• Authentic Carpet & Rugs Gallery - Türkmen was founded in 1982 in Kusadası, Turkey, with a focus on crafting high-quality products such as naturally dyed handwoven carpets, kilims, and soumaks. Customers can acquire exquisite examples of Turkish carpets created by skilled weavers. One of the goals is to recreate lost designs found in museums, mosques, and private collections.

We are dedicated to delivering premium Turkish carpets directly from our looms to the market. We provide the finest selection at the most competitive prices available.

Our team consists of highly educated and trained multi-racial staff, ready to assist customers in all our stores.

Türkmen is also a master in processing precious stones like sapphire, diamond, emerald, and ruby. It is the expert craftsmanship that enhances the stones’ value! We guarantee that any item purchased from us can be exchanged within five years, provided it is accompanied by the original invoice and remains undamaged.

• Kusadasi Leather - Visiting a local leather factory outlet offers an intriguing insight into one of Turkey’s most esteemed traditional industries, known for producing some of the world’s finest “silk-soft” lambskin leather. The experience usually begins with an energetic fashion show where professional models present the latest collections of jackets, vests, and coats to music. After the runway, visitors are invited into the showroom to feel the exceptional lightweight texture of the garments—including the renowned reversible designs—and enjoy a glass of Turkish tea while exploring a wide range of handmade jackets, handbags, and accessories.

• Kusadasi Bazaar - A visit to a traditional Turkish Delight and Spice Market provides a sensory-rich conclusion to your day. Step into a vibrant environment where the air is filled with the mingling aromas of freshly ground coffee, sweet rosewater, and pungent saffron.

What to Expect:
The “Lokum” Experience: Visitors are welcomed with samples of authentic Turkish Delight (Lokum). Unlike pre-packaged versions, these are often hand-rolled with premium ingredients like honey, pomegranate, barberries, and roasted pistachios.

A Spice Master’s Library: Explore rows of colorful, conical mounds of spices. Look out for Pul Biber (Aleppo pepper), Sumac (a tangy purple berry powder), and specialized “Ottoman Blends” for meat and vegetables.

Beyond the Sweets: Many of these markets also serve as “natural pharmacies,” offering local flower teas, herbal remedies, and high-quality Aegean olive oil products.

• The Temple of Artemis - After the tour, there will be a stop at the Temple of Artemis for a photo opportunity.

• Ancient City of Ephesus - The Ephesus Ancient City offers a breathtaking journey through history, starting at the Upper Gate and winding down the monumental Curetes Way. Explore the political center of the State Agora before reaching the architectural masterpiece: the Library of Celsus, whose towering facade remains one of the most iconic sights of the Roman world. The journey concludes at the massive Great Theater, which once resonated with the voices of 25,000 citizens, before exiting via the ancient Harbor Street, walking the same marble paths once trod by emperors and apostles alike.

If you choose the Ephesus Tour option, this part will be included.

• On-Time Cruise Return Guarantee
• English Speaking Guide
• Port pickup and drop-off with Luxury Minivan

• Souvenir (available to purchase)

Considering Kusadasi - Ephesus, one cannot ignore the enticing lure of its shopping opportunities. The diverse selection of unique and exquisite crafts on offer in Ephesus is simply too tempting to resist. As you explore the array of distinctly Turkish, ‘one-of-a-kind’ products, you’ll find yourself yearning to have a piece of it as a souvenir for your loved ones and as a keepsake of your time spent here.

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