Highlights
- Antalya overnight bus package: Travel from Antalya Bus Terminal to Selcuk, visit the Ephesus region and return to Antalya.
- Ephesus Ancient City: Walk marble streets, public buildings and monumental spaces with your guide.
- St. John Basilica: Visit Ayasoluk Hill for the early Christian heritage layer connected with Ephesus.
- Antalya bus-return flow: Link local pickup, Selcuk arrival, guided Ephesus and St. John sightseeing and final Antalya drop-off in one plan.
Why You Will Love This Tour
- You can start from Antalya and use the overnight bus connection to reach Selcuk for the core Ephesus and St. John route.
- The group package keeps Antalya pickup, bus-terminal transfers, Selcuk arrival and guided sightseeing in a clear sequence.
- The experience pairs the monumental Roman setting of Ephesus Ancient City with the early Christian heritage of St. John Basilica.
- It suits Antalya travelers who want the Ephesus and St. John highlights with return to the same coastal base.
Overview
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Day 1
Antalya to Selcuk Overnight Bus
Evening bus departure from Antalya.
Start the package with evening pickup and Antalya Bus Terminal connection for the overnight bus to Selcuk.
Antalya Kaleici Pick-upPick-up from Antalya Kaleici hotel or confirmed meeting point.
Begin from your confirmed Antalya Kaleici hotel or meeting point, then continue to Antalya Bus Terminal for the overnight intercity bus connection toward Selcuk.
Antalya Bus TerminalBoard the overnight bus to Selcuk.
The intercity bus ticket segment starts at Antalya Bus Terminal and continues overnight toward Selcuk.
TicketsBus ticket (Antalya Bus Terminal to Selcuk Bus Station) IncludedOvernight Bus Journey to SelcukTravel overnight by intercity bus.
This is the overnight intercity bus travel segment. It is handled as a ticketed intercity segment.
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Day 2
Ephesus / Selcuk Region
Morning arrival and guided sightseeing day.
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Arrive in the Selcuk region, meet the local team and continue with the guided Ephesus and St. John Basilica route.
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 Selcuk Bus Station ArrivalMeet the local team in Selcuk.
After arrival at Selcuk Bus Station, the group meets the local team and starts the sightseeing program.
Ephesus Ancient CityExplore the main archaeological site of Ephesus.
Walk through Ephesus Ancient City with your guide and see the main streets, public buildings and archaeological highlights of this remarkable Roman city.
Entrance FeesEphesus Ancient City , €40 IncludedTerrace Houses of Ephesus , €15 Excluded OptionalEphesus Ancient City is the main historical visit of this Antalya overnight-bus package after the route reaches the Selcuk region. The guided walk moves through Curetes Street, marble streets, agora areas, theatre remains, fountains and the Library of Celsus, helping visitors read Ephesus as a full Roman city instead of a series of isolated ruins.
The site becomes more meaningful when its urban structure is followed as a whole. Street lines, civic spaces, public gathering areas and architectural traces reveal how people moved, traded, worshipped and lived inside one of the most important ancient cities of western Anatolia.
Questions
Why is Ephesus the main sightseeing stop on this Antalya overnight-bus package?
Ephesus is the central archaeological destination of the route, with Roman streets, public 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 functioned as an urban center.How is Ephesus best understood during the visit?
It is best read as a connected Roman city where public movement, trade, ceremony and daily life can still be traced through the surviving layout.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 the basilica area on Ayasoluk Hill.
Continue to St. John Basilica, one of the most important early Christian heritage sites in Selcuk and a meaningful stop after Ephesus Ancient City.
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 and historically important long after the classical city period.
The remaining church outline, arches, columns, baptistery area and traditional tomb area help visitors imagine the former sacred complex. This stop brings a quieter and more reflective historical dimension before lunch and the return overnight bus connection to Antalya.
Questions
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) LTake a lunch break in Selcuk.
Pause for lunch in the Selcuk area before the return bus connection later in the day.
MealsLunch meal IncludedLunch Stop in Selcuk gives the sightseeing day a practical regional pause between the main visits and the evening bus return. Around Selcuk, local food culture often reflects the Aegean setting, with olive oil dishes, seasonal vegetables, soups, salads, grilled plates, pide or other simple regional meals appearing depending on the day's operation.
This note does not promise a fixed restaurant or menu. Its purpose is to explain the meal stop as local context near Ephesus and St. John Basilica while keeping expectations aligned with flexible tour-day restaurant planning.
Questions
Why is lunch planned in Selcuk on this package?
Selcuk keeps the meal stop close to Ephesus and St. John Basilica, making the sightseeing day more efficient and comfortable before the return overnight bus.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.Selcuk Bus StationBoard the overnight return bus to Antalya.
The return intercity bus ticket segment starts at Selcuk Bus Station and travels overnight toward Antalya.
TicketsBus ticket (Selcuk Bus Station to Antalya Bus Terminal) IncludedOvernight Bus Journey to AntalyaTravel overnight by return bus.
