Day Trip to Ephesus

Discover one of Turkey's most significant archaeological locations on this day excursion to Ephesus. The itinerary includes highlights such as the Great Theatre, the Temple of Adrian, and the Library of Celsus, ensuring an unforgettable experience.

Details of the Day Trip

We will start the journey by picking you up from your hotel in Marmaris at the scheduled time, embarking on this fascinating trip to one of the key cities in Asia Minor during ancient times. Are you ready to explore Ephesus? Let’s get started!

On our way, we will pause for a delightful breakfast to recharge. Following our meal, we will proceed to the Ephesus archaeological site, located along the Ionian coast. This site has gained recognition as one of Turkey's premier tourist destinations, and you will soon understand why. Upon arrival, we’ll initiate a detailed guided tour of this remarkably preserved Greco-Roman city.

Exploring the remnants of Ephesus, we’ll take in various architectural wonders such as the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Adrian, and the Roman Theatre. Interestingly, the theatre boasts a capacity of 24,000 spectators! Furthermore, the Library of Celsus was renowned for being one of the most opulent libraries within the Roman Empire in this region. Prepare to be fascinated!

Once we have uncovered the wonders of this UNESCO World Heritage Site, our journey leads us to Selçuk, where we will visit a restaurant to enjoy a delightful traditional Turkish lunch. Afterward, you can opt to explore either the historic House of the Virgin Mary or the Architectural Museum of Ephesus.

Finally, we will return to Marmaris, concluding the day trip at your hotel after a full duration of 13 hours.