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EPHESUS PRIVATE TOUR for Cruise Guests (Skip-The-Line)
Kusadasi, Turkey
- 4 to 6 hours
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
If you only have one day in port in Kusadasi, this private tour covers all the highlights. Explore the ancient city of Ephesus with your private guide, visit the ruins of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, then continue to the pilgrimage sites of St John’s Basilica and the House of the Virgin Mary. Pick from Kusadasi cruise port and round-trip transport are all included.
- Three top attractions: Ephesus, Artemis Temple & Virgin Mary House
- Multiple morning departures to match your cruise arrival time
- Hassle-free pickup and drop-off right at the cruise port
- Travel by private vehicle with bottled water
What's Included
- Professional Tour Guide
- Taxes and service fees are included
- Pick-up & Drop-off by new private cars with air conditioner
- Gratuity
- Personal Expenses
- Entrance fees ( We wiil purchase tickets for you in advance and you start without waiting in line. )
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
- Ege Ports HarborHacıfeyzullah, Güvercinada Cd., 09400 Kuşadası/Aydın, Türkiye
Pickup details
The professional tour guide will be waiting for guests with the name sign at the cruise port exit gate. Please make sure you provide port arrival details/boarding/disembarkment. Why Should You Choose a Private Tour? There are several compelling reasons to opt for a private tour: 1.Personalized Experience: Private shore excursion tours provide a more personalized and intimate experience. You won't be part of a large group, ensuring that your guide can focus on your specific interests and questions. 2.Skip Line: is our service that allows you to avoid waiting in a line or queue, typically by having a special ticket or privilege. It's a convenient way to save time 3.Detailed Insights: With a private tour, you can expect more in-depth and detailed information about the places you visit. Your guide can provide a deeper understanding of the history, culture, and significance of each location. 4.Flexibility: You have the freedom to set your own pace. Whether you want to spend more time at a particular site or make impromptu stops 5.Avoiding Crowds: Private tours mean you won't have to deal with the distractions and delays that can come with large group tours.
What To Expect
Ancient City of Ephesus
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
The Temple of Artemis
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Selcuk
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
45 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Near public transportation
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
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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Reviews
5.0
186 reviews
Emily_Y, May 2024
Nadia from Neopian tour was very courteous and professional. Two of us were picked up by a nice Benz van with 4 leather seats.
We got very comfy ride and all the information we needed. We have it almost 6 hrs and very happy that we were promptly dropped off at the port.
ron_s, Apr 2024
The guide was super informative.
The advertisement should have said 'entrance feed additional"
Guide was fantastic and informative.
Ads should have said that entrance fees are additional.
John_L, Apr 2024
Our tour included Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, the House of Mary, and the Basilica of St John. We had taken a tour of the Ephesus ruins several months before this visit. This tour included more sites, was much more thorough, and allowed us sufficient time to view the sites without feeling rushed. Our guide, Oznur, was knowledgeable, helpful, and was easy to understand. She was one of the best guides we have ever had!
Barbara_a, Apr 2024
Really enjoyed the tour with Rose our guide . She was so knowledgeable and explained everything so well . She gave us lots of time to enjoy the ruins . Our lunch was wonderful as well . I would definitely recommend A tour with Rose and would do one again myself .
Ronald_S, Mar 2024
Personal guide, Mutlu Bulut, was very courteous, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. He was a true professional. I would recommend this tour.
staceylaw17, Mar 2024
We had the best tour guide yesterday with OJ! Francesco, our driver was excellent at driving and finding convenient parking to drop us off and picking us up, as well. The perfect team.
OJ is very knowledgeable, providing the history and culture of Ephesus. She even provides the root of words in our English language and the Turkish influence on our culture.
We feel very fortunate to have OJ as our tour guide since she easily accommodates your requests, regarding the places you want to visit and finding quality stores for the items you may want to purchase. I especially appreciate that OJ does not put pressure on you to purchase.
We especially enjoyed a ceramic demonstration and lecture. The ceramic store is family owned with unique items available.
OJ found the perfect restaurant for our lunch. The place is run by a local family that serves Turkish food that is fresh, anbundant (7 starters!) and very, very delicious. The restaurant is efficient and prompt with their service.
OJ certainly reveals her two decades of experience with providing a professional tour. Our tour with OJ is the best one we’ve had so far on our Mediterranean Cruise.
AMABELLE_C, Mar 2024
Learning about the history of the Ephesus and how it came about. Rosie was very knowledgeable of the history and explained it very well. Very pleasant to deal with, answers our questions in an educated manner.
rachel_w, Mar 2024
It’s was fantastic having your own private tour guide and Yetkin was so knowledgeable and friendly, this is by far the best way to visit Ephesus including the tour of the house of the Virgin Mary. Very punctual picking us up from the port and dropping us back within plenty of time to board our ship. We definitely recommend this tour and Yetkin!
Diana_W, Feb 2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Gűl Demir from Turkey Istanbul Tours to the ancient city of Ephesus, Temple of Artemis, and the House of Mary in Turkey. Ms. Demir was a consummate professional and incredibly knowledgeable about the history of the each site. Her bubbly energy made the tour fun and enjoyable and she shared stories and anecdotes that were informative and entertaining. We were very impressed and would highly recommend using the services of this tour guide and company.
Jan_F, Feb 2024
Fantastic guide - very knowledgeable made our visit to the beautiful Ephesus so memorable.
Having a private tour is so much better and we managed to beat the crowds on each exhibit.
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