Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch in Izmir, Turkey
Izmir, Turkey

Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch

Outty Ranking 84 5.0 · 69 traveler reviews5 hoursFrom $179
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84/100

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5.0/5

Based on 69 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch worth booking?

Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch is a 5-hour experience in Izmir, Turkey, from $179 per person. It scores 84 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 5/5 rating across 69 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
84 / 100
Rating
5/5 (69)
Duration
5 hours
From
$179 per person

*This is a PRIVATE TOUR with discovering the ancient Ephesus with a wine tasting experience. *We ensure you a real experience of tasting the premium wines. *No rush, no pressure. Just a relaxed and meaningful experience. *Experience the best premium dry wines of our region by the sommelier at the boutique winery. *Have a chance to visit terrace houses besides Ephesus. *We guarantee your return to the ports ON TIME. *You can beat the crowds with our special online tickets. *You'll easily escape from the crowds in the archeological site with discovering Ephesus following off the beaten tracks. *All our guides are highly experienced and have an excellent command of English. *Tasting the authentic Turkish dishes and best wines for lunch. Drive through the outstanding scenery of olive orchards, and pine trees. *Enjoy all the colors of green on endless vineyards while sipping your local wine paired with delectable appetizers; homemade bread, a cheese plate, and extra virgin olive oil.

What you get

    About this experience

    *This is a PRIVATE TOUR with discovering the ancient Ephesus with a wine tasting experience. *We ensure you a real experience of tasting the premium wines. *No rush, no pressure. Just a relaxed and meaningful experience. *Experience the best premium dry wines of our region by the sommelier at the boutique winery. *Have a chance to visit terrace houses besides Ephesus. *We guarantee your return to the ports ON TIME. *You can beat the crowds with our special online tickets. *You'll easily escape from the crowds in the archeological site with discovering Ephesus following off the beaten tracks. *All our guides are highly experienced and have an excellent command of English. *Tasting the authentic Turkish dishes and best wines for lunch. Drive through the outstanding scenery of olive orchards, and pine trees. *Enjoy all the colors of green on endless vineyards while sipping your local wine paired with delectable appetizers; homemade bread, a cheese plate, and extra virgin olive oil.

    What's included

    Included

    • Private transportation
    • 3 kinds of premium dry wines
    • Offical Tour Guiding Services from experienced local guides
    • Lunch
    • Delectable appetizers: homemade bread, a cheese plate, and extra virgin olive oil.

    Not included

    • Admission fees
    • Admission fees
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Ephesus Ancient City

      The Odeon Hadrian Temple Public lavatories Ancient Shops Avenues The impressive Library of Celcus The Grand Theater As an outdoor venue, Ephesus is perfect to explore a historic and important archeological site. You will not only be able to see the ruins on this site but you will also walk the same roads and go right into the buildings. It's a wonderful place to pretend you were an ancient merchant living in luxury houses, attending the theater, or eating in a restaurant just as they did in ancient times and as they still do today in the modern-day town of Kusadasi.

      120 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. Anadolu Rug

      There will be an authentic Turkish lunch at a farm. You'll also have a chance to meet locals weaving famous Turkish rugs at the looms. There will be a Turkish coffee & baklava session after lunch.

      60 minutes here

    3. Discover the delicacy of Romans in ancient times, their diet, and wines. Learn about the daily life of a family living in Ephesus 2000 years ago. Live a unique experience, and learn about Aegean gastronomy! Taste the awarded local wines named after the sages who lived in the closest settlements to this region; Thales, Bias, Solon, Khilon, Anaxagoras, Lassos, and Pythagoras.

      120 minutes here

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • Departs from Kusadasi port

      Terrace houses visit: If you interest, you can visit terrace houses with your personal guide. Private tour by minivan: There will be a personal tour guide for this tour. Duration: 6 hours Appetizers and 3 kind of wine: There will be 3 kind of premium wines with a extra virgin olive oil, wine bread and cheese plate. Kusadasi-Ephesus-Kusadasi Mercedes Benz minivan with AC: 4 or 14 seater Mercedes Benz minivan with air conditioner and fridge. Pickup included

    • Departs from Izmir

      Private Duration: 7 hours Included lunch and wine Izmir-Ephesus-Izmir VIP Minivan Pickup included

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 30 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Phoenicia Travel

    Know before you go

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 66 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    9 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    8 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Food and drink

    8 mentions

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Good for families

    4 mentions

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Small groups

    4 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Value for money

    2 mentions

    Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.

