Private Guide and Vehicle to Ephesus
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Kusadasi, Turkey
6 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview
You will be visiting the Ancient City of Ephesus and Archeology Museum accompanied by a tour guide who will be giving commentary. Meet your guide, and take a short, scenic drive to Ephesus, which was the Roman capital of Asia Minor. You will see Odeon, Agoras, Temples, water supply systems, monumental fountains, marble streets, Theatre, Celsus Library, and the Ephesus Archeology Museum.
Group Maximum: 12 travelers
Important notice: Tour service starts between 8:00 and 10:00 am and finishes between 16:00 pm and 17:00 pm.
What's Included
- Pick-up and drop-off from Kusadasi Port and Kusadasi Hotels
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- English Speaking Guide
- Food and drinks
- Entrance Fees of sites
- Gratuities for Guide and Driver
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
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Pickup details
If travelers are coming by Cruise ship, we can pick them up from Kusadasi port. In addition, we can also pick up passengers from Kusadasi and Selcuk Hotels.
What To Expect
Ancient City of Ephesus
Ephesus ancient city or Museum of Ephesus or both.
The ancient city of Ephesus awaits its visitors with its magnificent architectural structures in the ancient city, which date back to the 9th millennium BC and is included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. Ephesus Ancient City, which contains the symbols that shed light on the superior urbanization, architecture, and religious history of the Hellenistic and Roman periods, has the most important architectural and urban planning examples from different periods.Ephesus Archaeological Museum, besides the antiques, excavated from the ancient city of Ephesus and its vicinity, which are belong to Mycenean, Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman periods as important works of the cycle, as well as its cultural activities and visitors capacity stands out among one of Turkey's most important museums.
2 hours • Admission Ticket Included
Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)
In the House of Virgin Mary, declared holy by the Vatican, Muslims as well as Christians from all over the world pray and make offerings to fulfil their pilgrimage. In the Virgin Mary House, which is a sacred place for Christians all over the world, believers from all religions pray, and tourists make their visits. Olive trees on both sides of the path leading to the house of the Virgin Mary were planted by Lazarist monks in 1898. The statue of Mary, located at the end of the road with olives, is the gift of a religious community in Izmir and bears the date of 1867. The visit to the Virgin Mary House ends with three fountains reached by descending the stairs on the right after leaving the church. Drinkable water flows from the fountains, and from the wells next to the church. Visitors do not only taste this water in the belief that it is healing but also take the water with them.
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Ephesus Museum
Ephesus Museum is one of the most important museums in Turkey with its cultural organizations and the number of visitors, exhibiting distinguished works from the Mycenaean, Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman periods.Since the finds of the ancient city are mainly exhibited in the museum, the remains are grouped according to the place where they were excavated instead of a chronological and typological presentation. For this reason, the halls of the museum are arranged as Hillside Houses and House Antique Hall, Coin and Treasure Hall, Grave Antique Hall, Ephesus Artemis Hall and Imperial Cult Hall. In addition to these halls, various architectural and sculptural works in harmony with the garden decor are exhibited in the inner and middle gardens. Among the most famous statues are the two great Artemis, Head of Eros, Eros with Dolphin and Head of Socrates.
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
The Temple of Artemis
The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, In Ionia, the "Lady of Ephesus", a goddess identified by the Hellenes as Artemis, was the principal deity and played a major role in the fame of the city. She embodies the characteristics of multiple gods and that is the reason why pagan cultures of the time embraced her. Ancient pagans believed Artemis to be the continuation of Hittite Kubaba and Phrygian Kybele. The consensus among historians is that Kybele had transformed into Artemis over time, phase by phase.
Artemis Temple kept its distinguished place all through the Hellenistic and Roman periods, hosting visitors from all around the world on its vast lands and also functioning as an international bank.
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
Basilica of St. John
The church stands near the remnants of the Temple of Artemis, creating a matched set of two great religious landmarks now fallen into ruin. The basilica, is a promontory that overlooks the town of Selcuk and the surrounding valley. Its scattered stones and low-lying walls only hint at the immense building that once stood here. Built in the 6'th century by the Emperor Justinian, it was once one of the largest and most important churches in Christendom. The building had great prominence because it was believed that the body of the apostle John was buried there. Now it must be said that although the historical evidence is strong for Paul’s presence in Ephesus, John’s connection to the area is less certain. But while there is no biblical mention of John’s being here, early Church tradition strongly links the apostle to that city. One possibility is that John came to Asia Minor to assume leadership of the growing Church communities there after the martyrdom of Peter and Paul in Rome.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for travelers on wheelchair
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at the time of booking with a small fee
- For stroller accessibility, the surface of the ground is covered by marble and stones; so it is difficult to ride the stroller but it is possible.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guide and Vehicle to Ephesus?
Cancellation Policy
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Activity code: C-33314P5
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
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What is the cancellation policy for the Private Guide and Vehicle to Ephesus?
A:Apr 2025
This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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What's included in the price?
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Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Pick-up and drop-off from Kusadasi Port and Kusadasi Hotels.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Parking Fees.
- English Speaking Guide.
The following is NOT included:
- Food and drinks.
- Entrance Fees of sites.
- Gratuities for Guide and Driver.
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. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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
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Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Private Guide and Vehicle to Ephesus is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- not recommended for travelers on wheelchair
- 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 Private Guide and Vehicle to Ephesus 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
- Pick-up and drop-off from Kusadasi Port and Kusadasi Hotels
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Parking Fees
- English Speaking Guide
- Food and drinks
- Entrance Fees of sites
- Gratuities for Guide and Driver
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- not recommended for travelers on wheelchair
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant seats are available on request if advised at the time of booking with a small fee
- For stroller accessibility, the surface of the ground is covered by marble and stones; so it is difficult to ride the stroller but it is possible.
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
