4 Best Wine Tastings in Turkiye

1.Food and Wine pairing Dinner at Karnas Vineyards Bodrum

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 61 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $211Our pick

Leave Bodrum around 7 pm for Karnas Vineyards in Karaova, about 35 minutes away. Meet the team, tour the cellar, and enjoy a four-course dinner paired with three regional wines. Local olive oil, goat cheese, seasonal produce, homemade ice cream, and limoncello round out this small-group evening.

“The cellar and the story behind the winery. Also, the passion of the team working there is magnificent.”

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2.Private Ephesus Tour & Wine Tasting & Mediterrranean Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 56 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $169Top rated

Spend five to six hours with a private guide such as Nesrin, Emre, Gokce, or Gigi. Walk Ephesus, add the Terrace Houses, eat a farm lunch, see Turkish rugs being woven, and taste three regional wines at Yedi Bilgeler. Port pickup and private transport make this a strong cruise-day option.

“We had an absolutely wonderful time with Nesrin! She could not have been more knowledgeable or accommodating and our trip included some delightful extra experiences that could only be possible on a private tour. The lunch and included wines were both excellent generous. Also, the van was surprisingly luxurious and our driver was always at the ready. This trip is definitely a cut above other offerings in the area and well worth the price.”

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3.Cycling Through Vineyards & Farm Lunch & Ephesus visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 52 reviews · 4 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $149Best value

Ride an e-bike through Çamlık, Gökçealan, Kirazlı, and Çınar, stopping for local produce, tea, farm lunch, rug weaving, coffee, and baklava. Then explore Ephesus from the Upper Gate to the Harbour. Private transport and gear are included, with guides such as Emre, Mithat, or Azime leading the day.

“Wow, what a great experience cycling through the countryside of Turkey and learning of the local culture along the way. Every detail was thought through, from the initial meet-up to the final drop-off, Emre did a fabulous job of guiding us through the bike ride portion and the tour through Ephesus. Ephesus is a must see and we had great time learning about the history of the city and seeing the impressive ruins in the company of a knowledgeable guide who helped us understand the history and significance of Ephesus as well as how it fit into the ancient world.”

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4.From Istanbul: Ephesus & Şirince Day Trip w/ Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 39 reviews · 14 hours - 1 day · from $400

Fly from Istanbul to Izmir, then follow an English- or Spanish-speaking guide through the House of Virgin Mary, Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and Şirince. Lunch, flights, admissions, and airport transfers are included. The day can include a carpet-weaving stop, so ask your guide how much time remains for Şirince.

“guía muy estudiado y amable, buena comida incluida y transporte muy cómodo”

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