Highlights
- Airport-based Ephesus and St. John Basilica flight package from Alanya Airport
- Ephesus Ancient City: Visit the marble streets, civic spaces, and landmark ruins of ancient Ephesus
- Celsus Library and Great Theatre: See the most recognizable monuments inside the ancient city
- St. John Basilica: Add the early Christian heritage of Ayasuluk Hill to the Selcuk route
- Alanya Airport return: Keep the package framed around the same airport departure point
Why You Will Love This Tour
- The airport-based structure is useful for travelers who prefer to start directly from Gazipasa-Alanya Airport instead of a wider hotel pickup route.
- The group format keeps the Ephesus and St. John Basilica sightseeing day simple, shared, and easy to follow after the flight connection.
- Ephesus Ancient City provides the archaeological centerpiece, while St. John Basilica adds a quieter early Christian layer above Selcuk.
- The package stays focused on the core Ephesus and St. John route, so the experience feels clear rather than crowded with unsupported extra stops.
Overview
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Day 1
Flight to Izmir and Overnight
Travel to the Ephesus coast.
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Use the flight connection and settle into the Kusadasi or Selcuk area before sightseeing.
This Day Physical Rating: Relaxed This Day Intensity: ShortGazipasa-Alanya Airport (GZP) MeetingUse the scheduled flight connection.
Board the flight connection toward Izmir.
TicketsFlight ticket (Gazipasa-Alanya Airport (GZP) to Izmir Airport (ADB)) IncludedIzmir Airport ArrivalContinue from Izmir Airport to the overnight area.
Arrive at Izmir Airport and continue to Kusadasi or Selcuk.
Hotel Check-in (Kusadasi / Selcuk Area)Settle in before the sightseeing day.
Check in for the overnight stay in the Kusadasi or Selcuk area.
Accommodation & Hotel MealsOvernight accommodation IncludedHotel dinner Included -
Day 2
Ephesus and St. John Basilica
Visit the Ephesus region and return by flight.
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Different tour end?
Complete the local sightseeing route and return to the departure area.
This Day Physical Rating: Relaxed This Day Intensity: Short
Cultural Detail on Celsus Library 
Architectural Features of Celsus Library 
Celsus Library from a Visitor Angle 
Imperial Detail on Celsus Library 
Ancient Ruins Beside Celsus Library 
Curetes Street Stone View 
Heracles Gate Stone Passage 
Temple of Hadrian Stone Reliefs 
St. John Basilica Stone Ruins 
St. John Basilica Heritage Setting Hotel Check-out / DepartureLeave the hotel for the local route.
Check out and continue toward Ephesus Ancient City.
Ephesus Ancient CityExplore the main ancient city stop.
Walk through the marble streets, public spaces and monumental ruins of Ephesus.
Entrance FeesEphesus Ancient City , €40 IncludedTerrace Houses of Ephesus , €15 Excluded OptionalEphesus Ancient City is the main archaeological stop after reaching the Ephesus region by flight. The site brings together marble streets, public buildings, sacred spaces, theatres and restored facades, giving a clear sense of how a major ancient city was organized.
As you walk through the route, look closely at the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, Curetes Street, fountains, baths, inscriptions and street paving. These details show both the famous face of Ephesus and the everyday structure that supported civic life, trade and worship.
Questions
Why is Ephesus Ancient City the main stop on this flight package?
<p>Ephesus is the route's largest and most detailed historical site. Its streets, theatre, Library of Celsus facade, public buildings and sacred spaces show the structure of a major ancient city.</p>What should travelers pay attention to in Ephesus?
<p>Pay attention to the city layout as much as the monuments. Marble streets, inscriptions, fountains, baths and public spaces help explain how Ephesus worked in daily life.</p>Is Ephesus an uneven walking site?
<p>Yes. Ephesus is an open archaeological site with ancient paving, steps, slopes and uneven ground in places. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.</p>
St. John BasilicaVisit the Ayasuluk Hill basilica ruins.
See the basilica site connected with the tradition of Saint John.
Entrance FeesSt. John Basilica , €6 IncludedSt. John Basilica rises on Ayasuluk Hill near Selcuk and adds the early Christian chapter of the Ephesus region to the day. Traditionally associated with St. John, the basilica ruins create a quieter contrast after the large Roman city.
The remaining walls, arches, column bases and open spaces help outline the former basilica complex. From this position, it is easier to understand how Selcuk, Ephesus and later religious history are connected within the same landscape.
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What is St. John Basilica known for?
<p>St. John Basilica is known for its early Christian importance and its traditional association with St. John. The ruins stand on Ayasuluk Hill above Selcuk, close to the Ephesus region.</p>Why does the route include St. John Basilica after Ephesus?
<p>The basilica adds a later religious and historical layer after the ancient city. It helps connect Ephesus, Selcuk and the Christian heritage of the region.</p>
Lunch Stop (Selcuk) LPause near Selcuk during the local route.
Take a local lunch break in the Selcuk area before the return connection.
