Highlights
- 3-day Mytilene Port Ephesus ferry package: Cross to Ayvalik, settle near Kusadasi or Selcuk and return to Mytilene Port on the final day.
- Ephesus Ancient City: Use the dedicated sightseeing day for marble streets, Roman public spaces and the main archaeological route.
- St. John Basilica: Continue to Ayasoluk Hill for one of Selcuk's key early Christian heritage landmarks.
- Group ferry-return pacing: Separate arrival, Ephesus touring, second overnight stay and Mytilene Port return into a calmer 2-night structure.
Why You Will Love This Tour
- You get a slower 2-night, 3-day rhythm for the Mytilene Port to Ephesus route instead of compressing the visit into a tighter schedule.
- The middle day is kept for the Ephesus and St. John core sights: Ephesus Ancient City, St. John Basilica and the Selcuk-area lunch stop.
- The group package links ferry crossings, Turkey-side transfers, overnight-area pacing and guided sightseeing in one clear route.
- It suits travelers who want to start and finish at Mytilene Port while giving the Ephesus region a fuller travel window.
Overview
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Day 1
Mytilene Port to Kusadasi / Selcuk Region
Begin the port-to-Turkey connection and continue toward the overnight area.
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The first day is reserved for the Mytilene Port ferry crossing, Ayvalik arrival and the transfer toward the Kusadasi or Selcuk accommodation area.
This Day Physical Rating: Easy This Day Intensity: Full DayMytilene Ferry PortMeet directly at Mytilene Ferry Port.
The package begins at Mytilene Ferry Port, where guests meet for the ferry crossing toward Ayvalik.
TicketsFerry ticket (Mytilene Port to Ayvalik Ferry Port) IncludedAyvalik Ferry Port ArrivalArrive on the Turkish coast at Ayvalik.
After arrival at Ayvalik Ferry Port, the Turkey-side transfer continues toward the Kusadasi or Selcuk accommodation area.
Hotel Check-in / Overnight Stay (Kusadasi / Selcuk Area)Check in near the Ephesus route area.
The first overnight is planned in the Kusadasi or Selcuk region so the next day can focus fully on the Ephesus and St. John Basilica route.
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Day 2
Ephesus / Selcuk Region
A dedicated sightseeing day for Ephesus and Selcuk.
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The second day keeps the local sightseeing route clean and focused around Ephesus Ancient City, St. John Basilica and Selcuk lunch.
This Day Physical Rating: Easy This Day Intensity: Full Day
Historic Celsus Library Stone Detail 
Architectural Layers of Celsus Library 
Restored Front of Celsus Library 
Classical Design of Celsus Library 
Historic Setting Beside Celsus Library 
Public Monument Face of Celsus Library 
Visitor View of Heracles Gate 
Hadrian Temple from the Street Side 
Historic Detail at St. John Basilica 
Path Through St. John Basilica Ruins Hotel Departure for Ephesus RouteLeave the accommodation area for the local Ephesus route.
After breakfast, depart from the Kusadasi or Selcuk accommodation area toward Ephesus Ancient City.
Ephesus Ancient CityExplore the signature archaeological highlight of western Turkey.
Walk through the marble streets, monumental public spaces and layered Roman-era remains of Ephesus Ancient City.
Entrance FeesEphesus Ancient City , €40 IncludedTerrace Houses of Ephesus , €15 Excluded OptionalEphesus Ancient City is the main historical visit of this Mytilene Port 2-night 3-day ferry route after the first overnight stay in the Kusadasi or Selcuk area. The guided walk moves through Curetes Street, marble streets, agora areas, theatre remains, fountains and the Library of Celsus, helping visitors understand Ephesus as a complete Roman city rather than a collection of separate ruins.
Reading the site as a connected urban layout makes the visit much richer. Street lines, civic spaces and architectural remains still show how people moved, traded, gathered and lived inside one of the most important ancient cities of western Anatolia. Terrace Houses are not part of the standard route, but guests who want to visit them may enter optionally by paying the separate entrance fee on site.
Questions
Why is Ephesus the main sightseeing stop on this Mytilene Port 2-night 3-day route?
Ephesus is the central archaeological destination of the tour, with Roman streets, civic spaces, theatre remains and the Library of Celsus forming the main guided visit.What should visitors notice inside Ephesus?
Curetes Street, marble streets, agora areas, fountains, facade remains and the theatre help explain how the ancient city worked as an urban center.How is Ephesus best understood during the visit?
