Highlights
- Private 2-day Ephesus vehicle package from Yalova Ferry Terminal: Follow the full Ephesus heritage route with overnight overland travel and a more personal sightseeing pace across both days.
- House of the Virgin Mary: Open the historical day at one of the area's best-known Christian pilgrimage sites.
- Ephesus Ancient City: Walk through marble streets, major monuments and Roman city remains at the heart of ancient Ephesus.
- Terrace Houses: Deepen the visit with preserved Roman homes, mosaics and decorative frescoes.
- Basilica of St. John: Add another key early Christian stop on Ayasoluk Hill above Selcuk.
- Temple of Artemis: Finish the route with the remains of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Why You Will Love This Tour
- The private overnight vehicle format gives you a more personal way to cover the full Ephesus and Selcuk heritage circuit from Yalova Ferry Terminal.
- Splitting the travel and sightseeing across two days makes the route feel calmer and more focused than a compressed same-day program.
- Virgin Mary, Ephesus, Terrace Houses, St. John Basilica and Artemis together create a richer historical experience than a lighter private overnight option.
- It is a strong fit for travelers looking for a private Ephesus package from Yalova Ferry Terminal with broader route depth and same-region return comfort.
Overview
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Day 1
Yalova Ferry Terminal to Kusadasi / Selcuk Region
Private road-transfer day toward the Ephesus region.
Day 1 connects Yalova Ferry Terminal with the Kusadasi and Selcuk accommodation area by private road vehicle.
This Day Physical Rating: Relaxed This Day Intensity: ShortYalova Ferry Terminal Pick-upStart from Yalova Ferry Terminal with your private vehicle.
Meet in Yalova Ferry Terminal and begin the private road journey toward the Ephesus region.
Breakfast Break on Route BPause for breakfast during the early road transfer.
A breakfast and comfort break is planned around the Bursa route before continuing south.
MealsBreakfast meal ExcludedBreakfast Break on Route helps open the private vehicle package with a familiar and steady meal before the long inland journey and overnight arrival sequence continue. Breakfast in this context is usually practical and regional, often centered on bread, olives, cheese, eggs, vegetables and hot drinks that suit an early departure rhythm.
The stop also sets the day's pace well. It gives guests a calmer beginning and makes it easier to ease into a multi-stage travel schedule before the main heritage visits begin the next day.
Yalova Ferry Terminal to Kusadasi / Selcuk Road JourneyContinue the long private road journey toward the Ephesus region.
Continue south from the Marmara region toward the Aegean accommodation area near Kusadasi or Selcuk.
Lunch Break on Route LPause for lunch during the road transfer.
A lunch break is planned around the Akhisar route before continuing toward the accommodation area.
MealsLunch meal ExcludedLunch Break on Route gives the private package a useful midday pause during the road journey toward Kusadasi and Selcuk. Meals in this setting are often straightforward and satisfying, with grilled dishes, vegetables, soups, olive oil cooking and familiar local flavors fitting naturally into a travel-heavy day.
The stop does more than fill a practical need. It breaks the journey into a more comfortable rhythm and offers an early everyday connection to regional food culture before the core sightseeing sequence begins.
Hotel Check-in (Kusadasi / Selcuk Area) DCheck in near the Ephesus region.
Arrive at the Kusadasi or Selcuk accommodation area and check in before the sightseeing day.
MealsDinner meal Excluded -
Day 2
Ephesus / Selcuk Region and Yalova Ferry Terminal Return
Private Ephesus route and return drive.
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Day 2 covers the Ephesus and Selcuk heritage route before returning to Yalova Ferry Terminal.
This Day Physical Rating: Relaxed This Day Intensity: Short
Interior Chapel and Altar at House of Virgin Mary 
Votive Candle Area at House of Virgin Mary 
Augustus Gate Stone Passage in Ephesus 
Photo Point at the Library of Celsus 
Roman Architecture of Celsus Library 
Temple of Hadrian Facade in Ephesus 
Historic Detail at the Terrace Houses 
St. John Basilica Ruins in Selcuk 
Archaeological Context of Temple of Artemis 
Heritage Scene at Temple of Artemis Hotel Check-out / Departure BLeave the hotel for the Ephesus sightseeing route.
Check out from the Kusadasi or Selcuk area and start the Ephesus route.
MealsBreakfast meal ExcludedHouse of Virgin MaryVisit the peaceful hillside sanctuary before Ephesus.
Begin the sightseeing route with House of Virgin Mary, one of the key spiritual landmarks near Ephesus.
