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SKIP-THE-LINE: Private Highlights of Ephesus Tour with Skip-the-Line

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A PRIVATE TOUR BY LOCALS ONLY FOR YOUR FAMILY & FRIENDS!

Ephesus is the largest open-air museum in Turkey and one of the largest in 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, THE TERRACE HOUSES OF EPHESUS, TEMPLE OF ARTEMIS, LOCAL HANDICRAFTS, and many more on this private tour that is created for cruise passengers. Upon your request, you will have a chance for a local lunch.

• 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

What's Included

  • Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
  • Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver
  • GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
  • Gratuities recommended
  • Food and Drinks (optional)
  • Entrance Fees if the option is not selected
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*****CRUISE PASSENGERS WHO WILL JOIN FROM THE CRUISE PORT***** • 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. • After you sent your reservation, please contact our reservation team via our e-mail or WhatsApp and coordinate your meeting time. • This tour doesn't include Entrance Tickets & Lunch. The Skip the Line Entrance Tickets & Local Lunch can be arranged by our team due to your request. Please contact us and advise our team, if you wish to have all-inclusive and pre-arranged for your day.*****HOTEL PASSENGERS WHO WILL JOIN FROM THE HOTELS***** • We have pick-up and drop-off services from CENTRALLY located KUSADASI and SELCUK TOWN Hotels. • We have pick-up and drop-off services from Izmir Hotels and Izmir Cruise Port with an additional fee of 100 USD in total for up to 15 personas. • Please contact our reservation team via our e-mail or WhatsApp and learn your certain meeting time.

What To Expect

Kusadasi (Pass By)

We meet you at the Cruise Port! Our team will be waiting next to Information Desk at the Exit Gate of Cruise Port by holding a sign which is your name written on it. 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.
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Ancient City of Ephesus

UNESCO listed place the Ancient City of Ephesus that is one of the best well-kept Greco- Roman ancient cities in the world, famous for the Odeon where music concerts were organized, Domitian Temple that is one of the first temples dedicated for a human, Celcus Library which was the third biggest library in the ancient time, Amphitheatre where is one of the biggest amphitheatres 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 famed with gorgeous mosaics and wall paintings...
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Ephesus Terrace Houses

The Terrace Houses complex in Ephesus consists of luxurious residential villas, located on the northern slope of Bülbüldağı Hill, next to Curetes Street and opposite the Temple of Hadrian. So far, two housing complexes - Eastern and Western - have been excavated. They were built according to the Hippodamian plan where the roads transect each other at right angles. The excavation work of the Terrace Houses started in 1960. The restoration of the houses is an ongoing process and every year there is something new to admire there.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Temple of Artemis

Artemis was the Greek goddess, the virginal huntress and twin of Apollo, who replaced the Titan Selene as Goddess of the Moon.The ancient temple was built around 650 BC to the cult of Artemis, was constructed on a site already sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess, Cybele. The temple was financed by the wealthy king of Lydia and the marshy ground was selected for the building site as a precaution against future earthquakes.During the time, it has been destroyed and collapsed many times due to the natural disasters.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

The Basilica of Saint John (Pass By)

You can see Saint John Basilica from a distance. It is believed that the Evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and was buried on the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill. The tomb of St John was under the central dome of the basilica.
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Kusadasi (Pass By)

We will drive through the Kusadasi Town and will have a panoramic view while listening the key informations from our Local Tour Guide.
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Kusadasi Shopping Center (Pass By)

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...
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Kusadasi Castle (Pass By)

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.
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Kusadasi (Pass By)

At the end of our tour, we will return to the Cruise Port. PLEASE NOTE THAT: There are several Ships with different arrival and departure times. We carefully check all the timings, confirm with the passengers, and coordinate the return time.OUR TOURS ARE WITH GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE BOAT!
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the SKIP-THE-LINE: Private Highlights of Ephesus Tour with Skip-the-Line?

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

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the SKIP-THE-LINE: Private Highlights of Ephesus Tour with Skip-the-Line?
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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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details).
  • Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver.
  • GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS.
  • SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRANCE TICKET (according to the option chosen), allow you to bypass long lines.
  • PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service.
  • Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities recommended.
  • Food and Drinks (optional).
  • Entrance Fees if the option is not selected.
Apr 2025
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?
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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:

Accessibility information for the SKIP-THE-LINE: Private Highlights of Ephesus Tour with Skip-the-Line is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for SKIP-THE-LINE: Private Highlights of Ephesus Tour with Skip-the-Line 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!

 

 

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  • Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
  • Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver
  • GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
  • SKIP-THE-LINE ENTRANCE TICKET (according to the option chosen), allow you to bypass long lines
  • PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service
  • Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
  • Gratuities recommended
  • Food and Drinks (optional)
  • Entrance Fees if the option is not selected

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • 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
  • 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
  • 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.

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