It is best read as a connected Roman city where trade, ceremony, public movement and daily life can still be traced through the surviving layout.Are Terrace Houses included in the standard Ephesus route?
No. Terrace Houses are not part of the standard route in this tour, but guests who want to visit them may enter optionally by paying the separate entrance fee on site.Is Ephesus mostly an outdoor walking site?
Yes. Ephesus is an open-air archaeological site with uneven ancient surfaces, so supportive shoes, water and sun protection are useful.
St. John BasilicaVisit one of Selcuk's most important early Christian landmarks.
Continue to St. John Basilica on Ayasoluk Hill, a landmark connected with early Christian heritage and the history of Selcuk.
Entrance FeesSt. John Basilica , €6 IncludedSt. John Basilica adds the Christian and Byzantine layer of Selcuk after the Roman setting of Ephesus. Located on Ayasuluk Hill and traditionally associated with St. John the Apostle, the basilica helps explain why the region remained spiritually important long after the classical city period.
The surviving church outline, arches, columns, baptistery area and traditional tomb area help visitors imagine the former sacred complex. This stop gives the day a quieter historical dimension before lunch in Selcuk and the second overnight stay in the Kusadasi or Selcuk area.
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Why is St. John Basilica included after Ephesus?
It adds the Christian and Byzantine layer of Selcuk and helps connect the Roman story of Ephesus with later sacred history on Ayasuluk Hill.What can visitors see at St. John Basilica?
The site includes the church outline, arches, columns, baptistery area and traditional tomb area linked with the former basilica complex.What makes St. John Basilica historically important?
The basilica is traditionally associated with St. John the Apostle and remains one of the key Christian heritage sites of the region.
Lunch Stop (Selcuk) LPause for lunch in the Selcuk area.
The lunch stop gives the day a natural break after the main archaeological visits.
MealsLunch meal IncludedLunch Stop in Selcuk creates a practical local pause between the main historical visits and the return to the overnight hotel. Around Selcuk, food culture often reflects the Aegean setting, with olive oil dishes, seasonal vegetables, soups, salads, grilled plates, pide or similar regional meals appearing depending on the day's operation.
This text does not promise a fixed restaurant or exact menu. It is there to explain the meal stop as local context near Ephesus and St. John Basilica while keeping expectations aligned with flexible tour-day restaurant planning.
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Why is lunch planned in Selcuk on this route?
Selcuk keeps the meal stop close to Ephesus and St. John Basilica, making the sightseeing day more efficient and comfortable before returning to the overnight hotel.What type of food is common around Selcuk?
Aegean-style options may include olive oil dishes, seasonal vegetables, soups, salads, grilled plates, pide or similar regional meals depending on operation.Is the Selcuk lunch menu fixed?
No. The restaurant and menu can vary, so the destination note gives local food context rather than a fixed menu promise.Lunch & Sponsored Shopping/Workshop Stop L SponsoredPause for lunch in the Selcuk area.
The lunch stop gives the day a natural break after the main archaeological visits.
MealsLunch meal IncludedHotel Return / Second Overnight StayReturn to the accommodation area for the second overnight.
The second overnight keeps the return ferry day comfortable and avoids compressing the Mytilene return connection.
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Day 3
Kusadasi / Selcuk to Mytilene Port Return
Return from the Turkey overnight area to Mytilene Port.
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Different tour end?
The final day is planned around hotel check-out, Ayvalik ferry connection and Mytilene Port arrival.
This Day Physical Rating: Easy This Day Intensity: Full DayHotel Check-out / DepartureCheck out and depart toward Ayvalik Ferry Port.
After hotel check-out, the return transfer moves from the Kusadasi or Selcuk accommodation area toward Ayvalik Ferry Port.
Ayvalik Ferry Port Return TransferArrive at Ayvalik Ferry Port for the return crossing.
The return transfer reaches Ayvalik Ferry Port with time reserved for port formalities and boarding.
Ayvalik to Mytilene FerryCross back from Ayvalik to Mytilene.
The return ferry connects Ayvalik with Mytilene before the final port drop-off.
TicketsFerry ticket (Ayvalik Ferry Port to Mytilene Port) IncludedMytilene Ferry Port Drop-off Different tour end?Finish at Mytilene Ferry Port.
The package ends at Mytilene Ferry Port after the return ferry crossing.
Different tour end?Accommodation & Hotel MealsHotel breakfast Included
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What's Included
- Day 1: Overnight accommodation (Hotel Check-in / Overnight Stay (Kusadasi / Selcuk Area)).
