Best Private Ephesus Tour for Cruise Travelers: Culture & History
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Kusadasi, Turkey
7 hours (approx.)
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Overview
Explore the ancient wonders of Ephesus on a private tour tailored for cruise travelers. Led by an expert local guide, visit UNESCO-listed sites including the magnificent Celsus Library and the Roman Baths. Engage with Turkish culture at a handicraft cooperative and enjoy a traditional lunch in Selcuk. This tour is designed to provide families and travelers with a memorable and immersive experience, making it a highlight of your Turkish adventure.
- Private tour designed exclusively for cruise guests
- Visit iconic ancient sites like Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis
- Enjoy authentic Turkish lunch and handmade crafts experience
- Expert local guide ensures a rich cultural and historical insight
-this tour is only for cruise travelers
What's Included
- Wholesale shopping center visits
- Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver
- GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT
- Port pickup and drop-off on time return
- Traditional Delicious Lunch
- Private tour, all taxes, all parking fees
- Private tour up to 10 people
- SKIP THE LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS (OPTIONAL)
- Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide
- Entrance fee - Ancient City ephesus EUR 40 (Paid directly on the site) €40.00 per person
- Entrance fee - Terrace house entrance fee 15 USD (paid directly on the site) $15.00 per person
- Entrance fee - Virgin Mary House Entrance EUR 13( Paid directly on the site) $15.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
What To Expect
Kusadasi
Pickup details FOR CRUISE GUESTS your tour guide is the best guide of this region, she will wait for you at the door where the passengers leave, your names are written on a big paper in her hand ***meeting ***** / We highly recommend you to meet at port after 30 / 45 minutes your ship docked to port in order to 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. Advantages of Our Private Tours Instead of Group Bus Tours - It might be your first and only one time in Ephesus. Do not lose this opportunity that may come once in your life time
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Ancient City of Ephesus
Discover all the highlights of Ephesus with well-educated professional local tour guide. Visit one of the UNESCO listed places that is Ancient City of Ephesus, walk on the streets where Apostle Paul and John walked, see the Grand Theatre of Ephesus that St. Paul preached to Ephesians, take excellent pictures in front of Celsus Library, explore Roman Baths, Temple of Hadrian, Public Toilets, Marble Street, Agora, etc. See superb preserved Terrace Houses that are for the rich people during the Roman time in Ephesus, famous with unique mosaic and frescos. Feel very peaceful atmosphere of shrine that is the most important Biblical Site in Turkey, House of the Virgin Mary. See the location of Temple of Artemis that is one of the wonders of ancient world.This is a private tour, nobody will be in the tour beside your family.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Ephesus Terrace Houses
Ephesus Terrace Houses is located on skirt of Pion Mountain. There are 6 residential units which were built on three man-made terraces. These houses were settled by wealty citizens of Ephesus. These houses were very fancy decorated with wall frescoes and floor mosaics. There are many steps to ascend from bottom to top.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)The House of Virgin Mary is located on the Aladag Mountains 5 miles away from Ephesus. At the third Ecumenical Council on 431 AD in Ephesus, it was claimed that Mary came to Ephesus with St. John in 37 A.D. and lived there until her death in 48 A.D. After the discovery of the house, the Archbishop of kusadasi declared there as a place of pilgrimage in 1892. On July 26, 1967, Pope Paul VI visited this place and prayed there
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
The Temple of Artemis
The Story of the Temple of ArtemisThe Temple of Artemis is a very rare and resplendent work that has a story and is dedicated to the Goddess Artemis. As with many iconic works, the Temple of Artemis has its own story. Artemis is a goddess known as the moon goddess and the sister of Apollo. In ancient Greece, polytheistic beliefs are seen and the gods are depicted as people with extraordinary powers. The goddess Artemis is also mentioned as a virgin Greek goddess in mythology. Unlike Greek goddesses, Artemis is a goddess depicted as bodies in Egyptian civilizations. Artemis was depicted on the coins minted at that time. The Temple of Artemis is a work designed by the Greek Architect Chershpron by the order of the Lydian King Croseus. The work was gifted to Artemis
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Selcuk
Lunch traditional Turkish food and In our tours, we visit a Turkish handicrafts cooperative in order to show you our handicrafts and culture as well as the historical and natural beauties of our country. This is a enjoyable, informative and interesting experience for our guests. We highly recommend you this experience. There is no obligation to buy anything. Trust us and enjoy this beautiful experience
2 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Best Private Ephesus Tour for Cruise Travelers: Culture & History?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-5597736P6
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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What is the cancellation policy for the Best Private Ephesus Tour for Cruise Travelers: Culture & History?
A:Apr 2025
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).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Wholesale shopping center visits.
- Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver.
- GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT.
- Port pickup and drop-off on time return.
- Traditional Delicious Lunch.
- Private tour, all taxes, all parking fees.
- Private tour up to 10 people.
- SKIP THE LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS (OPTIONAL).
- Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide.
The following is NOT included:
- Entrance fee - Ancient City ephesus EUR 40 (Paid directly on the site) €40.00 per person.
- Entrance fee - Terrace house entrance fee 15 USD (paid directly on the site) $15.00 per person.
- Entrance fee - Virgin Mary House Entrance EUR 13( Paid directly on the site) $15.00 per person.
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Best Private Ephesus Tour for Cruise Travelers: Culture & History is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Best Private Ephesus Tour for Cruise Travelers: Culture & History will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Wholesale shopping center visits
- Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver
- GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT
- Port pickup and drop-off on time return
- Traditional Delicious Lunch
- Private tour, all taxes, all parking fees
- Private tour up to 10 people
- SKIP THE LINE ENTRANCE TICKETS (OPTIONAL)
- Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide
- Entrance fee - Ancient City ephesus EUR 40 (Paid directly on the site) €40.00 per person
- Entrance fee - Terrace house entrance fee 15 USD (paid directly on the site) $15.00 per person
- Entrance fee - Virgin Mary House Entrance EUR 13( Paid directly on the site) $15.00 per person
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
