest classical archeological site in the world, is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city with its splendid architectural program was dedicated to the goddess Artemis whose temple was once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You will perceive the ancient life while you are strolling along the marble streets and visiting the Odeon, the Agora, the Temple of Hadrian, the Monumental Fountains, the Roman Baths, the Library of Celsius and the Great Amphitheatre.


Price: £65

Duration: day tour

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Ephesus - from Dalyan

A visit to Ephesus which was once the commercial centre of the ancient world, now the largest classical archaeological site in the world, is a highlight of any visit to Turkey. The city with its splendid architectural program was dedicated to the goddess Artemis whose temple was once considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. You will perceive the ancient life while you are strolling along the marble streets and visiting the Odeon, the Agora, the Temple of Hadrian, the Monumental Fountains, the Roman Baths, the Library of Celsius and the Great Amphitheatre.


Price: £44

Duration: day tour

Ex: Izmir

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Ephesus and St. Mary's House Day Trip from Izmir

No trip to Turkey is complete without exploring the ancient ruins of Ephesus - the best-preserved classical city in the eastern Mediterranean. You will also visit the final resting place of the Virgin Mary on this day trip from Izmir.


Price: £192

Duration: day tour

Ex: Istanbul

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Ephesus and the House of Virgin Mary Day Trip from Istanbul

Fly to Izmir and explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary on this day trip from Istanbul. Ephesus is home to some of the best-preserved ancient ruins in the Mediterranean. Visit the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Library of Celsus and the Great Theater. Enjoy Turkish delicacies for lunch, then visit the House of the Virgin Mary, where Mary spent the last days of her life.


Price: £44

Duration: day tour

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Ephesus Sightseeing Tour

Explore the best preserved ancient city in Turkey on a Full Day Tour to Ephesus. The Commercial, Religious and Social Center of Antiquity, Ephesus is full of spectacular ruins such as Fountains of Trojan, Polio, The Temples of Hadrian and Domition, Library of Celsius, Bouloterion and the Great Theatre.


Price: £35

Duration: day tour

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Ephesus Tour from Bodrum

Ephesus was once the commercial center of the ancient world, a religious centre of early Christianity and is now the largest classical archeological site in the world - a highlight of any visit to Turkey.


Price: £52

Duration: day tour

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Ephesus Tour from Marmaris

A visit the ancient city of Ephesusis a highlight of any trip to Turkey. Once the commercial capital of the ancient world, this amazing archeological site is the best preserved classical city in the Eastern Mediterranean and now the largest classical archeological site in the modern world.


Price: £48

Duration: day tour

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Ephesus Trip- from Marmaris

Ephesus is the best preserved classical city of the Eastern Mediterranean, and among the most wonderful places in the world enabling one to genuinely 'soak in' the atmosphere of Roman times. Walk along the well planned streets, and marvel the first temple dedicated to a Roman Emperor, the ancient Iatrina, the first road sign of mankind indicating the direction of the brothel and of course the biggest theatre. Relive the days of Julius Caesar who would have spent many an evening sitting in the grand theatre cheering on the gladiators of the day or watching the local thespians at work. Visit the site of the house of The Virgin Mary, where she is said to have spent her last days and there is evidence to suggest that the house still stands today. Just make to sure bring your camera for all those essential holiday snaps!


Price: £120

Duration: day tour

Ex: Izmir

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Private Tour: Ephesus and St. Mary's House

On this privately guided tour, journey to ancient Ephesus with such sites as the ruins of the Great Theatre, the Library of Celsius and the Temple of Hadrian, you'll want to explore as much as you can. Continue to the House of Virgin Mary and St John's Basilica.


Price: £120

Duration: day tour

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Private Tour: Ephesus Day Trip

Admire the spectacular ancient sights of Ephesus, site of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. On this privately guided tour, you will learn about the rich history and heritage as you walk through 2,000 year-old marble streets, the Great Theater, Library of Celsius and Hadrian's Temple.