Even in ruins, Ephesus is impressive in its scope. Every street, temple, mosaic and column is evidence of the brilliant organization of life in the era of the Roman Empire.
I will reveal the secrets of this city: how it lived, what it was famous for and what historical events unfolded here. You will walk through ancient squares, look into the theater, library and temples, feeling the spirit of the past.
What awaits you
The Main Treasures of Ephesus
You will get to know the key monuments: the elegant Temple of Hadrian, the majestic Library of Celsus, where thousands of scrolls were kept, Trajan's Fountain and the grand amphitheater for 24,000 spectators.
You will see terraced houses with luxurious mosaics, ruins of Byzantine buildings and an exhibition of ancient utensils. And also - the temple of Serapis, the Egyptian god of fertility, and the sanctuary of the nymphs Nymphaeum.
Outside the city: the Temple of Artemis and the House of the Virgin Mary«
After visiting Ephesus, we will head to its legendary surroundings. You will visit the house of the Virgin Mary, where, according to legend, she spent her last years, and the ruins of the Temple of Artemis - one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
All this time I will be sharing stories about the rise and fall of Ephesus, its architecture, famous residents and the daily routine of ancient citizens. I guarantee it will not be boring!
Organization of excursions
- This tour is conducted in Russian or English (your choice).
- If you are in Kusadasi or Bodrum: possible departure to ours or your car.
- If you are from another city: I can arrange transfer.
Cost of the excursion
| Type of excursion | Price |
|---|---|
| Individual | By agreement |
| Group (from 10 people) | 100 euros per person |
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Reviews - Ancient Ephesus: Greatness Through the Ages
The tour of Ephesus with the guide Farida Altundag became a real journey through time! Farida has a deep knowledge of history and archeology, tells a fascinating story creating pictures of the life of the ancient city, accompanying the story with interesting facts and legends.
Thank you so much for this amazing day and the opportunity to see Ephesus not just as ruins, but as a living city with a rich history! I recommend Farida Altundag to anyone who wants to truly feel the atmosphere of Ancient Ephesus!
We love to see ancient sites and this is not our first time in Turkey. So we have something to compare with. We really liked our two trips with Farida. The minivan was comfortable. The driver drove very calmly, no stress. The guide Farida thought out our visit so that we could see the sights as comfortably as possible. We liked her friendly manner and care. We avoided the crowds of tourists and looked at the House of the Virgin Mary and ancient Ephesus. We liked the story about the history of these places. Ephesus impressed us. We did not regret at all that we went to the interactive museum and looked at the 3D visualization. We are very grateful for the mass of positive impressions.
Today Farida and I went on an excursion to the ancient city of Ephesus.
We were on a cruise in the port city of Kusadasi, where Farida picked us up in a very comfortable car. We felt comfortable, cozy and very, very interested. Personally, I discovered a new Turkey for myself. We visited the House of the Virgin Mary, listened to an educational tour. Farida can answer almost any question.
Very sweet, smart girl!
I recommend her excursions!
We are already thinking about returning to Kusadasi and going on an excursion with Farida.
Thank you!
We recently went on a tour of the ancient city of Ephesus, and it was a real journey through time. The tour turned out to be incredibly rich, educational and left a lot of vivid impressions.
Ephesus is one of the best preserved ancient cities, and walking along its streets you feel the spirit of history. I was especially struck by the Library of Celsus, a once majestic building. It was also very interesting to see the Great Theatre, which could accommodate more than 20 thousand spectators, and to hear about how performances and meetings were held here.
The guide Farida was very professional - she told us fascinatingly, vividly, with many historical facts and legends. We learned about life in Ephesus, about trade, culture, religion and even everyday trifles that helped us to truly imagine how people lived in ancient times.
The tour lasted about four hours, but the time flew by.
Ephesus is not just ruins, it is a living touch of the great past.
Many thanks to Farida for an unforgettable day in Ephesus. In one day that we had in Kusadasi during the cruise, Farida made us fall in love with this region of Turkey and immersed us in the most interesting pages of the history of these places. Thank you for the wonderful organization of transport and the route, we enjoyed the program comfortably and without haste. ❤️
Educational, good excursion! It was very convenient that we were picked up from the hotel in Kusadasi, where we stayed. The car was comfortable. We traveled comfortably.
Thank you!
Dear Farida Khanum,
I can't help but leave my warm feedback about our trip.
Kusadasi, Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary - it was not just a journey, it was a real touch to the soul.
Each place has a history, energy, and deep meaning. And thanks to you, all of this was lived so warmly and sincerely.
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Thank you, Farida, for this magical journey, for your sincerity, light and warmth. You are not just a guide - you give people memories that they want to return to again and again. ❤️🙏
I enjoyed the excursion. I have many memories left.
