Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk
Kusadasi, Turkey

Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk

Outty Ranking 78 5.0 · 57 traveler reviews7 hoursFrom $103
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78/100

Strongly Recommended. Our proprietary evaluation. How we score

Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 57 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk worth booking?

Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk is a 7-hour experience in Kusadasi, Turkey, from $103 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 5/5 rating across 57 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
78 / 100
Rating
5/5 (57)
Duration
7 hours
From
$103 per person

Our tour starts around 08.30am and ends around 5 pm. This tour includes visits to several attractions just in 8 hours. First attraction is the House of Virgin Mary, where she is believed to have spent her last days. Secondly, we will walk on the marble streets of the ancient city of Ephesus which was once an important center for Ionian League, but the ruins you will see are from the Greco-Roman times. The tour also includes the exploration of Temple of Artemis, which is one of the 'Seven Wonders' of antiquity. At the end, we will drive to Sirince, a small village on the hills of Selcuk, famous for fruit flavored wines. - House of Virgin Mary - Explore the Ephesus Ancient City Ruins - Lunch in a restaurant with traditional Turkish food. - Visit Artemis Temple - Wine tasting in Sirince - Our tour group max 14 people.

What you get

    About this experience

    Our tour starts around 08.30am and ends around 5 pm. This tour includes visits to several attractions just in 8 hours. First attraction is the House of Virgin Mary, where she is believed to have spent her last days. Secondly, we will walk on the marble streets of the ancient city of Ephesus which was once an important center for Ionian League, but the ruins you will see are from the Greco-Roman times. The tour also includes the exploration of Temple of Artemis, which is one of the 'Seven Wonders' of antiquity. At the end, we will drive to Sirince, a small village on the hills of Selcuk, famous for fruit flavored wines. - House of Virgin Mary - Explore the Ephesus Ancient City Ruins - Lunch in a restaurant with traditional Turkish food. - Visit Artemis Temple - Wine tasting in Sirince - Our tour group max 14 people.

    What's included

    Included

    • Entrance Fees
    • Hotel or Cruise pick up and drop off in Kuşadası, Selçuk and Izmir.
    • % 100 Satisfaction
    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Lunch
    • Local Taxes.

    Not included

    • Personal expenses
    • All drinks
    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. The House of the Virgin Mary

      It is the house where Mary may have spent her last days. Indeed, she may have come in the area together with Saint John. This place was offically declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church in 1986, and since then it has become a popular place of pilgrimage. Pope Paul VI visited shrine in 1967.

      45 minutes here · Admission included

    2. Ephesus Ancient City

      Walking through the marble streets of Ephesus while exploring Odeon, State Agora, Prytaneion, Memmius Monument, Domatian Temple, Hercules Gate, Curetes Street, Hadrian Temple, Latriens, Celsus Library, Marble Road, Commercial Agora, Great Theather, Arcadiane (Harbour Road).

      180 minutes here · Admission included

    3. The Temple of Artemis

      Exploring one of the 'Seven Wonders' of antiquity; and also Church of St. John and Mosque of Isa Bey from the best angle for photo shooting.

      45 minutes here · Admission included

    4. Sirince Koyu

      An old village on the hills of Selcuk famous for fruit flavored wine production and traditional houses. It was once inhabited by 'Rum' (Byzantine Greeks) who were exchanged with the Turkish from the Greek mainland after the peace treaty following the Turkish National War.

      120 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

    Options you can book

    • Ephesus Tour with Lunch

      Ephesus Tour: Ephesus Tour From Kusadasi and Selçuk; if you like to visit Ephesus ruins from Kusadasi or Selçuk, you can join to our daily Ephesus tour. Pickup included

    • Private Ephesus Day tour

      Private Ephesus Day tour 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 15 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Apasas travel

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
    • Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if requireOur Ephesus Tour group are max 14 people on each day.
    • Our Ephesus Tour group are max 14 people on each day.
    • Some of Ephesus Tours has walking and not recommended for the people who has difficulties with walking.
    • We kindly request our guests to be ready 10 minutes before pick up time.

