For Cruisers : Ephesus Small Group Tour-Semi Private Ephesus Tour | 4 hours to 6 hours

8 Reviews | Selçuk
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For Cruisers : Ephesus Small Group Tour-Semi Private Ephesus Tour
2 Adults x $24.00
$48.00
Approx Total
$48.00
Pickup included

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver
  • Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide entire day
  • Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • All Taxes
  • All Parking fees
  • 100 % Satisfaction
  • Entrance fees ( We will arrange the tickets in advance, so you will skip long ticket lines
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities are appreciated

Overview

Begin your tour at your choice of times, with pickup at your cruise ship dock. Most people then head to Ephesus, which is located a short drive from Kusadasi. Your private guide takes you through the well-preserved ruins of the ancient Greek and Roman city, pointing out highlights including the Gate of Mazeus and Mithridates, the Great Theater, the Odeon, the Library of Celsus, the fountain of Trajan, the Temple of Hadrian, and more. Stop at the Temple of Artemis, which stood close to Ephesus and is marked by a single remaining column. Then visit the Meryemana (House of the Virgin Mary), a site that's sacred to both Christians and Muslims, and discover the legend of the Cave of the Seven Sleepers, another story that's common to Christianity and Islam. You'll take a break for lunch (fee not included), and be returned to the port at the end of your tour.

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We highly recommend you to meet at port after 30 / 45 minutes your ship docked to port in order beat crowds / school buses and hot weather in the afternoon. It is better to meet early to have a better tour in Ephesus before the crowds. THIS TOUR IS ONLY ... FOR CRUISE GUESTS. IF YOU ARE NOT FROM A CRUISE SHIP, PLEASE DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR Read more â–¼

Itinerary

  • Kusadasi (Pass By)

    Resort City

  • Kusadasi Market (Pass By)

    Lots of markets around the port

  • Kusadasi Castle (Pass By)

    The island where is located very closed to port

  • Ancient City of Ephesus

    The best well-kept ancient city in the world. an UNESCO listed place Ancient City of Ephesus that is one of the best well-kept Greco- Roman ancient city in the world, famous with Odeon where the music concerts were organized; Domitian Temple that is one of the first temple dedicated for a human; Celcus Library which was the third biggest library in the ancient time; Amphitheatre where is one of the biggest amphitheatre in the world with 24.000 people capacity and St. Paul preached to Ephesians; Marble Street; Roman Baths ; Fountains; Temples; Agora; Love House; Public Toilets, Terrace Houses ( Optinal ) famed with gorgeous mosaics and wall paintings.

    2 hours

  • The House At The Stone Virgin Mary

    A pilgrimage centre House of the Virgin Mary where mother of Jesus Christ spent her final years. 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 this shrine in 2006. While their visiting, they gave some gifts for this shrine what you can see during your visit.

    45 minutes

  • The Temple of Artemis

    One of the seven wonders of the ancient world

    10 minutes

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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • No dress code

Free Cancellation

June 19100% refund
June 20No refund

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  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Great tour and great value

Published on Oct, 2018

My wife and I booked the Best of Ephesus tour for September 24 through Tours by Locals. Elif was very responsive and helpful in finalizing our tour plans, and Hasan was our tour guide. Hasan met us at the port terminal at 8:30 as arranged and led us on a short walk to our van with private driver. The van was very clean and comfortable. We first visited Mary's House and then traveled to Ephesus. We included the Terrace Houses in the tour, which was a good decision. The excavations of the Terrace Houses are impressive, as is all of Ephesus. Hasan was extremely friendly and knowledgeable, and his English and familiarity with the U.S. was excellent. He shared insights into life in current Turkey, which we appreciated. Hasan respected my desire to avoid any carpet-making demonstration. He took us to a local Turkish restaurant for lunch, where we sampled typical Turkish foods-all good. After lunch, we visited the Temple of Artemis, which is unimpressive after the ruins of Ephesus, Athens, and Corinth. The tour lasted about 7 hours. We paid a little less for our private tour with Hasan than we would have for a group tour with our cruise ship, so it was a far superior value. You must see Ephesus, and you cannot go wrong booking a tour with Ephesus Port Tours.

Amazing Private Tour

Published on Oct, 2018

We had a private tour with Mehmet and it was an unforgettable experience. Definitely recommend a private tour and it was very informative.

Best tour

Published on Oct, 2018

Ephesus has been our bucket list for years. When the time came we looked on TripAdvisor for your guides and companies. It was obvious which company and guide to select. The reviews did not steer us wrong. Hakan and his company met and exceeded any expectations. Charming, knowledgeable, detailed just a few adjectives of Hakan . You can't go wrong with Hakan.

A really private tour!!

Published on Sep, 2018

Mary and I were escorted in an air conditioned 15 seater all to ourselves plus our guide Mehmet and driven Levent. The itinerary was as we wished but we were happy to go with the full one on the booking site. Mehmet was exceptionally knowledgeable on all the site visited particularly on Ephesus, which is a must visit site, especially the houses (under cover). Whilst the temperature was "only" 31C, umbrellas were provided. The suggested lunch venue was very good value. We certainly recommend Mehmet with Levent and Ephesus Tours.

Excellent Tour!

Published on Sep, 2018

We were a group of 15 people with 14 adults and one child. Ephesus Port Tours was so accommodating with us and Gokhan was an excellent tour guide. They Provided Umbrellas and headsets! I highly recommend this tour of Ephesus!

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