Izmir Tours
Private Izmir & Aegean Tours
Gateway to Troy and Pergamon — Izmir combines Aegean coastline, ancient wonders and easy access to Ephesus. Private day tours paced to your interests with licensed archaeological guides.
Planning your route? Read the Izmir travel guide for stay length, best months and things to do — then book private tours below.
Izmir hub for western Turkey
Use Izmir airport for Ephesus, Pergamon and Cesme day trips without Istanbul backtracking. Kordon waterfront and Kemeralti bazaar fill city days between ancient sites.
Ephesus from Izmir
Private drivers reach Ephesus in under an hour from the airport — ideal for fly-in tours. Sirince wine village pairs well for afternoon tastings.
Pergamon and Cesme extensions
Pergamon acropolis and Asclepion suit history buffs with a full day from Izmir. Cesme and Alacati offer wind-surfing beaches and Greek-style villages — popular summer add-ons after Ephesus.
Izmir city touring
Kordon promenade, Kemeralti bazaar and Asansor lift reveal Izmir's Levantine character. Half-day city tours fit arrival days before Ephesus or Pamukkale departures.
Izmir tour prices
Ephesus private days from Izmir from $100–140 per person; city half-days from $75–100. Airport meet-and-greet transfers can start your first touring day seamlessly.
Available Tours
Walk the ruins of ancient Troy and visit key Gallipoli memorials on a private day trip from Izmir or Canakkale.
Explore the Acropolis of Pergamon, Asclepion healing center and Red Basilica on a private Izmir region day tour.