Ephesus & Selçuk Private Day Tour from Kaş & Kalkan

A full-day private journey to one of the most important ancient cities in the Mediterranean.
Early departure, comfortable transport, licensed guide, and a properly paced visit to Ephesus and Selçuk — returning to your hotel the same evening.

• Duration: 13–14 hours
• Departure: Kaş & Kalkan
• Type: Private tour
• Guide: Licensed professional guide
• Best for: History-focused travelers

This is a long but carefully planned cultural day.

Our guests staying in Kaş or Kalkan sometimes tell us, “Can we see Ephesus from here?”. It is possible. But it requires an early morning and a full day on the road. This tour is for travelers who are comfortable with distance and genuinely interested in history.

We usually leave around 05:00 am from Kaş or Kalkan. Driving time is aroud 5hours. The first part of the drive passes through Kalkan and along the coast before turning inland toward Fethiye and the Aegean region. As the landscape changes, pine forests give way to wider valleys and agricultural land.

We normally stop once for coffee and a short break after about two hours.

Arrival in Selçuk is late morning.

Visiting Ephesus

Ephesus is large ancient city. It is not a small archaeological site that you walk through in 30 minutes. The visit usually takes around two hours at a steady pace.

You enter from the upper gate and gradually walk downhill through the city.

Along the way you see:

• The residential quarters
• The Temple of Hadrian
• The Curetes Street
• The Library of Celsus
• The Great Theatre overlooking the ancient harbour

The Terrace Houses are optional. If you are particularly interested in daily Roman life, they are worth the extra ticket and time.

We take short pauses in shaded areas when possible, especially during summer months.

Selçuk Town

After Ephesus, we usually have lunch in Selçuk. It’s a small, relaxed town — very different from the resort atmosphere of the Mediterranean coast.

Depending on time and energy levels, we may visit:

• The Basilica of St. John (built over what is believed to be the tomb of the apostle)
• The remains of the Temple of Artemis
• Isa Bey Mosque

These stops are not rushed. If guests prefer to rest instead, we adjust the schedule.

We normally leave Selçuk around 15:30–16:00.

The return journey is quieter. Most guests rest or sleep for part of the drive. We stop again for a short break before reaching Kaş or Kalkan in the evening, usually between 20:30 and 21:00.

Practical Notes

• Total duration: 13–14 hours
• Driving time: approximately 9–10 hours in total
• This tour is private
• Licensed guide included
• Entrance tickets paid separately

Summer temperatures in Ephesus can be high. A hat, water and comfortable walking shoes are important.

Is This Tour Right for You?

This tour suits guests who:

• May not travel to the Aegean region separately
• Want to see Ephesus properly, not just briefly
• Understand that this is a long travel day

It may not be suitable for families with very young children or guests looking for a short excursion