Ephesus Shore Excursion from Bodrum Port to visit Ancient Ruins
Description
Discover the ancient wonders of Ephesus on a full-day tour from Bodrum Port. Explore the extensive Roman ruins of Ephesus, including the Celsus Library and the Great Theater. A visit to the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, adds to the experience. Enjoy a taste of local culture at a women’s cooperative where you can see traditional carpet weaving. This tour includes a private guide, round-trip transportation, and lunch at the cooperative, ensuring a hassle-free adventure through Turkey's rich history. - Full-day guided tour of Ephesus Ancient Site - Visit the Temple of Artemis - Includes lunch at a local women’s cooperative - Convenient pick-up/drop-off from Bodrum Port or hotel, lasting approximately 8 hours
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Itinerary
Your guide will be waiting to meet you at the port. Your guide will hold your name sign.
After a warm welcome, you’ll set off on an 80-minute drive to the legendary Ancient City of Ephesus—one of the most important and best-preserved archaeological sites in the world. Together with your guide, you’ll take a gentle downhill walk through the heart of this once-thriving Roman capital. Along the way, you’ll marvel at iconic landmarks such as the Bouleuterion, the Temple of Domitian, the Hercules Gate, the Temple of Hadrian, and the stunning Library of Celsus, before arriving at the awe-inspiring Great Theater, a masterpiece that once echoed with the voices of 25,000 spectator
We invite you to experience the local culture of Ephesus by visiting the Teaching Village, where you can observe the traditional art of handmade carpets and rugs. Witness the intricate weaving techniques and learn about the craftsmanship that defines this local art form.
Finally, you will drive back to Bodrum.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Your guide will be holding a sign which contains your name
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(6)
What a wonderful tour experience! Deniz was great from before the tour even started. He reached out to myself, as the travel agent, and my husband via WhatsApp, to make sure we knew all the details if we were to find him and win the tour started. He was such an excellent tour guide, so knowledgeable, and so much fun to talk with. Even the two hour drive to Ephesus, was so comfortable in the van, the time passed quickly. He knew so much about Ephesus and all of the history surrounding it. We told him how important our faith is to us, and he did such a great job of explaining the part Ephesus plays in our spiritual walk. Later he took us to a wonderful place for lunch, although he said it was a small snack, we left very full! The food was delicious and it was in such a beautiful place. We then learned so much about carpet making and they even put on a little show with the rugs for us and brought me Turkish coffee! We left everything about the tour and Dennis just made it amazing. I cannot recommend this enough. Speaking as a travel agent, I would definitely book my clients on this tour. Absolutely nothing negative to say about it.
Thank you so much for your incredible and detailed review! 😊 We are absolutely delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful experience with Deniz. From the very first communication through WhatsApp to the final moments of your tour, it’s wonderful to know that he helped make every part of your day smooth, comfortable, and memorable. We're especially happy that he was able to connect the history of Ephesus to your faith journey in a meaningful way. Creating personal and enriching experiences for our guests is something we truly value. We’re also glad you enjoyed the comfortable transportation, the delicious local lunch, the Turkish coffee, and learning about the fascinating tradition of Turkish carpet weaving. 🌿 Your comments mean even more coming from a fellow travel professional. Knowing that you would confidently recommend this experience to your own clients is one of the highest compliments we could receive. We will be sure to share your wonderful feedback with Deniz. Thank you again for your trust, your kind words, and your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in the future! ✨😊
I had watched Paul's Biblical journey throughout Rome& Greece, expressly Ephesus on a program called Acts through Revelation prior to traveling to Greece! To have been blessed to physically see this Area up close & personal is credited to this Amazing Tour with our Dedicated Guide, Safak Kaygusuz. My Hubby & I were picked up at the Bodrum Port & shown to an Ultra comfortable Transport Coach. The ride to/ from Ephesus was long but we were able to catch up on our sleep! :) Safak was extremely personable & knowledgeable given the history of this Biblical Wonderland. After our tour, where we collected some awesome pics & memories, we were taken to lunch at a Women's Cooperative where you could watch Traditional carpet weaving & even purchase a Rug or two. Our Greek lunch was served in a picturesque setting & was delicious! Suchan amazing journey back in time where Paul spent the third leg of his journey -Ephesus!
Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful experience! 😊 We’re truly honored to have been part of such a meaningful Biblical journey for you. Safak will be very happy to hear your kind words. We hope the memories of Ephesus, the delicious lunch, and this special day stay with you for many years to come! 🌿
Wonderful experience, our guide Oscar was very friendly and knowledgeable about history.He gave us an amazing day. Highly recommend.
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great experience with Oscar. His passion for history and caring approach truly make the tours special. We’ll be very happy to welcome you again whenever you return to Turkey! 😊
I joined the VIP Ephesus Tour with pick-up directly from my hotel in Bodrum, and everything was perfect from start to finish. The transfer was smooth and on time, the guide was incredibly knowledgeable, and the whole experience was very well organized. If you’re staying in Bodrum and want a comfortable, stress-free way to explore Ephesus, I highly recommend this tour. I was very satisfied and would definitely choose them again!
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that your VIP Ephesus Tour from Bodrum was smooth, informative, and perfectly organized. We truly appreciate your recommendation and would be delighted to welcome you again!
A lot of waking on uneven services. I have a tendency to fall and I wore good athletic shoes and was fine.
Thank you for the great review! We're so glad you enjoyed the tour with our knowledgeable guide. It’s great to hear that. Hope to see you again soon!
Amazing Experience – Best Tour Ever! This was by far my favorite tour! Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable and attentive to every one of us. It was a private tour and surprisingly affordable. Although the original itinerary didn’t include a stop at the Virgin Mary’s last home, the company went above and beyond to make it happen for us — such thoughtful and flexible service. I absolutely loved Turkey and will definitely be booking future tours with this company. Highly recommended!
Thank you so much for your great review! We are so happy to hear that you had an amazing time with us in Turkey! We hope to see you soon in Turkey..