    Photos

    Our group in Ephesus, Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or SelcukSmall Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk, photo 3Sirince Village, Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or SelcukSirince Village, Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or SelcukTemple of Artemis, Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or SelcukHouse of Virgin Mary, Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 57 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    10 mentions

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

    Knowledge and storytelling

    4 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Organization

    4 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Food and drink

    3 mentions

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

    Small groups

    2 mentions

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

    Traveler reviews

    57 verified traveler reviews for Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Maria_N · September 2026

    Epic Day

    Outstanding tour. Our tour guide was so knowledgeable and friendly. She took the time to answer the questions and tend to some people needs. 100% recommend!

    Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated our guide’s knowledge, friendliness, and attentiveness. It’s especially rewarding to hear that she took the time to answer questions and assist with individual needs. Thank you for your recommendation! Kind regards, Apasas Travel Team

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    Mandy_B · September 2026

    Fantastic Day out

    Absolutely fabulous day and brilliant value for money. Our guide URL I think her name was very informative and friendly, pickup was on time, and had a lovely meal aswell. Highly recommend this trip

    Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a fabulous day and enjoyed the informative and friendly service from our guide. We're also glad the pickup was smooth and that you enjoyed the meal. Thank you for recommending us! Kind regards, Apasas Travel Team

    via Viator

    Deborah_H · September 2026

    Ephesus full day

    Great knowledgable, passionate and funny guide (Nissim) made the whole day out special and interesting. The itinerary was varied and gave just the right time at each stop.

    Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that Nissim's knowledge, passion, and sense of humor made your day so special and interesting. We're also glad you enjoyed the varied itinerary and well-paced stops. We truly appreciate your kind words! Kind regards, Apasas Travel Team

    via Viator

    rainbowjosie · June 2026

    A good day out in Ephesus

    Excellent days tour, we were lucky to be a small group of only 5 people. Friendly knowledgeable guide and great lunch.

    Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the small group experience. It’s wonderful to know that our guide’s knowledge and friendly approach helped make the day enjoyable. We’re also pleased that you enjoyed the lunch. Thank you for your feedback. Kind regards, Apasas Travel Team

    via Tripadvisor

    sdm2023 · May 2026

    Ephesus

    Great guide, great tour, very well organised would highly recommend.

    Response from the operator: Dear Guest, Thank you very much for your kind review! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found everything well organized. Your recommendation means a lot to our team, and we would love to welcome you again in the future. Kind regards, Apasas Travel Team

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    7 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $103 to $250
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    20
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Apasas travel, who run 14 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 65.7.

    See everything Apasas travel runs

    Why this scores 78

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

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)97
    Review evidence (18% weight)60
    Booking momentum (14% weight)54
    Value for money (12% weight)74
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)64
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk: questions travelers ask

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

    How much does Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk cost?

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    Prices start at $103 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kusadasi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk take?

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    Plan for about 7 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 Kusadasi is not rushed.

    Is Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 57 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Kusadasi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk?

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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 Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 7-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk?

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    Around 20 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 Kusadasi 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 Kusadasi and add a light layer if any part of the 7-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk 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 Kusadasi 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 Kusadasi?

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    On Outty we rank every Kusadasi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus & Virgin Mary Tour with Entry Fees & Lunch, Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour, Best of Ephesus: Private & Group Skip-the-Line Tour for Cruisers. 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 Kusadasi?

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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 Kusadasi?

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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 Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk?

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    Included: Entrance Fees; Hotel or Cruise pick up and drop off in Kuşadası, Selçuk and Izmir; % 100 Satisfaction; In-vehicle air conditioning; and Lunch. Not included: Personal expenses; All drinks; and Gratuities. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 149 listed pickup locations in and around Kusadasi. Be ready about 30 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk 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 Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk?

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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 Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk if the weather is bad?

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    This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.

    What do travelers say about Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk?

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    Across 57 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, organization. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    What booking options are available for Small Group Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk?

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    There are 2 options to choose from, including Ephesus Tour with Lunch, Private Ephesus Day tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.

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