FOR CRUISERS: PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR INCLUDES ENTRY FEES & Lunch

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About this activity

When your cruise ship docks in Kusadasi, explore Ephesus and the surrounding sights on a shore excursion led by a local guide.

Full description

This Tour includes a visit to the ancient city of Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary (optional), the Temple of Artemis.

The tour starts from Kusadasi port and lasts for approximately 6 hours. The tour guide will provide historical and cultural information about the sites visited.

Stores to visit:
Carpet Weaving Village
Leather Factory

Included / Excluded

Professional Tour GuideFully Air-Conditioned VehicleInsuranceAll Parking feesA bottle of water during tourEntrance fees of attractions

Driver & Guide Tips - GratitueBeverages

Important information

Know before you book

Stroller Or Pram Accessible
Public Transportation Nearby
Not wheelchair accessible
Not suitable for pets
Infants must not sit on laps
Infant seats unavailable
GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
FOR CRUISE TRAVELERS.
House of Virgin Mary entrance fee is 500 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
Personalized greeting with name at the port is an additional 3 euros per person.
Our team will be ready to pick you up where the cruise docks, as per your arrival time. Please look for your reservation name which your name is on the board in the port exit area.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts

Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Reviews

4.8(1,441 reviews)

Nasir Shaikh

Jan 2026

5.0

We had very good experience with Nile cruise, dinner was nice and our guide Ms Soaud was very helpful and cooperative. She helped and guide us to move around without any hassle. Much appreciated to Soaud for her all help.

Tmm H

Jan 2026

5.0

I want to thank Alaa magdy for making my trip to Egypt unforgettable. We spent a day in the El fayoum oasis. She showed us the beauty of Egypt and I can recommend a tour with her to anyone!

Vaibhav Agarwal

Jan 2026

5.0

Hazem is a really good guide, made the tour a really great experience. Helped us take a lot of photos. Explained the history related to the pyramids in a professional way. Would really recommend to book a tour with him. Very charming and fun guide.