Private Ephesus Tour: Skip-the-Line & On-Time Return to Your Cruise

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Duration
5 hours
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About This Tour

Private Ephesus Tour for your party only, with guaranteed on-time return to ship and skip-the-line experience. Ephesus is one of the best preserved ancient sites in the world, but it can be difficult to plan on your own. With this private shore excursion, let someone else handle the logistics when you book this hassle-free shore excursion. Enjoy skip-the-line admission and take guided tours of the Ancient City, the Terraced Houses of Ephesus, and the Basilica of St. John (can be replaced with the House of the Virgin Mary upon request), plus learn about Turkey's rich handicraft culture. An authentic Turkish lunch option is offered during the day.

- Get a peek at Artemis Temple and the terrace houses
- A private tour means you get your guide's undivided attention
- Enjoy plenty of time to explore the UNESCO-listed site with a guide
- Guaranteed on time return to your cruise ship

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Max People
10

Inclusions

  • Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
    PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service
    Cruise Port Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
    GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
    Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver

Exclusions

  • Museum Tickets (we will send pre-purchased museum tickets, so you can skip-the long ticket lines)

Tour Plan

IMPORTANT NOTICE: ⛔️ GROUP TOURS force you to follow fixed schedules and visit places based on their timing, regardless of your interests! You’re stuck with fast and slow travelers alike, having to keep up with the group. Plus, you have to pay all ENTRY FEES IN ADVANCE, whether you're interested in the sites or not. Why pay for places you don't want to visit and feel obligated to go just because you paid? ⛔️ ⚠️ Our PRIVATE TOURS give you the flexibility you need. Entry fees are not included, so you only pay for the places that genuinely interest you. In the morning, we discuss your interests and tailor the itinerary accordingly. ⚠️ ✳️ With our PRIVATE TOURS, you have complete control, visiting only the places you want to see. Would you rather spend your day WAITING FOR OTHER TRAVELERS and FOLLOWING A FIXED ITINERARY, or ENJOY A PRIVATE TOUR CUSTOMIZED JUST FOR YOUR FAMILY? The choice is yours! ✳️

We will meet you at the Kusadasi Cruise Port! After booking this tour, please contact our team to agree & secure your meeting time.

Ephesus Ruins is the largest open-air museum of Turkey which is dated to the Greek and Roman periods. Inside the Ruins of Ephesus, we explore Senate Building, Ancient Hospital, Domitian Temple, Nike Statue, Hercules Gate, Trajan Fountain, Hadrian Temple, Celsus Library, Grand Theatre of Ephesus and many more...

Terrace Houses were the houses of rich & upper class people in Ephesus City have been lived, famed with gorgeous mosaics, frescoes and wall paintings. One of the best preserved site in the Ephesus in which archeological works still continue.

In early A.D, Evangelist St. John lived in the Ephesus in order to spread Christianity and collect more followers to the way of Jesus. And, according to many sources, he died around Ephesus after he returned from exile in Patmos. And, buried on the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill by his students. Roman Emperor Justinian constructed one of the biggest Basilicas of Christianity in the 4th Century A.D over the burial of St. Jean the Evangelist!

Artemis was the Greek goddess, the virginal huntress and twin of Apollo, who replaced the Titan Selene as Goddess of the Moon. The ancient temple was built around 650 BC to the cult of Artemis, was constructed on a site already sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess, Cybele. The temple was financed by the wealthy king of Lydia and the marshy ground was selected for the building site as a precaution against future earthquakes. During the time, it has been destroyed and collapsed many times due to the natural disasters.

If requested to visit the Mary's House, it is replaced with the Basilica of St.John.

You are able to see local handicrafts and experience local shopping if preferred. You will be also able to collect informations from your Local Tour Guide about: the best traditional handicrafts, best places to go, things to be carrefull, and best tips for hassle free experience...

Also called Pigeon Island! One of the earliest settlements of modern Kusadasi. We will pass by and have an opportunity of seeing it in a distance. It is located very close to the Port, you might be able to have time after your tour if you are interested.

In the end of our tour, we return to the Kusadasi Cruise Port according to your ONBOARD TIME! PLEASE NOTE THAT: There are several Ships with different arrival and departure times. We carefully check all the timings, confirm with the passengers, and coordinate our return time to Cruise Port. OUR TOURS ENSURE GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT!

Meeting / Pickup

Pick-up only: Customers must be picked up from selected pick-up locations.

Know Before You Go

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller / pram accessible
  • Public transportation nearby
  • Infants must sit on your lap

Please Note

  • Not suitable for pets
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • IMPORTANT NOTICE: ⛔️ GROUP TOURS force you to follow fixed schedules and visit places based on their timing, regardless of your interests! You’re stuck with fast and slow travelers alike, having to keep up with the group. Plus, you have to pay all ENTRY FEES IN ADVANCE, whether you're interested in the sites or not. Why pay for places you don't want to visit and feel obligated to go just because you paid? ⛔️ ⚠️ Our PRIVATE TOURS give you the flexibility you need. Entry fees are not included, so you only pay for the places that genuinely interest you. In the morning, we discuss your interests and tailor the itinerary accordingly. ⚠️ ✳️ With our PRIVATE TOURS, you have complete control, visiting only the places you want to see. Would you rather spend your day WAITING FOR OTHER TRAVELERS and FOLLOWING A FIXED ITINERARY, or ENJOY A PRIVATE TOUR CUSTOMIZED JUST FOR YOUR FAMILY? The choice is yours! ✳️ *****CRUISE PASSENGERS WHO WILL JOIN FROM THE CRUISE PORT***** • Upon your ship's arrival at the port, WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE you to meet with our team WITHIN 30 to 45 MINUTES. By doing so, you can bypass the crowds, school busses, and hot weather, ensuring an enhanced and MORE ENJOYABLE TOUR EXPERIENCE OF EPHESUS. • WHY CHOOSE OUR PRIVATE TOURS OVER THE GROUP TOURS? Your time is valuable, don't waste it in the Group Tours by waiting for other fellow travelers!

Cancellation Policy

  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 100% if booking is cancelled 1 day or less before the event
  • We will charge a cancellation fee of 0% if booking is cancelled 1000 days or less before the event

Reviews

4.6/5
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Price (4.67/5)
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3 Comments

  1. 4.4

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    Our family had an unforgettable experience with this private tour, seamlessly navigating through the sights without wasting a moment in lines.

  2. 5

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    Exploring Ephesus was a highlight of our trip, and skipping the lines made it so much more enjoyable with our private guide. The transportation was smooth, ensuring we were back to our cruise on time, though a little extra time at the Library of Celsus would have been appreciated.

  3. 4.4

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    I had the pleasure of joining a private tour in Kuşadası that whisked me directly to the heart of Ephesus, and the experience was truly captivating. One of the highlights was standing in the grand amphitheater, soaking in its incredible acoustics while imagining the performances that once enthralled audiences centuries ago. The guide was knowledgeable and tailored the tour to my interests, which made it feel personal and engaging. While the skip-the-line feature was fantastic, I found myself wishing for just a few more moments to explore the Library of Celsus in depth. Overall, returning to my cruise on time felt seamless, allowing me to fully enjoy the day without a hint of stress. I would certainly recommend this tour to anyone looking to delve into history while avoiding the typical crowds.

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