Entrance FeesHouse of Virgin Mary , €13.5 ExcludedHouse of Virgin Mary opens the private sightseeing day with a stop defined by pilgrimage meaning, sacred association and a notably calm atmosphere. The site is remembered less for monumental scale than for the reflective mood created by its hillside setting above the Ephesus plain.
That quiet opening shapes the tone of the day in a useful way. It introduces the region as a place of spiritual memory before the larger archaeological setting comes into focus.
Ephesus Ancient CityExplore the marble streets and monuments of ancient Ephesus.
Continue through Ephesus Ancient City with time for the main highlights.
Entrance FeesEphesus Ancient City , €40 ExcludedEphesus Ancient City is the main historical anchor of the private route and one of the clearest surviving places to understand how a major ancient city was organized. Streets, monuments, public areas and urban structure still relate clearly enough for visitors to experience the site as a functioning whole rather than disconnected ruins.
This is where Ephesus becomes especially powerful. Guests are not moving between isolated remains, but through a connected cityscape that still explains movement, civic order and public life.
Terrace HousesSee the decorated Roman residences inside Ephesus.
Terrace Houses is visited inside the Ephesus site and adds a closer look at decorated Roman residential life.
Entrance FeesTerrace Houses of Ephesus , €15 ExcludedTerrace Houses deepen the Ephesus visit by revealing the domestic world behind the city's public grandeur. Their preserved interiors, household planning and decorative remains show how status, privacy and comfort were lived inside upper-class residences.
This stop changes the scale of the experience in a meaningful way. It makes the city feel inhabited and personal, not only monumental and ceremonial.
Lunch Stop (Selcuk) LPause for lunch in the Selcuk area.
Lunch is planned around Selcuk before continuing with the remaining heritage stops.
MealsLunch meal ExcludedLunch Stop (Selcuk) offers a direct glimpse into the approachable food culture of the inland Aegean, where regional meals often rely on olive oil cooking, grilled dishes, vegetables and straightforward local flavors. The experience is usually more about freshness, balance and regional habit than formality.
As part of the private route, the stop creates a comfortable reset between major historical visits. It brings a more lived and everyday regional layer into the day.
St. John BasilicaVisit the hilltop basilica on Ayasoluk Hill.
Add the early Christian layer of the Ephesus region with St. John Basilica.
Entrance FeesSt. John Basilica , €6 ExcludedSt. John Basilica expands the private route into the Christian and Byzantine life of Selcuk, showing that the importance of the region continued far beyond the classical period of Ephesus. Its connection with John the Apostle and its later religious prestige give the stop enduring significance.
It also helps visitors read the surrounding area with more continuity. Archaeology, belief and regional memory begin to reinforce each other here.
Temple of ArtemisSee the symbolic remains of the ancient sanctuary.
Complete the Selcuk heritage route at the Temple of Artemis before the return drive.
Temple of Artemis closes the main heritage sequence with one of the most historically renowned sacred sites of the ancient world. Although only fragments remain, the sanctuary's former importance still shapes how the entire region is understood.
The stop matters because it expands the day beyond the story of one city alone. It adds the legacy of one of antiquity's great religious landmarks to the full regional picture.
Return Road Journey to Yalova Ferry TerminalBegin the private return road journey to Yalova Ferry Terminal.
Begin the return drive from the Ephesus region toward Yalova Ferry Terminal after the Selcuk heritage route.
Dinner Break on Return Route DPause for dinner during the late return.
A dinner and comfort break is planned around the Balikesir route before the final drive to Yalova Ferry Terminal.
MealsDinner meal ExcludedDinner Break on Return Route gives the private itinerary a welcome evening pause after a full day of heritage visits and long-distance return travel toward Yalova Ferry Terminal. Meals in this context are often practical and comforting, with regional dishes, grilled items, soups or vegetable-based options fitting naturally into the end-of-day rhythm.
The stop also helps the route land more gently. It offers time to rest, reflect and transition out of the sightseeing portion before final arrival.
Yalova Ferry Terminal Drop-off Different tour end?Return drop-off in Yalova Ferry Terminal.
Arrive back in Yalova Ferry Terminal after the 2-day Ephesus package.
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What's Included
- Private licensed professional tour guide.
- Private deluxe air-conditioned VIP vehicle.
- Transfers mentioned in the itinerary.
- Parking fees.
- Pick-up from your hotel or meeting point.
- Drop-off at your hotel or meeting point.
- Airport transfers.
- Harbour transfers.
- Local taxes.
What's Not Included
- Day 1: Breakfast meal, Lunch meal, Dinner meal.
- Day 2: Breakfast meal, Lunch meal, Dinner meal.
- Drinks.
