Ephesus Terrace Houses Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient Ephesus ruins
- Visit the Terrace Houses
- See the Library of Celsus
- Discover the Temple of Artemis
- Experience the Great Theatre
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Professional licensed tour guide
- Kusadasi Cruise Port pick-up and drop-off
- Car parking fees and local taxes
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
According to your tour pick-up time meet with your guide and start your Half day tour
According your Private tour pick up time meet with your guide and dive to Ancient Ephesus An Archeological treasure, The best preserved classical city in Eastern Mediterranea. During the 1C AD Ephesus was the second largest city on the planet after Rome with more than 250.000 citizens. It was in the center of the known world and played the role of a gateway between the East and the West. With its giant horbour it was also the center of trading in antiquity. It was not only a rich commercial city but also an impressive city that even Mark Anthony and Cleopatra spent their honeymoon in Ephesus. It is also home to one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Temple of Artemis. Ephesus is also well preserved that, walking on the ancient streets among the beautiful monuments such as the third largest library of the ancient world or the largest roman theatre on the Asia continent, gives you the feeling of a time traveler.
which From the time of Augustus, these dwellings of wealthy Ephesians, were decorated with beautiful frescoes and mosaics. The houses had luxurious bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchens.
At the end of the tour drive you back to the departure point.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is suitable for all ages and fitness levels.
- Please inform the tour operator of any special requirements in advance.
- The tour operates rain or shine; dress accordingly.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
- Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water to stay hydrated.
- Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking on uneven terrain.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
- Infant Seats Available
Good to know
- Your tour guide may suggest visiting places with handmade items, but it’s completely optional for the guests.
- We GUARANTEE your timely return to the port
- ✅INCLUDES ENTRY TICKETS OPTIONS: You can pay for your entry tıckets at the tıme of booking with Entry tıckets ınclude optıons. Than means we take care of your tickets and enjoy the privilege of SKIP THE TICKET LINES, where your guide will keep the tickets ready for you without waiting in the ticket queue at the entrance of the ruins.
- ❌EXCLUDE ENTRY TICKETS OPTIONS: you can pay your entrance fees in cash or by credit card on the day of the tour. We would like to point out that, especially for the PRIVATE TOUR option, you do not have to pay the entrance fee for the ruins you do not want to see.
- Group Tour Optıon: This option usually has 8–10 participants. Also, if your group has 10+ people, you can book. Groups are formed as passengers of the same ship.
- Private Tour Optıon: The tour wıll be provided only for your party wıth personal tour guıde. Stay ın the sites as much you wish, If there is any other site you want to visit, depending on time availability, it can be added to the program.
- The tour specialy designed for the cruise guests. Pick up and drop off only available from Kusadasi Port. The tour starting time will adjust according to your cruıse dock and onboard times. We GUARANTEE your timely return to the Port.
- Free entry for kids 8yr and below (take passport for children if any)
- The tour offer Group and Private Tour options INCLUDE and EXCLUDE ENTRY TICKETS
Traveler reviews
Mediha was a great guide. Super impressed by Ephesus archeological site. A must see. The most extensive site I have visited.
Nice excursion with good guide.
Pick up went very smoothly. Pleasant guide Ali who spoke good English and knew a lot to tell. Well organized with only guests from the same boat. Back just in time. Good value for the visit to Ephesus. Only downside was that we had to pass a company where leather jackets were sold. Unfortunately I lost my phone somewhere there.
Ephesus & Temple of Artemis Tour
Amazing tour thanks to our guide Filiz. She was very knowledgeable about the ancient history of Ephesus, spoke good english, gave us ample time to take many pictures and she was patient to answer all of our questions. She presented the details of ancient Ephesus in a way that made us feel like we were reliving ancient history. Filiz met us at our cruise ship and it was very easy to find her since our name was on a board in BIG letters. Our van transportation to Ephesus was very clean and comfortable. I really liked that on our entire drive to Ephesus she shared facts about the Turkish-Greece history as well as details about what we would be seeing at the ruins of ancient Ephesus and at the Temple of Artemis. If we wanted to extend our tour to include the House of Mary, a traditional Turkish lunch and a rug making demonstration, she said we could do so even though we had not pre-booked those activities. That is the first time we have ever had a tour guide offer us that type of option and, even though we decided not to extend our tour, her offer was much appreciated. My wife and I truly believe that if you will be in Kusadasi that it is very important that you take a tour with Filiz to discover the ancient city of Ephesus. For us, as Christians, it was like living the Book of Ephesians and we are so glad we got to experience this historic site.
Majestic beauty from the past that is a highlight of Türkiye!
Ephesus was really impressive. Our guide, Efe, did a great job of leading us through the city and explaining what we were seeing and its significance. My favorites were the library, with statues including Sophia along the front, and the wealthy neighborhood that they are renovating. That part cost a few extra dollars but was truly awe inspiring with mosaic floors and wall painting that was still beautiful millennia later. There’s also the largest theater in the world. It is under repairs now, but we got close enough to be very impressed!
Ephesus and Pamukkale
The cities of Ephesus and Hieropolis won’t disappoint anyone who loves archeological and historical experiences. Our guide was named Efe and he was very humble despite the region being named after him. Actually that’s just a coincidence but his comprehensive knowledge on just about everything made it feel like we were learning from the king of the city. The entire experience was perfectly managed with a high degree of professionalism and fantastic customer skills