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EPHESUS 4 to 6 Hours 4 Tours with Private Options NO HIDDEN COSTS

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5 Hour Small Group Shore Excursion to Ephesus from Kusadasi

From $68.00

Price varies by group size

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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

4 to 6 hours
Pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Journey back to ancient Rome on this half-day shore excursion to Ephesus from Kusadasi. Marvel over the magnificent ruins of Ephesus, including the Grand Theater, Temple of Hadrian, and the Library of Celsus. That’s not all: you also visit the House of Virgin Mary, where Mary allegedly spent her last days, and the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Possibly upgrades include a private tour and a visit to the Terrace Houses, where the city’s wealthiest residents once lived.

Explore the highlights of ancient Ephesus including the Grand Theater and the Library of Celsus
See the remains of the Temple of Artemis and the House of Virgin Mary
Port transfers and entrance fees are included for your convenience
Small-group tour ensures a personalized experience

What's Included

Entrance fees (Our guide wil have pre-paid tickets to skip line in Ephesus.)
Professional Licenced Tour guide
Mini ( max 10 pax ) group with private option ensures personal service
Air-conditioned Transportation
Local Tax and Handling Fee
Parking Fees

Food and drinks
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Meeting and Pickup

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NO HIDDEN COST : ENTRANCE FEES are INCLUDED in our rates Meeting time will be given in your confirmation message. Suggested meeting time is 30 to 45 minutes after your arrival to Kusadasi Port. This will be very helpfull to beat the crowds. ✅ Most of the Travel agents DO NOT include entrance fees to their rates ✅ When you compare our tours with others' tours, please check whats includes and what excludes carefully. Meeting points: Kusadasi Cruise Terminal for cruisers. Listed hotels for the guests who are staying in the listed hotels Your Tour guide and Your driver will meet you at Kusadasi Port with YOUR NAME sign. * Option with Private Tour for your family * Options with/without Terrace Houses* Small group for cruise guests only ensures personal service * Informative, friendly and professional guide * Small-group tour by minibus

What To Expect

Ege Ports

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Ancient City of Ephesus

2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Ephesus Terrace Houses

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

The Temple of Artemis

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kusadasi Gazi Begendi Park

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ege Ports

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
NO HIDDEN COST : ENTRANCE FEES are included in our rates

When you compare our rates with others, please check includes and excludes carefully.
Small group for cruise guests only ensures personal service
4 to 6 hours 4 tour programs with Private and Mini group Options
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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Incredible day!

Diane_W, Apr 2024

What an amazing experience. Fati was our driver and very responsive. Ersan was our guide. He was punctual, funny, informative, friendly, curious, and a font of knowledge. No question was too “dumb” and he knew so much history-Greek, Roman, Turkish, Biblical-that we were astounded. He gave us plenty of time to view and take in the sights. What a fantastic tour.

Personal attention

Carla_C, Mar 2024

Had a very good trip. Had 4 kids age between 9-14 and they said Ephesus was one of there favorite places to visit on our trip our guide (Taz) was able to keep them engaged. Good personal attention happy we did the tour. Even as a second visit still learned a lot.

Great Tour

Paul_H, Mar 2024

Our guide, Nazmi was excellent. He was very knowledgeable. He made the tour very enjoyable. He maintained a good pace which helped keep the tour on schedule.

Fascinating Ephesus

Beverly_C, Mar 2024

Nahide and driver Mat were great. Very knowledgeable and pleasant, found lots of new and interesting places for us to explore. We enjoyed our day.

Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary tour in Kusadasi

TANIA_L, Mar 2024

Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary tour was great. This is our tour guide's first day on the job and she is fantastic. Her enthusiasm and helpfulness really made for a fantastic experience. She is super accommodating and went out of her way taking us to a great local eatery. The lamb chop and kebabs were out this world. Interestingly enough, our experience to the leather factory was very positive. We spent time looking at some great brand imitation products. It made for an interesting experience. Tonder made our experience in Kusadasi a great one!

Great time exploring Kusadasi and Ephesus with Tyfun

Jason_S, Mar 2024

We had a great time seeing Kusadasi with our guide Tyfun. He was terrific and so knowledgeable. We visited the House of Mary and Ephesus. It was really fun to see and learn so much about these sites and also about Turkey. Our driver was also great and stayed with the van the entire time. I would recommend this excursion to anyone. It is excellent and if you are lucky Tyfun will be your tour guide.