    Traveler reviews

    66 verified traveler reviews for Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    janemE2602CB · September 2026

    Amazing day - you must visit Ephesus!

    I can’t recommend this enough. Our guide nazim was fabulous, hugely knowledgeable and interesting. We were driven around in a very luxurious vehicle, and literally educated on all things! Ephesus was fascinating, and great to have a private guide. No need to wait around for others. We were then taken for a great lunch in an idyllic setting, and was very interested to see how the rugs are made. We also had time to pop in (at my request - wasn’t forced on us as other tours can do) to a leather factory and I got an amazing jacket and bag. A great day, good communication ahead of the tour too. We were on a cruise and in port for the day, from 7-3, pick up was prompt and we were back at the ship with plenty of time. Highly recommended

    via Tripadvisor

    Q1810NJwendyt · July 2026

    Unforgettable Day!

    We absolutely loved our time in Ephesus, and so much of that was because of our wonderful tour guide, Emre! Traveling with three children, it was important to us that everyone enjoyed the day, and Emre did an incredible job creating an itinerary filled with interesting stops and activities that appealed to all of us. We had an unforgettable day!

    via Tripadvisor

    Megan L · July 2026

    Amazing day customized to our desires

    Emrie was great to work with as we booked this trip. Polat, our tour guide, made this an amazing day in Turkey! We based everything on exactly what we wanted to do. He even gave us tips to help avoid crowds and heat. He was extremely knowledgeable about Ephesus. We then traveled to lunch and a wine tasting at a local farm. We had a couple hours left, so he booked us a Turkish bath and massage. Would highly recommend!!!

    via Tripadvisor

    H2250IJsarahh · July 2026

    Great shore excursion for cruisers

    We booked a private tour guided by Nesrin, and it was a wonderful experience for our first time in Türkiye and a lovely way to explore Ephesus. Nesrin met us at the cruise port, and we traveled in an air-conditioned Mercedes Sprinter van, which made the logistics effortless. She was incredibly knowledgeable about the region and easy to understand, and we enjoyed seeing Türkiye through her eyes. The itinerary included the Terrace Houses at Ephesus and the House of the Virgin Mary, both worth the visit. We also stopped at a co-op where we watched Turkish rugs being made and had a lovely lunch with wine. Because we chose to visit the co-op, we did not get to experience the winery (though we did sip their wine!). That's my only regret. Overall, it was a well-organized and memorable day for my family and me. We'd highly recommend Nesrin to anyone visiting.

    via Tripadvisor

    rachelleh508 · June 2026

    Exceptionally Amazing!

    Our first trip to Turkiye, and we would come back and tour the entire country because of Emre! He was absolutely amazing!! Wonderfully knowledgeable about his history of Turkiye, Asia Minor, food and wine! He listened to what we wanted and brought us to some amazing locations to teach us about Turkish history, artistry, and most importantly, true Turkish hospitality (which is second to none in the world). We felt like "true friends" from the moment he introduced himself until we said our good byes. Travel accomodations were top of the line, the food and wine was exceptional, and we learned so much. Whenever you are coming to Turkiye, you MUST make sure to contact Emre and Phoenicia Travel, you will not be disappointed!

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $179 to $189
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    24
    Verdict
    Exceptional

    Why this scores 84

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)98
    Review evidence (18% weight)79
    Booking momentum (14% weight)74
    Value for money (12% weight)75
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)64
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Izmir.

    How much does Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch cost?

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    Prices start at $179 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Izmir usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch take?

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    Plan for about 5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Izmir is not rushed.

    Is Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 84 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 69 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Izmir, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch?

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    Around 24 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Izmir can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Izmir and add a light layer if any part of the 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Izmir within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Izmir?

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    On Outty we rank every Izmir experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Pamukkale Tour from Izmir, Ephesus Tour with Virgin Mary From Izmir All Inclusive, Ephesus Tour From Izmir. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Izmir?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Izmir?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch?

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    Included: Private transportation; 3 kinds of premium dry wines; Offical Tour Guiding Services from experienced local guides; Lunch; and Delectable appetizers: homemade bread, a cheese plate, and extra virgin olive oil. Not included: Admission fees; Admission fees; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 4 listed pickup locations in and around Izmir. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time.

    What languages is Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch offered in?

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    It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Izmir. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch?

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    Across 69 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include knowledge and storytelling, the guide, food and drink. Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    What booking options are available for Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting at Boutique Winery & Lunch?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Departs from Kusadasi port, Departs from Izmir. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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