Private Ephesus Tour from Kusadasi Port
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore ancient Ephesus ruins
- Visit the House of the Virgin Mary
- See the Temple of Artemis
- Discover the Terrace Houses
- Enjoy a local Turkish lunch
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Ephesus archaeological site
- Visit to the House of the Virgin Mary
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Gratuities for the guide and driver
Itinerary
Ephesus Port Tours will meet you at cruise port
This visit can be added to program ( Entry fees will be extra ). Terrace Houses were the houses of upper class people in Ephesus, famed with gorgeous mosaics and wall paintings.
House of Virgin Mary is one of the pilgrimage centre of Christians where Virgin Mary passed her recently time and died. Pope Paul VI visited the shrine in 1967, and 'unofficially' confirmed its authenticity. Pope John Paul II also visited the shrine in 1979. Pope Benedict XVI visited this shrine in 2006. While their visiting, they gave some gifts for this shrine what you can see.
Ephesus that is one of the best well-kept Greco- Roman ancient city in the world, famous with Odeon where the music concerts were given; Domitian Temple which is one of the first temple dedicated for a human; Celcius Library which was the third biggest library in the ancient time; Amphitheatre where is one of the biggest amphitheatre in the world with 24.000 people capacity and St. Paul preached; Roman Baths ; Fountains; Temples; Agora; Love House; Public Toilets.
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
Pass by: Kusadasi Castle, as called Pigeon Island, is located next to port. You can see from your boat or do your own after the tour.
Pass by: We will drive by Kusadasi Shopping Center that is located just 5 minutes walking distance to port. You will have time your own after tour. Your guide will point the shopping area and your own after tour.
Pass by: We will drive by Caravanserai that is located very closed to port, just 5 minutes walking distance. You will have time to do your own after tour.
The town where your docked.
The town where your ship docked
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour duration is approximately 4 to 6 hours, depending on traffic and time spent at each site.
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 2 days of travel. In this case, confirmation will be received within 48 hours, subject to availability.
- Not wheelchair accessible. Please consider this when booking.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen for sun protection.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated during the tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- FOR CRUISE GUESTS / WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU TO MEET AT PORT AFTER 30 / 45 MINUTES YOUR SHIP DOCKED TO PORT IN ORDER TO BEAT CROWDS / SCHOOL BUSES AND HOT WEATHER IN THE AFTERNOON. IT IS BETTER TO MEET EARLY TO HAVE A BETTER TOUR IN EPHESUS BEFORE THE CROWDS.
- WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU TO MEET AT 8.00AM IF YOUR SHIP’S SCHEDULED ARRIVAL TIME IS 7.00AM. IF YOUR SHIP’S SCHEDULED ARRIVAL TIME IS LATER THAN 7.00AM, WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND YOU TO MEET AFTER 30 MINUTES YOUR SHIP DOCKED TO PORT IN ORDER TO BEAT CROWDS FROM CRUISE SHIPS, SCHOOL BUSES AND HOT WEATHER IN THE AFTERNOON.
- THIS TOUR IS ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS. IF YOU ARE NOT FROM A CRUISE SHIP, PLEASE DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR AND CHECK OTHER OPTINAL TOURS
- OUR TOURS ARE ONLY IN ENGLISH, WE DO NOT GIVE TOURS IN SPANISH OR OTHER LANGUAGES
- WE GUARENTEE TO GET YOU BACK TO SHIP ON TIME
Traveler reviews
Sweets in Ephesus
So glad we decided to do this tour. Our guide Ecem made this tour very personable. We hit many of the highlights of Ephesus, but my favorite was when she took us to a sweets shop after I said I needed a bit of sugar. We got to sample a variety of turkish delights, baklava, and other sweets for free, and we didn't feel pressured to buy anything. On the way to the ship, my son wanted to get some turkish liquor, so Ecem avoided overpriced shops and took us to a local supermarket so he could get something authentic. One of the best tours I've been on for sure!
Our guide Fatih was...
Our guide Fatih was personable, informative, and extremely knowledgeable. Pick up at the cruise port was seamless. The van was clean and comfortable. The driver was excellent. We so enjoyed Fatih's personal stories and it was clear he loved his country and his job. He gave us a personal tour of Ephesus and pointed out many interesting details that we would have otherwise missed. I would HIGHLY recommend him and his company for a personalized tour. Our lunch afterward was at a local farm/small business, and it was lovely as well as tasty. We also stopped at a local family-owned ceramic shop. But Ephesus was the highlight of this tour and Fatih brought this ancient city to life for our small group of 4 people.
Incredible Tour! A Deep Dive into History & Hidden Gems
Great Tour! Fatih did an excellent job and was incredibly knowledgeable about Turkey’s rich history. Beyond the standard sights, he also gave us amazing recommendations for local spots we never would have found on our own like a pottery workshop and a carpet boutique that were absolute hidden gems. Highly recommend!
Best Tour Guide
Fatih was probably the best tour guide I’ve ever had. He was incredibly knowledgeable, respectful, and made every stop interesting and enjoyable. We toured four different places, and I would gladly return to every one of them in a heartbeat. From what I understood, some of the places he took us to were true hidden gems that we never would have found on our own.
Excellent time
Fatih was an excellent tour guide. Respectful of our family’s desired itinerary. He also took us to a few hidden gems to see Turkish carpets and moon gem pottery.