Quick answer
A long group day trip from Bodrum to Ephesus, about 174 km and roughly two and a half hours each way by coach. Pickup is 06:15–06:45 in Bodrum centre, Gümbet and Bitez, and you are back around 19:30. About three hours in Ephesus and an hour at the House of the Virgin Mary, with a buffet lunch; entrance tickets are paid on site.
Tour Highlights
- About three hours guided in Ephesus
- House of the Virgin Mary
- Open buffet lunch
- Guide in English, Russian or Turkish
Itinerary
- 106:15Hotel pickup in Bodrum centre, Gümbet or Bitez (06:15–06:45).
- 2About 2.5 hours by coach to Ephesus; guided visit of about three hours.
- 3House of the Virgin Mary (about one hour), buffet lunch and a stop in Selçuk.
- 419:30About 2.5 hours back to Bodrum (around 19:30).
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guide (English, Russian or Turkish)
- Open buffet lunch
- Insurance
Not included
- Entrance to Ephesus (€40)
- Entrance to the House of the Virgin Mary
- Drinks
- Tips
Who is this tour best for?
- Holidaymakers in Bodrum, Gümbet or Bitez
- Travellers on a budget
- Anyone who wants Ephesus and the Virgin Mary without driving
Frequently asked questions
How long is the drive from Bodrum to Ephesus?
About two and a half hours each way by coach; Ephesus is roughly 174 km from Bodrum by road.
Are entrance tickets included?
No. Ephesus (€40 in 2026) and the House of the Virgin Mary are paid on site.
How big is the group?
It is a large group tour, up to 45 people.