Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port: Private and Personalized Experience by Locals
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Kusadasi
Experience a private and personalized tour of Ephesus from Kusadasi Port. Skip the lines, explore ancient ruins, and enjoy local insights with expert guides.
Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Kusadasi - We meet you at the Cruise Port! Our team will be waiting next to Information Desk at the Exit Gate of Cruise Port by holding a sign which is your name written on it.
    After booking this tour, please contact our team to agree on your meeting time. There are several Cruise Ships with different timings. So, you might decide about the best meeting time which is fitting your schedule.
  • Ancient City of Ephesus - Ephesus Ruins is the largest open-air museum of Turkey which is dated to the Greek and Roman periods. Inside the Ruins of Ephesus, we explore Senate Building, Ancient Hospital, Domitian Temple, Nike Statue, Hercules Gate, Trajan Fountain, Hadrian Temple, Celsus Library, Grand Theatre of Ephesus and many more…
  • Ephesus Terrace Houses - Terrace Houses were the houses of rich & upper class people in Ephesus City have been lived, famed with gorgeous mosaics, frescoes and wall paintings. One of the best preserved site in the Ephesus in which archeological works still continue.
  • The Basilica of Saint John - In early A.D, Evangelist St. John lived in the Ephesus in order to spread Christianity and collect more followers to the way of Jesus. And, according to many sources, he died around Ephesus after he returned from exile in Patmos.
    And, buried on the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill by his students.
    Roman Emperor Justinian constructed one of the biggest Basilicas of Christianity in the 4th Century A.D over the burial of St. Jean the Evangelist!
  • The Temple of Artemis - Artemis was the Greek goddess, the virginal huntress and twin of Apollo, who replaced the Titan Selene as Goddess of the Moon.

The ancient temple was built around 650 BC to the cult of Artemis, was constructed on a site already sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess, Cybele. The temple was financed by the wealthy king of Lydia and the marshy ground was selected for the building site as a precaution against future earthquakes.

During the time, it has been destroyed and collapsed many times due to the natural disasters.

  • Kusadasi - We will drive through Kusadasi Town and will have a panoramic view while listening the key informations from our Local Tour Guide.
  • Kusadasi Shopping Center - You are able to see local handicrafts and experience local shopping if preferred. You will be also able to collect informations from your Local Tour Guide about: the best traditional handicrafts, best places to go, things to be carrefull, and best tips for hassle free experience…
  • Kusadasi Castle - Also called Pigeon Island! One of the earliest settlements of modern Kusadasi. We will pass by and have an opportunity of seeing it in a distance. It is located very close to the Port, you might be able to have time after your tour if you are interested.
  • Kusadasi - In the end of our tour, we return to the Cruise Port according to your ONBOARD TIME!
    PLEASE NOTE THAT: There are several Ships with different arrival and departure times. We carefully check all the timings, confirm with the passengers, and coordinate our return time to Cruise Port.

OUR TOURS ARE WITH GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT!

What's Included
  • Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off
  • Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver
  • Guaranteed on-time return for cruise passengers
  • Professional licensed local tour guide
  • Private tour for a more personalized service
What's Not Included
  • Museum Tickets (we will send pre-purchased museum tickets, so you can skip-the long ticket lines)
Additional Information

Ephesus is the largest open-air museum in Turkey and one of the largest in the world, planning a visit to the famous ruins takes serious time. Cruise passengers have a limited time in Kusadasi and in your limited time, you can settle back & relax while our team handles all arrangements for you. Explore the EPHESUS ANCIENT CITY, TERRACE HOUSES OF EPHESUS, BASILICA OF ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST, TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS, LOCAL HANDICRAFTS, and many more on this private tour that is created for cruise passengers. Upon your request, you will have a chance for a local lunch.

  • UPON YOUR SHIP’S ARRIVAL AT THE PORT, WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO MEET WITH OUR TEAM WITHIN 30 TO 45 MINUTES. BY DOING SO, YOU CAN BYPASS THE CROWDS, SCHOOL BUSES, AND HARSH WEATHER CONDITIONS, ENSURING AN ENHANCED AND MORE ENJOYABLE TOUR EXPERIENCE OF EPHESUS.
  • OUR PRIVATE TOURS ENSURE GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE SHIP.
  • BOOK YOUR PRIVATE TOUR WITH US, VERIFIED PROVIDER OF KUSADASI/EPHESUS CRUISE PORT!
Location
Kusadasi
Cancellation Policy

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

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Fort
May 30, 2023
Fantastic Experience - We had a fantastic tour with Fatima . Our ship arrived early but she was there waiting for us. She is very knowledgeable and went to a lot of trouble to make our excursion as pleasant as possible. The car was very space and comfortable and the driver was pleasant, courteous and professional. Thank you for such a wonderful day.
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Climber544120
Jul 26, 2022
Beautiful experience👌🏾 - Özlem was amazing, and the driver was very polite! She was very funny and it made the tour enjoyable!
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Jeremy
Jul 22, 2022
Great historical and cultural visit - We were fortunate to have Fatima as a guide. She provided a wonderful tour with history and personalized the experience. She was able to get my wife an excellent gluten-free lunch and explained the local cuisine and culture. Many thanks, Fatima!
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