This is the return overnight intercity bus segment. It is handled as a ticketed intercity segment.
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Day 3
Antalya Arrival
Morning arrival back in Antalya.
Different tour end?
Arrive back in Antalya in the morning and complete the package with drop-off to the selected meeting area.
Antalya Bus Terminal ArrivalArrive at Antalya Bus Terminal.
The return bus arrives at Antalya Bus Terminal before local drop-off.
Antalya Kaleici Drop-off Different tour end?Final drop-off at Antalya Kaleici hotel or confirmed meeting point.
After arrival back at Antalya Bus Terminal, continue with the final local transfer to your confirmed Antalya Kaleici hotel or meeting point.
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What's Included
- Day 2: Lunch meal.
- Ephesus Ancient City.
- St. John Basilica.
- Day 1: Bus ticket (Antalya Bus Terminal to Selcuk Bus Station).
- Day 2: Bus ticket (Selcuk Bus Station to Antalya Bus Terminal).
- Licensed professional tour guide.
- Air-conditioned tour vehicle.
- Transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
- Parking fees.
- Hotel or meeting point pick-up and drop-off.
- 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.
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.
- Please bring your passport or ID card.
- 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.
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FAQs
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What does this Antalya to Ephesus overnight bus group package cover?
This group package starts with Antalya hotel or selected meeting-area pickup, continues to Antalya Bus Terminal, and travels overnight by intercity bus to Selcuk. After arrival, the guided route visits Ephesus Ancient City, St. John Basilica and a Selcuk lunch stop before the overnight return bus to Antalya and final local drop-off.
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Is this Antalya to Ephesus package a group tour?
Yes. This is the shared group version from Antalya by overnight bus. Guests follow the coordinated Antalya pickup, bus-terminal transfer, overnight coach to Selcuk, guided Ephesus and St. John sightseeing route and overnight coach return to Antalya.
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Why is this route listed as a 2-night, 3-day overnight bus package?
The two nights are connected to the overnight intercity bus journeys. The first night is the Antalya to Selcuk bus route, the middle day is used for Ephesus Ancient City, St. John Basilica and lunch in Selcuk, and the second night is the return bus journey back to Antalya.
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Which Antalya pickup areas are available for this group bus package?
Active pickup areas can include Lara, Kundu, Kaleici, Konyaalti, Muratpasa and Kepez. The exact pickup point must be confirmed before operation, and pickup-area changes may affect the final price slightly depending on distance or route setup.
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How are the Antalya and Selcuk bus details confirmed?
Antalya Bus Terminal, intercity bus company, seat or ticket status, Selcuk arrival meeting and return bus details should be confirmed before operation. Bus and terminal details can vary according to the final operation plan.
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Where does this Antalya overnight bus package finish?
This group package returns to Antalya. After the Selcuk sightseeing day, guests board the overnight return bus, arrive at Antalya Bus Terminal in the morning and continue with local drop-off to the selected Antalya meeting area.
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Does this Antalya package include House of Virgin Mary or Temple of Artemis?
No. This Ephesus and St. John package from Antalya focuses on Ephesus Ancient City and St. John Basilica. House of Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis, Isa Bey Mosque, Ephesus Museum and Sirince are not part of this specific package route.
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Can I book this Antalya group overnight bus package online?
Yes. This group package can be booked online, and online credit card payment is available through the website. The confirmed reservation should show the selected date, Antalya pickup or meeting details, bus-related status, Selcuk route and return drop-off plan.
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Is the Ephesus Ancient City entrance fee included in this group package?
Yes. The required Ephesus Ancient City entrance fee is included in this Antalya group package. The linked fee information is shown separately so travelers can also understand the attraction cost. Ephesus Ancient City entry fee is €40.
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Is the St. John Basilica entrance fee included in this group package?
Yes. St. John Basilica is part of the main sightseeing route, and its required entrance fee is included in the group package structure for this Antalya departure. St. John Basilica entry fee is €6.
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Is the Terrace Houses entrance fee included on this package?
No. Terrace Houses are not part of the standard route. They remain optional under the Ephesus visit when timing allows, and the separate Terrace Houses entrance fee is not included. Terrace Houses of Ephesus entry fee is €15.
Good to Know
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This package uses two overnight buses
The route travels from Antalya to Selcuk by overnight intercity bus, uses the middle day for Ephesus and St. John Basilica, then returns to Antalya by overnight intercity bus.
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Confirm the Antalya pickup area
Lara, Kundu, Kaleici, Konyaalti, Muratpasa and Kepez pickup areas may be available. The exact meeting area and Antalya Bus Terminal transfer details should be confirmed before the trip.
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Bus segments are ticketed intercity travel
The Antalya-Selcuk and Selcuk-Antalya sections are handled as ticketed intercity bus segments. Meals during these bus journeys follow the coach route independently from the guided tour meal plan.
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Prepare for bus travel and Ephesus walking
Bring what you need for two overnight coach journeys and open-air archaeological walking, including comfortable shoes, water, sun protection and a small overnight bag.
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