SKIP THE LINE Best of Ephesus Tours from Kusadasi Cruise Port

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4 to 10 hours (approx.)

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Overview

This tour is privately organized for your group only; it is not a shared group tour. Embark on a journey to discover the highlights of Ephesus, accompanied by a knowledgeable and professional local tour guide. Visit the UNESCO-listed Ancient City of Ephesus, walking along the same streets that were once tread by Apostle Paul and John. Witness the grandeur of the Ephesus Theatre, where St. Paul once preached to the Ephesians, and capture stunning photos of the Celsus Library. Discover the Roman Baths, Temple of Hadrian, Public Toilets, Marble Street, and Agora, among others. Explore the very well-preserved Terrace Houses, renowned for their unique mosaics and frescoes. Experience the peaceful ambiance of the House of the Virgin Mary, the most significant Biblical site in Turkey. Visit the site of the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

If desired, there is also an opportunity to enjoy a local lunch upon request.

What's Included

All Taxes and Parking Fees
Private Tour offering a more personalized and tailored service
Guaranteed on time return for cruise passengers
Transportation with luxury Mercedes A/C Van with seperate driver
Kusadasi Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off
Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide

Ancient City of Ephesus
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
Ephesus Terrace Houses

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Meeting and Pickup

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Your professional tour guide will greet you outside the customs/passport control building of the Port of Kusadasi with a signboard with your name on it.*Tip for Cruise Guests: Upon your ship's arrival at the port, we strongly encourage you to meet with our team within 30 to 45 minutes. This prompt meeting allows you to avoid crowds, school buses, and harsh weather conditions, ensuring a more enjoyable and enhanced tour experience of Ephesus.

What To Expect

Ancient City of Ephesus

Ephesus Ancient City is one of the most important highlights of our private Ephesus tours. Ephesus was the third largest city of the Roman Empire with a population of approximately 250000 in the Roman period. It was also the capital and commercial center of Asia Minor. You will have a chance to see the Library of Celsus (the third biggest library of the ancient world), the Great Theater of Ephesus (the biggest in Anatolia), latrines, the Temple of Hadrian, and more...

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Kusadasi

If you are traveling on a cruise ship, our professional tour guide will greet you outside the customs/passport control building with a signboard with your name on it.If you are a hotel guest, our tour guide will be waiting for you in your hotel lobby at the specified time.Then your guide will take you to your private transport and your Private tour starts.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Ephesus Terrace Houses

Terrace houses, also known as houses of the rich, are located in the ancient city of Ephesus. The 6 luxury villas in the complex give us very important information about family life in the Roman period. The oldest of these houses, which have their own heating systems and are decorated with impressive Roman mosaics and frescoes, date to the 1st century.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

During the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, Jesus entrusted his mother to his apostle St. John in his last words, since Jerusalem was not safe for his mother Virgin Mary anymore. John placed Mary on the top of Bulbul Mountain near Ephesus, which he considered as a safe place.It is believed that the Virgin Mary spent her last years in this house and died.The House of the Virgin Mary is now officially registered as a place of pilgrimage, with the visits of Pope Paul VI in 1967, Pope John Paul II in 1979, and Pope Benedict XVI in 2006.

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

The Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, was built in the 6th century BC. The temple took its final form in the 2nd century. With its size, it was the largest pagan belief center of the period. Although we can only see the basic structure and a single column and a few ruins today, it can be visited even to experience the current atmosphere.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kusadasi Castle (Pass By)

The Kusadasi Castle, also known as Pigeon Island, is situated nearby to the port of Kusadasi. It is visible from your cruise ship, or you can opt to explore it independently after your tour.

Kusadasi Shopping Center (Pass By)

We will pass by the Kusadasi Shopping Center, which is conveniently located a mere 5-minute walk from the port. After the tour, you will have free time to explore on your own. Your guide will indicate the shopping area for you to enjoy at your leisure post-tour.

Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI (Pass By)

We will pass by the Caravanserai, situated close to the port, merely a 5-minute walk away. Following the tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the area on your own.

Kusadasi

End of the tour. We will return to the Kusadasi port where your ship is docked.

5 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the SKIP THE LINE Best of Ephesus Tours from Kusadasi Cruise Port?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+03). Read more Apr 2025