MealsLunch meal IncludedLunch Stop in Selcuk provides a practical pause near the Ephesus sightseeing area. Local food culture in Selcuk often reflects Aegean ingredients such as olive oil, vegetables, salads, soups and grilled dishes, while the exact venue and menu may vary by operation.
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What can travelers expect at the Selcuk lunch stop?
<p>It is a practical regional meal break near the sightseeing route. Exact venues and menus may vary, but Aegean-style vegetables, olive oil, salads, soups and grilled dishes are common local themes.</p>Izmir Airport (ADB)Use the scheduled return flight connection.
Board the return flight connection.
TicketsFlight ticket (Izmir Airport (ADB) to Gazipasa-Alanya Airport (GZP)) IncludedGazipasa-Alanya Airport (GZP) Drop-off Different tour end?Return to the original flight point.
Arrive back at the original airport area.
Different tour end?Accommodation & Hotel MealsHotel breakfast Included
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What's Included
- Day 1: Overnight accommodation (Hotel Check-in (Kusadasi / Selcuk Area)).
- Day 1: Hotel Dinner meal.
- Day 2: Hotel Breakfast meal, Lunch meal.
- Ephesus Ancient City.
- St. John Basilica.
- Day 1: Flight ticket (Gazipasa-Alanya Airport (GZP) to Izmir Airport (ADB)).
- Day 2: Flight ticket (Izmir Airport (ADB) to Gazipasa-Alanya Airport (GZP)).
- Licensed professional tour guide.
- Transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
What's Not Included
- Drinks.
- Terrace Houses of Ephesus, €15.Optional
- Gratuities to guides and drivers.
- Travel insurance.
Informations
- Please wear comfortable walking shoes and casual clothing.
- Hat, sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended in sunny weather.
- Please bring your passport or ID card.
- Main route: Ephesus Ancient City, St. John Basilica and a lunch stop near Selcuk.
- Terrace Houses are optional and not counted as a separate route stop.
- The tour route may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, or site conditions.
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FAQs
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What does this 2-day Ephesus flight package from Alanya Airport cover?
This group package starts at Gazipasa-Alanya Airport, uses scheduled flight connections through Izmir Airport, and focuses the sightseeing day on Ephesus Ancient City, St. John Basilica, and a Selcuk lunch stop before the return flight connection.
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How many days does this Alanya Airport package take?
The route is planned as a 2-day package. Day 1 covers the airport meeting, flight to Izmir, transfer to the Kusadasi or Selcuk overnight area, and hotel check-in. Day 2 covers the Ephesus and St. John Basilica route with the return flight connection.
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Where does this group flight package start and end?
It starts with the meeting at Gazipasa-Alanya Airport and ends back at Gazipasa-Alanya Airport after the Ephesus sightseeing day and return flight connection.
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Is this package private or group?
This version is a group package. It follows the Ephesus and St. John route with an organized shared touring rhythm and scheduled airport connections.
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How does the flight route work?
The route uses Gazipasa-Alanya Airport for departure, Izmir Airport for access to the Ephesus region, and a return airport connection after the sightseeing route. Exact flight timing follows the available schedule for the selected date.
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Which places are visited on the sightseeing day?
The sightseeing day focuses on Ephesus Ancient City, St. John Basilica, and a lunch stop in the Selcuk area. No unsupported extra attraction is part of this Ephesus and St. John route.
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Can I book this Alanya Airport Ephesus package online by credit card?
Yes. You can book the tour online and pay by credit card through the website booking system.
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What is the Ephesus Ancient City entrance fee, and is it included?
Yes. In this group package setup, the Ephesus Ancient City entrance fee is linked as included for the main route. Ephesus Ancient City entry fee is €40.
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What is the Terrace Houses of Ephesus entrance fee, and is it included?
Terrace Houses is handled as an optional paid add-on, so it is not part of the base included route unless you specifically add or confirm it. Terrace Houses of Ephesus entry fee is €15.
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What is the St. John Basilica entrance fee, and is it included?
Yes. In this group package setup, the St. John Basilica entrance fee is linked as included for the main route. St. John Basilica entry fee is €6.
Good to Know
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Good to know: this is a 2-day flight package
The first day is mainly the Gazipasa-Alanya Airport meeting, flight connection to Izmir, transfer to the Kusadasi or Selcuk overnight area, and hotel check-in. The second day is the Ephesus Ancient City, St. John Basilica, Selcuk lunch stop, and return airport connection.
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Good to know: airport timing matters
Arrive at the confirmed meeting point with enough time for airport procedures. Exact flight and meeting details should be checked on your confirmed booking information.
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Good to know: pack for one overnight stay
This is a short overnight package, so keep essential medication, documents, chargers, and a small overnight bag ready for the flight and hotel stage.
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Good to know: comfortable shoes are important for Ephesus
The sightseeing day includes open archaeological areas, marble streets, uneven surfaces, and walking inside Ephesus Ancient City. Comfortable shoes and sun protection are recommended.
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Good to know: Terrace Houses is optional
Terrace Houses may be offered as an optional paid add-on connected with the Ephesus visit. It should not be assumed as part of the standard included sightseeing route.
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