Ephasus WOW!

Michael_M, Mar 2024

Absolutely stunning excursion to Ephasus and Mary's house. Just can't say enough good about guide and Ephasus!

Best day in Naples

Brenda_C, Mar 2024

Loved that it was a small group. Our tour guide for the day was Tomasso. He was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Roberta was our guide through Pompeii. She was amazing! So upbeat, fun, and extremely knowledgeable. It was a great day!

Day Trip to Ephesus from the Kusadasi Cruise Port

Nick_H, Mar 2024

Our tour guide, Sinan, was excellent. He was really informative and engaging. He gave us lots of history and information about the site at Ephesus plus an opportunity to ask questions. Our group of six (3 couples) was the perfect size. We found the Turkish people really friendly and welcoming. We were picked up directly from our cruise ship and our guide was there at the agreed time when we disembarked. We found the tour excellent value for money especially in comparison with the ship's excursions. We wouldn't hesitate to use Viator again.

A walk through history.

ivan1783, Feb 2024

Our knowledgeable guide gave us lots of information but in manageable amounts. We never felt overwhelmed and thoroughly enjoyed the day. Our driver was very good and the van was very clean and comfortable. Thank you for the memorable tour to Ephesus.

A nice and unhurried trip

Svend_K, Feb 2024

Excellent tour in a clean and new car with a friendly and knowledgeable team, It was a great experience

Family Vacation - Shore Excursions in to Ephesus

Shirny_K, Nov 2023

Our guide, Mr. Özgür Ozan was a knowledgeable and enthusiastic ambassador for Ephesus’s cultural legacy. His deep insights into the historical significance of each site enriched the experience. Ozgur is friendly, pleasant and willingness to answer questions made the tour both informative and engaging.

Excellent Tour for a Must- Visit Location

Haiyan_Z, Nov 2023

The tour went very smoothly and beyond my expectations. The guide was waiting for us at the pier and was very easy to locate her. The size of the tour allowed for very interactive conversations. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and personable, which made the tour even more enjoyable.

Outstanding Tour

Dennis_J, Nov 2023

Our guide, Tez was waiting for us on time as we exited the cruise ship. We had a van, driver and Tez all to ourselves for the entire tour. Tez is very professional, knowledgeable and courteous. Perfect English as well. We raved about this tour to all our friends. Without any reservations, we most highly recommend Tez and his company. And do not visit Kusadasi without touring the Virgin Mary house and Ephesus.

Kusadasi Ephesus Trip Is A Treasure

Edith_V, Nov 2023

We are a family of 11. While my husband and I have traveled to Greece for the 4th time, my family never had. I wanted them to see and experience Greece. We had a pre and post cruise stay in Rome and Athens. The whole trip has been a pleasure. Viator excursion to Kusadasi Ephesus was on the tail end of our cruise. It stands out as the best part of our trip. Everyone was impressed by Emre’s demeanor, patience, kindness. He gave clarity to our questions. The shopping part was quiet, unhurried, respectful.

EXCELLENT!

Antonio_L, Nov 2023

Excellent value. Excellent Tour Guide! VERY small group! Very good driver. The Tour Guide is VERY knowledgeable. She brought the antiquities to life. Highly recommend.

This tour was the highlight of my trip!

LaTonya_S, Oct 2023

What an ideal tour guide we had for Ephesus! Nitch was attentive, extremely knowledgeable and professional as he guided us through the three main attractions. I loved his stories and humor!

A shopping tour

Yaming_w, Oct 2023

Too much sales of leather products and ceramics plates, too little time spending in the Ephesus archiological site. We have been hurried and only have one hour in Ephesus, the guide rather took us to the shops instead.

Great tour. Highly recommended.

barratttc, Oct 2023

Gurkan was a fantastic tour guide. He really knew his stuff. Have given an awesome description of history in this area in Turkey. He was really thorough with his personal tour through Ephesus. Can't recommend high enough!

Awesome small group tour with fantastic guide& Great Value

Daniel_M, Oct 2023

One of the best excursion & guide at a great value in 12 years using Viator. I've never had a bad experience using Viator. This one was the best overall. If it's available - Book It - You will not get disappointed & at a great value. Make sure to add the Terrace Hoses, excellent

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