
FOR CRUISERS: Best of Ephesus Private Tour (SKIP-THE-LINE & ON-TIME RETURN)
FOR CRUISERS: Best of Ephesus Private Tour (SKIP-THE-LINE & ON-TIME RETURN)
• GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT / • SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS (OPTIONAL) /• FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS / • PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY, MORE PERSONALIZED SERVICE / • LEAD BY LOCAL TOUR GUIDES FOR BETTER INSIGHT /• REASONABLE THAN SHORE EXCURSIONS / • FULLY CUSTOMIZABLE ACCORDING TO YOUR PREFERENCES /.Ephesus is the largest open-air museum of Turkey and one of the largest of the world, planning a visit to the famous ruins takes serious time. Cruise passengers have a limited time in Kusadasi and in your limited time, you can settle back & relax while our team handles all arrangements for you. Explore the EPHESUS ANCIENT CITY, TERRACE HOUSES, BASILICA OF ST.
JOHN THE EVANGELIST, TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS, and LOCAL HANDICRAFTS, and many more on this private tour that is created for cruise passengers or hotel guests. Upon your request, you will have a chance for a local lunch.
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Kusadasi
After booking this tour, please contact our team to agree on your meeting time. There are several Cruise Ships with different timings. So, you might decide about the best meeting time which is fitting your schedule.
Ancient City of Ephesus
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 ...
2 hoursEphesus Terrace Houses
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.
30 minutesThe Basilica of Saint John
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!
30 minutesThe Temple of Artemis
One of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
15 minutesKusadasi
We will drive through the Kusadasi Town and will have a panoramic view while listening the key informations from our Local Tour Guide.
Kusadasi Shopping Center
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: best traditional handicrafts, best places to go, things to be carrefull, and best tips for hassle free experience...
Kusadasi Castle
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.
Kusadasi
OUR TOURS ARE WITH GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT!
Included
- GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
- SKIP-THE-LINE MUSEUM ENTRANCE TICKET (if requested by travelers-with additional fee)
- Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
- PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service
- Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
- Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver
Not Included
- Gratuities recommended
- Museum Tickets (we will send pre-purchased tickets with guide, you can pay as cash to your guide)
Good to Know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- We highly recommend you to meet our team, after 30/45 minutes your ship docked to the Port. So, you might beat the crowds, school buses, and hot weather in order to have a better experience during your Tour in Ephesus.
- Pick-up and Drop-off services available from the Hotels which is centrally located in Kusadasi or Selcuk Towns
- Pick-up and Drop-off services available from the Izmir Cruise Port and Izmir Hotels with an additional fee of 100 USD for up to 15 Persons.
- After you sent your reservation, please contact our reservation team via our e-mail or WhatsApp and coordinate your meeting time.
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Tickets & Cancellation
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.