Top Kusadasi Day Trips

ON-TIME RETURN GUARANTEE FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS This tour is a great way to see Ephesus in one day, whether you're arriving by cruise ship or staying in Kusadasi. If you're on a cruise, we plan the day around your ship's schedule and guarantee your on-time return to port. Start with the House of the Virgin Mary, then continue to Ephesus with your licensed guide. Walk the Marble Streets and see the Library of Celsus, Agora, and Great Theater while learning about the people who once lived here and what everyday life was like. You'll also stop at the Temple of Artemis, once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Entrance fees are included in some options. If you book an option without entrance fees, your guide can arrange skip-the-line tickets at the official ticket office price. You can pay for them at the end of the tour. Transportation is included, with a separate driver so your guide can stay with you throughout the visit.

Visit the white travertine pools of Pamukkale and ancient Hierapolis on this small-group tour from Kusadasi or Selcuk. Included are hotel pickup and drop-off, a guide, lunch, and entrance to key sites including an onyx factory. Walk on the travertines, explore the amphitheater and Roman baths, and stop at the archaeological museum. Entrance fees for Pamukkale are not included; Cleopatra's Pool entrance fee is 600 TRY.

Make the most of a day on land with this Private Tour to Ephesus, one of the greatest ancient cities in the region. The well-preserved site is huge and there’s so much to see, so visiting with a guide helps you hone in on the highlights. Visit the ancient city of Ephesus, the terraced houses, the Basilica of St. John, and the Temple of Artemis, plus learn about the rich handicraft culture of Turkey.

Get out of the city and spend a day in some of Turkey’s most beautiful natural areas during this full-day small-group tour to Pamukkale from Kusadasi or Selcuk. You’ll travel to the site via an air-conditioned mini-bus and enjoy a delicious Turkish buffet lunch when you arrive. Then you’ll spend the day discovering the red springs in Karahayit, touring the historic site of Hierapolis and swimming in its magical thermal pools. At the end of your day of adventure your guide will drive the group back to your starting point and drop you off at your hotel.

Our PRIVATE Ephesus Tour is one of its kind about places it covers and it's our best-seller! This tour is a perfect option for those who have a full day to spend around the most important sights of the Ephesus area. This tour is guaranteed Skip-The-Line with pre-purchased tickets. You can always customize your tour with your private guide. This tour includes pick up and drop off service from Kusadasi Cruise Port. During your private tour, you will visit; Ephesus Ancient City which used to be the most important commercial center of the western Anatolia, the House of Virgin Mary where Mary had spent her last day, the Basilica of St. John where is believed that the evangelist St. John had spent his last years in the region around Ephesus and buried in the southern slope of Ayosolug Hill and the Temple of Artemision which is known as one of the seven wonders of the Antic World. Enjoy the personalized attention of your licensed tour guide and the comfort of your private mercedes van.

Enjoy an up-close experience of Turkey’s Turquoise Coast when you sign up for this full-day sailing tour. Spend the day trawling the vivid waters of Kusadasi National Park on a 2-deck pirate-style boat. Choose from two options: one departing from Kusadasi Port with three swim stops or one departing from Güzelçamlı Port that makes five swim stops. Both options include a tasty lunch with soft drinks and round-trip transfers from your hotel.

Waste no time with this private tour of the wonders of Ephesus. You can take advantage of the skip the line entry to avoid the congregating crowds, before being personally guided through the footsteps of legendary civilizations with your own guide. Marvel at stunning murals and learn about the old stone remains of the Temple of Artemis. With flexible hotel pickup and drop-off, you can tailor your tour to suit your schedule.

If there is a place called heaven on earth, Sirince must be a part of paradise. Dido Sotiroyo, one of the famous Greek writer who was born in this village but had to leave at the age of seven after the exchange agreement in 1925, says these words about Sirince. Road to the village through olive and tangerine trees decorated with old Greek houses at the end of winding road and delicious scent of home made wine of grapes welcomes you as a surprise in the beginning of your journey. Despite a century of restoration, the once-great basilica built by Byzantine Emperor Justinian (r 527–565) remains a skeleton of its former self. Nonetheless, it is an atmospheric site with excellent views, and the best place in the area for a sunset photo.

Explore the ancient wonders of Ephesus with this exclusive private tour from Kusadasi Port. Visit the remarkably preserved ruins of Ephesus, including the impressive Celsus Library and the Great Theatre. Experience the serene House of the Virgin Mary, a significant pilgrimage site, before marveling at the remnants of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Enjoy a delicious traditional Turkish lunch at a local restaurant, enhancing your cultural journey. With a flexible itinerary and skip-the-line access, this tour promises a personalized experience tailored to your interests. - Private tour lasting approximately 4–6 hours, including travel time - Visit Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis - Enjoy an authentic Turkish lunch at a local restaurant - Flexible itinerary with a knowledgeable private guide for an enriched experience

Immerse yourself in history during this tour that includes an exploration of Ephesus and the Virgin Mary House. Discover where Virgin Mary may have spent her final days and explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ephesus. Marvel at the well-preserved ruins and stroll down ancient marble streets. Admire the grand Library of Celsus, once a renowned Roman library, and behold the Temple of Artemis, an ancient Wonder of the World. Plus, lunch is included.

