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MUSEUM TICKETS: On the day of your tour, you can choose the Museums you are interested in visiting and pay the entrance fees on-site.
PRIVATE TOUR: Tailor-made Private Tour excluding the Museum Entrance Tickets.
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INCL. MUSEUM ENTRANCE TICKETS

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MUSEUM TICKETS: INCLUDING MUSEUM ENTRANCE TICKETS for Ephesus Ancient City and the Mary's House.
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Highlights

Discover the very best of Ephesus on a stress-free PRIVATE shore excursion designed for CRUISE PASSENGERS. With your own local guide and comfortable, air-conditioned Minivan, you’ll explore the UNESCO-listed RUINS OF EPHESUS, Mary's House, and Temple of Artemis at a pace that suits you. Your guide handles everything, from timing around your ship’s arrival to arranging entrances, comfort breaks, and optional shopping or artisan visits upon request. All you need to do is enjoy your day and be back at the port right on time.


• Private Tour tailored for CRUISE PASSENGERS from Cruise Port
• See three must-see sites in one day: Ephesus Ruins, House of the Virgin Mary, Temple of Artemis
• Enjoy a fully flexible itinerary with your own Guide and private A/C Minivan
• Worry-free shore excursion with port pickup/drop-off and a schedule planned around your ship’s timings
• Customise your day by adding Terrace Houses, or an Authentic Turkish Lunch if you wish

Itinerary

  • Kusadasi

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    We will meet you at the Cruise Port! Once your tour is booked, we’ll reach out promptly with your customised meeting time and precise meeting location, arranged according to your cruise ship’s arrival & departure.
  • Ancient City of Ephesus

    2 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Ephesus Ruins is the largest open-air museum in Turkey, reflecting the grandeur of ancient Greek and Roman civilizations at their peak. As you walk through this extraordinary archaeological site, you step back in time while discovering the Senate Building, the Ancient Hospital, the Temple of Domitian, the famous Nike Statue, Hercules Gate, the Trajan Fountain, the beautifully preserved Temple of Hadrian, the world-renowned Celsus Library, and the magnificent Grand Theatre of Ephesus—along with many other remarkable remains that bring history vividly to life.
  • Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    The House of the Virgin Mary is one of the most important Christian pilgrimage sites, believed to be the place where the Virgin Mary spent her final years and passed away. The shrine gained worldwide recognition after Pope Paul VI visited in 1967 and informally affirmed its authenticity. It was later visited by Pope John Paul II in 1979 and Pope Benedict XVI in 2006. During their visits, each offered special gifts to the sanctuary, many of which can still be seen today.
  • The Temple of Artemis

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Artemis was the Greek goddess of the hunt, a virginal protector and the twin sister of Apollo, who eventually replaced the Titan Selene as the Goddess of the Moon. Her ancient temple, built around 650 BC in honor of the cult of Artemis, stood on a site that had long been sacred to the Anatolian Mother Goddess Cybele. The construction was funded by the wealthy King of Lydia, and the marshy ground was deliberately chosen to help cushion the structure against future earthquakes. Over the centuries, however, the temple was repeatedly damaged and destroyed by natural disasters, leading to several reconstructions and collapses throughout its history.
  • Ephesus Terrace Houses

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    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. *OPTIONAL VISIT depending on request* Please be aware that the entry ticket of this place is not included in the cost of the tour. If you are interested in visiting this place, you are responsible with the entry ticket of it. You can pay it ON-SITE to the Museum.
  • Kusadasi Shopping Center(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    You will also have the chance to explore authentic local handicrafts and, if you choose, enjoy a truly genuine shopping experience. Your professional local tour guide will be by your side to offer valuable insights—highlighting the finest traditional crafts, recommending the most reputable places to visit, and providing expert tips to ensure a smooth, enjoyable, and completely hassle-free experience.
  • Kusadasi Castle(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    Also known as Pigeon Island, it is one of the earliest settled areas of modern Kusadasi. We will pass by and have the chance to see it from a distance. Since it is located very close to the port, you may have time to visit it on your own after the tour if you’re interested.
  • Okuz Mehmet Pasa KervansarayI(Pass by)

    Admission Ticket Free
    We will drive through Kusadasi Town and will have a panoramic view while listening the key informations from our Local Tour Guide.
  • Kusadasi

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    At the end of the tour, we will return to the Kusadasi Cruise Port according to your exact onboard time. PLEASE NOTE: Multiple cruise ships often dock on the same day with different arrival and departure schedules. We carefully monitor all timings, confirm the details directly with our guests, and coordinate the return accordingly. OUR TOURS PROVIDE A GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO YOUR SHIP!

What's included

INCLUDED

Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
Museum Entrance Tickets (you can include or exclude the ticket according to the option)
Private transportation with modern, A/C minivans, each operated by a dedicated professional driver
Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service

NOT INCLUDED

Museum Entrance Tickets (you can include or exclude the ticket according to the option)

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The PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR receives high praise for its knowledgeable and accommodating guides, personalized and flexible itineraries, and seamless communication. Customers appreciate the ease of meeting their guides, the comfort of transportation, and the insightful historical and cultural information provided. Highly recommended for an intimate and enriching experience in Ephesus.

Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
UPON YOUR SHIP'S ARRIVAL AT THE PORT, WE STRONGLY ENCOURAGE YOU TO MEET WITH OUR TEAM WITHIN 30 TO 45 MINUTES. BY DOING SO, YOU CAN BYPASS THE CROWDS, SCHOOL BUSES, AND HARSH WEATHER CONDITIONS, ENSURING AN ENHANCED AND MORE ENJOYABLE TOUR EXPERIENCE OF EPHESUS.
OUR PRIVATE TOURS ENSURE GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE SHIP.
BOOK YOUR PRIVATE TOUR WITH US, VERIFIED PROVIDER OF KUSADASI/EPHESUS CRUISE PORT!

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