• Istanbul - DEPARTURES FROM ISTANBUL: Guests will be picked up from their hotel (or Airbnb address if parking is available) in Istanbul and transferred to the airport for their flight to Izmir. Upon arrival at Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport, a tour guide and driver will greet them at the arrival terminal exit gate. They will then be driven to Selcuk town for a full-day tour of Ephesus and its surroundings. This service is available for bookings with the ‘from-to Istanbul Hotels’ option.
• Bodrum City - DEPARTURES FROM BODRUM CRUISE PORT OR HOTELS IN BODRUM: A private guide and driver will meet guests at the reception of their hotel in Bodrum or at the arrival terminal exit gate of Bodrum Cruise Port. They will then be driven to Selcuk town for a full-day tour of Ephesus and its surroundings. This service is available for bookings with the ‘from-to Bodrum Port & Hotels’ option.
• Kusadasi - DEPARTURES FROM KUSADASI CRUISE PORT OR HOTELS IN KUSADASI: A private guide and driver will meet guests at the reception of their hotel in Kusadasi or at the arrival terminal exit gate of Kusadasi Cruise Port. They will then be driven to Selcuk town for a full-day tour of Ephesus and its surroundings. This service is available for bookings with the ‘from-to Kusadasi Port & Hotels’ option.
• Ancient City of Ephesus - Ephesus was one of the most significant harbor cities in the ancient world and is mentioned in the Book of Revelations as one of the seven churches. The Celsus Library and theater in Ephesus are other highlights. Visitors will see and explore the Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, the Fountain of Trajan, Grand Theater, Hercules Gate, Odeon, Ancient Toilets, and many important historical buildings in this UNESCO-listed ancient city.
• Ephesus Experience Museum - At the Ephesus Experience Museum, visitors will travel back in time and immerse themselves in the mystical atmosphere of the ancient world. With an innovative approach, this amazing museum offers a mesmerizing experience where time breaks free from its static confines and dances in perpetual motion, bringing historical artifacts to life and presenting interactive visual spectacles that will leave an indelible impression. (Admission to the Ephesus Experience Museum is free with a ticket for Ephesus Ancient City)
• Ephesus Terrace Houses - During the tour, visitors will walk past the Terrace Houses, and the guide will provide information about the Terrace Houses of Ephesus Ancient City. (A visit to this site is not included in the guided tour, but a short visit can be added if the schedule allows.)
• Selcuk - Guests will stop at a traditional Turkish restaurant for lunch. Afterward, they will experience a traditional handcraft cooperative to learn about the special arts of Turkish villagers.
• Sirince Koyu - This charming old Orthodox village, 12 km from Ephesus, was once called Cirkince (“ugly”). Its inhabitants gave it this name to avoid attracting foreigners and sharing the village’s beauty. Over time, visitors realized the village was not ugly at all and renamed it Sirince (“pretty”). Located on a mountain top, visitors will enjoy views of impressive vineyards and peach trees. Wines made from apples, raspberries, blackberries, strawberries, peaches, melons, watermelons, cherries, and many other fruits can be found here.
• Ephesus Museum - This charming and well-organized museum features not only findings from the ongoing excavations at the Ephesus archaeological site but also artifacts from the Cukurici Mound, the Basilica of St. John, and the Temple of Artemis.
• Ephesus Archaeological Site - At the end of the tour of Ephesus and its surroundings, guests will be dropped off at the cruise port or their hotel in Kusadasi or Bodrum, depending on their pick-up location. If the ‘from-to Istanbul Hotels’ option was booked, they will be transferred to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport for their return flight to Istanbul.
• Istanbul - Upon arrival at Istanbul Airport, a driver will meet guests and transfer them to their hotel. Please note that this service is only included if the ‘from-to Istanbul Hotels’ option is selected.

• Private transportation
• Lunch
• Pick-up and drop-off services for ports or hotels in Istanbul, Bodrum, Kusadasi, Selcuk
• Professional tour guide licensed by the Ministry of Culture and Tourism
• Istanbul - Izmir round-trip flight tickets (only valid for the ‘from-to Istanbul Hotels’ option)

• Drinks
• Entrance fees
• Entrance fees

Great combo and affordably priced for CRUISE SHIP PASSENGERS! See the ancient ruins, learn the culture of locals, and enjoy some great Aegean sea views on this private tour from Kusadasi Port. The highlights of this private tour are UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus, Sirince village, Temple of Artemis which one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The lunch is including in a traditional local restaurant.

• A minimum of 2 people per booking is required.
• Departures from Cruise Ports of Kusadasi & Bodrum : The local tour operator may request the details of ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time.
• Departures from Istanbul : This option includes round-trip flight tickets between Istanbul and Izmir. Therefore, the local tour operator may request your passport details in order to book your flight tickets. If you do not provide the requested information, your domestic flight tickets may not be issued, and you may not be able to join the tour. If you fail to provide this information at least 48 hours prior to your trip, or if you refuse to share the required details, you will need to cancel your reservation. Otherwise, the local tour operator may apply the tour’s cancellation and refund policies, as your booking cannot be completed due to missing required information.
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required.
• Infant meals not included.
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults. If you will be 1 adult + 1 child, the local tour operator can request & charge the amount of 2 adults.
• Please note that if you cancel or skip any part of the itinerary during the tour, no refund will be provided for the cancelled or skipped portions.
• All the information provided above forms part of the terms and conditions for tour. You have been confirmed your acceptance of these when you book this tour. The local tour operator clearly specifies the details in the program, explanations, and reservation options, and is responsible only for the services indicated. That’s why, please read those details while booking this tour.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.