Bodrum to Ephesus Day Trip

Bodrum to Ephesus Day Trip

Quick Information

Tour Highlights : Ephesus Ancient City, The House of the Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis.

Duration :  Approx. 10-12 Hours

Tour Standard : Private

Departures : All year round from Bodrum

Price Includes

Professional Licensed Tour Guide

Transportation with luxury Mercedes A/C Van.

All transportation costs like gass & parking fees.

All insurances.

Local Taxes.

Of course %100 Satisfaction.

Tour Program

Private Ephesus tour from Bodrum includes all the must-visit places in the area such as Ephesus Ancient City,  the House of the Virgin Mary, The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus and its surroundings.

Ephesus tour from Bodrum with Mercedes vehicle

On the way going to Ephesus, you will have one stop by lake Bafa, where you can take nice photos and rest for a few minutes. Upon arrival, your guide will greet you at the entrance of Ephesus Ancient City which you will visit first. Your driver will come to pick you up from your hotel in Bodrum with a private VIP vehicle and start your journey to Ephesus (approx. 2 hours 45 min).

Ephesus Ancient City

Private Ephesus Tour

Along the tour, in the Ephesus, your tour guide will be explaining the featured structures of the  ancient city. Temple of Hadrian, Ephesus Amphitheater, Library of Celsus, The Gate of Hercules, The Odeon at the upper city, Agora, Trajan’s fountain, and The Temple of Domitian are some of the well-preserved ruins you will see.

The House of the Virgin Mary

The house of the virgin mary tour

After the tour in the ruins of Ephesus, you will drive to the House of the Virgin Mary (approx. 15 min). The House of the Mary on Bulbul Mountain is where the Virgin Mary spent her last days and died. The location of the house is a peaceful spot on the hillside. If you wish, your tour guide can suggest a local restaurant in Ephesus for lunch, either before visiting the House of the Virgin Mary or at any time during the tour.

Temple of Artemis

Temple of Artemis Ephesus Tour

Later we will visit The Temple of Artemis which is dedicated to the Goddess Artemis. 550 BC constructed temple was built entirely of marble. It is one of the seven wonders of the Ancient World. After the tour, you will be transferred back to Bodrum. (Transfer to Izmir airport or hotels also possible with price difference).

Tour Prices:

Number Of Person
Tour Price
For Parties of 2
159 € / Person
For Parties of 3
119 € / Person
For Parties of 4
89 € / Person
For Parties of 5-6
69 € / Person
For Parties of 7-8
49 € / Person
For Parties of 9-10
39 € / Person
For Parties of 11-14
29 € / Person
Over 14 Guest

Special Notes

Since we are sure that you will leave our Private Ephesus Tours 100% satisfied, we do not request any pre-payment or deposit before the tour.


As this tour is a completely Private Ephesus tour, the program is flexible according to your wishes. You can change the program as you wish before or during the tour at no extra cost.


We guarantee cruise passengers arrive at the port before their ship's departure time.


Terrace Houses in Ephesus are optional and not recommended for disabled people.