Half Day Ephesus with Terrace Houses MINI Group Tour ( Max. 10 Guests )

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From $39.00

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

3 to 4 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
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Offered in: English

Overview

Explore the ancient ruins of Ephesus on this half-day tour from Kusadasi and enjoy a small-group experience with a maximum of ten people. Take in highlights, including the Library of Celsus, the Temple of Hadrian, and The Grand Theater, and visit the hilltop Terrace Houses, which are renowned for their striking frescos and floor mosaics.

Enjoy a comprehensive tour of the ruins with a guide
Visit the Terrace Houses, which many tours miss
Travel from Kusadasi in an air-conditioned minivan
Personalized small-group tour with maximum ten people

What's Included

Professional Licenced English speaking tour guide
Transportation with A/C vehicles
All taxes, fees and handling charges

Food and drinks
Gratuities
Entrance fees ( Your Tour guide will have Pre-Paid tickets to skip the lines )

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Pick Up Points : Cruise guests from Kusadasi Cruise Terminal / Hotel guests from listed hotel lobbies Ephesus Small Group Tour (Max. 10 guests ) with Private Option for your family and friends Kusadasi – Ephesus – Terrace Houses - Artemission Temple - Kusadasi Includes Professional licenced English speaking guide , Parking fees, A/C Transportation

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not wheelchair accessible
Infant seats available

Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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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A memorable experience!

Kay_K, May 2024

Our guide Emre made the ttip special with his detailed knowledge. He met us on time and explained everything in a way that was easy to understand, answering all our questions in detail. He paced the tour to suit us while working round the large groups. An all round excellent tour.

One of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World!!

Dawn, Apr 2024

Tezcan was our guide for the exploration of Ephesus, including the Terrace Houses. Tez was an amazing fountain of knowledge about the incredible site and our small group of 10 like-minded visitors could not have had a better guide. He was organized, kept everyone on track and everyone in our group was truly impressed with Tez as a guide. Well done! Amazing trip through ancient times!

Excellent tour

Kathy_K, Oct 2023

Tour guide, I believe his name was Guido...was excellent. He knew everything about Ephesus. I heard some of other guides and he was much more knowledgeable about everything he showed us. The tour was wonderful. Another couple was in van with us. Van was very comfortable.

Good time , with Nelgun & the driver.

Theresa_M, Sep 2023

Neil was our the most memorable- she was an incredible guide and ensured we got the best out of the tour. Our favourite part was the stop off to the Rug Workshop, where we experienced traditional Turkish cuisine cooked by a group of lovely local ladies. Thank you Neil for giving us the best on our one day is Kusadasi , my outstanding applaud goes to Neil for including me in the tour to Mary House, spent time with me showing me around & explaining everything.. much appreciation & love to you! If you ever use these guides ask for Neil aka Nelgun she’s fabulous!!!

Fantastic half day tour

nicola_p, Aug 2023

This tour was fantastic, only half day which was perfect as didn’t want to spend a full day. Tez our guide was so informative and friendly and as it was a small group (only 4 of us) we had a say in how long we wanted to spend at different parts. Saw other groups with so many people and would never have enjoyed that. Maximum is 10 with this tour.

Great tour...sort of

Robyn_F, Aug 2023

Great tour guide. Very knowledgeable of Ephesus and easy to communicate with. We had a wonderful lunch at a local spot recommended by tour guide. Just avoid the trip to the rug factory. High pressure sales and a bad ending to an otherwise great trip.

Awesome guide, awesome place

Maureen_F, Aug 2023

Our guide Neich was superb. I don’t know if I’m spelling his name right, but he was kind, patient, knowledgeable, and a wonderful storyteller. He brought Ephesus to life. The actual tour was astonishing. The best ruins I’ve ever seen! Loved the terraced houses.

Excellent guide and tour

Janice_R, Jul 2023

Our guide, Ceyla, made Ephesus come alive for our group and kept us engaged throughout the tour with her extensive knowledge about every aspect of this interesting site.

Highly recommended

Ken_D, Jul 2023

We could not have had a better experience, flawless start to finish. Despite the oppressive heat our guide Kareem made the excursion as comfortable as possible. His wealth of knowledge is so informative. Would add another 5 stars if possible!

Fascinating, must see!

Teresa_K, Jun 2023

This was a fascinating place and our guide was very friendly and informative. He gave us a lot on history on the ride to the site and while guiding us through the site. Ephesus itself was such an intriguing place - a must see!!

Nice and smooth trip.

Louisa_L, May 2023

An experienced tour guide with good historical knowledge of the ancient city of Ephesus and a driver were there to pick us up by a nice air-conditioned vehicle at the port. It was a nice tour with detailed information from the tour guide. Good to have entrance fees included.

Ephesus will not disappoint!

Cindy_H, May 2023

Tour guide was waiting for us at the cruise terminal with my name written on a card so was easy to identify.Walked us to the awaiting very swish minibus and with only one other couple on the tour, was very roomy. He gave a very informative talk of Ephesus as we walked around the site not rushing us. Some parts of the tour can be slippery underfoot due to centuries old marble worn slabs . The guide gave us the option of seeing carpet making and or a leather store as an add on after the tour, there was no pressure and we declined , and he returned us to the cruise terminal . Can throughly recommend this trip and top tip don’t miss the terrace houses in Ephesus.

THE best guide

Robin_C, Feb 2023

What a great tour! My favorite part was our guide, Gufte. She is so knowledgeable about Ephesus, and Turkish culture, and food, and politics, I felt like I got a miniature lesson in all things Türkiye in around five hours. The van ride is very comfortable, and our driver was professional, courteous, and kept us all very safe. Thank you Gufte, and I hope to see you when I am in Türkiye next! :)

This was truly fantastic...

Fiona_H, Nov 2022

This was truly fantastic in every way. We highly recommend the tour. The experience exceeded our expectations.