Ephesus Full-Day Tour with Lunch
About This Day Trips
Ephesus is widely considered the finest-preserved ancient city in the Mediterranean world. This comprehensive tour takes you through 2,000 years of history — from the magnificent Library of Celsus to the 25,000-seat Grand Theatre where St. Paul once preached. Walk the Marble Road, visit the terraced houses with their stunning mosaics, and see the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Includes a traditional Turkish lunch and a visit to a local carpet cooperative.
Itinerary
Hotel Pickup
Pickup from Bodrum hotels. 2.5-hour drive to Ephesus with scenic views.
Ephesus Upper Gate
Enter the ancient city from the top and begin your downhill walk through history.
Marble Road & Agora
Walk the ancient commercial street and see the remains of shops and public buildings.
Library of Celsus
The highlight — the grand facade of the ancient library, painstakingly reconstructed.
Grand Theatre
Stand in the 25,000-seat amphitheatre and imagine the ancient performances and speeches.
Terrace Houses (Optional)
Optional extra: visit the excavated homes of wealthy Ephesians with stunning mosaics.
Lunch
Traditional Turkish lunch in a garden restaurant near Ephesus.
Temple of Artemis
Visit the site of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Carpet Cooperative Visit
Learn about traditional Turkish carpet weaving (no pressure to buy).
Return to Bodrum
Coach journey back with arrival around 19:00.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Air-conditioned coach
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- All entrance fees to Ephesus
- Insurance
Not Included
- Terrace Houses entry (approx £10)
- Drinks at lunch
- Personal shopping
What to Bring
Meeting Point
Hotel pickup from all Bodrum peninsula hotels.
Traveller Reviews
621 verified reviewsMargaret & John
UK · May 2026
Our guide was an actual archaeologist — the stories brought Ephesus to life. The Library of Celsus is breathtaking. Best £49 spent in Turkey.
Kevin H.
Ireland · April 2026
I have visited Pompeii and Ephesus is better preserved. The Marble Road and theatre are extraordinary. Highly recommend the Terrace Houses.
Patricia W.
England · June 2026
Long day but fascinating from start to finish. Our guide made ancient history feel alive. Lunch was delicious too.
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