THIS IS A PRIVATE TOUR, NO ONE ELSE WILL BE ON THE TOUR EXCEPT YOUR PARTY / Discover all the highlights of Ephesus with a well-educated professional local tour guide. Visit the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus, walk on the streets where Apostles Paul and John walked, see the Great Theatre where St. Paul preached to the Ephesians, take excellent photos in front of the Celsus Library, explore the Terrace Houses, perfectly preserved houses for the wealthy in the Roman period with their unique mosaics and frescoes. Feel the peaceful atmosphere of the House of Virgin Mary, the most important Biblical site in Turkey. See the location of the Temple of Artemis, one of the wonders of the ancient world. Capture stunning photos of enchanting sites with the recommendation of your expert local tour guide. You will have the chance to have a regional lunch upon request.
Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide
Private Fully Air-Conditioned Brand-New Vehicle with a Driver
Pick-up and Drop-off from Port/Hotel
Private Tour
All Taxes
All Parking Fees
Entrance fees (We will arrange the Ephesus tickets in advance, so you will skip the long ticket queues)
1- Ephesus: Port Tours will meet you at the cruise port 10 minutes • Free Entry Ticket
2- Ephesus Ancient City: Ephesus, famous for the Odeon where music concerts were held and the Temple of Domitian, one of the first temples dedicated to a human; the Celsus Library, the third largest library of the ancient world; the amphitheater, one of the largest amphitheaters in the world with a capacity of 24,000 people where St. Paul preached; Roman Baths; Fountains; Temples; Agora; House of Love; Public Toilet 2 hours • Entrance Ticket Not Included
3- Ephesus Terrace Houses: The Terrace Houses were the homes of the upper class in Ephesus, famous for their magnificent mosaics and wall paintings. 30 minutes • Entrance Ticket Not Included
4- House of Virgin Mary: The House of Virgin Mary is one of the pilgrimage centers for Christians, as it is believed to be the place where Virgin Mary spent her last days and passed away. 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 the shrine in 2006. 45 minutes • Entrance Ticket Not Included
5- Temple of Artemis: One of the seven wonders of the ancient world. 15 minutes • Free Entry Ticket Kusadasi Castle (Passing By) Kusadasi Castle, located next to the port. You can see it from your boat or visit it on your own after the tour. Kusadasi Shopping Center (Passing By) We will pass by the Kusadasi Shopping Center, which is just a 5-minute walk from the port. You will have your own time after the tour. Ox Mehmet Pasha Caravanserai (Passing By) We will pass by the Caravanserai, which is very close to the port, just a 5-minute walk. You will have your own time to do your own business after the tour. Izmir Province (Passing By) We have pick-up service from Izmir Hotels and Airport. Izmir (Passing By) We have pick-up service from Izmir Hotels and Airport. Izmir Optimum Shopping Mall (Passing By) If we pick you up from a hotel in Izmir, we will pass by Optimum Mall. Kordonboyu (Passing By) We pick up from hotels on Kordonboyu.
6- Kusadasi: The town where your ship docks. 10 minutes • Free Entry Ticket
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
FOR OUR TRAVELERS / WE RECOMMEND YOU TO MEET AT THE PORT CONNECTION OF YOUR SHIP AFTER 30/45 MINUTES, TO AVOID CROWDS / SCHOOL BUSES, AND HOT WEATHER. IT IS BETTER TO MEET EARLY TO HAVE A BETTER EPHESUS TOUR BEFORE THE CROWDS.
Accessible for baby strollers
Close to public transportation
Transportation is wheelchair accessible
IF YOUR SHIP ARRIVAL TIME IS 7:00 AM, WE STRONGLY ADVISE YOU TO MEET AT 8:00 AM. IF YOUR SHIP ARRIVAL TIME IS AFTER 7:00 AM, WE STRONGLY ADVISE YOU TO MEET 30 MINUTES AFTER YOUR SHIP CATCHES THE PORT TO AVOID THE CROWDS COMING FROM CRUISE SHIPS, SCHOOL BUSES, AND HOT WEATHER.
Most travelers can participate
THIS TOUR IS ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS. IF YOU ARE NOT ON A CRUISE SHIP, PLEASE DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR AND CHECK OUR OTHER OPTIONAL TOURS.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time of the experience.
Cancellations made within 24 hours of the start time will not be refunded.
Changes made within 24 hours of the start time will not be accepted.
Times subject to daylight savings
