FOR CRUISERS: Private Ephesus Tour with GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN

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Kusadasi, Turkey

4 to 6 hours (approx.)
Pickup offered
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview

Explore the highlights of Ephesus on a private shore excursion designed specifically for cruise passengers. Meet your licensed local guide right at the port, then travel by private, air-conditioned minivan to visit the UNESCO-listed Ancient City of Ephesus. Stroll through highlights like the House of the Virgin Mary and the Temple of Artemis at a relaxed pace. Your guide handles everything to ensure a smooth experience and a guaranteed on-time return to your ship.

Private shore excursion created specifically for cruise passengers
Visit Ephesus Ruins, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis in one day
Enjoy a flexible itinerary with your own licensed guide and private air-conditioned vehicle
Stress-free experience with port pickup and return timed to your ship’s schedule
Customize your tour with optional stops such as the Terrace Houses or a traditional Turkish lunch

What's Included

Professional LICENSED LOCAL TOUR GUIDE
PRIVATE TOUR that ensures more personalized service
Cruise Port/Hotel Pick-up & Drop-Off (mentioned on the details)
GUARANTEED ON-TIME RETURN FOR CRUISE PASSENGERS
Transportation with A/C Minivans with separate Driver

Museum Tickets (we will send pre-purchased tickets with guide, you can pay as cash to your guide)

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup point

Kusadasi Cruise Port

Pickup details

*****CRUISE PASSENGERS WHO WILL JOIN FROM THE CRUISE PORT***** • 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 busses, and harsh weather conditions, ensuring an enhanced and MORE ENJOYABLE TOUR EXPERIENCE OF EPHESUS. • WHY CHOOSE OUR PRIVATE TOURS OVER THE GROUP TOURS? In Ephesus, every moment counts, especially if it's your only chance to visit. OUR PRIVATE TOURS ensure you savor every bit of this extraordinary experience. Ever been on a group tour where one person's mishap halts the entire group? IN PRIVATE TOURS, your journey remains undisturbed, focused solely on your enjoyment. Flexibility reigns supreme in a PRIVATE TOUR. Your day in EPHESUS isn't bound by someone else's timetable. You dictate the pace, sights, and timeline of your excursion. Large groups often miss the nuanced details of each site due to logistical constraints. In OUR PRIVATE TOUR, delve deeper into the most intriguing facets of EPHESUS. Bid farewell to lagging behind, snapping hurried photos, or missing the guide's insights. In our PRIVATE TOUR, these hassles fade away, granting you a more immersive experience. No more struggling to hear or keep pace in a crowd. Our PRIVATE TOUR caters exclusively to your preferences, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable journey. Long queues for tickets or entry? Not on your watch. Our PRIVATE TOUR GUIDE takes care of all logistics, ensuring swift access to ruins and museums. Your own guide. Say goodbye to sharing with a throng of strangers. In our PRIVATE TOUR, the spotlight is solely on your experience. When it comes to exploring EPHESUS from the CRUISE PORT, our PRIVATE TOURS redefine what it means to truly experience this historical marvel. NOTE: ADDITIONAL FEES APPLY FOR PICK-UPS FROM IZMIR, BODRUM, OR OTHER PORTS THEN KUSADASI.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

01/13/2019 - 05/06/2027
Monday - Sunday : 6:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Itinerary

Kusadasi (Pass By)

Ancient City of Ephesus

2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included

Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

The Temple of Artemis

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ephesus Terrace Houses (Pass By)

Basilica of St. John (Pass By)

Kusadasi Shopping Center (Pass By)

Kusadasi (Pass By)

Kusadasi Castle (Pass By)

Kusadasi (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Transportation is wheelchair accessible

Most travelers can participate
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!
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.9

based on 23 reviews

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Fantastic Tour and Guide

Erich_Z, Aug 2025

What a fantastic tour guide...Dennis. He was so very knowledgeable, kind, friendly and helpful. This was a private tour for just me. Since I walk with a cane, I need to stop many times when walking long distances. Dennis was very patient with me and accommodated my needs. I highly recommend taking this tour with Dennis.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

Dear Guest, What a joy to hear your trip was a success! Thank you for celebrating the beauty of Turkey with us. Until next time! Best Turkey Tour Team

Could be a good tour if you are smart and don’t fall for sales tactics

Grace_L, May 2025

Some part of the tour was good. Fatima was knowledgeable about the city and history. The only caveat was that I realized afterwards she manipulated us to go to leather shop and the carpet shop. I wanted to visit a good local restaurant but found out the restaurant she said was so great was part of the carpet shop lol. She said it was part of the government program which was not true after doing research afterwards. The sales pitch part was actually funny so there is some entertainment value I guess. We bought some stuff at the leather shop but it was very overpriced even with discounts. I guess it was stupid of me to trust her because I genuinely wanted to like her and help her. She is a very good salesman with a lot of subtle tactics. It left a bitter taste in my mouth about turkey after researching and finding out the whole country tourism is run this way. But having said that if you are smart unlike me and say no to things firmly you can have a decent tour.

A must do with great guide and back to the ship on time.

Karen_M, Feb 2024

Where do I begin, this was the best guide and tour. He was so knowledgeable and thought provoking and answered things before we could ask. From the ruins to Mary’s house to the Firca pottery where we had Turkish coffee and tea and watched a pottery demonstration of how they still make there pottery. My husband bought me the pottery in the picture and not only came in the allotted 60 days but they made it glow in the dark for me. We were of course worried since we had to wait and it was being sent from Turkey but it definitely was worth it my adult sons loved it and thought haw unique and great it was. I will always remember our guide and the time we had in Ephesus. This is definitely a must do in Turkey. Thank you for the memorable time

Response from Host, Feb 2024

Dear Guest, We want to express our sincerest gratitude for your TripAdvisor review of your recent experience with us. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are thrilled to receive such positive remarks Your support and recommendation mean the world to us. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back in the future for another exceptional visit. Warmest Regards Iglesias Tour Turkey Team

Perfect in every details

Annarita_M, Oct 2023

The tour was perfect in every details...we loved it! Ezgi, our guide, was very kind and professional, and also the driver was very gentle. The meeting point was easy to reach they were punctual and careful.

Response from Host, Oct 2023

Comfortable friendly great tour

James_H, May 2023

Knowledgeable, friendly local guide with good language skills and a sincere interest in a good tour. Flexible and adjusted the tour for our requirements. Great local lunch with clean comfortable transportation.

Response from Host, May 2023

Dear Guest, Thank you very much for sharing travel experience you had with us. Our company values put customer satisfaction as top priority and we are committed to our customers. We look forward to serving you again. Best Wishes Best Turkey Tour Team