Most PopularAegean Islands Boat Trip from Marmaris
Spend a great day cruising across the Aegean Sea's most scenic bays. Swim in warm water, visit the...
1 / 10This cultural tours is one of the standout things to do in Marmaris, Turkey. Rated 4.4/5 by 5 travellers, it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €60 per person. Get an early start on the day with 6:30am pickup at your hotel in Marmaris or Icmeler (exact time depends on location, and the supplier will confirm after booking). Begin the 3-hour drive to Ephesus in a comfortable vehicle, with breakfast along the way.
Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of ancient Ephesus and see the House of the Virgin Mary (Meryemana) on this 12-hour day trip from Marmaris and Icmeler. Marvel at the ruins of this fantastically preserved Roman city, before visiting the chapel built on the spot where some believe Jesus' mother spent her last days. Tour includes breakfast, lunch, and entrance fees.
Marmaris is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular cultural tours slots in Marmaris sell out.