Visit Hierapolis, one of the sacred sites of Turkey, and the limestone terraces of Pamukkale on a full-day tour from Kusadasi. See different parts of this UNESCO World Heritage Site including Domitian Gate, Colonnaded Gate, the Cathedral, the red waters of Karahayit, and Pamukkale Museum. You can also take a dip in a large pool fed by water from the hot springs. Your tour includes lunch, guide, transport by air-conditioned minivan, entrance fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off.

Soak in the otherworldly Pamukkale Thermal Pools then explore an ancient Roman spa town on a full-day trip from Kusadasi to Pamukkale and Hierapolis. An included buffet lunch is a great way to re-energize after a morning of relaxing and sightseeing, with round-trip transport from Kusadasi that lets you relax and enjoy views of the scenic Turkish countryside.

Explore all the Ephesus sites that interest you most on this flexible private tour. Start your adventure with pickup from your hotel or cruise port, and travel with a personal driver-guide who helps you craft the perfect itinerary. Go from the ancient city of Ephesus to religious sites and traditional Turkish villages, or visit the many beaches and parks on offer—the choice is yours.

Book this fun day out on a group jeep safari from Kusadasi. You’ll ride through the jungle in an open-top all terrain vehicle. You don’t need to drive though- your driver will take care of navigating the terrain. You and your friends are just there to have a fun adventure, admiring views of the Aegean Sea. After an included lunch, you’ll also get to have a swim in Zeus Cave and relax on the beach before returning to Kusadasi.

Check out the layers of history that are found in Pergamon and Asklepion on this private day tour. There’s no need to stick to a set itinerary, like if you were part of a large group. Instead, tour at your own pace with your guide, who will arrange your day for you, including transportation and lunch in a local restaurant.

Walk along the white cliffs of Pamukkale, a Turkey holiday highlight, in a day tour from Kusadasi. Admire the mineral deposit "waterfall" while learning the area’s history, and explore some hidden pools at your own pace. A local guide leads your small group to Hierapolis, an ancient Roman city located atop Pamukkale, and a very well-preserved necropolis with more than 1,200 tombs from the Hellenic, Roman, and Christian times.

Explore Ephesus at your own tempo on a private 8-hour tour. Offered in six languages, the itinerary is tailor made based on your tastes and interests. Focus on Biblical locations like House of the Virgin Mary, keep it Greek with the Temple of Artemis, or enjoy a comprehensive overview of the many archaeological sites. Whichever route you take, you do so in private comfortable transportation from your hotel in Kusadasi.

If you have a day in port in Kusadasi, the most popular choice for a shore excursion is to the ancient city of Ephesus. With this private tour, you’ll avoid the crowded tour buses and one-size-fits-all itineraries. Travel in the comfort of a private vehicle and customize your tour to include more time at the Roman ruins or additional stops such as the Virgin Mary House or the Temple of Artemis.

The travertine terraces of Pamukkale—one of Turkey’s most photographed natural wonders—and the ancient Roman city of Hierapolis are both UNESCO World Heritage sites. With this tour, visit both sites in one day and enjoy time to explore both with and without your guide. See the Necropolis, Roman Baths, and Domitian Gate in Hierapolis; enjoy lunch (included), and take a swim in the thermal pools of Pamukkale.

Visit the ruins of Ephesus during this full-day private off-shore excursion from Kusadasi port. See well-preserved sites like the Roman Baths, Theater, and Temple of Hadrian with your own English-speaking guide. Enjoy a tasty lunch and artisan demonstrations of carpet weaving and natural dye techniques. Designed for cruise ship passengers, this tour lets you decide how long to stay at each location during the 5.5-hour experience.

Dilek Peninsula National Park lies just south of Kusadasi and is renowned for its forested coastline, sea cliffs, and sandy beaches. With this tour, explore the park’s natural wonders on a full-day Jeep safari, stopping along the way to visit Kursunlu Monastery, cool off with a swim at Zeus Cave, and relax at Sevgi Beach.

Save big compared to the cost of booking a private shore excursion through your cruise company with this affordable Kusadasi adventure, including a licensed guide, a local lunch, and 2-way private transfers from the port. Pass by the 16th-century Kusadasi Caravanserai; shop souvenirs at Kusadasi Shopping Center; see the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; and explore ancient Ephesus (entrance at own expense), including the Library of Celsus and the amphitheater.

Join a private full-day Pamukkale sightseeing tour, with very convenient access from Ephesus. Choose a tour time that works for you based on your convenience. The full-day tour itinerary includes visits to Hierapolis, Cleopatra pools, and Pamukkale. Our private tour guide will take you around in a comfy air-conditioned vehicle.