- Day 2: Overnight accommodation (Hotel Return / Second Overnight Stay).
- Day 1: Hotel Dinner meal.
- Day 2: Hotel Breakfast meal, Lunch meal, Hotel Dinner meal.
- Day 3: Hotel Breakfast meal.
- Ephesus Ancient City.
- St. John Basilica.
- Day 1: Ferry ticket (Mytilene Port to Ayvalik Ferry Port).
- Day 3: Ferry ticket (Ayvalik Ferry Port to Mytilene Port).
- Licensed professional tour guide.
- Air-conditioned tour vehicle.
- Transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
- Pick-up from your hotel or meeting point.
- Drop-off at your hotel or meeting point.
- Parking fees.
- Local taxes.
What's Not Included
- Drinks.
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses.
- Terrace Houses of Ephesus, €15.Optional
- Gratuities to guides and drivers.
- Travel insurance.
- Visa fees if required.
Informations
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and casual clothing.
- Please dress according to the season and weather conditions.
- Hat, sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended in sunny weather.
- Bring water, especially on hot days.
- Cameras are welcome, but tripods may not be permitted in some museums and archaeological sites.
- Guests should watch their step at all times to avoid injuries.
- Please check the weather forecast before your tour.
- Respectful clothing is recommended for visits to mosques and churches.
- For international ferry routes, please bring your passport and any required travel documents.
- A small overnight bag is recommended for this 3-day ferry package.
- This tour involves walking on uneven and cobblestone surfaces.
- The exact pick-up time will be confirmed after booking.
- The tour route may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, or site conditions.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- Please be ready at your confirmed pick-up or meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time.
- Ferry schedules may change due to sea conditions, weather, or port authority regulations.
- This is a Mytilene Port-return package; the 3-day model returns to Mytilene Port on the third day.
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FAQs
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What does this 3-day package cover?
This small-group 3-day package focuses on Ephesus Ancient City and St. John Basilica. The wording is based on the confirmed route for 3-Day Ephesus and St. John Basilica Group Tour from Mytilene Port by Ferry, with the experience kept around Ephesus and the listed Selcuk-area heritage stops.
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Where does this Ephesus tour start and finish?
The tour is arranged from Mytilene Port and is planned to finish at Mytilene Port, unless your selected booking option confirms a different supported drop-off. Final meeting details are confirmed after booking.
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Is this a private or small-group tour?
This is a small-group Ephesus tour. The route content stays focused on the confirmed sightseeing program, while the service style follows the selected small-group tour structure.
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Is this route connected with ferry travel?
Yes. This version is ferry-connected, so travelers should keep travel documents ready and follow the confirmed meeting instructions for the port and Turkey-side transfer flow.
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How much walking should I expect?
Expect steady walking at Ephesus and the other heritage stops. Ancient paving, steps and open sunny areas can be part of the visit, so comfortable shoes are strongly recommended.
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Can I book this Ephesus tour online?
Yes. The tour can be booked online through the website, and your selected date, traveler details and available route options should be reviewed before payment.
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Is this a no-shopping Ephesus tour?
Yes. This tour is marked as no-shopping, so the visitor-facing route is planned around the confirmed heritage stops and travel flow rather than forced shopping visits.
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What should I expect at Ephesus Ancient City?
Ephesus Ancient City is the main archaeological focus of the route, with ancient streets, public spaces and visible city remains that help explain the scale of Roman-period Ephesus.
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Does this tour include St. John Basilica?
Yes. St. John Basilica is part of this route when shown in the tour program, giving the day a stronger early Christian and Selcuk heritage angle alongside Ephesus.
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How should I prepare for the package format?
For package-style routes, keep overnight, station, port or airport details close at hand and review your selected booking summary carefully before travel.
Good to Know
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Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for this Ephesus route.
The route includes archaeological and heritage sites such as Ephesus Ancient City and St. John Basilica, where surfaces can be uneven and exposed to sun.
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Check the confirmed meeting and drop-off details before travel.
This small-group tour is arranged from Mytilene Port and planned toward Mytilene Port, with final timing and meeting instructions confirmed in your booking details.
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Bring modest clothing for religious heritage stops.
Some route stops carry religious or pilgrimage importance, so respectful clothing and calm visitor behavior are recommended.
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Keep passport and ferry documents accessible.
This ferry-connected route can involve international travel flow, so travel documents should be ready before departure and again during return or onward transfer checks.
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Package routes need careful booking review.
Hotel, transfer, ticket and meal handling can vary by selected package option, so review the booking summary before payment.
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