I liked the excursion, a little unlucky with the weather, but it's okay, the story was interesting, I recommend it, I remind you that entrance tickets are paid separately and they have become more expensive now))
On October 22, we visited ancient Ephesus. This was the sixth excursion on our trip, but it was the most memorable! And this is thanks to the guide Farida! She is truly a professional in her field! She is a smart girl, she teaches historical material so interestingly and with great love and warmth, tells about life and local customs, the identity of the people, national traditions... The depth of knowledge is excellent.
An excellent storyteller and an interesting, pleasant person in herself. You try not to miss a word of her story. In addition, an excellent organizer - the excursion was long, the conditions were strict (to visit many locations and not be late for the departure of the cruise liner), and I wanted, as always, to embrace the immensity. With Farida, we "managed and embraced" everything and even more! But, I want to repeat!!!
I liked everything, it was interesting, Ephesus is impressive, thank you very much, Farida.
We decided to take an individual excursion to the places of Ephesus, which we are very happy about. It is better to visit these places with a story. We are grateful to Feride for the good organization and time spent. First we visited the House of the Virgin Mary, then went to ancient Ephesus, and finally to the Basilica, where the tomb of John the Evangelist is located.
We liked the excursion. The guide is qualified and friendly towards the listeners. We are glad to have the opportunity to touch the culture of ancient Greece and Rome. Thank you.
I liked everything, Farida is a wonderful woman and conversationalist. It was very interesting, despite the heat of 44 degrees. Thank you and good luck!
Farida is a professional guide who will help you get the most out of Ephesus and nearby religious sites. The tour description says "I promise it will be interesting!" - and this is 100% true and no question will go unanswered. Many thanks from our team of travelers.
I couldn't even imagine that there are such antiquities in Turkey!!! Thank you very much
An interesting tour of old Ephesus, historical information and details are well presented.
The Hermitage is a difficult museum for a two-hour tour. And this was clear before the tour. We must give credit to the tour guide Tatyana, that she was able to maintain a balance between the laconic transmission of information and the number of rooms shown: the information is brief and to the point, the number of rooms is not too few and not too many (the basis).
After the excursion, you can go around everything again once you have a base.
We were in the Hermitage! Two hours flew by.
First we visited the exhibition \"Tsars and Knights. Romance with the Middle Ages\". Then we moved on to get acquainted with the Hermitage. Our 12-year-old daughter was with us and she listened with her mouth open. Although my husband and I were not at the Hermitage for the first time, we learned a lot of new things for ourselves.
I wish you good luck, I will definitely tell my friends with the best recommendations.
Fabulous!
Wonderful excursion! Farida is a great storyteller and professional guide. Excellent knowledge of the material. We are glad that we found ourselves in such historically significant places. Thanks to Farida for the information about Izmir, among other things!
I was with my family on a tour of Ephesus with Feride. We, adults and children, liked it. We highly recommend this tour. Feride knows the history of Ephesus and can also tell you interesting facts about life/everyday life in Turkey. Russian is Feride's native language, so it is very pleasant to listen to her. The guide adapts to the schedule. You can take your own car on this tour or Feride can arrange a car for you. Feride can also recommend an excellent Russian-speaking guide in Istanbul.
We went to Kusadasi specifically to see Ephesus. Not many guides offer this excursion, but I consider the choice of Faride a gift. A very professional guide who has extensive knowledge and, most importantly, can convey it in an interesting way. The route was formed according to our wishes. The car is comfortable, the driver is careful. We received a lot of positive emotions from the excursion and from Ephesus itself.
Wonderful guide and very interesting excursion. We really liked it and highly recommend it. It will be informative, diverse and certainly not boring.
Very good excursion. Calm, not fast pace, lots of interesting information. Special thanks to the guide for recommendations on what else to see in the vicinity of Ephesus.
I really enjoyed the tour! I recommend Farida as an experienced guide and expert in the subject.
Feride is a great specialist and a very nice person. I highly recommend her!
We went with the kids on a tour of Ephesus with the guide Feride. We really liked everything. The kids and I were impressed. I highly recommend it. Thank you for your work Feride! Good luck to you👍🙂
Thanks to Farida, we made our dream come true to visit Ephesus, to see with our own eyes where the events from the Gospel took place. The guide is a great professional, she told us very interesting stories, the route was built perfectly. Starting with booking the tour, she was always in touch, adjusted to our schedule and met us at the airport, since we only had 2 days. You can contact her with any request if you need to buy something, she will tell you. I definitely recommend her!!!👍🏻
We liked the tour, everything was great. They organized a good transfer for us. Farida gave a lot of information, but at the same time it was interesting to listen to her. For almost 3 hours we were not tired at all and would have gladly listened more. It was raining, and Farida brought us umbrellas. Also, after the booking request, she promptly responded to messages, then contacted us on Telegram for convenience. I liked that Farida was ready to be flexible regarding the meeting time.