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses.
- House of Virgin Mary, €13.5.
- Ephesus Ancient City, €40.
- Terrace Houses of Ephesus, €15.
- St. John Basilica, €6.
- 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.
- Entrance fees may be paid by credit card or Turkish Lira.
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FAQs
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Is this a private 2-day Ephesus package by private vehicle from Yalova Ferry Terminal?
Yes. This private package begins at Yalova Ferry Terminal, uses a private-vehicle road transfer to the Kusadasi or Selcuk area, includes one overnight stay and completes the Ephesus sightseeing route before returning to Yalova Ferry Terminal on the second day. -
Is this the private package version?
Yes. This version runs as a private package, so the 2-day road structure, hotel stay and sightseeing route are arranged privately from Yalova Ferry Terminal to the Ephesus region and back. -
How does the transport work on this package?
The route begins with private pickup at Yalova Ferry Terminal, continues by road toward the Kusadasi or Selcuk area with transfer breaks on the way, includes an overnight stay, follows the full Ephesus sightseeing day and then returns privately by road to Yalova Ferry Terminal. -
Does this package travel by road rather than by flight?
Yes. The current route structure is road-based. It starts from Yalova Ferry Terminal, includes long-distance vehicle transfer to the Ephesus region and returns to Yalova Ferry Terminal by road after the sightseeing day. -
Which places are included in the sightseeing route?
The route includes House of Virgin Mary, Ephesus Ancient City, Terrace Houses, a lunch stop in Selcuk, St. John Basilica and the Temple of Artemis before the return drive to Yalova Ferry Terminal. -
Does this package include an overnight stay near Ephesus?
Yes. The current route includes one overnight stay in the Kusadasi or Selcuk area after the first-day road transfer from Yalova Ferry Terminal. -
Does this package include transfer breaks on the road?
Yes. The current route structure includes a breakfast break and a lunch break on the transfer day, followed by a dinner break during the return transfer on day two. -
Does this package return to Yalova Ferry Terminal after the tour?
Yes. This is a round-trip Yalova Ferry Terminal package. It begins at the terminal, completes the overnight and sightseeing structure, and then returns to the original departure area on the second day. -
How long does this private Yalova Ferry Terminal vehicle package usually take?
This is a 2-day road-based package and the current duration setting is about 24 hours across the route structure, combining the transfer day, one overnight stay, the Ephesus sightseeing route and the return to Yalova Ferry Terminal. -
Are entrance fees included in the base private package?
No. In the base private package setup, entrance fees are not included unless a separately selected option clearly says otherwise. -
Is this package suitable for guests who want to reduce one-day road pressure?
Yes. Because the route splits the transfer day and the sightseeing day, it gives guests a more structured 2-day format instead of compressing the full journey into one long same-day trip. -
What is the entrance fee for House of Virgin Mary on this tour?
The current entrance fee is shown with the latest linked fee data. In the base private package structure, that entrance fee is not included and is paid separately unless your selected option states otherwise. House of Virgin Mary entry fee is €13.5. -
What is the entrance fee for Ephesus Ancient City on this tour?
The current entrance fee is shown with the latest linked fee data. In the base private package structure, that entrance fee is not included and is paid separately unless your selected option states otherwise. Ephesus Ancient City entry fee is €40. -
What is the entrance fee for Terrace Houses of Ephesus on this tour?
The current entrance fee is shown with the latest linked fee data. In the base private package structure, that entrance fee is not included and is paid separately unless your selected option states otherwise. Terrace Houses of Ephesus entry fee is €15. -
What is the entrance fee for St. John Basilica on this tour?
The current entrance fee is shown with the latest linked fee data. In the base private package structure, that entrance fee is not included and is paid separately unless your selected option states otherwise. St. John Basilica entry fee is €6.
Good to Know
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Private two-day road-package structure
This package combines the Yalova Ferry Terminal departure area, the long-distance transfer to the Ephesus region, one overnight stay, a private full sightseeing day and the return road journey back to the terminal. -
Walking conditions at the sites
Ephesus, Terrace Houses and St. John Basilica include stone paths, slopes and uneven archaeological surfaces, so supportive walking shoes are strongly recommended. -
Road comfort planning
Because the route includes long vehicle transfers in both directions, guests should keep water, sun protection and any personal comfort items easy to access during the journey. -
Base private cost planning
The base private package setup should be reviewed carefully for items such as entrance fees, because private packages do not automatically follow the same inclusion model as shared tours. -
Return-day timing
The second day combines the full sightseeing route and the long road return to Yalova Ferry Terminal, so guests should be prepared for a full final day as well.
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